VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve Removal, Installation, and Test
Intake Side (VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve A)

1. VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve A - Remove
1.
Disconnect the connector (B).
2.
Remove VTC oil control solenoid valve A with the O-ring (C).

2. All Removed Parts - Install
1.
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal with a new O-ring.
Coat the new O-ring with clean engine oil.
Clean and dry the mating surface of the valve.

Exhaust Side (VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve B)

1. VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve B - Remove
1.
Disconnect the connector (A).
2.
Remove VTC oil control solenoid valve B with the O-ring (C).

2. All Removed Parts - Install
1.
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal with a new O-ring.
Coat the new O-ring with clean engine oil.
Clean and dry the mating surface of the valve.

1. VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve - Test
1.
Make sure that there are no dust or debris on each port of the VTC oil control solenoid valve.
2.
Measure the clearance of the valve (A). The clearance should be 5.0 mm (0.197 in) or more.
If the clearance is as specified, go to next step.
If the clearance is not as specified, install a new valve and O-ring (B).
3.
Connect VTC oil control solenoid valve 2P (male terminals) (A) connector No. 1 to the battery positive terminal with a jumper wire.
Connect VTC oil control solenoid valve 2P (male terminals) (A) connector No. 2 to the battery negative terminal with a jumper wire.
4.
Measure the clearance of the valve (B). The clearance should be at least 3.4 mm (0.134 in).
If the clearance is as specified, the valve is OK; reinstall it with a new O-ring (C).
If the clearance is not as specified, install a new valve and O-ring.