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Replacing the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Control Valve






Replacing the variable valve timing (VVT) control valve

Note! As the illustrations in the information are used for different model years and / or models, certain variations may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removing the variable valve timing (VVT) control valve








The abbreviation VVT stands for:
Variable
Valve
Timing.

Remove
- the upper camshaft belt cover.
- the connector for the control valve.
- the screws retaining the valve.
- the valve and the gasket.

Installing the variable valve timing (VVT) control valve




- Clean the gasket faces and install a new gasket.
- Tighten the valve crosswise.
Tightening torque 10 Nm (7.4 lb.ft) .
- Install the connector and the upper camshaft belt cover.
Tightening torque 8 Nm (6 lb.ft) .
Wipe clean.