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On-Vehicle Inspection

  1. INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY 
    1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
    2. Start the engine and turn the Techstream ON.
    3. Warm up the engine.
    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Active Test / Control the VVT Exhaust Linear (Bank 1) or Control the VVT Exhaust Linear (Bank 2).
    5. Check the engine speed while operating the Oil Control Valve (OCV) using the Techstream.

      Specified Condition

      Tester Operation Specified Condition
      -100% Normal engine speed
      100% Engine idles roughly

      If the result is not as specified, check the oil control valve, wiring and camshaft timing exhaust gear.

      HINT: 

      • Control the VVT Exhaust Linear (Bank 1): Command to activate the exhaust side oil control valve of bank 1.
      • Control the VVT Exhaust Linear (Bank 2): Command to activate the exhaust side oil control valve of bank 2.