WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator because it is a precision unit.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Remove the ignition coil/ion sensors..
4. Remove the cylinder head cover..
5. Verify that the notch of the rotor and projection of the cover on the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator are aligned and fitted.

If the notch of the rotor and projection of the cover are not aligned, rotate the crankshaft in the direction the engine rotates two turns and verify that they are aligned.
If the notch of the rotor and projection of the cover are still not aligned, replace the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator..
If, when turning the crankshaft, there is a slapping noise from the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator each time before the cam reaches its maximum lift, it means that the actuator is not secured. Replace the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator..
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Fresh Air Duct
Hydraulic Variable Valve Timing ActuatorMain Silencer
Purpose, Function
Reduces the exhaust noise.
Construction
The main silencer is installed to the vehicle rear, under the trunk compartment.
2WD
AWD
The main silencer consists of the filters, holder, set plates and stiffener.
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Catalytic Converter
Purpose, Function
Purifies contaminants in the exhaust gas by utilizing the chemical reactions
of the three-way catalytic converter.
A WU-TWC and a TWC have been adopted.
WU-TWC
The three-way catalyst is integrated with the exhaust manifold.
Because the c ...
Engine Oil Replacement
WARNING:
Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and
wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.
A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is dangerous.
It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work ...