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Gates Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - VVS173
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Gates OE Performance Variable Valve Timing Solenoid (VVS173)

Upgrade your engine's efficiency with the Gates OE Performance Variable Valve Timing Solenoid, often called the Oil Control Valve. Designed to meet original equipment specifications, this solenoid ensures a perfect fit and reliable performance, making it an ideal choice for your vehicle.

Key Benefits

  • Restores engine performance for improved fuel economy.
  • Enhances power output and stabilizes idle quality.
  • Reduces harmful emissions for a cleaner environment.

Precision Engineering

This solenoid continuously regulates oil flow, ensuring precise timing for optimal engine performance. Its superior construction features high-quality materials that promise durability and a long service life.

Easy Installation

The Gates VVS173 is a direct replacement part, which means you can expect an exact fit and straightforward installation process. No need for modifications or adjustments—just swap it out and get back on the road!

Specifications

  • Terminal Quantity: 2
  • Terminal Type: Pin
  • Terminal Gender: Male
  • Connector Quantity: 1
  • Connector Gender: Female
  • Contents: Solenoid
  • Activation Style: Electromagnetic
  • Voltage (VAC): 12
  • Gasket/Seal Included: Yes
  • Overall Height: 1.185 in (30.1 mm)
  • Overall Length: 4.646 in (118 mm)
  • Overall Width: 1.185 in (30.1 mm)
  • Shaft Diameter: 0.701 in (17.8 mm)
  • Mounting Bolt Included: No

Fitment

The VVS173 is compatible with a range of vehicles, making it a versatile choice for anyone looking to maintain or enhance their engine's performance.

Choose the Gates OE Performance Variable Valve Timing Solenoid for a reliable, high-quality solution that keeps your engine running smoothly and efficiently.

Other Part Numbers:
Gates #GATES-VVS173

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Who is Gates?

Gates is a manufacturing company that specializes in creating application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. Their aim is to push the boundaries and engineer products that would meet their customer’s expectations. Today, they are one of the leading brands in their industry segment and have been trusted by millions of users worldwide.

Search for Perfection

The company has continuously invested itself in its research and development to create products that surpass industry standards. By using real-world experiences, they are able to create innovative products that are superior compared to their competitors.

World-Renowned Brand

Gates has expanded itself by offering more products from its catalogs. They are best known for their engine belts that are designed to fit most vehicles available in the market. Due to their product’s high quality, it has become the brand of choice of professional mechanics and tuners around the globe. They have facilities located at over 120 locations in 30 different countries enabling them to accommodate the increasing demands of their clients.

Purchase Gates Products at Vivid Racing

If you want quality parts for your vehicle, then Gates is the right brand for you. With over 100 years in the business, they are able to establish a reputation as a leading manufacturer with a strong sense of personal responsibility and are fully dedicated to providing its customers with the best product. To know more about Gates, visit Vivid Racing and check out their list of products that fit your specific requirement.

 




Limited Warranty

Goods are warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship for the life of the Goods (or the published recommended replacement interval specified by Gates). Gates will replace or repair, at its option, any Goods proved defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period. This is the sole remedy for breach of warranty. Color fade and color difference is not warranted. This warranty is void if the defect is caused by improper installation, use or maintenance of the Goods, or used for racing or competition. Goods are not warranted to comply with laws that may apply to uses of the Goods not stated in related materials, e.g., use in manned or unmanned aviation or life support applications. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. FAILURE TO REPLACE TIMING BELTS OR OTHER GATES PRODUCTS AS SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN CATASTROPHIC ENGINE OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, FOR WHICH GATES DISCLAIMS ALL RESPONSIBILITY, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, and some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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