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Variable Valve Timing Actuator Position Sensor: Service and Repair

REPLACEMENT

HINT: A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart.

1. REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET ASSY
2. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSY

3. REMOVE VVT SENSOR




a. Disconnect the sensor connector.
b. Remove the bolt and sensor.

4. INSTALL VVT SENSOR
a. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the O-ring on the sensor.
b. Install the sensor with the bolt.

Torque: 8.0 N.m (82 kgf.cm, 71 in.lbf)

c. Connect the sensor connector.

5. INSTALL AIR CLEANER ASSY
6. INSTALL AIR CLEANER INLET ASSY
7. CHECK CONNECTION OF VACUUM HOSE
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