2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4WD, Part TimeFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Camshaft Timing Oil Control Valve Assembly: Inspection

  1. INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY 
    1. Check the resistance.
      1. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the terminals.
        Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals Using Ohmmeter
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        Standard resistance 

        STANDARD RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

        Tester Connection Specified Condition
        1 (+B) - 2 (GND) 6.9 to 7.9 Ω at 20°C (68°F)

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

    2. Check the operation.
      1. Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 1 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 2, and check that the valve operates.
        NOTE: Check that the spool valve is not stuck.

        HINT:

        The spool valve may not return if foreign matter is caught in it. This may cause subtle pressure leakage to the advance side, and a DTC may

        Fig 2: Connecting (+) Lead From Battery To Terminal 1 & (-) Lead To Terminal 2
        G05198002Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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