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Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2015 Ford F-350 Super Duty$216$41.22$175.18-27%$170.22
2013 Ford Edge$254$78.96$175.18-22%$207.96
2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD$227$51.84$175.18-25%$180.84
2008 BMW 328xi$463$288.28$175.18-11%$417.28
2008 Cadillac STS$240$64.68$175.18-23%$193.68
2009 Porsche 911$482$307.11$175.18-10%$436.11

Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Replacement Service

What is the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid all about?

Variable valve timing (VVT) helps to provide smoother idling, better power delivery for everyday needs, improved fuel economy, and superior emissions control. In order to achieve all of these tasks, your VVT system requires a number of different components including the variable valve timing solenoid. The VVT solenoid is responsible for changing the position of the camshafts in the engine. It works on oil pressure, and can either advance or retard cam position to provide the right performance from the engine. Each camshaft is equipped with a VVT solenoid, which is capable of altering the supply of oil pressure to the camshaft depending on the speed and load of the engine. If the VVT solenoid is not working properly, the Check Engine light will come on and your engine will perform noticeably worse.

Keep in mind:

  • The most common cause for VVT solenoid problems is dirty oil, which clogs the screen that sits between the solenoid and the VVT pressure switch.
  • If the solenoid doesn’t operate, the VVT system will remain disengaged, which can adversely impact engine performance, fuel economy and more.

How it's done:

  • The faulty variable valve timing actuator (VVT) solenoid is located and identified
  • The variable valve timing actuator (VVT) solenoid is removed
  • The new variable valve timing actuator (VVT) solenoid is installed
  • The engine is tested with a scanner for proper variable valve timing actuator (VVT) solenoid operation
  • The vehicle is road tested and checked for proper variable valve timing actuator (VVT) sensor operation

Our recommendation:

Because the solenoid is located at the camshaft (near the VVT switch), it cannot be inspected on a regular basis. The only time it will be inspected is if you are experiencing problems with the VVT system, or the Check Engine light illuminates and the computer provides a camshaft position or VVT system related code. If you do experience variable valve timing issues, have one of our expert mechanics diagnose and repair the issue.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid?

  • Vehicle gets poor fuel economy
  • Engine performance is diminished
  • Check Engine light is on

How important is this service?

If your vehicle is equipped with a variable valve timing system, it needs to operate as designed for proper performance and fuel efficiency. If your vehicle’s VVT solenoid is faulty, have it replaced as soon as possible to regain your lost performance.


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Ronald

42 years of experience
519 reviews
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

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.

Zachary

6 years of experience
34 reviews
Zachary
6 years of experience
GMC Terrain L4-2.4L - Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Homestead, Florida
Great communication, knowledgeable, friendly, very fair pricing. Zachary did a great job fixing my car and getting me back on the road. Would definitely recommend.

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