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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the PCV hose (A).
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  3. Disconnect the VCMA connector (A).
  4. Remove the VCMA mounting bolts (B).

    Variable charge motion actuator mounting bolt: 

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

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  5. Remove the VCMA (A).
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