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Dorman 916-865 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Oil Control Valve

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Overview of Dorman 916-865 VVT Oil Control Valve

The Dorman 916-865 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Oil Control Valve is designed to regulate oil flow to the camshaft phasers, optimizing engine performance and efficiency. This metal VVT solenoid is compatible with a range of GM vehicles including Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, and Hummer models.

  • Durable metal construction for reliable operation
  • Length of 3.92 inches for precise fitment
  • Fine thread type with 0.62-inch diameter for secure installation
  • Equipped with 12 ports to control oil flow effectively
  • Includes one VVT solenoid per package

Detailed Product Description

The Dorman 916-865 VVT Oil Control Valve is engineered to meet the specifications required for proper variable valve timing function. Its metal construction ensures durability under high-temperature engine conditions. The valve features a fine thread type with a 0.62-inch diameter, allowing for a secure and leak-free connection. With 12 ports, this oil control valve precisely manages oil flow to the engine’s camshaft phasers, enabling improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. The 3.92-inch length is designed to fit seamlessly into the valve train system of compatible vehicles.

Compatible Vehicles and Applications

This VVT solenoid is compatible with various GM models, including:

  • Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT
  • Chevrolet Avalanche, Camaro, Colorado, Express 1500/2500/3500, Silverado 1500/2500/3500, Suburban 1500/2500/3500 HD, Tahoe
  • GMC Canyon, Cheyenne, Sierra 1500/2500 HD/3500 HD, Savana 1500/2500/3500, Yukon, Yukon XL 1500/2500
  • Hummer H2, H3, H3T

Common Issues Addressed by the VVT Oil Control Valve

  • Irregular engine performance due to improper valve timing
  • Check engine light triggered by VVT system faults
  • Reduced fuel efficiency and increased emissions
  • Engine hesitation or rough idling
  • Noise or rattling from the valve train area

Installation Notes and Tips

When installing the Dorman 916-865 VVT Oil Control Valve, ensure the engine is cool to avoid injury. Clean the mounting area thoroughly to prevent contamination. Since this part does not include a gasket or seal, inspect the existing seals and replace if necessary to avoid oil leaks. Use the fine thread type and 0.62-inch diameter specifications to verify compatibility with your vehicle’s mounting points. Proper torque specifications should be followed to secure the valve without damaging threads.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Dorman parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards, providing reliable performance and durability. The 916-865 VVT Oil Control Valve undergoes rigorous quality control testing to ensure consistent operation. While specific warranty details may vary, Dorman typically offers a limited warranty covering defects in material and workmanship. Refer to the product documentation for exact warranty terms.

BrandDorman
Part Number916-865
End 1 Thread Diameter0.62
End 1 Thread TypeFine
Gasket Or Seal IncludedNo
Length3.92
MaterialMetal
Mounting Hole Quantity0
Package Contents1 VVT Solenoid
Port Quantity12

