Variable Valve Timing: Service and Repair

Oil Control Valve

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.






2. Remove the air intake duct (Rear). (RH side only)
3. Remove the reservoir tank. (LH side only)
4. Disconnect the connector (A) from the oil control solenoid, and remove the oil control solenoid from the chain cover.
- RH side






- LH side






INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: Use new O-rings.

Tightening torque: 6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf.m, 4.7 ft.lb)