6 V6-3.0L (2007)
Engine Oil Control Valve: Testing and Inspection
OIL CONTROL VALVE (OCV) INSPECTION [AJ]
Coil Resistance Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the oil control valve (OCV) connector.
3. Measure the resistance between terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.
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If not as specified, replace the oil control valve (OCV).
Specification
7.05 - 7.95 ohms
4. Connect the oil control valve (OCV) connector.
Spool Valve Operation Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the oil control valve (OCV).
3. Verify that the spool valve in the oil control valve (OCV) is in the maximum valve timing retard position as indicated in the figure. If not as
specified, replace the oil control valve (OCV).
4. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
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If not as specified, recharge the battery.
5. Apply battery positive voltage between the oil control valve (OCV) terminals and verify that the spool valve operates and moves to the maximum
valve timing advance position.
