When idling cannot be continued
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- Remove the OCV. (See OIL CONTROL VALVE (OCV) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Verify that the spool valve is at maximum advanced position.
- If there is a malfunction, replace the OCV. (See OIL CONTROL VALVE (OCV) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Connect the OCV connector.
- Switch the ignition ON (engine off).
- Verify that the spool valve is at the maximum advanced position.
- If the spool valve is stuck in the retard direction, inspect for the following:
- Short circuit in wiring harnesses or connectors between OCV and PCM
- If the spool valve is stuck in the retard direction, inspect for the following:
- Inspect the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator. (See HYDRAULIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR INSPECTION .)