Removal [08/2023 - ]: Procedure
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- REMOVE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD LH
for HEV Model: Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7 [10/2022 - 10/2024] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7 [10/2024 - ]
for PHEV Model: Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7
- REMOVE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD RH
for HEV Model: Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 8 [10/2022 - 10/2024] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 8 [10/2024 - ]
for PHEV Model: Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 8
- REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER
for HEV Model: Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9 [10/2022 - 10/2024] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9 [10/2024 - ]
for PHEV Model: Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9
- DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (for Engine)
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4
- REMOVE EXHAUST PIPE GAS CONTROL ACTUATOR
*1 Exhaust Pipe Gas Control Actuator - - *a Protective Tape *b Exhaust Gas Control Valve *c No. 1 Outlet Water Pipe *d No. 2 Outlet Water Pipe *e Inlet Water Pipe - - - Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, secure the exhaust gas control valve in the open position as shown in the illustration.
- Remove the 2 bolts and exhaust pipe gas control actuator sub-assembly and exhaust pipe gas control actuator gasket.NOTE:
- When removing the exhaust pipe gas control actuator sub-assembly, use caution because engine coolant may spill out from the exhaust heat recirculation system.
- Do not apply any excessive force to the No. 1 outlet water pipe, No. 2 outlet water pipe and inlet water pipe when removing the exhaust pipe gas control actuator sub-assembly.
- While closing No. 2 outlet water pipe, apply compressed air to inlet water pipe to remove the exhaust pipe gas control actuator shown in the illustration.
HINT:
Use a piece of cloth to catch the exhaust pipe gas control actuator.