the solenoid is fine. i've checked it and checked it again to be sure. the screen looks brand new and it is in perfect running condition. and the CEL comes on when i turn the key is turned to on. everything on the car is fine except the VTEC doesn't work. nothing else points to some other conlcusion like low oil or a weird idle. the car seems to run fine but VTEC just won't engage. still can't figure out why