How to replace a vvt solenoid #p0028 #subaru #repair

This is a how to on replacing a vvt solenoid on a Subaru with a 2.5 liter naturally aspirated motor. This will solve code P0028.

[gabrielclifton]

What a life saver, step by step instructions with an actual video of the work being done. You're the best!

[NM-pliv]

You are a god send, only video I found with replacing just the solenoid and not taking the whole front end off. I was able to take care of my vvt solenoid. I didn’t remove the cam position sensor completely. I took out the bottoms bolt which let me rotate it enough to get the top bolt off . I then was able to pull it out of the way just enough to get to the vvt solenoid bolt. I did need pliers to pull out the solenoid and a two light hits from a soft dead blow to seat the new solenoid. I taped the bolt onto an extension to get the bolt back in as it was such a tight fit, I used a wrench to turn the bolt just enough until I could fit my 1/4 inch 10mm socket and finish tightening it. Then finished the putting the rest of the bolts. I also had to set the idle, all accessories off, key in the on position for 15 seconds, start car and let it run for 10mins, turn off for 20 seconds with key in ignition for 20 seconds, then back to on position for another 15 seconds before starting and letting run for 5 more minutes. That’s the only way I’ve found to reset my idle.

[TeechFinesse]

i have a 2007 Legacy Limited 2.5i Sedan and followed the instructions on this video. you are a lifesaver. the bracket holding the camshaft position sensor is a tough job but l soaked the area between the bracket and engine overnight with WD40 and used a pair of lock pliers to wiggle it out. the only downside is l need a new camshaft position sensor.

[Mark-ksjj]

Perfect as I have P0340 code on the camshaft monitoring sensor and videos on the 2.5 litre SOHC non turbo motors are rare.

[MrVATO]

Thanks for the info brother! Just did this on my daughter’s 2011 Outback. Help a lot!!

[chrisfichtner]

I just replaced both switch and solenoid. This was very helpful. Question is I started it up, codes are gone, but there's a little smoke coming from right below where they are. Any thoughts?

[glennrice]

Terrific vid, thanks. Is the solenoid removal the same on the passenger (Bank #1) side?

[alanarmstrong]

What about cleaning out that area before installing the new solenoid.?

[garliceggs]

I have a '07 Legacy with the same code. I followed your video, but after I removed the two bolts around the cam position sensor, I was not able to remove the collar it sits in and therefore was unable to access the 10mm bolt for the solenoid itself. I saw another video that suggested this part isn't removable without removing a lot more. Is that a difference between the 07 and 08 or is there some trick to prying that collar loose? I tried using a screwdriver and it wouldn't budge.

[lang]

Did it solve the issue ? I’m having the same problem with my Subaru

[alvaromartinez]

Is there a difference in selenoids between bank 1 and bank 2?

[chrisvelasquez]

Mine says bank 2 P0028, is that driver side or passenger side?