Honda Odyssey Forum banner
1 - 2 of 13 Posts
Were OEM parts used when the VVT (VTEC / VCM) solenoids were replaced? Do you have any way of knowing if the whole solenoid unit was used or just the upper half? If the lower portion is removed (on the front, and probably on the rear), there is a complicated sequence to reinstall and it requires a valve adjustment at the end...

-Charlie
 
  • Like
Reactions: WiiMaster
I am not sure if they used OEM parts and below are the one they replaced
View attachment 185546
View attachment 185547
The top picture is the top half of the front bank spool vavle and the bottom picture is the rear bank spool valve. The OEM part is not available as shown in the top picture, it comes as a whole assembly (of which you only use the top half, as shown). Aftermarket spool valves (and gaskets) are not guaranteed to work - there have been plenty of reports of failures (leaks and/or function). I have not seen a report of a failed (leaky or non-working) updated OEM front spool valve.

-Charlie
 
1 - 2 of 13 Posts