Variable Valve Timing Solenoid: Service and Repair

Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement (Intake Manifold Cover Replacement).




3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors (2, 3) from the appropriate camshaft position (CMP) actuator solenoid valve.




4. Remove the exhaust CMP actuator solenoid valve bolt and valve (1), if required.
5. Remove the intake CMP actuator solenoid valve bolt and valve (2), if required.
6. Inspect the CMP actuator solenoid valve O-ring seals for damage, replace as necessary.

Installation Procedure




1. Lubricate the CMP actuator solenoid valve O-ring seals with clean engine oil.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the intake CMP actuator solenoid valve (2) and bolt, if required.

Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

3. Install the exhaust CMP actuator solenoid valve (1) and bolt, if required.

Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 lb in).




4. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors (2, 3) to the appropriate CMP actuator solenoid valve.
5. Install the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement (Intake Manifold Cover Replacement).
6. Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (Service and Repair).