REPLACEMENT
HINT: A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see page 03-2 ).
1. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSY
2. REMOVE VVT SENSOR

(a) Disconnect the sensor connector.
(b) Remove the bolt and sensor.
3. INSTALL VVT SENSOR
(a) Apply a light coat of engine oil to a new O-ring. Install the O-ring onto the sensor.
(b) Install the sensor with the bolt.
Torque: 8.0 NVm (82 kgfVcm, 71 in.Vlbf) (c) Connect the sensor connector.
4. INSTALL AIR CLEANER ASSY (See page 14-24 )
Inspection
Crankshaft position sensor (3MZ-FE)General information
A large number of ECU controlled systems are used in the HIGHLANDER. In
general, ECU controlled systems
are considered to be very intricate, requiring a high level of technical
knowledge to troubleshoot. However,
most problem checking procedures only involve inspecting the ECU controlled
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