Removal (GS430 & LS430)
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- Release fuel system pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE . Remove engine cover. Remove EVAP vacuum switching valve from upper intake manifold. Remove PCV hose from upper intake manifold. Remove EVAP vacuum hose from EVAP vacuum switching valve. Remove air inlet hose from air tube.
- Remove No. 2 engine cover bracket from No. 1 engine hanger. See Figure. Remove EVAP vacuum switching valve from upper intake manifold. Remove No. 3 engine cover bracket from upper intake manifold.
- Remove bolts and disconnect engine wiring harness protector from upper intake manifold. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . Place a towel under fuel line. Slowly loosen fuel pressure pulsation dampers. Remove fuel pressure pulsation dampers and gaskets.