How Variable Valve Timing Works
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Here's how variable valve timing works on your car's engine. In this video a variable timing gear, actuator and engine head is taken apart to demonstrate how the system works.
The variable valve timing, or VVT, allows for a phase shift in the timing of the valve opening and closing. It does this by offsetting the camshaft at a relative angle to the timing chain.
The VVT gear is a fixed gear when there is no timing advance or retard. However when the computer sees it necessary to change the timing, the gear fills with engine oil.
Passages inside the engine head allow oil to flow from the pump to the variable valve timing solenoid. The ECU controls this solenoid to allow oil to enter the VVT gear. The gear will unlock its fixed pin and then become two independently rotating pieces. The pockets inside the gear fill up with oil causing an angular offset between the input (chain) and output (camshaft).
The system is controlled by the ECU using the cam position sensor for closed loop control. The angle of the offset is infinitely variable between zero and 15 degrees or so.
Please note, VVT is different from VTEC or VVT-L. Those systems use a separate cam profile that varies the lift amount, duration and phase. However since the cam profile is fixed, it is not infinitely variable like VVT is.
Varying the timing of the valve's opening and closing will result in cleaner combustion, generating either more power, or less harmful emissions.
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I don't know what's more genius... the design of variable valve timing or your videos explaining how It works !
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+Tripp M I'm the genius here.
@user-pd7sl1lw2h
5 жыл бұрын
@@speedkar99 yes. Sir. U r the best.I really like to watch your video so much and also I am watching the other video from u.This is a good chanal to me. Thank you again.
@garittlajoie8841
4 жыл бұрын
Well said
@hugostiglitz1109
2 жыл бұрын
You ran out of your brother's underwear?
@pmxquality
2 жыл бұрын
Agreed! This video is the perfect explanation as to how the system works.
One of the best videos I've seen. 100% clear and thorough information. This guy speaks like a true Genius! Great job!
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback
Hands down one of the best "How it works" videos I've seen.
the amount of info in this video....... is priceless, i have to say, this is such a comprehensive coverage of the subject...... maybe some people wont get it all on the first shot, but as you go on, i can see them rewatching it and getting it. great vid man!
Brilliant explanation of all aspects, especially the feedback loop via the camshaft position sensor. Like your enthusiasm too!
This whole system is dependent on oil flowing though these small passages. Change your oil regularly.
@narlycharley
5 жыл бұрын
And use a high quality oil and filter. Fram Ultra filters and Pennzoil Ultra for me. $25 for five quart jug on Walmart's website and filters on eBay that come to about $5 each. Change your oil every 5-7K miles and you're good to go!
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Agreed, oil is very important even more so for newer engines with tighter tolerances and thinner oils
@mikejones-vw6hq
5 жыл бұрын
Good advice, I would also recommend checking your oil between changes. Late model engines especially the 4 cylinder GM's consume a ridiculous amount of oil (1qt/3000 miles) at that rate if you push oil changes farther out you can easily be 2 or more qts low. See cars at our shop every day running like crap with no oil on the stick.
@COMMANDER-ONE
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I Understand everything you described!
@maxforever26
4 жыл бұрын
mike jones Very much agree. Having that issue now with my 2013 Highlander.
Perfect explanation of the VVT. Seems like every car after 09 has a Variable timing system.. Thank you!!!!
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
Yep, it's the way of the future
Shows how much effort you put in making these videos such a great way of explaining things ..wow ..nice work man..
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I appreciate your kindness, yes there is alot of research and effort that goes into making quality content
Great video, have been struggling to understand how the oil flowed to the gear but you've explained it perfectly. Cheers!
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
Best explanation I've seen so far thanks for posting. Can't emphasize enough the need for oil changes and monitoring your oil level.
@speedkar99
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed
Your teaching fast and engaging and touching every detail. There is a huge difference between this video and that of others who thought the same topic.That multimeter idea is very scientific.
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+Anaele Raphael I'm glad you like my teaching style, che k out my other videos for more.
This is the best and most in-depth vedio I've ever seen on how variable timing works. I love your vedios, keep up the great work!
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you
I love how u dnt waste time.. U get straight to the point and cover everything
More than 4 years have passed... Very well explained, so clear. Thank you very much!
This is the best explanation I have ever come across for variable valve timing.
