Variable Valve Timing Control System Operation Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
When idling cannot be continued
NOTE:
- Inspect for each bank.
- Remove the OCV and verify that the spool valve is at maximum retard position. (See OIL CONTROL VALVE (OCV) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
.)
- If the spool valve is stuck in advance direction, replace the OCV. (See OIL CONTROL VALVE (OCV) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Connect the OCV connector.
- Switch the ignition to ON.
- Verify that the spool valve is at max. retard position.
- If the spool valve is stuck in advance direction, inspect the following:
- Short circuit in harnesses or connectors between OCV and PCM.
- If the spool valve is stuck in advance direction, inspect the following:
- Inspect the variable valve timing actuator.
When idling can be continued