Repair Procedures: Removal

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

(Bank 1/Intake)

Fig 1: CVVT Oil Control Valve Component Location (Bank 1/Intake)

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(Bank 1/Exhaust)

Fig 2: CVVT Oil Control Valve Component Location (Bank 1/Exhaust)

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