Description and Operation: Description

Variable Intake manifold Solenoid (VIS) valves are installed on the intake manifold (VIS Valve 1) and the surge tank (VIS Valve 2). These VIS valve 1 and 2 control vacuum modulators which activate valves in the intake manifold and the surge tank. These valves are opened or closed by ECM according to engine condition.

Fig 1: Variable Intake Solenoid Valve

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