Solenoid, Variable Valve Timing [ERB, ERC, ERD]: Removal: Left

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Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
Remove the engine cover. Refer to COVER, ENGINE, REMOVAL .

Fig 1: Throttle Body, Bolts & Connector
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Remove the throttle body (1). Refer to THROTTLE BODY, REMOVAL .

Fig 2: Left Front Upper Intake Manifold Support Bracket & Fasteners
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Remove two nuts (2), two bolts (3) and reposition the left front upper intake manifold support bracket (1).

Fig 3: Variable Valve Timing Solenoids, Connectors & Bolts
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NOTE:
Mark the variable valve timing solenoid connectors (1) with a paint pen or equivalent so that they may be reinstalled in their original locations.
Mark the intake variable valve timing solenoid (4) and the exhaust variable valve timing solenoid (2) with a paint pen or equivalent so that they may be reinstalled in their original locations.
Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the variable valve timing solenoid.
Remove the variable valve timing solenoid mounting bolts (3).

Fig 4: VVT Seal
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Pull the variable valve timing solenoid from the cylinder head cover.
The seal (1) can be reused if not damaged.