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2011 Lexus LS 460L RWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

VVT Sensor: Removal: Removal

REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY . See step 3
REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY . See step 4
REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET . See step 5
REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY LH
1. Disconnect the MAF meter connector.
  
  Fig 1: Locating MAF Meter Connector And Clamps
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2. Remove the 2 clamps, loosen the hose clamp and remove the air cleaner cap LH.
3. Remove the element from the air cleaner case.
4. Remove the 2 nuts, clip and air cleaner case.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Air Cleaner Case Nuts And Clips
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REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY RH
1. Disconnect the MAF meter connector.
  
  Fig 3: Locating MAF Meter Connector And Clamps
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2. Remove the 2 clamps, loosen the hose clamp and remove the air cleaner cap RH.
3. Remove the element from the air cleaner case.
4. Remove the 2 nuts, clip and air cleaner case.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Air Cleaner Case Nuts And Clips
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REMOVE VVT SENSOR
1. Disconnect the 4 VVT sensor connectors.
  
  Fig 5: Locating VVT Sensor Connectors
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2. Remove the 4 bolts and 4 VVT sensors.

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• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.