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Pinpoint Test HK: Variable Cam Timing (VCT): Introduction

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NOTE: This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
  • Powertrain control module (PCM) (12A650).
  • Harness circuits: VPWR and VCT.
  • VCT Solenoid (6L713) or (6B297).
  • Spider Assembly (6C260) Right Bank, or (6C261) Left Bank.
Fig 1: Identifying Variable Cam Timing Bank 1 (VCT1) Actuator Connector
G03626699Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 2: Identifying Variable Cam Timing Bank 2 (VCT2) Actuator Connector
G03626700Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.