Removal & Installation (Avalon, Highlander & Sienna)

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Remove "V" bank cover on top of engine for access to VVT camshaft timing oil control valves. VVT camshaft timing oil control valves are located on end of cylinder head at flywheel end of engine. See Fig 1. On Highlander, it may be necessary to remove suspension upper brace for access to "V" bank cover. Suspension upper brace fits between strut towers and is bolted to top of each strut tower.
On all models, disconnect electrical connector at VVT camshaft timing oil control valve. Remove retaining bolt and VVT camshaft timing oil control valve with "O" ring from cylinder head. To install, reverse removal procedure using NEW "O" ring. Tighten retaining bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 1: Locating Variable Valve Timing Camshaft Timing Oil Control Valve (Avalon, Highlander & Sienna)
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