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

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

REMOVE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR

Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.

Remove the bolt and crankshaft position sensor from the cylinder block sub-assembly.
NOTE:
If the crankshaft position sensor has been struck or dropped, replace it.