2000 VOLVO V40 VVT CONTROL SOLENOID REPLACEMENT HOW TO

[@zoohed]

I cut a new gasket myself by tracing the old one. I replaced the O-ring on the solenoid which made the gasket leak then I put my gasket on, now it seems the VVT is leaking. As I replaced the cam seals when I did the timing belt. I even took off the timing belt again to ensure the cam seal was dry. Great video. I should change the solenoid to a new one.

[@fixitcarter]

The gasket may be too big, try the dealer for the gasket. It may be 6-10 bucks. Also make sure the surface is free of the old gasket and the engine surface is free of any imperfections, pits scratches etc. if you have an imperfect surface you can get it machined or use rtv to fill in the imperfections and then use a oem gasket. It can also be the surface of the solenoid too if it has any imperfections in the surface. But good luck, I left my old gasket on to avoid such issues.

[@PLANTONE]

What about oil leaking occurring.... my vvt is being replaced as this was seen as a symptom? My car seemed to run fine. Oil changed every 10k. No check light error

[@fixitcarter]

My guess is that it froze and then blew out the gasket. also could have a bad seal. it could just have been the seal or o ring, if you didn't get a code related to the VVT.

[@PLANTONE]

@@fixitcarter Monday find out if he got a code on reader..... definitely no lights on dashboard...

[@fixitcarter]

just noticed the timing on the oil change and that is extremely high. if you're using conventional oil, it should be every 3k. Semi every 5k Full 8K. I've used all and still change every at 3k. I pay attention to the sound of the engine. You can hear the valve a little more when the oil thins. That interval schedule would definitely cause slug build thus causing issues to components. keep your oil clean and new.

[@larsp1997]

Mine has a rattle when idle, when I disconect the plug for the vvt it stops. Does that mean that my solenoid just fails or the gear has to be replaced?

[@fixitcarter]

Can’t answer 100%. But in most cases these freeze up. You can pull it and see if it comes apart.

[@the.real.dwight.schrute]

Hi, I got the code p0011, she stalls in reverse while parking in the city. What is the part number?

[@fixitcarter]

Hope you figured it out.

[@the.real.dwight.schrute]

@@fixitcarter Unfortunately not, I sold the car after problem kept coming up and part cost are extremly high in my country for VOlvo

[@fixitcarter]

I sale on eBay and I can’t get these parts to sell for pennies 😂 hopefully you found something better.

[@monakat8517]

Is that the intake or exhaust solenoid?

[@fixitcarter]

Controls Both from what I researched. In the 2000 Volvo V40 with a 1.9L 4-cylinder engine, there is typically a single VVT (Variable Valve Timing) unit that controls both the intake and exhaust camshafts. This system is designed to optimize valve timing for improved engine performance, efficiency, and emissions. While some advanced engines may have dual or separate VVT systems for the intake and exhaust, it's important to check the specific engine model and configuration of the vehicle to confirm the details. Hope this helps. Let me know what you figure out.

[@wanenduro9082]

What the function of that solenoid for?

[@fixitcarter]

Valve control in correlation to timing, So as it clogs it becomes less efficient and communicative.

[@gotredeemed]

I'd like to hear the mechanics words, thoughts and comments,,to learn more.

[@fixitcarter]

okay yes ill keep that in mind going forward. its usually alot of cussing lol.