When idling cannot be continued
- Remove the OCV and verify that the spool valve is at maximum retard position.
- Connect the OCV.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
- Verify that the spool valve is at maximum retard position.
- If the spool valve is stuck in the advance direction, inspect for the following:
- Short circuit in wiring harnesses or connectors between the OCV and the PCM.
- If the spool valve is stuck in the advance direction, inspect for the following:
- Inspect the variable valve timing actuator. (See VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR INSPECTION [L3] .)