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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector (A).
  3. Remove the installation bolt (B), and then remove the valve from the engine.

    CVVT oil control valve mounting bolt: 

    9.8 -11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

    [Bank 1/Intake] 

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    [Bank 1/Exhaust] 

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