Installation [09/2014 - 11/2017]: Procedure

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INSTALL CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR

Apply a light coat of engine oil to the O-ring of the crankshaft position sensor.

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O-ring

NOTE:

If reusing the crankshaft position sensor, be sure to inspect the O-ring.

Install the crankshaft position sensor to the cylinder block sub-assembly with the bolt.
Torque: 10 N.m (102 kgf/cm, 7 ft.lbf)
NOTE:
- If the crankshaft position sensor has been struck or dropped, replace it.
- Make sure that the O-ring is not cracked or does not move out of place during installation.
Connect the crankshaft position sensor connector.

INSTALL COMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH
- for 2WD:
  Refer to INSTALLATION [09/2014 - 10/2015] , or refer to INSTALLATION [10/2015 - 11/2017]
- for AWD:
  Refer to INSTALLATION [09/2014 - 11/2017]