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Repair procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Disconnect the variable intake solenoid valve connector (A).
  3. Disconnect the vacuum hoses (B) from the valve.
  4. Remove the installation bolt, and then remove the valve (C) from the surge tank.
Fig 1: Variable Intake Solenoid Valve Component Location, Connector, Vacuum Hoses And Surge Tank Valve
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