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Engine Oil Control Valve: Testing and Inspection

OCV (Oil Control Valve) Inspection

- Remove OCV.
- Check resistance between terminals of OCV connector (1).
If check result is not satisfactory, replace OCV.

Oil control valve resistance
6.7 - 7.7 Ohms (at 20 °C (68 °F))







- Connect battery to OCV connector (1) as shown in figure, check operating sound at the same time operate spool valve (2).