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Dorman 916-725 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid
Reliable Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid for Nissan and Infiniti
The Dorman 916-725 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid is designed to maintain optimal engine performance in select Nissan and Infiniti vehicles. This 12-volt electromagnetic solenoid features a durable plastic housing and a single male plug-and-socket connector for straightforward integration.
- 12-volt electromagnetic activation for precise valve timing control
- Single male plug-and-socket electrical connector with two terminals
- Durable plastic housing designed for engine compartment conditions
- Standard replacement grade for reliable performance
- Compatible with multiple Nissan and Infiniti models including Altima, Maxima, Rogue, Q50, and more
Product Details and Specifications
The Dorman 916-725 VVT solenoid operates at 12 volts and uses electromagnetic activation to adjust the timing of the engine's valves, improving fuel efficiency and engine responsiveness. It features a plastic housing that withstands heat and vibration typical in engine environments. The solenoid includes a single male plug-and-socket connector with two terminals, ensuring secure electrical connections. This standard replacement part is engineered to meet OEM specifications for a range of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles, including the Altima, Armada, Frontier, Juke, Kicks, Maxima, Murano, Pathfinder, Q50, Q60, Quest, QX50, QX60, QX80, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, and TITAN XD.
Common Applications and Problem Resolution
- Restores proper variable valve timing function to improve engine performance
- Resolves rough idling or engine hesitation related to faulty VVT solenoids
- Addresses check engine light codes associated with VVT system malfunctions
- Helps reduce engine noise caused by improper valve timing
- Improves fuel economy by ensuring accurate valve timing adjustments
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the Dorman 916-725 VVT solenoid, ensure the engine is cool to avoid burns. Disconnect the battery before removal to prevent electrical shorts. Carefully unplug the existing solenoid connector and remove mounting bolts. Install the new solenoid by securing it firmly and reconnecting the electrical connector. Verify proper fitment with your specific Nissan or Infiniti model before installation.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
This Dorman engine variable valve timing solenoid is manufactured to meet standard replacement quality requirements. It undergoes rigorous testing to ensure reliable operation under normal driving conditions. While specific warranty details are not provided, Dorman parts typically come with a limited warranty covering defects in material and workmanship.
| Brand | Dorman |
| Part Number | 916-725 |
| Voltage | 12 |
| Connector Quantity | 1 |
| Housing Material | Plastic |
| Terminal Quantity | 2 |
| Connector Gender | Male |
| Electrical Connector Terminal Type | Plug and socket |
| Electrical Connector Type | Plug and socket |
| Item Grade | Standard replacement |
| Package Contents | 1 engine variable timing solenoid |
| Plug/Connector Type | Plug and socket |
| Solenoid Activation Type | Electromagnetic |
This part fits 111 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Nissan | Altima | 2.0L | L4 | Right | |
| 2022 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 2022 | Nissan | Frontier | 3.8L | V6 | Right | |
| 2022 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2022 | Nissan | Rogue | 1.5L | L3 | Right | |
| 2021 | Nissan | Altima | 2.0L | L4 | Right | |
| 2021 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 2021 | Nissan | Frontier | 3.8L | V6 | Right | |
| 2021 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2021 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2020 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Left) | |
| 2020 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2020 | INFINITI | Q60 | 3.0L | V6 | Left | |
| 2020 | INFINITI | Q60 | 3.0L | V6 | Right | |
| 2020 | INFINITI | QX50 | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | |
| 2020 | INFINITI | QX80 | 5.6L | V8 | Left | |
| 2020 | INFINITI | QX80 | 5.6L | V8 | Right | |
| 2020 | Nissan | Altima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | |
| 2020 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | Left | |
| 2020 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | Right | |
| 2020 | Nissan | Frontier | 3.8L | V6 | Right | |
| 2020 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2020 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2020 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2020 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2020 | Nissan | Rogue Sport | 2.0L | L4 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2019 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Left) | |
| 2019 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2019 | INFINITI | Q60 | 3.0L | V6 | Left | |
| 2019 | INFINITI | Q60 | 3.0L | V6 | Right | |
| 2019 | INFINITI | QX50 | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | |
| 2019 | INFINITI | QX80 | 5.6L | V8 | Left | |
| 2019 | INFINITI | QX80 | 5.6L | V8 | Right | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Altima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | Left | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | Right | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Kicks | 1.6L | L4 | Exhaust | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Rogue | 2.0L | L4 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Rogue Sport | 2.0L | L4 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2019 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.6L | L4 | Intake | |
| 2018 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Left) | |
| 2018 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2018 | INFINITI | Q60 | 3.0L | V6 | Left | |
| 2018 | INFINITI | Q60 | 3.0L | V6 | Right | |
| 2018 | INFINITI | QX80 | 5.6L | V8 | Left | |
| 2018 | INFINITI | QX80 | 5.6L | V8 | Right | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Altima | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Altima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | Left | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | Right | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Kicks | 1.6L | L4 | Exhaust | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Rogue | 2.0L | L4 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Rogue Sport | 2.0L | L4 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2018 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.6L | L4 | Intake | |
| 2017 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Left) | |
| 2017 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2017 | INFINITI | Q60 | 3.0L | V6 | Left | |
| 2017 | INFINITI | Q60 | 3.0L | V6 | Right | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Altima | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Altima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | Left | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Armada | 5.6L | V8 | Right | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Juke | 1.6L | L4 | Exhaust | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Kicks | 1.6L | L4 | Intake | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Quest | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Rogue | 2.0L | L4 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Rogue Sport | 2.0L | L4 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2017 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.6L | L4 | Intake | |
| 2016 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Left) | |
| 2016 | INFINITI | Q50 | 3.0L | V6 | Intake (Right) | |
| 2016 | INFINITI | QX60 | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Altima | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Altima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Juke | 1.6L | L4 | Exhaust | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Juke | Exhaust | L4 98CID 1.6L (1598cc) | ||
| 2016 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Maxima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Murano | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Pathfinder | 3.5L | V6 | Exhaust (Left) | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Pathfinder | 3.5L | V6 | Exhaust (Right) | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Quest | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2016 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.8L | L4 | Right | |
| 2016 | Nissan | TITAN XD | 5.6L | V8 | Left | |
| 2016 | Nissan | TITAN XD | 5.6L | V8 | Right | |
| 2015 | INFINITI | QX60 | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2015 | Nissan | Altima | 3.5L | V6 | Left | |
| 2015 | Nissan | Altima | 3.5L | V6 | Right | |
| 2015 | Nissan | Juke | 1.6L | L4 | Exhaust | |
| 2015 | Nissan | Juke | Exhaust | L4 98CID 1.6L (1598cc) | ||
| 2015 | Nissan | Pathfinder | 3.5L | V6 | Exhaust (Left) | |
| 2015 | Nissan | Pathfinder | 3.5L | V6 | Exhaust (Right) | |
| 2015 | Nissan | Quest | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2015 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.8L | L4 | Left | To 12/15 |
| 2015 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.8L | L4 | Right | To 12/15 |
| 2014 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.8L | L4 | Left | |
| 2014 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.8L | L4 | Right | |
| 2013 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.8L | L4 | Left | |
| 2013 | Nissan | Sentra | 1.8L | L4 | Right |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
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