Geely Emgrand X7. Manual part — 231

2.12.8.5 Replacement of VVT Solenoid Valve and Filter Cleaning

Dismantle the VVT solenoid valve.

Warning: Refer to "Warning on Battery Disconnection" in "Warning and Precautions".

1. Disconnect the battery negative

electrode cable. Refer to 2.11.8.1
Battery Disconnection.

2. Refer to 2.6.8.1 "Replacement of

Engine Shied" to dismantle the
engine shied.

3. Disconnect VVT solenoid valve

wiring harness connector.

4. Dismantle fixing bolts of VVT

solenoid valve and dismantle the
VVT solenoid valve.

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Install the VVT solenoid valve.

Important precaution: after replacing
by new VVT electromagnetic value,
the procedure of "clean and check
the electromagnetic valve filter
screen" must be implemented!
Otherwise, cause damage to the
electromagnetic valve.

1. Make sure the new VVT solenoid

valve seals are intact. Apply a
small amount of engine
lubrication oil on the seal.

2. Install the VVT solenoid valve

and fasten the fixing bolts.

Torque: 8Nm (Metric) 6 lb-ft (English
system).

3. Connect the VVT solenoid valve

wiring harness connector.

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2.12.8.6 VVT Solenoid Valve Cleaning

Precautions:

A. Inoperative near at high temperatures or near a fire to avoid cleaning agents being ignited

or exploded.

B. The length of wire should be more than 3m. It is recommended to install the wire relay.

C. During the cleaning process, do not scratch the O- ring, scratch or knock the surface of

the valve or drop the valve..

D. After repair, reinstall the valve VVT and tightening the bolt to 10Nm.

E. Replace

repeatedly

cleanedVVTvalve.

1. For disconnection of negative

cable of battery, refer to "2.11.8.1
disconnection process of battery
negative cable".

2. Refer to 2.12.8.4 "Replacement of

VVT Solenoid Valve and Filter
Cleaning" to dismantle the VVT
Solenoid Valve.

3. Clean the VVT solenoid valve

hole, return hole, the chamber.

Note: During the cleaning process,
keep the VVT solenoid valve and
wiring harness connector upright,
otherwise the cleaning agent will easily
enter the VVT solenoid valve and cause
internal damage.

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4. Use an air gun to clean the VVT

valve hole and oil chamber. Clean
up the cleaning agent residue.

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5. Switch on and off the VVT

solenoid valve. Clean the valve
with an air gun and repeat 23
times.

Note: Each time switch the valve on no
longer than 2 seconds, otherwise the
VVT solenoid valve may be damaged.

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2.12.8.7 Replacement of Clutch Slave Cylinder

Dismantlement Procedure

1. Disconnect the battery negative

electrode cable. Refer to 2.11.8.1
Battery Disconnection.

2. Refer to "Replacement of

Instrument Panel" to dismantle
the instrument panel.

Note: Please use a special tool for
body repair when disassembling the
trim panel, otherwise, the edge of the
interior trim will easily be scratched.

3. Disconnect clutch switch wiring

harness connection.

4. Dismantle the clutch switch.

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Installation Procedure:

1. Install the clutch switch.

2. Connect all clutch switch harness

connection.

3. Install the instrument panel.

4. Connect battery negative cable.

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