VVT Sensor: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lexus GS 450h. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
WARNING:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
REMOVE V-BANK COVER See step 8
REMOVE VVT SENSOR (for Intake Side of Bank 1)
1. Disconnect the sensor connector.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying VVT Sensor, Connector & Bolt
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2. Remove the bolt and sensor.
REMOVE VVT SENSOR (for Exhaust Side of Bank 1)
1. Disconnect the sensor connector.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying VVT Sensor & Bolt
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2. Remove the bolt and sensor.
REMOVE VVT SENSOR (for Intake Side of Bank 2)
1. Disconnect the sensor connector.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying VVT Sensor & Bolt
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2. Remove the bolt and sensor.
REMOVE VVT SENSOR (for Exhaust Side of Bank 2)
1. Disconnect the sensor connector.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying VVT Sensor & Bolt
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2. Remove the bolt and sensor.