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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2009CR-V EX, 2.4 RE3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMVTECROCKER ARM OIL CONTROL VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2009 Honda CR-V EX, 2.4 RE3

Rocker Arm Oil Control Valve Removal/Installation

2009 Honda CR-V EX, 2.4 RE3SECTION Rocker Arm Oil Control Valve Removal/Installation

Remove the power steering hose stay (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Power Steering Hose Stay
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Disconnect the rocker arm oil control valve connector (A) and the rocker arm oil pressure switch connector (B).

Fig 2: Rocker Arm Oil Control Valve Connector And Rocker Arm Oil Pressure Switch Connector With Torque Specifications
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Remove the bolts (C).
Remove the rocker arm oil control valve (D).
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal with a new solenoid valve filter (E) and a new O-ring.

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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.