Rear Solenoid 1/2

2009 Jeep Compass Limited, EDG, Automatic CVTSECTION Rear Solenoid 1/2
Fig 1: SOLENOID LOCATION 1/2
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  1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
  2. Remove engine cover.
  3. Disconnect variable valve timing solenoid electrical connector.
  4. Remove variable valve timing solenoid mounting bolt.
    Fig 2: SOLENOID MOUNTING TAB 1/2
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  5. Pull solenoid straight out of cylinder head.
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