This part fits 343 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2020ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2020ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2020GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2020GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2019ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2019ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2019ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2019ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2019ChevroletSuburban 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2019GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2019GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2019GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2019GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2018ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2018ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2018ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2018ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2018ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2018ChevroletSuburban 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2018GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2018GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2018GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2018GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2017ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2017ChevroletExpress 25004.8LV8N/A
2017ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2017ChevroletExpress 35004.8LV8N/A
2017ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2017ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2017ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2017ChevroletSuburban 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2017GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2017GMCSavana 25004.8LV8N/A
2017GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2017GMCSavana 35004.8LV8N/A
2017GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2017GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2016ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2016ChevroletExpress 25004.8LV8N/A
2016ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2016ChevroletExpress 35004.8LV8N/A
2016ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2016ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2016ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2016ChevroletSuburban 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2016GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2016GMCSavana 25004.8LV8N/A
2016GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2016GMCSavana 35004.8LV8N/A
2016GMCSierra5.3LV8N/A
2016GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2016GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2015ChevroletCamaro6.2LV8N/A
2015ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2015ChevroletExpress 25004.8LV8N/A
2015ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2015ChevroletExpress 35004.8LV8N/A
2015ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2015ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2015ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2015GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2015GMCSavana 25004.8LV8N/A
2015GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2015GMCSavana 35004.8LV8N/A
2015GMCSierra5.3LV8N/A
2015GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2015GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2014CadillacEscalade6.2LV8N/A
2014CadillacEscalade ESV6.2LV8N/A
2014ChevroletCamaro6.2LV8N/A
2014ChevroletExpress 15005.3LV8N/A
2014ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2014ChevroletExpress 25004.8LV8N/A
2014ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2014ChevroletExpress 35004.8LV8N/A
2014ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2014ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2014ChevroletSuburban 15005.3LV8N/A
2014ChevroletTahoe5.3LV8N/A
2014GMCSavana 15005.3LV8N/A
2014GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2014GMCSavana 25004.8LV8N/A
2014GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2014GMCSavana 35004.8LV8N/A
2014GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2014GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2014GMCYukon6.2LV8N/A
2014GMCYukon5.3LV8N/A
2014GMCYukon XL 15006.2LV8N/A
2014GMCYukon XL 15005.3LV8N/A
2013CadillacEscalade6.2LV8N/A
2013CadillacEscalade6.0LV8N/A
2013CadillacEscalade ESV6.2LV8N/A
2013CadillacEscalade EXT6.2LV8N/A
2013ChevroletAvalanche5.3LV8N/A
2013ChevroletCamaro6.2LV8N/A
2013ChevroletCheyenne5.3LV8N/A
2013ChevroletExpress 15005.3LV8N/A
