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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓The solenoid coil is the key component of a hydraulic valve. Sometimes, the solenoid valve can be broken due to various reasons. This article will analyze all the possible reasons and how to tackle with them.
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Test the solenoid with a multi-meter, if the resistance is close to zero or infinity, it means that solenoid is either open circuit or broken circuit.
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If open circuit or broken circuit happens, you need to change a new solenoid coil.
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If there is a plug on the solenoid valve, you may need to check the metal spring clip inside the socket.
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If this problem happens, modify the wire connection, repair or replace the plug or socket.
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The valve element can be problematic because of too much water in the compressed air or too many foreign particles in the liquid medium.
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Check the valve element and get rid of all the foreign matters.
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If problem still occurs, replace the full valve element.
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bad wiring. Re-connect the wire.
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Regulate voltage to the normal range.
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weld the solenoid coil again.
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regulate the pressure differences.
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replace the sealing parts of broken valve element
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replace the solenoid valve with a suitable one for medium with a higher temperature.
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clean the foreign matters in the valve element.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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I have a solenoid b on my 2016 Honda odyssey that is stuck open how do I fix it please