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# VVT SENSOR > REMOVAL

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1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:

  Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.

2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

1. Remove the radiator cap.

1. Loosen the 2 cylinder block drain cock plugs and radiator drain plug, and then the coolant.

   HINT:
     Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.

3. REMOVE V-BANK COVER

1. Remove the 2 nuts and the V-bank cover.

4. REMOVE NO. 2 VENTILATION HOSE

5. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY

1. Disconnect the vacuum hose.

1. Disconnect the MAF meter connector.

1. Remove the 2 wire harness clamps.

1. Loosen the 2 hose clamps.

1. Remove the 2 bolts and air cleaner.

6. REMOVE VVT SENSOR (for Bank 1)

1. Disconnect the sensor connector.

1. Remove the bolt and sensor.

7. REMOVE VVT SENSOR (for Bank 2)

1. Disconnect the No. 4 and No.5 water by-pass hoses.

1. Disconnect the sensor connector.

1. Remove the bolt and sensor.