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When Idling Cannot Be Continued

NOTE:
  • Inspect for each bank
  1. Remove the OCV and verify that the spool valve is at maximum retard position.
  2. Connect the OCV.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
  4. 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.
  5. Inspect the variable valve timing actuator.