What does VTC stand for Honda?
Variable Timing Control™
The DOHC i-VTEC system enhances the effect of VTEC® by adding Variable Timing Control™ (VTC™). VTC is a hydraulically operated system that controls the timing of the chain-driven intake camshaft, advancing or retarding it during the intake cycle. Civic engines add exhaust-camshaft VTC for even greater precision.
Is there a fix for Honda VTC actuator?
There is a Honda Service Bulletin that details the repair, and a link has been posted below to the most current version at the time I posted this, which is March 17, 2016. This is a link to the seller’s eBay store so you can contact them.
What’s the problem with my Honda CRV acutator?
So recently I posted a thread explaining in detail my own trip down VTC Actuator Lane. It can be viewed here: http://www.crvownersclub.com/forums…38106-vtc-actuator-problem-new-territory.html Since that time, I’ve had my CR-V back to the dealership twice. This last voyage kept my CR-V at the dealership for about a week and a half.
Why does my Honda CRV make a grinding noise?
My 2014 CR-V is now making the grinding noise on (most) startups. It’s HOT here in NorCal, so “cold start” is a misnomer, but it’s been doing it for about a month now. It stopped doing it about 4 days ago.
Why does my Honda VTC grind at start up?
The rattle/grind is caused by the locking pin inside the actuator being in the wrong position at start-up which causes the actuator (attached to the end of the camshaft) to drag until the pin can get itself into the proper position.
Why does my Honda CRV Rattle at start up?
At cold start-up, the engine rattles loudly for about two seconds. The possible cause could be the variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator is defective. Replace the VTC actuator.
Why is my VTC actuator making a noise?
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. If your VTC actuator is making noise, get it repaired period.
What kind of noise does a Honda CRV make?
I have a 2012 Honda CRV with the 2.4 L engine. Roughly 86,000 miles. Has that famous VTC actuator grind noise after cold start up. It sounds awful for a second. I have talked to a couple of mechanics/service advisors.
Why does my Honda VTC make a grinding noise?
Has that famous VTC actuator grind noise after cold start up. It sounds awful for a second. I have talked to a couple of mechanics/service advisors. Some say this is an annoyance but is not doing any harm. The Honda dealer will not replace the actuator because they insist that once it is replaced the issue often continues to re-occur.