Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Camshaft Oil Control Valve: Inspection
- INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY
- Measure the resistance between the terminals.
Standard Resistance
TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION CHARTTester Connection Condition Specified Condition 1 - 2 20°C (68°F) 6.9 to 7.9 Ω If the result is not as specified, replace the oil control valve assembly.
- Check the operation
- Connect a positive (+) battery lead to terminal 1 and a negative (-) battery lead to terminal 2, and check the movement of the valve.NOTE: Confirm that the valve moves freely and does not stick in any position.
If necessary, replace the camshaft timing oil control valve assembly.
HINT:
Accumulation of foreign matter can cause minor pressure leaks. Minor pressure leaks will cause the camshaft to advance or retard, and this will cause a DTC to be set.
- Connect a positive (+) battery lead to terminal 1 and a negative (-) battery lead to terminal 2, and check the movement of the valve.
- Measure the resistance between the terminals.
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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.