Repair Procedures: Removal

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NOTE:

Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.

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Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.

Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "AUXILIARY BATTERY ")
Remove the engine cover.
(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "ENGINE COVER ")
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Disconnect the engine wiring connectors and harness clamps around the cylinder head cover.
Then, remove the connector brackets and wiring protector.

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Remove the breather hose (A).

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Remove the high pressure fuel pump.
(Refer to Engine Control/Fuel System - "HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP ")
Remove the ignition coils.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "IGNITION COIL ")
Remove the CVVD actuator.
(Refer to Engine Control/Fuel System - "CVVD ACTUATOR ")
Remove the cylinder head cover (A).

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NOTE: Remove the bolts in the order shown below.

Fig 1: Cylinder Head Cover Bolts Loosening Sequence

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