How to Replace Variable Valve Timing Solenoid 2012-2020 Ford Focus

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If the variable valve timing solenoid in your vehicle is stuck or clogged, causing your engine to not run properly, you may notice reduced fuel efficiency, sputtering, rough running or stalling in your engine. Solenoids usually need to be replaced once they begin to fail. This video shows you how to install a new variable valve timing solenoid in your 2012-2020 Ford Focus.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2012 Ford Focus
2013 Ford Focus
2014 Ford Focus
2015 Ford Focus
2016 Ford Focus
2017 Ford Focus
2018 Ford Focus
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[@michiganaviator]

How do you know if its the intake or exhaust solenoid that needs to be replaced?

[@cyndideweygary]

When I did mine I couldn't help but think that a relatively minor design change would have allowed them to be replaced without removing the valve cover. They already stick through it. A gasketed bolt could have gone right through the cover to the head.

[@mikesabin8568]

Only replaced the one? Why? If one failed at that amount of miles, you want to do everything all over again when the other fails? Do both while you are already there..

[@thatmechanicguy1993]

I would replace both at the same time.

[@dljunior2852]

Outstanding video and instructions. Needed this for a Range Rover Evoque which has a bad intake vvt solenoid. Hope I can do it as proficient as you. Thanks

[@milkywayandbeyond]

How do you tell which one needs replacement? I have the code P0012

[@MiguelRodriguez-pz8wi]

Hi there, It this is the same procedure for a 2018 Focus 1.0 ecoboost? Thanks for your time

[@14blackroses]

What is the difference between the VVT and VCT solenoid on the ford focus?

[@oscarvillalobos2453]

Will it be the same on a 2014 Ford escape?

[@davided.9892]

I have the p420 code on Ford focus 2012, I have already changed oxygen sensors, will it be possible to solve the error by changing the exhaust valve?

[@danpaling1703]

THANK YOU! This was an excellent video for someone who has never done this before. I'll be starting with the oil and crossing my fingers but my luck usually isn't that good. So I will more than likely be tying into this project this weekend.

[@Aoewu_225]

I’ve order 3 of these my ford focus is from the uk shipped to jamaica it still leaks oil i’ve now ordered a used original part as i’m assuming maybe the new ones are the issue? Please advise.

[@TMOwen]

This is a tutorial from the shop and you did not even show how to replace the gasket and the seals for the variable valve timing solenoid. Shame....

[@pivandres]

help, I have a Ford explorer 3.5 xlt and the camshaft chain is cut and my question is if this is why my engine no longer works, or simply change this chain, help me with your knowledge!!! thanks for your videos

[@maddog9793]

Hi chief, I just replaced the valve cover gasket after everything was put back together, all of a sudden I got the check engine light on so I scanned it and is giving me code P0013 ( B Camshaft position actuator A control circuit / Open Bank 1). Is that code related to that selenoid you replaced??

[@TRQ]

+Maddog We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@pivandres]

ayuda, tengo una Ford explorer 3.5 xlt y se corto la Cadena del árbol de levas y mi duda es si por esto mi motor ya no sirve, o simplemente cambiar esta Cadena ayúdame con tu conocimiento!!! Gracias por tus videos

[@setstretch]

Very clear video , nice and slow to catch info.

[@MrVideoyoulike]

Do you have a vid for a 2015 ford explorer the VCT.

[@empyrian5290]

How did you know to replace the front one if there’s two?

[@empyrian5290]

How do you know which one is the intake and which one is the exhaust one?

[@AddixRising]

The front one is intake, the rear is exhaust. I just had a code pop up, so i replaced the exhaust one, but now it has a lil bit of a weird idle, so I’m going to replace the intake one also. I suggest replacing both

[@famblife]

Should I replace both VVTS or just the front? How do I know just do one or both?

[@cyndideweygary]

You can also check the resistance. But, just replace both. They are cheap and you don't want to have to do it again later.

[@deontayalexander7600]

I got that cod but my motter is ticking

[@SaschQuasch]

Oh yes man thank you. Next week end project.

[@ismaelromero1511]

Have vid for 2018 f 150 3.5

[@ureniagarcia1364]

Thank you! this is what I needed

[@CompoundMedla]

Helped me out a lot! Thank you sir!

[@djleon333]

Same for ford transit?

[@Leon27383]

Does this include the 1.0 EcoBoost engine?

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+Leon27383 This procedure might be different for your application. We do not currently have a how-to video for this particular year, make and model. Thank you for asking! 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ

[@davidjones4061]

What seal do you need to get for the solenoids?

[@ECLIPD862]

He meant for the valve cover

[@bradymorrison2321]

Is the intake and exhaust the same sensor so I can replace both

[@powellmom48]

Did you ever get an answer for this question?

[@cyndideweygary]

They are the same. Make sure you use sealant on the seam between the head and timing cover

[@saml5421]

Quick question: Should I have my battery unplugged before replacing the solenoids, or does it not matter?

[@JasonFelton-rm1rx]

Is there a difference between the 2 solenoids ??? Could I swap them with each other and it run correctly I replaced both of them because I was getting the P0027 code I’m not sure if I should’ve bought two different ones I bought 2 of the same exact ones … I’m still getting the same code