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome
Now I know how useful the toothbrush is in learning this :)
Best explanation on this topic on the internet. Couldn't ask for more.
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback!
You explained this so well! Thank you so much, I understand the function of the VVT and the auxiliary components a lot better now. I wish you could branch out into tattoo machines too, because the way you explain things is awesome and thorough.
That was well explained you're the first person to explain it with so much clarity
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Clear and to the point is my objective
Outstanding sir!! Talk about bang for your buck!! That was likely in the top 10 of the best 8 1/2 min I've spent in my life!! Thank you
Great video! Thank you for doing it! I'm working on my car now and this helps me determine what's needed.
You are a great teacher. This video is awesome, like virtual textbook being taught in a Classroom. Well worth it and I will watch this many times.
@speedkar99
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
amazing explanation! i read and read about vvti and it was only this video that made it clear for me! thank you!
You have demystified the vvt technology. Thank you very much. Nigeria.
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+Anaele Raphael your welcome. It's pretty simple
Dude... Such a great, thorough, easy to understand explanation.
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
The engineering of modern internal combustion engines never ceases to amaze me. It has to do so many mechanically complex things with 100% reliability for years or decades and still be manufactured at an acceptable price point.
Your videos are addictive!!! Can’t thank You enough ❤️
Best explanation I've seen so far on VVT. Thank you!!
@speedkar99
2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome
Very elegant and precise presentation! A closed loop system with the cam position sensor as feedback mechanism to computer for vvt oil pressure control.
Props Speedkar99. You make easy to understand, easy to watch videos. Respect ! 1. Your toothbrush... Can I borrow it ? ;-) 2. Your gloves grew fingertips! Woah !
Just a point of clarification: advancing a camshaft increases low-end power, retarding a camshaft increases top-end power. As little as 4 degrees can make a big difference in the effective rpm range.
@speedkar99
4 жыл бұрын
Good to know. Thanks
Finally a video explaining well how vvt works. thank you great video and pretty well explained :)
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
Good one. Simple to understand. Perfectly explained. Thanks a lot.
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+Natarajan Ganesan your welcome!!
VERY VERY detailed and easy to understand explanation. im NOT an Engineer nor a Mechanic but im beginning to understand how it works.
literally first video on this that made sense ty.
An informative film, I'm subscribed. Keep up the great work!
Waited so long for this. Nice video. New toothbrush??
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+Yathu prem thanks, I knew you were waiting :) Yes fresh toothbrush from my brother
@Yathuprem
6 жыл бұрын
speedkar99 VTEC is a lot different??
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+Yathu prem yes Very different, the cam shafts actually have different cam lobes on them and it changes profile. See Engineering Explained's video on VTEC vs VVT
@syedusamamanzoor1838
5 жыл бұрын
you have a very generous brother... haven't you? :P
@maclanphere5674
5 жыл бұрын
mid-video, like a wardrobe change
thanks a bunch, valve timing has been kicking my ass in school
Very well explained even the newbies understand clearily!
Great! Concise explanation. No jungle beat music. Thanks.
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I try to keep things short and to the point
Pretty cool stuff. Thanks for the explanation on this and every other video!!
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+Hugh Jafro Awesome
Wow this video is brilliant. I learned so much in 8 1/2 minutes.
I agree with those who say this is a great video. Well articulated. Also he talks fast ..but not too fast. I learned. Thank you
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
You are welcome
Amazing! I've very impressed with both your presentation and Honda's ingenuity! Thanks!!
@speedkar99
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks but this wasn't Honda
@blainemiller8533
2 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing toyota, 1.8
Best explanation presented with great authority. 😊
Dude every time I'm clicking through videos on YT, seeing that toothbrush just kills me XD. You got me. Subbed.
best explanation i have found so far. thanks!
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
You are welcome
Awesome video by the way. Hadn't seen anyone explain how the phaser relates to the VVT and overall engine timing mechanism.
Man.... This guy really knows how to make informative Videos. I'm hooked to this channel. Keep it up.. !!! Ohh.. And the toothbrush as a pointer is really Original, lol
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm glad you love my videos, please share and make suggestions for new ones.
Wow! Wish I could be that great in explaining.....anything. Great job!
...and that was a couple of gran worth online course compressed into an 8 minutes free video.... brilliant
@speedkar99
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you appreciate my work
Wow. So fast and informative! Thanks!
