Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493-, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- Depending on the model, preliminary work may be required. Refer to COOLANT PUMP, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the Throttle Valve Control Module -GX3-. Refer to Throttle Valve Control Module -GX3-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the coolant pump toothed belt. Refer to COOLANT PUMP TOOTHED BELT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Lift the clamp -1 and 3-, and remove the coolant hoses.

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-- Disconnect the connector -arrow- for the Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493-.

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NOTE:

Ignore -1-.

-- Remove the bolts -1 to 5-.

Fig 1: Engine Temperature Control Actuator Tightening Sequence

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-- Remove the Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- from the centering pin and disconnect it from the engine oil cooler.