V50 T5 L5-2.5L Turbo VIN 68 B5254T3 (2006)
Variable Valve Timing Solenoid: Procedures
VVT solenoid, cleaning
Note! Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
Removal
Remove the VVT solenoid. Refer to: VVT solenoid See: Removal and Replacement
Blow compressed air into the oil feed hole (4). Air should come out through both A ports (1 and 3).
Blow compressed air into the oil drain hole (5). Air should come out through the B port (2).
For further function checks continue with "Check function". If the duct seems to be blocked, go to "cleaning".
Connect current to the solenoid. The solenoid should click. It may be easier to hear the click by holding the solenoid.
Blow compressed air into the oil feed hole (4). Air should come out through the B port (2).
If the piston sticks or the solenoid does not work electrically, the direction of flow will not change.
If the duct seems to be blocked, go to "cleaning".
