PROCEDURE
REMOVE REAR MOTOR UNDER COVER LH
DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (for Engine)
REMOVE EXHAUST PIPE GAS CONTROL ACTUATOR
CAUTION:
To prevent burns, do not touch the engine, exhaust pipe or other high temperature components while the engine is hot.
| *1 | Outlet Heater Water Hose B |
| *2 | Outlet Heater Water Hose C |
| *a | No. 2 Outlet Water Pipe |
| *b | Inlet Water Pipe |
Slide the 2 clips and disconnect the outlet heater water hose B and outlet heater water hose C from the inlet water pipe and No. 2 outlet water pipe.
| *a | Protective Tape |
| *b | Spring |
Using a screwdriver with the tip taped, pry the portion indicated in the illustration to disengage the spring.
| *a | No. 1 Outlet Water Pipe |
| *b | No. 2 Outlet Water Pipe |
| *c | Inlet Water Pipe |
Remove the 3 bolts and exhaust pipe gas control actuator sub-assembly and exhaust pipe gas control actuator gasket.
Note
When removing the exhaust pipe gas control actuator sub-assembly, use caution because coolant may spill out from the exhaust heat recirculation system.
Do not apply any excessive force to the No. 1 outlet water pipe, No. 2 outlet water pipe and inlet water pipe when removing the exhaust pipe gas control actuator sub-assembly.
| *1 | Exhaust Pipe Gas Control Actuator |
| *a | No. 2 Outlet Water Pipe |
| *b | Inlet Water Pipe |
While closing No. 2 outlet water pipe, apply compressed air to inlet water pipe to remove the exhaust pipe gas control actuator shown in the illustration.
Tech Tips
Use a piece of cloth to catch the exhaust pipe gas control actuator.