2013ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2013ChevroletExpress 25004.8LV8N/A
2013ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2013ChevroletExpress 35004.8LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSilverado 15005.3LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSilverado 15006.0LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSilverado 15004.8LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSilverado 15006.2LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSilverado 25004.8LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSuburban 15005.3LV8N/A
2013ChevroletSuburban 25006.0LV8N/A
2013ChevroletTahoe6.0LV8N/A
2013ChevroletTahoe5.3LV8N/A
2013GMCSavana 15005.3LV8N/A
2013GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2013GMCSavana 25004.8LV8N/A
2013GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2013GMCSavana 35004.8LV8N/A
2013GMCSierra5.3LV8N/A
2013GMCSierra 15005.3LV8N/A
2013GMCSierra 15006.0LV8N/A
2013GMCSierra 15004.8LV8N/A
2013GMCSierra 15006.2LV8N/A
2013GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2013GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2013GMCYukon6.2LV8N/A
2013GMCYukon6.0LV8N/A
2013GMCYukon5.3LV8N/A
2013GMCYukon XL 15006.2LV8N/A
2013GMCYukon XL 15005.3LV8N/A
2013GMCYukon XL 25006.0LV8N/A
2012CadillacEscalade6.2LV8N/A
2012CadillacEscalade6.0LV8N/A
2012CadillacEscalade ESV6.2LV8N/A
2012CadillacEscalade EXT6.2LV8N/A
2012ChevroletAvalanche5.3LV8N/A
2012ChevroletCamaro6.2LV8N/A
2012ChevroletCheyenne5.3LV8N/A
2012ChevroletColorado5.3LV8N/A
2012ChevroletExpress 15005.3LV8N/A
2012ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2012ChevroletExpress 25004.8LV8N/A
2012ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2012ChevroletExpress 35004.8LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSilverado 15005.3LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSilverado 15006.0LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSilverado 15004.8LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSilverado 15006.2LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSilverado 25004.8LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSuburban 15005.3LV8N/A
2012ChevroletSuburban 25006.0LV8N/A
2012ChevroletTahoe6.0LV8N/A
2012ChevroletTahoe5.3LV8N/A
2012GMCCanyon5.3LV8N/A
2012GMCSavana 15005.3LV8N/A
2012GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2012GMCSavana 25004.8LV8N/A
2012GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2012GMCSavana 35004.8LV8N/A
2012GMCSierra5.3LV8N/A
2012GMCSierra 15005.3LV8N/A
2012GMCSierra 15006.0LV8N/A
2012GMCSierra 15004.8LV8N/A
2012GMCSierra 15006.2LV8N/A
2012GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2012GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2012GMCYukon6.2LV8N/A
2012GMCYukon6.0LV8N/A
2012GMCYukon5.3LV8N/A
2012GMCYukon XL 15006.2LV8N/A
2012GMCYukon XL 15005.3LV8N/A
2012GMCYukon XL 25006.0LV8N/A
2011CadillacEscalade6.2LV8N/A
2011CadillacEscalade6.0LV8N/A
2011CadillacEscalade ESV6.2LV8N/A
2011CadillacEscalade EXT6.2LV8N/A
2011ChevroletAvalanche5.3LV8N/A
2011ChevroletCamaro6.2LV8N/A
2011ChevroletCheyenne5.3LV8N/A
2011ChevroletColorado5.3LV8N/A
2011ChevroletExpress 15005.3LV8N/A
2011ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2011ChevroletExpress 25004.8LV8N/A
2011ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2011ChevroletExpress 35004.8LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSilverado 15005.3LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSilverado 15006.0LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSilverado 15004.8LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSilverado 15006.2LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSilverado 25004.8LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSuburban 15005.3LV8N/A
2011ChevroletSuburban 25006.0LV8N/A
2011ChevroletTahoe6.0LV8N/A
2011ChevroletTahoe5.3LV8N/A
2011GMCCanyon5.3LV8N/A
2011GMCSavana 15005.3LV8N/A
2011GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2011GMCSavana 25004.8LV8N/A
2011GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2011GMCSavana 35004.8LV8N/A
2011GMCSierra5.3LV8N/A
2011GMCSierra 15005.3LV8N/A
2011GMCSierra 15006.0LV8N/A
2011GMCSierra 15004.8LV8N/A
2011GMCSierra 15006.2LV8N/A
2011GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2011GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2011GMCYukon6.2LV8N/A
2011GMCYukon6.0LV8N/A
2011GMCYukon5.3LV8N/A
2011GMCYukon XL 15006.2LV8N/A
2011GMCYukon XL 15005.3LV8N/A
2011GMCYukon XL 25006.0LV8N/A
2010CadillacEscalade6.2LV8N/A
2010CadillacEscalade6.0LV8N/A
2010CadillacEscalade ESV6.2LV8N/A
2010CadillacEscalade EXT6.2LV8N/A
2010ChevroletAvalanche5.3LV8N/A
2010ChevroletCamaro6.2LV8N/A
