Repair Procedures: Removal

Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
Remove the cylinder head cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "CYLINDER HEAD COVER ")
When remove the oil control valve, hold the hexagonal portion on the camshaft with a wrench to prevent the camshaft from rotating.
Remove the CVVT oil control valve (A).

[Intake]

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[Exhaust]

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NOTE:

To prevent impurities from entering OCV & center bolt, wear rubber gloves.
When removing the OCV & center bolt, place a wrench at position (A) to prevent the camshaft from rotating.

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