Vtc Oil Control Solenoid Valve Removal/Test - Honda Civic 2002-2003 Service Manual

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VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve Removal/Test
1. Remove the VTC oil control solenoid valve (A).
NOTE: Install the valve in the reverse order of
removal with a new a-ring (B), then check these
items:
• Clean and dry the VTC oil control solenoid valve
mating surface.
• Coat the O-ring with engine oil.
• Do not install the VTC oil control solenoid valve
while wearing fibrous gloves,
• Be careful not to contaminate the cylinder head
opening.
12N·m
11.2
kgf·m,
8.7Ibf·ftl
2. Check the VTC oil control solenoid valve filter for
clogging. If it is clogged, replace the VTC oil control
solenoid valve.
3. Check the clearance between the port (advance
side) and the valve. The clearance (A) should be at
least 2.8 mm (1/8 in.).
4. Connect the battery positive terminal to VTC oil
control solenoid valve 2P connector terminal No.2.
VTC OIL CONTROL SOLENOID
VALVE 2P CONNECTOR
BATTERY
Terminal side of
male terminals
5. Connect the battery negative terminal to VTC oil
control solenoid valve 2P connector terminal No.1,
then make sure the valve
(A)
opens fully.
A
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