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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2011MARINER 2WD V6-3.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSVARIABLE VALVE TIMING SOLENOIDSERVICE AND REPAIR
2011 Mercury Mariner 2WD V6-3.0L
Variable Valve Timing Solenoid: Service and Repair
2011 Mercury Mariner 2WD V6-3.0LSECTION Service and Repair
Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Oil Control Solenoid
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the LH or RH valve cover. For additional information, refer to Engine - 3.0L (4V) Service and Repair.
2. Remove the 2 bolts and the Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) oil control solenoid.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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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.