9-7X L6-4.2L (2008)
Variable Valve Timing Solenoid: Service and Repair
Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (See: Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and Repair).
2. Remove the 3 power steering pump bolts and move the pump out of the way. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement (4.2L) (See: Steering
and Suspension/Steering/Power Steering/Power Steering Pump/Service and Repair/Power Steering Pump Replacement (4.2L)).
3. Disconnect the camshaft position actuator solenoid electrical connector.
4. Remove the camshaft position actuator solenoid retaining bolt (3).
5. Remove the camshaft position actuator solenoid (2) from the engine block.
6. Clean debris from the hole (1).
Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate the hole (1) with engine oil.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Notice).
2. Install the camshaft position actuator solenoid (2) and bolt (3).
Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 in. lbs.).
3. Connect the camshaft position actuator solenoid electrical connector.
4. Install the power steering pump and bolts. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement (4.2L) (See: Steering and Suspension/Steering/Power
Steering/Power Steering Pump/Service and Repair/Power Steering Pump Replacement (4.2L)).
5. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (See: Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and Repair).
