Vacuum Pump Removal/Installation [Skyactiv G 2.0]
1. Remove the plug hole plate..
2. Remove the battery and battery tray..
3. Pinch open the clamp using pliers and disconnect the vacuum hose from the vacuum pump.

4. Remove in the order shown in the table.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Vacuum hose, clamp
Exhaust CMP sensor connector, wiring harness
Bolt
Vacuum pump
(See Vacuum Pump Removal Note.)
(See Vacuum Pump and O-ring Installation Note.)
O-ring
(See Vacuum Pump and O-ring Installation Note.)
Vacuum Pump Removal Note
1. When removing the vacuum pump, place a rag under the installation surface of the vacuum pump so that engine oil does not get on other parts.
2. Remove the vacuum pump.
Vacuum Pump and O-ring Installation Note1. Rotate the vacuum pump by hand to drain the remainder of the engine oil in the vacuum pump.
2. Degrease the O-ring installation groove and installation surface.
3. Install the new O-ring to the vacuum pump.
4. Install the vacuum pump.
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