How to Replace a VTC Actuator (Complete DIY Guide)

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Does your engine rattle on startup? A bad variable valve timing VTC actuator or bad cam phasers can cause a rattling noise on a cold start. This is a common problem in Honda 2.4 engines including the Accord and CRV among others. This is also a common problem in Ford Ecoboost engines. In this video I show you how to diagnose a bad VVT actuator which can cause a P1009 check engine code. Then I show you the entire process on how to replace the VTC actuator without removing the camshafts and using only common hand tools. I show you how to set the engine to top dead center, remove the timing chain, replace the VTC actuator and install new gaskets in the valve cover to prevent oil leaks. Extendable Ratchet Set: https://amzn.to/3h8gw2q Spray Nine Degreaser: https://advanceautoparts.rt8x.net/LPx09Y High Strength Removable Threadlocker: https://advanceautoparts.rt8x.net/ZdxVgk Quick Set Gasket Maker: https://advanceautoparts.rt8x.net/XxL4Jg Bluetooth OBD2 Scanner: https://amzlink.to/az0pSJ60vL8qN VTC Actuator: https://advanceautoparts.rt8x.net/b3DkEk Honda 2.4l Valve Cover Gasket Set: https://advanceautoparts.rt8x.net/2rQRAQ Tools: https://tengtoolsusa.com/ 0:00 Intro How to diagnose a bad cam phaser 3:18 Tools and products 4:24 How to remove old cam phaser (vtc actuator) 10:06 How to set engine to top dead center 14:14 How to remove timing chain tensioner 14:52 Removing old vtc actuator 18:14 How to install new vtc actuator 25:32 How to replace valve cover gasket 28:30 How to chan

Published 2021-07-30 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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