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WTB: Variocam Actuator & Solenoid

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YOUR RESEARCHWTB: Variocam Actuator & Solenoid

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Use actuator

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I will sell the new part I have or you can have the old used actuator.

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Replace actuator and solenoid

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Since I have to go under the cam cover a third time in three months, I am going to replace the actuator and solenoid.

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Leading evidence: 'Use actuator' (no explicit attributable resolution; this is a reported action or suggestion). Across 1 matching discussions, The most frequently discussed action is 'Replace actuator and solenoid' (1 discussions). For that action, 0 discussions report a resolution and 0 report an unsuccessful attempt. No action has an explicit, attributable resolution report under the current rules. These are forum reports and suggestions, not a confirmed diagnosis.

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Replace actuator and solenoid

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Suggestion · Original poster

Since I have to go under the cam cover a third time in three months, I am going to replace the actuator and solenoid.

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WTB: Variocam Actuator & Solenoid

Set p1531 code (bad bank 1 actuator and/or solenoid)

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Suggestion · Original poster

After extensive work on my engine and removing it a second time the DME is still setting a P1531 code (bad bank 1 actuator and/or solenoid).

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Use )

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Suggestion · Original poster

I am still looking for an actuator (chain tensioner), if you might have a spare (new or used).

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Use variocam actuator and/or solenoid you would like

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Suggestion · Original poster

If you have a new or used variocam actuator and/or solenoid you would like to part with, let me know.

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Replace actuator and solenoid

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Suggestion · Original poster

Since I have to go under the cam cover a third time in three months, I am going to replace the actuator and solenoid.

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WTB: Variocam Actuator & Solenoid

Set p1531 code (bad bank 1 actuator and/or solenoid)

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Suggestion · Original poster

After extensive work on my engine and removing it a second time the DME is still setting a P1531 code (bad bank 1 actuator and/or solenoid).

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WTB: Variocam Actuator & Solenoid

Use )

No successful repair reported for this finding.

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0 original-poster resolution reports. Counts can overlap; they are not unique people or a success rate.

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Suggestion · Original poster

I am still looking for an actuator (chain tensioner), if you might have a spare (new or used).

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WTB: Variocam Actuator & Solenoid

Use actuator

No successful repair reported for this finding.

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Performed · outcome unconfirmed

I will sell the new part I have or you can have the old used actuator.

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WTB: Variocam Actuator & Solenoid

Use variocam actuator and/or solenoid you would like

No successful repair reported for this finding.

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Suggestion · Original poster

If you have a new or used variocam actuator and/or solenoid you would like to part with, let me know.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

After extensive work on my engine and removing it a second time the DME is still setting a P1531 code (bad bank 1 actuator and/or solenoid). I am thinking the used solenoid I put in is marginal (even though it ohms out fine) OR perhaps the actuator is bad too. I tried swapping cam sensors and the problem still exists. Wiring tests out good. Since I have to go under the cam cover a third time in three months, I am going to replace the actuator and solenoid. If you have a new or used variocam actuator and/or solenoid you would like to part with, let me know. Preferably if the actuator is used it would be in known good working condition. From either 996 Carrera 2/4 (1999-01) <or> Boxster/Boxster S (1997-???) P/N 99610505158 1-3 Actuator/Chain tensioner (large metal piece shown below) P/N 99660590100 1-3 Solenoid (cylindrical thing with the wire hanging out of it)

POST 2 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Update: I've purchased a brand new solenoid - the thing with the wire hanging out of it. I am still looking for an actuator (chain tensioner), if you might have a spare (new or used). 99610505158 (or 99610505155 or 99610505156 or 99610505157). Please PM me if you've got one for sale. Thanks

POST 3Original post

Logray - Was out of town so did not see your posts in time. Just sent you an email. I will sell the new part I have or you can have the old used actuator.

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