How Long Does a Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Last?

One of the biggest concerns that most people have about their car is how it runs and idles. Most car owners fail to realize just how many different components have to work together in order for this type of smooth running to occur. The variable valve timing is one of the main systems that is in charge of the idling and power delivering of the vehicle. The variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid is what helps to change the position of the car’s camshaft when needed. This solenoid operates on oil pressure and is an essential part of getting the performance that you need out of your vehicle. The VVT solenoid will be used each time that you run your vehicle and will help to provide the smooth running experience that you are after.

The VVT solenoid is able to change the amount of oil pressure that gets to the camshaft during times where the car is idling. Lowering this pressure will allow the car to run much better at idle and will prevent the oil pressure in the vehicle from getting too high. The constant use that this solenoid gets can lead to things like clogs in the screen that separates the solenoid from the actual VVT pressure switch. The only time you will have any interaction with this part is when it is broken due to the fact that it will not be inspected during routine maintenance.

When you start to experience issues that are related to the VVT solenoid, you will need to act quickly due to the negative effects that it can have on your engine. If you allow professionals to diagnose and fix the issues with your VVT solenoid, you will not have to worry about making mistakes that will only complicate matters.

When there is an issue with your VVT solenoid, you may start to notice a few of these symptoms.

  • The gas mileage that you get is decreasing rapidly
  • The performance level of your engine is declining
  • The Check Engine Light is on

Taking notice of these warning signs can save you a lot of stress and aggravation. Getting the VVT solenoid on your car replaced will be easy when using the right professionals.


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Ronald

42 years of experience
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Ronald
42 years of experience
Chevrolet Equinox L4-2.4L - Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Houston, Texas
He was great. Explained everything to me and came back to fix it. Was really fast and knowledgeable
Chevrolet Cruze - Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Houston, Texas
Super friendly, on time and didn't try to freak me out like telling me my cars going to need a new engine just to get a sale. He was very candid and polite. I passed his cards to my colleagues

Greg

23 years of experience
624 reviews
Greg
23 years of experience
Chevrolet Equinox L4-2.4L - Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Tempe, Arizona
Greg was prompt and very knowledgeable and polite. Completed the work on time and explained the issues.
Nissan Altima - Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Apache Junction, Arizona
This is appointment #5 with. That should attest to how satisfied I am. He's thorough. experienced and explained the work clearly. Thanks again, Greg.

Jose

14 years of experience
125 reviews
Jose
14 years of experience
Chevrolet Equinox L4-2.4L - Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Spring Valley, California
Could not have asked for better service! We were concerned that we would have to have our car towed to an actual shop but Jose came, found the problem, FOUND THE PART WE NEEDED, drove to the store to pick up the part, and fixed our vehicle within about an hour and a half. He have us our options and the prices never fluctuated from what he told us. Great and transparent service. Would definitely use his services again if needed!

Walter

47 years of experience
416 reviews
Walter
47 years of experience
Chevrolet Equinox L4-2.4L - Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Replacement - Catoosa, Oklahoma
I left my car at my moms to get the work done and my family had nothing but praises for Walter. They said he walked them thru what he was doing and even just talked to them about normal every day things. They liked him so much I booked him the very next day for my oil change.

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