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VTC Actuator, Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket Replacement

Removal
1. Remove the cam chain.





2. Hold the camshaft with an open-end wrench, then loosen the variable Valve Timing Control (VTC) actuator mounting bolt and exhaust camshaft sprocket mounting bolt.
3. Remove the VTC actuator and exhaust camshaft sprocket.

Installation
1. Install the VTC actuator and exhaust camshaft sprocket.
2. Apply engine oil to the threads of the VTC actuator mounting bolt and exhaust camshaft mounting bolt, then install them.





3. Hold the camshaft with an open-end wrench, then tighten the bolts.
4. Install the cam chain.