Removal & Installation (Celica 2ZZ-GE & Matrix 2ZZ-GE)
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- Variable Valve Lift (VVL) oil control valve is located at intake manifold side of cylinder head, near flywheel end of engine. See Fig 1.
- Remove No. 2 cylinder head cover located on top of engine, above ignition coils and valve cover, front fender apron seal and upper radiator support seal. See Figure.
- Disconnect electrical connector at VVL oil control valve.
- Remove retaining bolt and VVL oil control valve with "O" ring from housing on rear of cylinder head.
- To install, reverse removal procedure using NEW "O" ring. Tighten retaining bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .