Vacuum Switching Valve Location - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

ttreat · 03-18-2005, 06:38 PM

Has anyone replaced their vsv model 90910-12271 to remedy the check engine light? I bought the part but I don't know where this thing goes. I have a 99 V6 Solara. Please help!!!

camry-4-ever · 03-18-2005, 08:58 PM

have you done a search yet?

There is a write of it on here that will tell you more about it.

ttreat · 03-21-2005, 10:37 AM

I found the part and replaced it this weekend. The pdf of the TSB from alldata really isn't applicable to my car other than verifying the problem and part number. The part is located just above the rear axle beam in the center of the car. The bracket that holds the solenoid valve is nearly impossible to remove. Once I was able to remove the bracket so that I could access the screw that holds the solenoid to the bracket, I stripped the screw and ended up grinding it off with my Dremel. I would recommend not removing the bracket and just grind the head off the screw with a Dremel or small grinder. This would make the job much easier.

97camryman · 03-21-2005, 10:59 AM

I did it. Sucks, bracket is hard to get to. Basically I used a ratchet and 6 inch extension with shallow socket. Problem solved though.