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Function And Operation Principle

Variable Intake Solenoid (VIS) Valve is installed on the intake manifold and is used to improve intake efficiency.

  1. Low/Middle Speed: VIS Valve Close → Resonating Effect → Improving Intake Efficiency
  2. High Speed: VIS Valve Open → Improving Intake Inertia Effect → Improving Intake Efficiency
    Fig 1: Identifying Variable Intake Solenoid (VIS) Valve
    G05118344Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Identifying VIS Valve
    G05116386Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

SPECIFICATION 

ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Coil Resistance (Ω) 30.0-35.0 Ω at 22°C (71.6°F)