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CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT valve 1 -N205-, CHECKING

General Description 

The camshaft's task is to operate the valve s at the right time and in the right order to control the charge cycle. Camshaft adjustment using the Camshaft Adjustment valve 1 -N205- varies the opening time s of the valve s to suit all operating conditions. This ensures ideal charge cycles within a wide range of engine speed s and loads. Fuel consumption and pollutant emissions are reduced, torque and smoothness increased. In engines with a double overhead camshaft the size and positioning of the valve opening overlap can be influenced, enhancing characteristics in full-load and part-load operation. In continuous camshaft adjustment, the adjustment is infinitely variable within specific parameters.

Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required 

Test Requirements 

Test Procedure 

Step Procedure Result / Action to Take
1
  • PERFORM: Preliminary Check to verify the customers concern. Refer to .
-- Was Complaint verified?
-- YES: -- NO:
  • GATHER more information from customer about the complaint.
  • IGNITION: OFF.
  • DISCONNECT: Camshaft Adjustment valve 1 -N205- harness connector.
  • CHECK: Camshaft Adjustment valve 1 -N205- component connector terminals 1 to 2 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 5 to 20 Ω (+/- 3 Ω at approx. 20° C).
-- Was Value obtained?
-- YES: -- NO:
  • IGNITION: ON.
  • CHECK: Camshaft Adjustment valve 1 -N205- harness connector terminal 1 to ground for voltage.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: Battery voltage.
  • IGNITION: OFF.
-- Was Value obtained?
-- YES: -- NO:
  • PERFORM: Visual Inspection of wiring and component.
  • CHECK: Wiring for open, high resistance, short or harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
  • REPAIR: Faulty wiring or connector.
  • GO TO: Step 5 Camshaft Adjustment valve 1 -N205-, CHECKING - 5 .
  • REMOVE: Engine Control Module - J623-. Refer to appropriate service information.
  • CHECK: Camshaft Adjustment valve 1 -N205- harness connector terminal 2 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T105 / 105 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 0.5 Ω (± 0.3 Ω).
-- Was Value obtained?
-- YES: -- NO:
  • PERFORM: Visual Inspection of wiring and component.
  • CHECK: Wiring for open, high resistance, short or harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
  • REPAIR: Faulty wiring or connector.
  • GO TO: Step 5 Camshaft Adjustment valve 1 -N205-, CHECKING - 5 .
  • Final Procedure 
  • Perform a road test to verify repair.
-- Does the original DTC return?
-- YES:
  • CHECK: Engine Control Module -J623- harness connector for any damaged, pushed-out pins.
  • REPAIR: As necessary.
  • If all electrical connections are OK:
  • REPLACE: Engine Control Module -J623-. Refer to appropriate service information.
  • Clear the DTC's. Refer to .
  • Repair is complete. Generate Readiness Code. Refer to .
  • Return vehicle to Customer.
-- NO:
  • Perform the diagnostic procedure for any DTC's.
  • If no DTC's return the repair is complete.
  • Return vehicle to customer.