Variable Inertia Charging System (VICS) Solenoid Valve
VARIABLE INERTIA CHARGING SYSTEM (VICS) SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTIONAirflow Inspection
NOTE: Perform the following test only as directed.
1. Carry out the "VICS Operation Inspection".
- If not as specified, perform the further inspection for the VICS solenoid valve.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
3. Remove the VICS solenoid valve.
4. Inspect for airflow between each port under the following condition.
- If not as specified, replace the VICS solenoid valve.
- If as specified but the "VICS Operation Inspection" failed, carry out the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
- If there is an open or short circuit, repair or replace wiring harnesses.
- If there is no open or short circuit, replace VICS solenoid valve.
Circuit Open/Short Inspection
1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
2. Connect the SST (104 Pin Breakout Box) to the PCM as shown.
3. Tighten the connector attaching screw.
Tightening torque
7.9 - 10.7 N.m {80 - 110 kgf.cm, 69.5 - 95.4 in.lbf}
4. Inspect for an open or short circuit in the following wiring harnesses by probing the applicable sensor and SST (104 Pin Breakout Box) terminals with ohmmeter leads.
Open circuit
- Power circuit (VICS solenoid valve connector terminal A and main relay connector terminal D)
- Control circuit (VICS solenoid valve connector terminal B and PCM connector terminal 19)
Short circuit
- Power circuit (VICS solenoid valve connector terminal A and main relay connector terminal D to GND)
- Control circuit (VICS solenoid valve connector terminal B and PCM connector terminal 19 to GND)
5. Reconnect the VICS solenoid valve connector.
6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.