When did I replace the VTC on my Honda CRV?
Made the noise on cold starts and had to replace the VTC Actuator in January 2015 at 20,336 miles. Same thing in April 2016 at 50,509 miles, replaced a 2nd time. It started making the noise again a couple of years ago, probably in 2018 around 90,00 miles. I ignored it until now.
When to replace timing chain and VTC actuator?
We had the VTC and timing chain repair done at the dealership and now at 96,000 miles it is doing exactly the same thing it did at 63,000. Started out with the engine rattle at start up and progressed to dash lights randomly coming on so it will be going back to the dealership. 9 people found this helpful.
Is it worth fixing a bad VTC actuator?
WE HAVE AROUND 146000 MILES AND ALREADY FIXED THE SOLENOID, BUT ABOUT TO SPEND 800 TO FIX THE ACTUATOR. I AM CONCERNED AFTER READING THIS THAT IT IS NOT WORTH FIXING.
How does a bad VTC cause an engine failure?
The bad VTC causes a drag on the timing chain every time it grinds at start-up. Over time that small drag stresses the timing chain TENSIONER, until it eventually fails. With the timing chain tensioner no longer keeping the chain at constant tension a skipped or broken chain is just a question of time.
Where can I get a VTC actuator replacement?
VTC Actuator Replacement Part Contact Information For Honda: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Service 1919 Torrance Blvd. Mail Stop 500-2N-7A Torrance, CA 90501-2746 Phone: 800-999-1009 Twitter
Are there any Honda Accords with a VTC problem?
Honda Vehicles Affected by the “Engine Rattles at Cold Start-Up” VTC Actuator Problem 2008-2012 Honda Accords (ALL) 2007-2014 CR-V’s (Check year and VIN number. Initial TSB 09-010 listed all 2007-2012 CR-V’sas affected. TSB 06-012 lists 2013-2014 CR-V’sas being affected. 2012-2015 Crosstours(See this postfor more information)
Can a bad VTC actuator cause an engine failure?
With the timing chain tensioner no longer keeping the chain at constant tension a skipped or broken chain is just a question of time. This is mechanical fact, whether the interwebs have beaten it to death or not.