VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve Removal/Test/Installation

Disconnect the VTC oil control solenoid valve 2P connector (A).

Fig 1: VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve And 2P Connector With Torque Specifications
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Remove the bolt (B) and the VTC oil control solenoid valve (C).
Connect VTC oil control valve 2P connector terminal No. 2 to the battery positive terminal with a jumper wire. Connect VTC oil control solenoid valve 2P connector terminal No. 1 to the battery negative terminal with a jumper wire.

Fig 2: Connecting VTC Oil Control Valve 2P Connector Terminal No. 2 To Battery Positive Terminal With Jumper Wire
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Measure the clearance of the valve (A). The clearance should be at least 0.05 in (1.2 mm)
- If the clearance is as specified, the valve is OK; reinstall it with a new O-ring (B).
- If the clearance is not as specified, install a new valve and O-ring.
  NOTE:
  - Before you install the valve, make sure its mating surface to the cylinder head is clean and dry.
  - Coat the O-ring with engine oil before you install it.
  - Do not install the valve while wearing cloth fibrous gloves. Be careful not to contaminate the cylinder head opening.
    
    Fig 3: Measuring Clearance Of Valve
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