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Actuator: Service and Repair




Electric Motor Actuator Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Remove the engine protection shield (EPS). Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement.




3. Remove the electrical connector.




4. Remove the electric motor actuator.

Installation Procedure





Caution: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution Component Fastener Tightening Caution.

Note: Apply TEFLON(TM) tape to the threads of the electric actuator motor before installation.

1. Install the electric motor actuator and tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).




2. Install the electrical connector.




3. Install the EPS. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement.
4. Lower the vehicle.

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