When Idling Cannot Be Continued
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- Inspect for each bank
- Remove the OCV and verify that the spool valve is at maximum retard position.
- If the spool valve is stuck in advance direction, replace the OCV. (See OIL CONTROL VALVE (OCV) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Connect the OCV.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
- Verify that the spool valve is at max. retard position.
- If the spool valve is stuck in advance direction, inspect the following:
- Short circuit in harnesses or connectors between the OCV and the PCM.
- If the spool valve is stuck in advance direction, inspect the following:
- Inspect the variable valve timing actuator.