Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Oil Control Solenoid: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE: When removing any turbocharger air intake system components, make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system. The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the smallest particles. All components need to be inspected and cleaned prior to installation or reassembly.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the engine appearance cover.

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Disconnect vacuum tube.

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- Loosen the air cleaner outlet pipe clamps, remove the nuts. Disconnect the vacuum tube from air outlet pipe. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
  Torque
  
  :1: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)2: 35 lb.in (4 Nm)
- Disconnect the fuel evaporative tube quick release coupling. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
- Disconnect the PCV quick release coupling.
- Disconnect the Turbocharger boost pressure and charge air temperature sensor electrical connector and remove the air cleaner outlet pipe assembly.
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- Disconnect the fuel evaporative tube quick release couplings. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
- Loosen the clamps, and remove the bolt and the CAC inlet pipe.
  Torque
  
  :1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) 2: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
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NOTE: The O-ring seals are to be reused unless damaged.

NOTE: Lubricate the O-ring with clean engine oil.

NOTE: Note the position of the components before removal.
- Disconnect the VCT oil control solenoid electrical connectors.
- Remove the retainers and the VCT oil control solenoids.
  Material
  
  : Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 (WSS-M2C948-A)
  
  Torque
  
  : 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

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