Purpose, Function
The engine oil solenoid valve switches the hydraulic transmission passage in accordance with the driving conditions and the oil pump drive resistance is reduced by controlling oil pump discharging pressure in two steps.
Construction
The engine oil solenoid valve is installed on the right side of the cylinder block.

The engine oil solenoid valve has the following parts:

A duty drive type has been adopted.
Operation
The oil passage in the solenoid valve is switched according to the control signal (duty signal) from the PCM.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Engine Oil Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
Front Oil Seal ReplacementQuick Release Connector (Emission System) Removal/Installation
Quick Release Connector Type and Position
CAUTION:
Verify the type and location, and install/remove properly.
U.S.A. and CANADA
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
Type A Removal
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the evaporative pipe when unlocking the retainer.
NOTE:
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Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light
Purpose
The power steering malfunction indicator light warns the driver that there
is a malfunction with the electric power steering (EPS) system.
Function
If there is a malfunction in the EPS system, the power steering malfunction
indicator light illuminates.
If th ...
Front Fog Light Aiming
NOTE:
Perform front fog light aiming if any of the following work is performed.
Front fog light replacement
Work that can affect vehicle height such as suspension replacement or
removal/installation.
1. Empty the vehicle by having all occupants leave ...