Variable Valve Timing Actuator: Service and Repair

Inspection

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect the OCV connector.
3. Measure resistance between the OCV terminals 1 and 2.
4. Check that the resistance is within the specification.

Specification:Refer to "Specification"

Removal

[Bank 1 / Intake]
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
2. Remove the OTS (A).
3. Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector (B).
4. Remove the installation bolt (C), and then remove the valve from the engine.




[Bank 1 / Exhaust]
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
2. Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector (A).
3. Remove the installation bolt (B), and then remove the valve from the engine.






Installation

CAUTION:
- Install the component with the specified torques.
- Note that internal damage may occur when the component is dropped. If the component has been dropped, inspect before installing.

CAUTION:
- Apply engine oil to the valve O-ring.

1. Installation is reverse of removal.

CVVT oil control valve installation bolt:
9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb-ft)