Variable Valve Timing Actuator (BP) and Camshaft Pulley Removal Note

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CAUTION:

If the engine oil get spilled on other components, it may cause malfunction of the components. Cover with a rag to prevent engine oil from spilling whenever removing the blind cap and variable valve timing actuator.

Hold the hexagonal part of the camshaft with an adjustable wrench or the like to prevent the camshaft from rotating, and loosen the lock bolt.

Fig 1: Holding Hexagonal Part Of Camshaft With Adjustable Wrench
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