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Boy how did you learn all this stuff? You are incredible!
@speedkar99
4 жыл бұрын
I research it online then titivate with the engine to make sense of it all
Excellent explained . Many Thanks
Awsome explanation. Great video.
AWESOME EXPLANATION THANK YOU
It's 2022, but you just gained a new subscriber. Great videos 👍
@speedkar99
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subscribing
very well explained, only had to watch it once. Nice job
Excellent instruction on a very complex system.
Thanks for the class.
You would be an amazing teacher! Amazing video, great explanation!
Thank you for brushing that subject.
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
"brushing" 😏
awesome video!! this guy should be a car engine designer or something like that !!!
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+dayalan pillay I actually just applied to Toyota Canada yesterday. Let's see what happens
Best explanation I've seen. Great job!
@speedkar99
3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome
best explainaition video so far . thanks man
Great info on vvti and realistic explanations !!
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+Tom OConnor thanks for your feedback!
Excellent video. Just the info I was looking for to start in on a timing issue.
As always another Great explanation and very well spoken,
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
Thanks a lot, video totally explained all my questions!
@speedkar99
4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
finally some clear explanation. Thanks!
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Your welcome
AAA+++!!! I have seen a few of these, and could no get my head around it, (pardon the expression) and now I understand it perfectly!
Brilliant Explanations.
you have a really good vocabulary
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
Hmm no one has told me that before. Thanks
@andrewchristiansen8311
3 жыл бұрын
I mean, he did say nitrous oxide when he meant carbon monoxide. But he is way better than Biden hahahaha
Fabulous explanation
Your explanation is excellent... thank you
@speedkar99
2 жыл бұрын
Welcome
Thanks, fantastic video!
awesome. that was a perfect explanation. you solved my problem in my vehicle. thanks....
@speedkar99
4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
This was 6 years ago..How did i miss these videos?? Shit man...
@speedkar99
5 ай бұрын
I got lots of videos like this, check them out!
Great as always thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Thanks for the video!
Great explanation! Thank you so much
Thanks! Great visual aids.
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
It sure helps to see actual parts
Great video!! Just subscribed 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻... Tks for sharing
This was a very detailed video
@speedkar99
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
Very clean info! Thanx Man!
Thanx for your explanation about cars.
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+hussuan mko glad you enjoy my series!
Amazing knowledge
absolutely awesome video as usual.
@speedkar99
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
A true engineering marvel.
Great video!
You make it so simple. Cheers :)
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
This part is simple. When you get to how the VVT affects the engine efficiency that's something to wrap your mind around.
great explanation, i think my old rotax engine in my ski-doo snowmobile had a variant of that theory and i know it worked quite well greatly increasing power especially low end torque , thanks
@speedkar99
5 жыл бұрын
You are welcome
Excellent video!!!!!!!!!
@speedkar99
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome thanks!!
I just need to add one thing that's incorrect...Great video btw. At 6:13 in regards to the oil pressure, the oil control valve inside the oil pump is what regulates the oil pressure, at the bottom of that oil pump is housed a plunger and a spring, where that bolt is. that spring relieve itself at a specified pressure, that basically keeps the pressure in check for the entire engine
Excellent 👌 Wonderful explanation
@speedkar99
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ibrahim
Very informative! Thank you
Love these videos! You rock!
Excellent tutorial! Thank you so much! Subscribed!
@speedkar99
6 жыл бұрын
+Marek Boda Your welcome!
@marekboda1950
6 жыл бұрын
speedkar99 I still have a problem Sir and I am seeking help for my Toyota Corolla 1.4 E12 2002 205.000 km: MY CAR SEEMS TO BE MISSING +/- 20 HP AND DRIVES LIKE WITH A TRAILER ATTACHED. No error codes + emissions test OK, oil selenoid valve works and its tiny oil filter is clean. New spark plugs, new oil + filter + air filter, all filters and liquids replaced regularly each 15.000 km. The car starts fine and drives smooth but thr acceleration is poor. Any ideas? Thank you
Thanks for making this I have a 2.4l Toyota AZ motor so I wanted to know how it worked. I get the concept just not the execution. Thats crazy they use a solenoid to used a oil filled "clutch" to adjust the timing to multiple positions.