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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: Paul M on 27 August 2006, 16:13:22

Title: Testing rear multi-ram
Post by: Paul M on 27 August 2006, 16:13:22

Mark thinks my rear multiram isn't working properly as I describe the car as being gutless below 4500 RPM. I'm not sure, because I'm comparing with a 4.4 V8 in my BMW that pulls well from 800 RPM! However I'd still expect the Omega to be better than it is, being a 3.0. My dad's 330Ci feels loads better in normal town driving - not sure whether this is a VANOS engine.

So how do I test it? Seem to remember some thing where you start the engine, open the bonnet and quickly open the throttle while watching the front & rear flaps move under different conditions of throttle + RPM.

Title: Re: Testing rear multi-ram
Post by: TheBoy on 27 August 2006, 20:35:39

They ar eboth under ecu control. So assuming ecu isn't buggered (or its wiring, but that would bring on EML), test the vacuum and actuator.

Firstly, move actuator by hand - should more easily, and full stroke is about 1"

Secondly, unplug the vacuum hose on vacuum side of solenoid (bit the electrical connector plugs in) - should get a good hiss as vacuum sucks in last for about 1s.

Suck on the vacuum hose goingto actuator the other side of solenoid (short U shaped bit of hose) - actuator should move full stroke.

Title: Re: Testing rear multi-ram
Post by: RonaldMcBurger on 27 August 2006, 21:45:28

If the throttle is cable operated (as oposed to fly by wire) look at the multiram as you blip the throttle full open. It should move.

Title: Re: Testing rear multi-ram
Post by: TheBoy on 27 August 2006, 22:15:38

Or plug in Tech2 and use the 'Actuate multiram valves' feature....

Title: Re: Testing rear multi-ram
Post by: Paul M on 28 August 2006, 12:32:49

OK cheers guys, I'll give it a go when the rain goes off!