Removing components
Remove:
- the intake hose between the mass air flow (MAF) sensor and the electronic throttle module (ETM)
- the cover over the ignition coils
- the upper timing cover.
NOTE:
Mark up the ignition coils before removal.
Remove:
- the ground strip between the cylinder head and the firewall
- the upper and lower engine stabilizer brace
- the camshaft position sensor (CMP) housing and trigger wheel
- the mounting screws for the ignition coil and the screws for the two ground terminals
- disconnect the connector for the variable valve timing solenoid. Lift up and put the ignition coils and wiring to one side.
- Separate the connectors for the ABS sensor and level sensor in the expansion tank
- Lift up the expansion tank and the brake fluid reservoir. Place them on top of engine.WARNING:
Make sure that no power steering fluid leaks out. It is very flammable.
- Remove the auxiliaries belt.