Thank God this is the First video I've seen where someone ACTUALLY shows the damn location instead of just giving "Directions" or they were actually replacing the Camshaft Sensor
It is very repetitive, and in hindsight, I realize I said "Crankshaft Position Sensor" a lot, lol. I should have just said "cps" or whatever. I am not really a video guy, and it was freezing outside. I believe the video did the trick though.
I've searched videos on this. This looks like the 2009 is in the same place as the 2007 I have. I recommend against dealing with removing the starter; way too much work. I'm finding the best access is by disconnecting the radiator (only necessary to disconnect the top hose to the radiator and remove the hood latch, very simple stuff) and remove the engine fan (only have to disconnect connector to the fan to pull it up and out of the way). Tilting the radiator forward provides room for tools to access the sensor bolt from standing in front of the car. It's still difficult to locate the sensor as it's in a tight space. I have not completed the replacement yet. But I think my method will be far easier than other videos I've seen.
Maybe I made it look difficult but the starter was only 2 bolts and there aren't any shimming issues etc. 2 bolts off, 2 bolts on. Whole process was literally 10 minutes to get the sensor out.
But 2 bolts to remove the starter comes AFTER disconnecting the battery to then disconnect the power wires from the starter. So not just 2 bolts on/off after all.
@@randallweers8392 I see you have not done it yet? So you are speaking blindly. No disrespect, but try it your way and you will see it is more problematic than you think.
@@greatheathen I didn't want to get in a pissing contest over this, I was just pointing out that it wasn't just 2 bolts. But since it seems important to defend our methods... What I didn't add is that it was about 10 minutes to get the fan out of the way including removing a little radiator fluid, a hose clamp (top radiator hose), 6 bolts (2=radiator mounts, 3=hood latch, 1=radiator fluid reservoir) and the fan connector. All accomplished without crawling under the car. All bolts clearly visible. The 8mm wrench is sitting on the bolt ready to remove the sensor as soon as the sensor is delivered. I expect putting it back together will be as simple. And I won't have to blindly put a bolt back in the starter. FWIW, I considered going after the started and searched for all of the bolts and wires before I chose a different way. I'm sure yours works fine. I like my idea better.
No one made you watch and that is the beauty of jumping forward. Everything was already done. The video was a guide for tools, how to get to the sensor and how to remove the clips which was very clear.
Just do not watch it. I could have just said... okay feel for a hidden bolt on the back side and make sure you blah blah. You could also just jump forward. Orrr since it is my fault I could have just not made the video.
