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Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Oil Control Solenoid

NOTE: The valve cover must be removed to access the VCT oil control solenoid. For additional information, refer to ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.7L .
NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
NOTE: To install, tighten bolt(s) to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) plus an additional 20 degrees.
Fig 1: Identifying Variable Camshaft Timing Oil Control Solenoid Related Components (3.7L)
G07411542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 W500215 LH intake Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) oil control solenoid bolt
2 6B297 LH intake VCT oil control solenoid
3 6B297 LH exhaust VCT oil control solenoid
4 W500215 LH exhaust VCT oil control solenoid bolt
  1. Refer to the appropriate procedures and/or exploded views in this service information for any Warnings, Notices, Notes, Materials, Specifications, and Special Tools. Items in the exploded views may not be listed in order of removal.