VVT SENSOR REMOVAL


  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.

  2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT


    1. Remove the radiator cap.

    2. Loosen the 2 cylinder block drain cock plugs and radiator drain plug, and then the coolant.

      Tech Tips

      Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.

      A01DXHYE01

  3. REMOVE V-BANK COVER


    1. A01E0A6

      Remove the 2 nuts and the V-bank cover.

  4. REMOVE NO. 2 VENTILATION HOSE

    A01DZMI

  5. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01E2MF

      Disconnect the vacuum hose.

    2. Disconnect the MAF meter connector.

    3. Remove the 2 wire harness clamps.

    4. A01DZ4O

      Loosen the 2 hose clamps.

    5. Remove the 2 bolts and air cleaner.

  6. REMOVE VVT SENSOR (for Bank 1)


    1. A01DXZT

      Disconnect the sensor connector.

    2. Remove the bolt and sensor.

  7. REMOVE VVT SENSOR (for Bank 2)


    1. A01DV3U

      Disconnect the No. 4 and No.5 water by-pass hoses.

    2. Disconnect the sensor connector.

    3. A01E0ST

      Remove the bolt and sensor.