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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013CAPTIVA SPORT FWD L4-2.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSVARIABLE VALVE TIMING SOLENOIDSERVICE AND REPAIR
2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport FWD L4-2.4L
Variable Valve Timing Solenoid: Service and Repair
2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport FWD L4-2.4LSECTION Service and Repair
Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
2. Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement Intake Manifold Cover Replacement.
3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors (2, 3) from the appropriate camshaft position (CMP) actuator solenoid valve.
4. Remove the exhaust CMP actuator solenoid valve bolt and valve (1), if required.
5. Remove the intake CMP actuator solenoid valve bolt and valve (2), if required.
6. Inspect the CMP actuator solenoid valve O-ring seals for damage, replace as necessary.
Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate the CMP actuator solenoid valve O-ring seals with clean engine oil.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Install the intake CMP actuator solenoid valve (2) and bolt, if required. Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
3. Install the exhaust CMP actuator solenoid valve (1) and bolt, if required. Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
4. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors (2, 3) to the appropriate CMP actuator solenoid valve.
5. Install the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement Intake Manifold Cover Replacement.
6. Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.