Repair Procedures: Removal

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Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
Disconnect the vacuum pump connector (A).

Fig 1: Locating Vacuum Pump Connector
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Remove the air duct and air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER (2.0L)AIR CLEANER (1.6L) ")
Disconnect the vacuum hose clip (A) and wiring harness clip (B) from the vacuum pump bracket.

Fig 2: Locating Vacuum Hose Clip And Wiring Harness Clip
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Remove the under covers (A).
Tightening Torque:

3.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb.ft)

Fig 3: Locating Under Covers
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Remove the intercooler inlet hose (A).

Fig 4: Locating Intercooler Inlet Hose
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Disconnect the vacuum hose (A).

Fig 5: Locating Vacuum Hose
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Loosen the vacuum pump bracket bolts (A) and then remove vacuum pump and bracket.
Tightening Torque:

19.6 - 29.4 N.m (2.0 - 3.0 kgf.m, 14.5 - 21.7 lb.ft)

Fig 6: Locating Vacuum Pump Bracket Bolts
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Remove the bolts and then remove the vacuum pump (A) and lead wire assembly (B) from the bracket (C).
Tightening Torque:

6.0 - 8.0 N.m (0.61 - 1.82 kgf.m, 4.4 - 5.9 lb.ft)

Fig 7: Locating Vacuum Pump, Lead Wire Assembly And Bracket With Bolts
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