Solenoid, Variable Valve Timing: Removal: Left

2013 Chrysler Town & Country S, Gas/EthanolSECTION Left
Fig 1: Variable Valve Timing Solenoids, Connectors & Bolts
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  1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
    NOTE:

    Mark the variable valve timing solenoid connectors (1) with a paint pen or equivalent so that they may be reinstalled in their original locations.

  2. Mark the intake variable valve timing solenoid (4) and the exhaust variable valve timing solenoid (2) with a paint pen or equivalent so that they may be reinstalled in their original locations.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the variable valve timing solenoid.
  4. Remove the variable valve timing solenoid mounting bolts (3).
    Fig 2: VVT Seal
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  5. Pull the variable valve timing solenoid from the cylinder head cover.
  6. The seal (1) can be reused if not damaged.
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