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Replacing the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Control Valve


Preparations





Remove:
- the upper timing cover.

Remove the valve housing assembly
Remove:





- the connector
- the screws
- the valve
- the gasket.

Note! Clean the area around the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) valve thoroughly to avoid contaminated oil entering the ducts / the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) valve.

Install the valve housing assembly





Install:
- a new gasket
- the valve
- the screws. Tighten to 10 Nm
- the connector
- the upper timing cover.