Repair Procedures: Removal

Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to INTAKE & EXHAUST SYSTEM - 3.8L Engine Mechanical System )
Remove the delivery pipe and injector.
(Refer to Fuel Delivery System - "DELIVERY PIPE ")
Disconnect the connector (A), and then remove the CVVT oil temperature sensor (B).

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NOTE:
- When removing and installing the oil temperature sensor, use a deep socket as shown in illustration below.
- 3/8" drive deep socket (24mm) with the thin wall and the length less than 75mm.
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[Arrangement of tools for removing oil temperature sensor]

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[Installation order for tools]
1. Insert a 24 mm (0.94 in.) deep socket (A) to the oil temperature sensor.
  
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2. After connecting other tools as arranged in the image above, insert the tools (A) to socket.
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