VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve Removal, Installation, and Test
1.
VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve - Remove
1.
Disconnect the connector (A).
2.
Remove the VTC oil control solenoid valve (B).
2.
All Removed Parts - Install
1.
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal with a new O-ring.
Coat a new O-ring with clean engine oil.
Clean and dry the mating surface of the valve.
1.
VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve - Test
1.
Connect VTC oil control solenoid valve 2P connector terminal No. 1 to the 12 volt battery positive terminal with a jumper wire. Connect VTC oil control solenoid valve 2P connector terminal No. 2 to the 12 volt battery negative terminal with a jumper wire.
2.
Measure the clearance of the valve (A). The clearance should be at least 0.134 in (3.4 mm).
If the clearance is as specified, the valve is OK; reinstall it with a new O-ring (B).
If the clearance is not as specified, install a new valve and O-ring.
