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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector.
  3. Remove the valves (A) by loosening the mounting bolt.

    [Bank 1/Intake] 

    Fig 1: Locating CVVT Oil Control Valve (Bank 1 / Intake)
    G12140278Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [Bank 1/Exhaust] 

    Fig 2: Locating CVVT Oil Control Valve (Bank 1 / Exhaust)
    G12140279Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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