Where can I find my Honda Accord VTC actuator?

Where can I find my Honda Accord VTC actuator?

Within 2 secondsof typing “vtc actuator” the search engine automatically populated the search field with “2008 Honda Accord”.   I had a sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach.   I went to YouTube, and clicked on one of the videos.

What kind of problem does my Honda Accord have?

2008 Honda Accord | VTC Actuator Problem TSB 09-010 If “Engine Rattles at Cold Startup” sounds like your Honda Accord, Crossfire, or CR-V, you probably have a VTC Actuator problem. Find a low or no cost fix. If “Engine Rattles at Cold Startup” sounds like your Honda Accord, Crossfire, or CR-V, you probably have a VTC Actuator problem.

What happens if a VTC valve fails on a Honda Accord?

The result of VTC actuator complete mechanical failure is catastrophic. The valves from the intake of either cylinder 2 & 3 or 1 & 4 WILL result in a tensioner to fail and a fantastic collision of the valve with the piston.

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.

  Within 2 secondsof typing “vtc actuator” the search engine automatically populated the search field with “2008 Honda Accord”.   I had a sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach.   I went to YouTube, and clicked on one of the videos.

The result of VTC actuator complete mechanical failure is catastrophic. The valves from the intake of either cylinder 2 & 3 or 1 & 4 WILL result in a tensioner to fail and a fantastic collision of the valve with the piston.

2008 Honda Accord | VTC Actuator Problem TSB 09-010 If “Engine Rattles at Cold Startup” sounds like your Honda Accord, Crossfire, or CR-V, you probably have a VTC Actuator problem. Find a low or no cost fix. If “Engine Rattles at Cold Startup” sounds like your Honda Accord, Crossfire, or CR-V, you probably have a VTC Actuator problem.

Why does my Honda Accord rattle when I start it up?

The possible cause could be the variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator is defective. Replace the VTC actuator. This procedure does not require the complete removal of the cam chain and associated parts, so repair time is shorter. At cold start-up, the engine rattles loudly for about two seconds.

What happens if you have a VTC actuator problem?

He told me it sounded like the VTC actuator, and I should not continue to drive the car if this was the case as it can cause catastrophic engine failure. The result of VTC actuator complete mechanical failure is catastrophic.

He told me it sounded like the VTC actuator, and I should not continue to drive the car if this was the case as it can cause catastrophic engine failure. The result of VTC actuator complete mechanical failure is catastrophic.

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