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Originally Posted by JFP in PA
. As for the oil passages, again, proper diagnostics will show you if that is the case; more than once, we have "saved" a Vario Cam actuator by simply pulling it out cleaning it out, testing it, and then cleaning it out. And these things ain't cheap.
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Actuator, or solenoid? Are the Variocam Plus actuators removable without removing the valve cover like on the earlier 986.1? Solenoid removal seems easy; little difference from a plug and coil and an easy access location externally on bank 1 in the center of the valve cover. I may remove that solenoid to play with it (after purchasing a new seal cover), but if there's a link discussing/showing pics of variocam plus actuators as well that would be helpful. Searches turn up everything about the DME-controlled variocam but precious little on the Plus unless I check out 9x7 forums. Doesn't seem to be in Bentley, 101 Projects doesn't discuss it either. The Workshop manual I have is for a 5-chain engine.
I also need a Durametric, can confirm the Foxwell NT530 does not have in the Drive Links or Active Tests submenus any provision for Cam deviation, solenoid activation or the like that Durametric does.
Also, at ~$280 these solenoids aren't terribly expensive especially given the ease of installation. I don't know the part number for the actuators though, and I imagine at that point I would looking at a complete engine teardown to get the timing chain tensioners, pads, and a couple other things done for good. At that point I don't think I would bother though, I'm already into this car for close to double its value - someone else can rebuild it.
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