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Variable Tumble Solenoid Valve Inspection




VARIABLE TUMBLE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION [L3]

1. Remove the variable tumble solenoid valve. Service and Repair

2. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.

- If not as specified, replace the variable tumble solenoid valve. Service and Repair

- If as specified, carry out the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".











Circuit Open/Short Inspection

1. Disconnect the PCM connector. Service and Repair

2. Inspect the following wiring harness for open or short (continuity check).






Open circuit

- If there is no continuity, the circuit is open. Repair or replace the wiring harness.

- Variable tumble solenoid valve terminal A and main relay terminal C
- Variable tumble solenoid valve terminal B and PCM terminal 2I

Short circuit

- If there is continuity, the circuit is shorted. Repair or replace the wiring harness.

- Variable tumble solenoid valve terminal A and body ground
- Variable tumble solenoid valve terminal B and power supply
- Variable tumble solenoid valve terminal B and body ground