Honda S2000 VTEC Solenoid Upper Replacement

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Honda S2000 VTEC Solenoid Upper Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

Time Required

5 - 30 minutes

Introduction

If your check engine light is on and your car has gone into limp mode, you may need to change your VTEC solenoid. The VTEC solenoid controls the flow of oil to the internal galleries of the overhead camshaft.

This guide will help you change a S2000s VTEC solenoid upper with ease.

Tools

Parts

Step 1

Locate the VTEC solenoid on the front left of the engine.

Step 2

Locate and remove the 3 bolts. Set them aside.
Do not drop the cable that is attached by a bolt.

Step 3

Pull the plug upwards and off of metal cable holder. Disconnect the two cables.

Step 4

Remove the metal cable holder and set it to the side.
Pull off the upper VTEC solenoid.

Step 5

Grab a new replacement upper solenoid.
Place the gasket (new or used if still good) into its slot.
A gasket is a flexible material that is used to make a seal between two connections. This prevents leaks between the two surfaces.
Spread a small amount of oil along the gasket.

Step 6

Place the replacement upper solenoid back onto the solenoid.

Step 7

Grab a metal cable holder and place one of the bolts into it.
Hand tighten all three bolts.
Ensure the metal cable holder is straight.

Step 8

Tighten all 3 bolts with a ratchet carefully. Do not overtighten as you can strip the bolts.
Plug the cable back in, and attach it to the metal holder.