Removal Procedure
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- Disconnect the intake camshaft position actuator solenoid valve wiring harness plug (3).
- Disconnect the exhaust camshaft position actuator solenoid valve wiring harness plug (2).
- Unclip ECM wiring harness (1) from camshaft cover.
- Remove the 4 camshaft position actuator solenoid valve bolts (1).
- Carefully rotate the intake camshaft position actuator solenoid valve (1) counter clockwise as shown.
- Carefully rotate the exhaust camshaft position actuator solenoid valve (2) clockwise as shown.
- Carefully remove the 2 camshaft position actuator solenoid valves (2) and the seal rings (1).
Fig 3: Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve And Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve
CAUTION:
The camshaft position actuator solenoid valves must be kept parallel to the engine front cover during removal and installation. The camshaft position actuator solenoid valves can be damaged if they become wedged or stuck during this process.