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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2006CANYON 2WD L5-3.5L VIN 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSVARIABLE VALVE TIMING SOLENOIDSERVICE AND REPAIR
2006 GMC Canyon 2WD L5-3.5L VIN 6
Variable Valve Timing Solenoid: Service and Repair
2006 GMC Canyon 2WD L5-3.5L VIN 6SECTION Service and Repair
CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) ACTUATOR SOLENOID VALVE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the camshaft position (CMP) actuator solenoid valve (6).
2. Remove the CMP actuator solenoid valve bolt (3).
3. Remove the CMP actuator solenoid valve (2) from the cylinder head.Discard the O-ring seal.
4. Clean debris from the hole (1).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install a new O-ring seal to the actuator solenoid valve (2).
2. Lightly lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
3. Install the CMP actuator solenoid valve (2) into the cylinder head.
4. Install the camshaft position actuator solenoid valve bolt (3).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the CMP actuator solenoid valve bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
5. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the CMP actuator solenoid valve (6).
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.