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.
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Honda 2.4l Valve Cover Gasket Set: https://advanceautoparts.rt8x.net/2rQRAQ
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I hope this helps the millions of people affected by bad variable valve timing actuators and even if you dont have this issue, there is a lot to learn about setting an engine to top dead center!
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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://amzn.to/3zPq6v1
VTC Actuator: https://advanceautoparts.rt8x.net/b3DkEk
Honda 2.4l Valve Cover Gasket Set: https://advanceautoparts.rt8x.net/2rQRAQ
Tools: https://tengtoolsusa.com/
@chrisfix how do you know which tools you are going to need before starting? Do you do the work twice?
That was so complicated. You make it look so easy. Hats off to you Chris!
When the VTEC doesn’t kick in
Thanks for the thorough walkthrough!
Isn’t it worth doing a valve adjustment/check while in there?
There is one Marriage we all hate. It’s when the Valve Marries the Piston and they kiss each other.
Great video, but you should show us to replace the timing chain on this motor since it's always bad with the vtc 😕
I wish my Mechanic was a super pumped as you
Hey Chris I was wondering if you could do a clutch change on your del sol since its front wheel drive
Damn , I have same issue , too late , already sold the car
Me with my mind blown when he puts the good prop all the way to the base of the hood 🧠 💥
Chrisfix when you win the 🍋 race what are you gonna do with BMW?
I swear every time my cat has a problem Chris uploads a video on how to fix it within the week
Chris i have a the same error code but i don't have the noise, may it be the VTC oil valve?
Bro! This is exactly the video I’ve been waiting for! I have a 2013 Civic SI and I have this very problem. Thank Chris Bro!
Y did u sell the drift stang
Yo
RIP driftstang
100 <> air compressor, jack, Jack stands, etc etc. I see closer to $500. But 500=<1000
“Imma do the right thing and put on yellow thread locker. Just so the next feller will know the job was done right last time.”
22:37😳😳😳😳 look at intake side
i really thought that all hondas are sohc but some of them are actually dohc
I mean, the video is great as always…. But why did you sell the DriftStang 😭😭😭😭
Hey Chris. How or where do you find the how to steps to do projects like these? As well how do u know the torque specs for the bolts
6:16 omg you an alien 😳😳😳
How many pairs of gloves do you go through in a typical job?