Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "AUXILIARY BATTERY ")
Remove the high pressure fuel pipe.
(Refer to Fuel Delivery System - "FUEL LINE ")
Separate the fuel feed hose (A) by removing the fixing clip.

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Remove the ground line (A) by removing the bolt.
Tightening torque:

7.9 - 9.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.0 kgf.m, 5.8 - 7.2 lb.ft)

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Disconnect the Continuous Variable Valve Duration (CVVD) actuator connector (A).

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Disconnect extension wiring connector (A).

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Disconnect the camshaft position sensor (exhaust) connector (A).

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Remove the wiring protector (A) by removing the bolt.

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Remove the CVVD actuator (A) by removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

19.0-24.5 N.m (1.9-2.5 kgf.m, 13.8-18.1 lb.ft)

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