When idling cannot be continued

2013 Mazda 2 Sport, 1.5L Eng VIN Y, Standard TransSECTION When idling cannot be continued
  1. Remove the OCV and verify that the spool valve is at maximum retard position. (See OIL CONTROL VALVE (OCV) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. If the spool valve is stuck in advance direction, replace the OCV. (See OIL CONTROL VALVE (OCV) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  3. Connect the OCV connector.
  4. Switch the ignition to ON.
  5. Verify that the spool valve is at maximum retard position.
    • If the spool valve is stuck in the advance direction, inspect for the following:
      • Short circuit in wiring harnesses or connectors between OCV terminal B and PCM terminal 2W
  6. Inspect the variable valve timing actuator. (See VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR INSPECTION ).
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