3 L4-2.5L (2010)
Variable Valve Timing Actuator: Testing and Inspection
VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR INSPECTION [LF, L5]
CAUTION:
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Variable valve timing actuator can not be disassembled because it is a precision unit.
1. Remove the battery cover. See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the plug hole plate. See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Plug Hole Plate Removal/Installation
4. Disconnect the wiring harness.
5. Remove the ignition coils. See: Powertrain Management/Ignition System/Ignition Coil/Service and Repair
6. Remove the spark plugs. See: Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks/Spark Plug/Service and Repair
7. Remove the ventilation hose.
8. Remove the oil level gauge.
9. Remove the cylinder head cover. See: Timing Chain/Service and Repair
10. Confirm that notch of the rotor and notch of the cover at the variable valve timing actuator are aligned and fitted.
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If the notch of the rotor and notch of the cover are not aligned, turn the crankshaft clockwise two rotations. Verify that notch of the rotor and
notch of the cover are aligned.
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If the both notches are still not aligned, replace the variable valve timing actuator. See: Service and Repair
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If, when turning the crankshaft, there is a hitting noise from the variable valve timing actuator each time the cam passes the fully lifted
position, it means that the actuator is not secured. Replace the actuator. See: Service and Repair
11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
