Repair Procedures: Removal

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Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector (A).
Remove the valves by loosening the mounting bolt (B).
[Bank 1/Intake]

Fig 1: CVVT Oil Control Valve Connector & Bolt (Bank 1/Intake)
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[Bank 1/Exhaust]

Fig 2: CVVT Oil Control Valve Connector & Bolt (Bank 1/Exhaust)
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