Repair Procedures: Removal

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Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector (A).
Remove the mounting bolt (B), and then remove the valve from the engine.
CVVT oil control valve mounting bolt:

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

[Bank 1/Intake]

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[Bank 1/Exhaust]

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