Variable Camshaft Timing Oil Control Solenoid

Variable camshaft timing oil control solenoid

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removal

Removing the variable valve timing solenoid





Remove:
- the screws for the upper timing cover
- the upper timing cover. Disconnect the connector for the variable valve timing solenoid
- the screw for the variable valve timing solenoid
- the variable valve timing solenoid by pulling it straight up.

Installing

Note! For tightening torques, see Specifications

Replacing the gasket





Note! Check that the gasket follows with the engine cover.

When the variable valve timing solenoid is replaced, the gasket must be replaced.

Note! The beveled edge of the gasket must be facing outwards when installed on the solenoid.

Installing the variable valve timing solenoid

Install:
- the variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid
- the screw for the variable valve timing solenoid. Tighten. See Specifications. Connect the connector for the variable valve timing solenoid
- the upper timing cover.