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Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Replacement Service

How much does a Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Oldsmobile Delta 88 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Replacement is $283 with $115 for parts and $168 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1991 Oldsmobile Delta 88V6-3.8LService typeVariable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid ReplacementEstimate$643.14Shop/Dealer Price$761.75 - $1107.84
1990 Oldsmobile Delta 88V6-3.8LService typeVariable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid ReplacementEstimate$632.33Shop/Dealer Price$748.81 - $1093.32
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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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Aaron

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Aaron
16 years of experience
Oldsmobile Delta 88 V8-5.0L - Valve Cover Gasket - Albuquerque, New Mexico
Aaron is a chill guy! He showed up on time (literally, to the minute), came prepared, and knew exactly what to do. He finished the job in about an hour and a half, and he told me some other tiny issues that I may need to consider having done in the future. I feel like he didn't BS me like a lot of other mechanics do, and I believe I finally have a decent mechanic here in this city. It's nice having someone who is familiar working on older model cars, and isn't out to just get money. When he was finished, we chatted about cars & music for a bit, and he was off. Good guy, good mechanic!

Daniel

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Daniel
10 years of experience
Oldsmobile Delta 88 V8-5.7L - Starter - Henderson, Nevada
DANIEL IS ABSOULUTELY THE BEST PROFESSIONAL AND RESPECTFUL . COURTEOUS INDIVIDUAL THAT I HAVE MET !!!! HIS DEMEANOR IS UNHEARD OF REGARDING AUTO MECHANICS THAT I HAVE EVER DEALT WITH . THEY USUALLY HAVE NASTY , SHITTY , CONDENCENDING ATTITUDES , AND ARE GENERALLY SCUMBAG ASSHOLES . HIS WORK ON MY VEHICLE WAS PERFECT AND 100 % SATISFACTORY . I HOPE TO GET DANIEL AGAIN THE NEXT TIME I USE YOUR SERVICE . I ALSO HOPE THAT IF I DO NOT , THE NEXT TIME SOON , THERE IS A PERSON LIKE HIM . HOWEVER , I PLAN ON USING ON ALWAYS USING DANIEL , THROUGH YOUR COMPANY . WHAT A GREAT PERSON !!!!!

Hugh

12 years of experience
159 reviews
Hugh
12 years of experience
Oldsmobile Delta 88 V6-3.8L - Battery - Littleton, Colorado
Conscientious, considerate and knowledgeable. Performed the work well and saved me money from unnecessary things I thought I needed. “Sometimes we get lucky”, he said. Highly recommended.

Kenneth

21 years of experience
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Kenneth
21 years of experience
Oldsmobile Delta 88 V8-5.7L - Battery - Torrance, California
Kenneth was very punctual, professional and helpful. He fixed the problem and helped walk me through his inspection and identify other improvements need. I would definitely recommend him!

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