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Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Oil Control Solenoid - 3.5L Ti-VCT, 3.7L Ti-VCT: Removal

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  1. For 3.5L Twin Independent Variable Cam Timing (Ti-VCT) engine, remove the LH or RH valve cover. REFER to VALVE COVER - LH or REFER to VALVE COVER - RH .
  2. For 3.7L Twin Independent Variable Cam Timing (Ti-VCT) engine, remove the LH or RH valve cover. REFER to VALVE COVER -- LH or REFER to VALVE COVER -- RH .
  3. Remove the bolt and the VCT  oil control solenoid.