Is it possible to get to the Crank Sensor to replace the O ring from the top of the car if i remove the throttle Body and remove the plastic air filter tube ? I think i have enough room to do it blind without putting the car in Service mode ....Is it doable?

 

I have read something somewhere that is is possible but I just cannot remember where nor all the details. I will try some searches.

 

On the justa, you can reach without removing a bunch of stuff, on the S you can loosen a lower motor mount and then use a ratchet strap to pull the engine back so you can get you hands in there, but getting the plug off can be daunting.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...on-sensor.html

 

JMHO, but putting into service mode will only take 1/2 hour at most and give you access to do a good job w/o contortions. Who knows what other stuff you might find that needs doing?

 

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I've gotten it down to under 30 mins, and that includes putting the car up on jack stands.

 

Has the water pump ever been replaced?

 

Original Water pump ...my 06 has only 73,000 miles .... when should the water pump be replaced ? I just did the serpentine belt at 60,000 miles last summer ....

 

After you have replaced the o-ring, use some red RTV sealant on the sensor flange as the o-ring will leak again.

 

Many say waterpump has seen better days after 70,000 miles.