How does the C 13 intake valve actuator work?

How does the C 13 intake valve actuator work?

Pressurized engine oil flows from the rail to each actuator. The actuators use the pressurized engine oil and electrical commands from the ECM in order to delay the closing of the intake valves. The ECM commands the control valve to open for 17 seconds. The ECM checks the temperature of the coolant.

What is the intake valve actuator on ACERT cat?

An Intake Valve Actuator or IVA (also known as a Varible Valve Actuator or VVA) is a device that contacts the intake rocker arm and holds the intake valve of an ACERT Cat engine open in an effort to lower the cylinder temperatures of the engine.

When to open and close intake valve actuator?

The ECM compares the two pressure values. The ECM activates a 283-7 code if the pressure difference is too low. The control valve should remain closed during engine operation. The system does not operate until the engine has reached normal operating temperature. Each actuator (4) contains two solenoids (6) .

What is code for C 13 intake valve solenoid?

Got a 2006 Int. with a C 13. 6 months ago had a code for #5 actuator solenoid. Replaced jake/intake actuator assembly and had no other problems. Last week light came on and had a code for #2 this time.

When to adjust the valve on a cat C-13?

Hi Bill, question about valve adjustment on Cat C-13. Between 15,000 and 60,000 miles Between the first and fourth oil change. Compression Brake – Inspect/adjust, Electronic no adjustment is nessary. There has been questions about valve adjustment but follow Any Cat dealer can tell you if your overhead (valves) was adjusted at a Cat dealer.

Is it illegal to adjust a C 13 overhead valve?

Charging $960 to adjust a C 13 overhead should be illegal. It could be possible that a non-cat service shop preformed checking valve lash. I have My own thoughts about setting valves regular on a electronic engine.