The control device of an internal combustion engine

When starting the engine, the relative rotational phase than the intermediate lock phase between the crankshaft and the drive, if coupled to the first rotating body and a second rotating body coupled to the camshaft drive, the relative rotational phase to the intermediate lock phase is when compared with the fuel injection start timing is delayed. As the delay time, e.g., during engine startup in accordance with a valve actuator mechanism for timing the oil temperature when the oil temperature and the engine is stopped last time is determined. As a result, it is possible to ensure the starting of the engine and at the same time, as far as possible in advance of starting of the engine.