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 ReplacementAir Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor
Purpose/Function
Detects the oxygen concentration (all-range air/fuel ratio) in the exhaust
gas as basic information for mainly determining the fuel injection amount.
Detects the oxygen concentration (all-range air/fuel ratio) in the exhaust
gas and inputs it to the PCM as an ox ...
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
Purpose, Function
The differential oil temperature sensor detects the rear differential oil
temperature based on the resistance of the thermistor, and inputs it to the
AWD CM.
Construction
The differential oil temperature sensor is installed in the rear differential
carr ...
Assist Handle Removal/Installation
Removal
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole and remove
the assist handle covers.
2. Remove the assist handle in the direction of the arrow (1) and (2), while
detach clips.
NOTE:
Remove the assist handle by shaking it up and down.
Install ...