Variable Valve Timing Solenoid: Service and Repair

Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Oil Control Solenoid

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Removal

1. Remove the LH (Left Hand) or RH (Right Hand) valve cover. REFER to Valve Cover - LH Valve Cover - LH or REFER to Valve Cover - RH Valve Cover - RH.

2. Remove the bolt and the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid.

Installation

1. NOTE: The VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid bolt must be tightened in 2 stages.

Install the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid and tighten the bolt in 2 stages.

- Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 20 degrees.

2. Install the LH (Left Hand) or RH (Right Hand) valve cover. REFER to Valve Cover - LH Valve Cover - LH or REFER to Valve Cover - RH Valve Cover - RH.