Repair Procedures: Removal
- Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "INTAKE & EXHAUST SYSTEM - 3.3L ")
- 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).
NOTE:
- When removing and installing the oil temperature sensor, use a deep socket as displayed in the image below.
- 3/8" drive deep socket (24mm) with the wall thin and the length less than 75mm.
[Arrangement of Tools for Removing Oil Temperature Sensor]
- 24mm deep socket
- 1/2" to 3/8" drive socket adapter (only if using 1/2" drive deep socket)
- 3/8" universal joint
- 3/8" extension bar
- Socket wrench
[Installation Order for Tools]
- Insert a 24 mm (0.94 in.) deep socket (A) to the oil temperature sensor.
- After connecting other tools as arranged in the above image, insert the tools (A) to socket.