Does the VTC Solenoid Valve Have any sort of seal/oring?

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emiliog2276
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Before reinstalling the valve covers i noticed that the VTC solenoid have a broken seal in the area where the valve covers go on top. I thought it was a actual seal made by nissan but i can't find any part number. Does anyone know if there is an actual seal that goes around the VTC solenoid?


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Zwicked
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No, only uses RTV

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emiliog2276
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Should i take it out and re apply RTV or just not mess with is at all? If so any specific type of RTV that i should use. Thanks.

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I assume you are taking the cam covers off? If it hasn't been leaking around the VTC solenoids, then I'd leave well enough alone and just reseal along the top when you reinstall the covers. I like the Permatex Ultra Copper as it's good for high heat and can be used anywhere as it's sensor safe.


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