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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
  2. Disconnect the boost source and signal hoses from the boost control solenoid (2).
  3. Disconnect the boost control solenoid electrical connector.
  4. Remove the boost control solenoid nut.
  5. Remove the boost control solenoid (2).
  6. Fig 1: Removing Boost Control Solenoid
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