Repair Procedures: Removal

Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector
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Disconnect the ignition coil connector (A) and CMPS connector (B).
Unfasten the harness bracket (C) and make a gap for removing high pressure fuel pipe by moving the bracket (C).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Ignition Coil Connector And CMPS Connector
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Remove the vacuum pipe mounting bolts (A).
Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor (B).

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor And Vacuum Pipe Mounting Bolts
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