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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 07:21 AM
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Is it possible to just unplug the vvt-i solenoid and run the car safely? My car is stuttering and bucking and I am wondering if I can unplug this as a way to trouble shoot the problem.
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No idea, but what codes is the car throwing, if any?
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It was for the VVT-I malfunction can't recall the exact code.
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I am just wondering if unhooking the vvt-i solenoid will harm the engine.Does anyone know if it will?
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