2003 Mazda Protege5 - IMRC - Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve Solenoid

[ritterclan4]

I just recently purchased a 2003 Mazda Protege5. I can't locate the Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve Solenoid. I need to replace it, but just need to locate it on the car first, and also on a parts website. Can't seem to find it anywhere. If someone could post a video, picture, or at least a exploded view parts diagram with it pointed out I would be more than appreciative. Also if you know where to find the part that would be even that much more help. I've looked for an hour an a half online now for this. I am going on a vacation soon, and need it asap...since we plan on driving this car. Thank you so much for yalls time!

Red

 

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Search for VICS (Variable Intake Control System)

There are two solenoids on top of the intake. Other forum threads have pix.

You won't 'need' it to go on vacation - it helps improve upper RPM performance but in no way will harm the car not having it

I hope this helped...

 

[ritterclan4]

So just to clarify...you are 100% certain the two solenoids on top of the engine are the Intake Manifold Runner Valve Solenoids. I am not trying to be rude, but I also am not made of money and can't afford to be replacing the wrong parts.

Red

 

[P-Funk!]

There are two similar-looking solenoids. One is for the aforementioned VICS.
The other is for the Variable Tumble Control System (VTCS) which is for cold-start emission only.

http://www.bing.com/images/search?q...295&thid=JN.e//bBmFmHNkI2zjExgmaeg&ajaxhist=0

and
http://www.bing.com/images/search?q...401&thid=JN.jWnKkLm8JXbpsF54fSWAog&ajaxhist=0

Again, just search VICS for images . The color of the connecter is the key

 

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And, once the solenoid is removed - make sure you can rotate the rod by hand (and that the butterflies are not 'stuck').