Camry V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2005)
Maximum clearance: 0.03 mm (0.0012 inch)
If it is more than the maximum, replace the vane pump assembly.
27. INSPECT FLOW CONTROL VALVE
a. Coat the flow control valve with power steering fluid and check that it falls smoothly into the flow control valve hole by its own weight.
b. Check the flow control valve for leakage. Close one of the holes and apply compressed air of 392 - 490 kPa (4 - 5 kgf/cm2, 57 - 71 psi) into
the opposite side hole, and confirm that air does not come out from the end holes.
If necessary, replace the vane pump assembly.
28. INSPECT FLOW CONTROL VALVE COMPRESSION SPRING
a. Using vernier calipers, measure the free length of the flow control valve compression spring.
Minimum free length: 32.24 mm (1.2693 inch)