VVT Sensor: Removal

REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE VVT SENSOR
1. Intake camshaft (Bank 1).
  1. Disconnect the VVT sensor connector.
  2. Remove the bolt and the VVT sensor.
    
    Fig 1: Locating VVT Sensor Bolt
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2. Exhaust camshaft (Bank 1).
  1. Remove the windshield wiper link assembly (See REMOVAL ).
  2. Remove the cowl top outside panel front (See REMOVAL ).
  3. Disconnect the VVT sensor connector.
  4. Remove the bolt and the VVT sensor.
    
    Fig 2: Locating VVT Sensor With Mounting Bolt (Exhaust Camshaft Bank 1)
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3. Exhaust camshaft (Bank 2).
  1. Disconnect the VVT sensor connector.
  2. Remove the bolt and the VVT sensor.
    
    Fig 3: Locating VVT Sensor With Mounting Bolt (Exhaust Camshaft Bank 2)
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4. Intake camshaft (Bank 2).
  1. Disconnect the VVT sensor connector.
  2. Remove the bolt and the VVT sensor.
    
    Fig 4: Locating VVT Sensor With Mounting Bolt (Intake Camshaft Bank 2)
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