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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 111 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - THEORY & OPERATION)VARIABLE VALVE TIMING SYSTEMCAMSHAFT ACTUATOR SYSTEM
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

Camshaft Actuator System

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Camshaft Actuator System
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The Camshaft Position (CMP) actuator system enables the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to change camshaft timing while the engine is running. See Fig 1 . The CMP actuator assembly varies camshaft position in response to directional changes in oil pressure. The CMP actuator solenoid valve controls the oil pressure that is applied to advance or retard the camshaft. Modifying camshaft timing under changing engine demand provides better balance between the following performance concerns:

  • Engine power output.
  • Fuel economy.
  • Lower tailpipe emissions.
The CMP actuator solenoid valve is controlled by the PCM. The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor and the CMP sensor are used to monitor changes in camshaft position. The PCM uses information from the following sensors in order to calculate the desired camshaft position:
  • Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor.
  • Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor.
  • Throttle Position (TP) sensor.
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS).

Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Actuator System Components
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