2010ChevroletCheyenne5.3LV8N/A
2010ChevroletColorado5.3LV8N/A
2010ChevroletExpress 15005.3LV8N/A
2010ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/A
2010ChevroletExpress 25004.8LV8N/A
2010ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/A
2010ChevroletExpress 35004.8LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSilverado 15005.3LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSilverado 15006.0LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSilverado 15004.8LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSilverado 15006.2LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSilverado 25004.8LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSuburban 15005.3LV8N/A
2010ChevroletSuburban 25006.0LV8N/A
2010ChevroletTahoe6.0LV8N/A
2010ChevroletTahoe5.3LV8N/A
2010GMCCanyon5.3LV8N/A
2010GMCSavana 15005.3LV8N/A
2010GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/A
2010GMCSavana 25004.8LV8N/A
2010GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/A
2010GMCSavana 35004.8LV8N/A
2010GMCSierra5.3LV8N/A
2010GMCSierra 15005.3LV8N/A
2010GMCSierra 15006.0LV8N/A
2010GMCSierra 15004.8LV8N/A
2010GMCSierra 15006.2LV8N/A
2010GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2010GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2010GMCYukon6.2LV8N/A
2010GMCYukon6.0LV8N/A
2010GMCYukon5.3LV8N/A
2010GMCYukon XL 15006.2LV8N/A
2010GMCYukon XL 15005.3LV8N/A
2010GMCYukon XL 25006.0LV8N/A
2010HummerH35.3LV8N/A
2010HummerH3T5.3LV8N/A
2009CadillacEscalade6.0LV8N/A
2009CadillacEscalade6.2LV8N/A
2009CadillacEscalade ESV6.2LV8N/A
2009CadillacEscalade EXT6.2LV8N/A
2009ChevroletAvalanche6.0LV8N/A
2009ChevroletExpress 15005.3LV8N/A
2009ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2009ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2009ChevroletSilverado 15006.0LV8N/A
2009ChevroletSilverado 15006.2LV8N/A
2009ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2009ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2009ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2009ChevroletSuburban 15005.3LV8N/A
2009ChevroletSuburban 15006.0LV8N/A
2009ChevroletSuburban 25006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2009ChevroletTahoe6.0LV8N/A
2009ChevroletTahoe6.2LV8N/A
2009GMCSavana 15005.3LV8N/A
2009GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2009GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2009GMCSierra6.2LV8N/A
2009GMCSierra 15006.0LV8N/A
2009GMCSierra 15006.2LV8N/A
2009GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2009GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2009GMCYukon6.0LV8N/A
2009GMCYukon6.2LV8N/A
2009GMCYukon XL 15006.2LV8N/A
2009GMCYukon XL 15006.0LV8N/A
2009HummerH26.2LV8N/A
2008CadillacEscalade6.2LV8N/A
2008CadillacEscalade ESV6.2LV8N/A
2008CadillacEscalade EXT6.2LV8N/A
2008ChevroletAvalanche6.0LV8N/A
2008ChevroletExpress 15005.3LV8N/A
2008ChevroletExpress 25006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2008ChevroletExpress 35006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2008ChevroletSilverado 15006.0LV8N/A
2008ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2008ChevroletSilverado 35006.0LV8N/A
2008ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2008ChevroletSuburban 15005.3LV8N/A
2008ChevroletSuburban 15006.0LV8N/A
2008ChevroletSuburban 25006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2008ChevroletTahoe6.0LV8N/A
2008ChevroletTahoe6.2LV8N/A
2008GMCSavana 15005.3LV8N/A
2008GMCSavana 25006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2008GMCSavana 35006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2008GMCSierra6.2LV8N/A
2008GMCSierra 15006.0LV8N/A
2008GMCSierra 15006.2LV8N/A
2008GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2008GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2008GMCYukon6.0LV8N/A
2008GMCYukon6.2LV8N/A
2008GMCYukon XL 15006.2LV8N/A
2008GMCYukon XL 15006.0LV8N/A
2008HummerH26.2LV8N/A
2007CadillacEscalade6.2LV8N/A
2007CadillacEscalade ESV6.2LV8N/A
2007CadillacEscalade EXT6.2LV8N/A
2007ChevroletAvalanche6.0LV8N/A
2007ChevroletSilverado 15006.0LV8N/A
2007ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2007ChevroletSilverado 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2007ChevroletSuburban 15005.3LV8N/A
2007ChevroletSuburban 15006.0LV8N/A
2007ChevroletSuburban 25006.0LV8N/AEngine Designation LY6
2007GMCSierra 15006.0LV8N/A
2007GMCSierra 15006.2LV8N/A
2007GMCSierra 2500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2007GMCSierra 3500 HD6.0LV8N/A
2007GMCYukon6.2LV8N/A
2007GMCYukon XL 15006.2LV8N/A
2007GMCYukon XL 15006.0LV8N/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

031284125881512T1031L-5062BTS1031VTS1232VV1224VVS1880VVT324

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.