Kia Carens: Engine Control System / Variable Intake Solenoid (VIS) Valve Description and operation
Variable Intake manifold Solenoid (VIS) valve is installed on the intake manifold.
The VIS valve controls the vacuum modulator which activates a valve in the intake
manifold. The ECM opens or closes this valve according to engine condition (Refer
to below table).

Engine condition
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VIS valve
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Operation
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Medium speed
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Closed
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Increasing engine performance in low engine speed by reducing intake interference
among cylinders
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Low / High speed
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Open
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Minimizing intake resistance by shortening intake manifold length and increasing
area of air entrance
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Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the OCV connector.
3.
Measure resistance betwee ...
Specification
Item
Specification
Coil resistance (Ω)
30.0 ~ 35.0 [20°C(68°F)]
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Other information:
The mode selection button controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle.
If you push the button once, the corresponding switch will turn on, and if you
push the button again, the switch will turn off.
Face-Level (B, D, F*)
Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face. Additionally, ...
Component Location
1. Hood upper latch assembly
2. Hood lower latch assembly
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