VVT solenoid Bolt

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Here are the directions for removal and replacement:

VARIABLE VALVE TIMING SOLENOID - REMOVAL
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Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), disconnect the IBS connector first before disconnecting the negative battery cable.
NOTE:
Mark the variable valve timing solenoid connectors (1) with a paint pen or equivalent so that they may be reinstalled in their original locations.

Mark the intake variable valve timing solenoid (4) and the exhaust variable valve timing solenoid (2) with a paint pen or equivalent so that they may be reinstalled in their original locations.
Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the variable valve timing solenoid.
Remove the variable valve timing solenoid mounting bolts (3).

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Pull the variable valve timing solenoid from the cylinder head cover.
The seal (1) can be reused if not damaged.

Install

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Install the variable valve timing solenoid seals (1). The seals can be reused if not damaged.

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Refer to the markings made at disassembly and install the intake variable valve timing solenoid (4) and the exhaust variable valve timing solenoid (2) in their original locations.
Install the variable valve timing solenoid mounting bolts (3) and hand tighten.
Connect the electrical connector (1) to the variable valve timing solenoid.
Connect the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), connect the IBS connector.

Note
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Let me know if this helps.

Joe

Welcome back.

Take a look picture 1. Number 1 in the pic is the VVT solenoid. Picture 2 shows the solenoid (circled), number 2 is the spool valve, number 3 is the oil control valve, and number 4 is the solenoid pintle.

Can you take a picture and upload where you are working on the car, so I know exactly what we are dealing with? I will also tell you that the code is most often caused by low oil, dirty oil, or a plugged screen.

Let me know.

Joe

Welcome back.

Do me a favor. Before replacing anything, change the oil and filter and make sure it is full. Make sure to use a quality filter. Reset the check engine light and see if the light comes back on. Low or dirty oil can cause this code.

Try that and let me know.

Joe

The sound could have been from it being starved of oil. Does it still make the same sound now that you filled the oil? Was the oil very dirty?

Joe

Welcome back.

Let me know. I will keep my fingers crossed for you.

Joe

I'm sorry to hear that. I need to go back to the beginning. You sent a picture of a VVT solenoid which is different than what I sent you. Are you sure that part is for your car? As far as replacing the solenoid, the directions I originally provided are specific to your vehicle. Once the VVT cover bolts are removed, then you can replace the sensor.

Do you think for any reason there is a problem with oil pressure?

Joe

Welcome back.

It's really easy to do, but it does require a mechanical oil pressure gauge. Most parts stores will lend one to you. Basically, all you need to do is remove the electric oil pressure sensor on the engine and screw in the mechanical gauge. When the engine starts, the mechanical gauge will indicate what pressure is being produced.

Here are the directions for checking VVT oil pressure. The attached pics correlate with the directions. If you get a gauge at the parts store, tell them you need a 1/8th x 28 pitch BPT adapter for your vehicle. Don't use the incorrect thread type or we will end up with a new problem, oil leaks or worse.

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CHECKING VVT OIL PRESSURE
CHECKING VVT OIL PRESSURE
This test can be used to help diagnose VVT faults.

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Disconnect and remove oil pressure sensor (1).

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CAUTION:
Threads in block are 1/8”-28 British Standard Pipe (BSP). Do not install a National Pipe Thread (NPT) threaded adapter, this could crack the cylinder block.

Install an 1/8-28 BSP male to 1/8-27 female threaded adapter (2).
Install oil pressure gauge (1).
Start engine and record oil pressure.

CAUTION:
If oil pressure is 0 at idle, do not perform the 3000 RPM test

If oil pressure is 0 at idle, shut off engine. Check for pressure relief valve stuck open or a clogged oil pick-up screen.
Remove oil pan and inspect for debris (Refer to 09 - Engine/Lubrication/PAN, Oil - Removal).
Remove oil pressure relief valve (Refer to 09 - Engine/Lubrication/VALVE, Oil Pressure Relief - Removal) and inspect, if damaged replace pressure relief valve.
If pressure relief valve is ok, replace balance shaft module assembly (Refer to 09 - Engine/Lubrication/Pump, Engine Oil - Removal).

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After test is complete, remove test gauge (1) and fitting (2).

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Install oil pressure sensor and electrical connector.

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If you do this, let me know the results.

Joe

Hi, Josh.

What exactly am I looking at in the pic? As far as the solenoid, when you removed the three bolts, were you able to remove the solenoid? If so, did part of the phaser come with it?

If that is the case, the phasers are not serviceable. They are replaced as a unit. I'm trying to picture what you can't get apart.

Let me know. Hang in there. We'll get it figured out.

Joe