What can a bad VTC actuator do?

What can a bad VTC actuator do?

What does the VTC Actuator do and do I need to fix it? If an error occurs, the VTC system control is disabled and the valve timing is no longer variable. This should be repaired sooner than later to avoid a potential check engine light, possibly accompanied with rough idle and/or lack of power or stalling.

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 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 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.

When to replace the VTC actuator in a Honda?

Summary: Service bulletin – replace the vtc actuator if the engine rattles loudly for 2 seconds during cold start-up. Parts: The old part # is 14310-R44-A01.

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.

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.

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.

Summary: Service bulletin – replace the vtc actuator if the engine rattles loudly for 2 seconds during cold start-up. Parts: The old part # is 14310-R44-A01.

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