While Im in there digging around I decided to research some other possible parts to clean up. I have read a lot about VCT solenoids and some . Mar 2015MMO oil change or engine flush?
Aug 2013should i change the VCT solenoidspostsFeb 2013Any sticky’s or threads about cleaning the VCT solenoid? Is there any way to clean a VCT solenoid? If you suspect it is gunked up, don’t attempt to clean entire engine with Kreen, etc.
The VCT solenoid housing itself has a micro-screen filter.
How to check if a vct solenoid is bad? Does anyone know how to check a vct solenoid to see if it’s . L 65k Got my bank 1(passenger side) solenoid out. Cleaned with carb cleaner, wd40′ carb cleaner, wd40’d. May 20- The other week I started my car to go to work, I drove around the corner and braked for a stop sign, all of a sudden my car started sputtering . Mar 20- They said the VCT solenoids were dirty and cleaned them, but did say the noise also was coming from the timing chain and that setup should . Page 2Dec 2011Phaser Tick Fix without replacing Phasers.
Cleaning the MAF Test to check for VCT problems – TeamZX2teamzx2. The VCT solenoid is supplied with engine oil pressure and uses that .
If the cleaning of the solenoids does not fix the problem you may need a new solenoid or you may have the dreaded ‘cam ledge’ problem, .
