Variocam Actuator Testing.

[j911brick]

Originally Posted by JFP in PA

Then your friend needs to go back to school; both the PIWIS and the Durametric system can activate the VarioCam units, one at a time so you can see the unit's response in the real time cam angle data. You would also note a significant change is the vehicle's idle when the cam moves as well.

But that wont tell you what the problem is. Its only a clue as to where to look.

[jdraupp]

Originally Posted by j911brick

But that wont tell you what the problem is. Its only a clue as to where to look.

A clue that tells you your variocam actuator is bad...wasn't that what you were trying to determine?

Glad you got it figured out.

[j911brick]

Originally Posted by jdraupp

A clue that tells you your variocam actuator is bad...wasn't that what you were trying to determine?

Glad you got it figured out.

It could have been the actuator, the solenoid, the wiring, timing, ramps, or the DME. I just dont like guessing with expensive parts if I dont have to.