2006 Lexus GS 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Camshaft Timing Oil Control Valve Assembly: Inspection

  1. INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY 
    1. Measure the resistance between the terminals.
      Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals
      G04027190Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard resistance: 

      6.9 to 7.9 Ω at 20°C (68°F) 

      If the result is not as specified, replace the oil control valve assembly.

    2. Connect the battery's positive (+) lead to terminal 1 and negative (-) lead to terminal 2, and check the movement of the valve.
      Fig 2: Identifying Battery'S Positive Lead To Terminal 1 And Negative Lead To Terminal
      G04027191Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Specified condition 

      SPECIFIED CONDITION CHART

      Condition Specified Condition
      Battery positive (+) voltage is applied Valve moves in left arrow direction shown in the illustration
      Battery positive (+) voltage is cut off Valve moves in right arrow direction shown in the illustration

      If the result is not as specified, replace the oil control valve assembly. If the valve cannot return properly because of foreign matter, a small pressure leak in the advanced direction may occur and a DTC may be output.

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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