How to Test Variable Timing Control with a Scanner: XTOOL D7 / Test Variable Valve Timing
Video Overview & Insights
I show how to test variable timing control or test variable valve timing with a scanner using the XTOOL D7. Although this active test is done on 2013 - 2017 Honda Accords, the scan tool will also do the test on some other cars. Be sure to check coverage on XTOOL's website. Branded differently by manufacturers e.g., variable camshaft timing VCT on Fords, VVT on Toyota, VTC on Honda, VANOS on BMW, understanding valve timing is a basic requirement to troubleshoot valve timing related issues e.g. misfires, defective variable valve timing solenoid, etc.
Enjoyed making this video! Much to learn about the different valve timing technologies!
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Timestamps:
Clearest and best explanations on YouTube! Well done that man!
0:00 - Intro
0:12 - Why variable valve timing test?
Is it true XTool keeps all features when subscription expires where as Autel or Launch for example only give only basic features.
0:48 - Understanding variable valve timing
1:21 - The Test! XTOOL D7
I have the xtool D 9 it does some stuff but not over happy with cant even get the door code on f150 2004 but it works on my 2010 f150 for door code
2:39 - Result & wrap
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Can this scanner do the timing relearn procedure as well?
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Animation at 1:06 - 1:20 - "Diagram showing the operation of a 4-stroke SI engine" (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internal_combustion_engine#/media/File:4StrokeEngine_Ortho_3D_Small.gif) By Zephyris (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Zephyris). CC BY-SA 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)
Autel scanner is better imo
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Xtool is the worst scanners ever . Dont lose your money..
@marafeecommerce8824nice plesant surprice using xtool for a change and not Autel.
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