Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493-, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Remove the coolant pump. Refer to COOLANT PUMP, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the Throttle Valve Control Module -GX3-. Refer to THROTTLE VALVE CONTROL MODULE -GX3-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the coolant pipe from the intake manifold -arrows-.

Fig 1: Locating Air Guide Pipe Bolts

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-- Lift the clamp -1-, and remove the coolant hoses.

Fig 2: Identifying Coolant Hose Connectors

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-- Remove the connector -1- from the Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493-.

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-- Remove the bolts -1 to 5-.

Fig 3: Engine Temperature Control Actuator Tightening Sequence

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-- Remove the Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- from the centering pin and disconnect it from the engine oil cooler.