2007 Optima 2.4 Oil Control Valve Location?

[SoloRT]

I was needing to inspect, clean, test, and possibly replace oil control valve, and was hoping that someone would post a pic or tell me the location of it please. I found a test online that I was going to use. Thanks so much for any assistance!

[GregsKia]

1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect OCV connector.
3. Measure resistance between OCV terminals 1 and 2.

4. Check that the resistance is within the specification.

Coil Resistance (Ω) 6.7 ~ 7.7Ω at 20°C (68°F)



It is held on by one bolt. MAKE SURE you do NOT drop the bolt.

[SoloRT]

Originally Posted by GregsKia

1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect OCV connector.
3. Measure resistance between OCV terminals 1 and 2.

4. Check that the resistance is within the specification.

Coil Resistance (Ω) 6.7 ~ 7.7Ω at 20°C (68°F)



It is held on by one bolt. MAKE SURE you do NOT drop the bolt.

EXACTLY what I need! Thx.

I was going to follow this TSB bulletin...

ENG 046 CVVT OCV Inspection

[avgwarhawk]

What does this valve do?

[GregsKia]

Well, this is the best description I can come up with. Hope it suffices.

Originally Posted by Kia Tech Info

The CVVT controller regulates the intake camshaft angle using oil pressure through the OCV(Oil Control Valve). As result, the relative position between the camshaft and the crankshaft becomes optimal, and the engine torque improves, fuel economy improves, exhaust emissions decrease by changing the valve open/close timing of the intake camshaft.