Variable Valve Timing Solenoid

Engine Control Components - Exploded View, 5.0L (4V)









Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Variable Force Solenoid

NOTICE: The Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) variable force solenoid pins must be fully depressed to avoid interference with the VCT valve tips when installing the solenoids. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to the engine.

NOTE: The LH or RH valve cover must be removed to perform this procedure.

NOTE: The bolts are part of the VCT variable force solenoid and cannot be removed.

NOTE: Position the VCT variable force solenoid and tighten the bolts in 2 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 30 degrees.

NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.









1. Refer to the procedures and/or exploded views for any Warnings, Notices, Notes, Materials, Specifications, and Special Tools. Items in the exploded views may not be listed in order of removal.