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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the air duct.
  3. Disconnect the RCV control solenoid valve connector (A) and vapor hoses (B).
  4. Remove the RCV control solenoid valve (C) after loosening the mounting bolt.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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