Gates VVS197 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Right
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 Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid

Gates VVS197 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Right

Brand Gates VVS197
Position Right
Steel
Activation Style Electromagnetic
Activation Type Electromagnetic
Connector Gender Female
Connector Quantity 1
Contents Solenoid
Gasket/Seal Included Yes
Housing Length 4.094
Housing Length 104
Housing Width 1.122
Housing Width 28.5
Mounting Bolt Included No
Mounting Hardware Included No
Overall Height 1.122
Overall Height 28.5
Overall Height (in) 1.122
Overall Height (mm) 28.5
Overall Length (in) 4.094
Overall Length (mm) 104
Overall Width (in) 1.122
Overall Width (mm) 28.5
Seal Included Yes
Shaft Diameter .787
Shaft Diameter 20
Shaft Diameter (in) .787
Shaft Diameter (mm) 20
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 2
Terminal Type Blade
Voltage 12
Voltage (VAC) 12
Product line Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
Fits Nissan and INFINITI · 90 vehicles

OE-spec fit and form. Restores variable valve timing performance with direct-replacement design.

Electromagnetic activation. Provides precise oil control for responsive engine operation.

Steel construction. Built with durable materials for long service life.

Cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 916-923, Gates VVS197 and Spectra Premium VTS1108 for the same application. See all 12.

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OE-Style VVT Solenoid for Nissan and INFINITI

The Gates VVS197 Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid is built to OE specifications for fit, form, and performance. It is commonly referred to as an oil control valve and is designed to help restore proper cam timing response, idle quality, fuel economy, power delivery, and emissions control.

Compatible with select Nissan GT-R, 370Z, and INFINITI applications, this Gates OE performance VVT solenoid uses an electromagnetic activation style and a 12-volt design for direct replacement service.

Key Features

  • OE-style replacement variable valve timing solenoid
  • Electromagnetic activation with 12-volt operation
  • Female connector with 1 connector and 2 blade terminals
  • Seal and gasket included for proper sealing at installation
  • Constructed from durable materials for long service life
  • Designed to restore engine performance and emissions control
  • Gates VVS197 part number for accurate catalog matching

Product Details

Gates VVS197 is engineered as a direct-fit Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid for engines that rely on precise oil flow control to adjust cam timing. The OE-spec design supports consistent operation in applications such as the Nissan GT-R, Nissan 370Z, and INFINITI G37, Q50, Q70, QX50, and related models listed in the fitment data. If your vehicle is showing symptoms tied to VVT control, this solenoid provides a service replacement built around the original component’s fit and function.

This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 916-923 and Standard Ignition VVT154 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

  • Rough or unstable idle caused by VVT control problems
  • Reduced engine response from incorrect cam timing operation
  • Lower fuel economy linked to poor oil control valve performance
  • Check engine light conditions related to variable valve timing faults
  • Increased emissions from inconsistent valve timing control

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector style, terminal count, and mounting location before installation. This Gates VVS197 solenoid uses a female connector, blade terminals, and a seal/gasket included in the package; mounting hardware is not included. Confirm the right-side or intake-right position listed for your specific Nissan or INFINITI application, since some vehicles use different VVT solenoids by engine bank or production date.

  • Fits 2023 Nissan GT-R, intake (right)
  • Fits 2009-2021 Nissan GT-R, right
  • Fits 2009-2018 Nissan 370Z, right
  • Fits 2014-2017 INFINITI Q70, right
  • Fits 2015-2017 INFINITI Q70L, right
  • Fits 2014-2017 INFINITI QX50, right
  • Fits 2015-2017 INFINITI QX70, right
  • Fits 2015 INFINITI Q40, right
  • Fits 2014-2015 INFINITI Q50, right
  • Fits 2014-2015 INFINITI Q60, right
  • Fits 2013 INFINITI EX37, right
  • Fits 2013 INFINITI FX37, right
  • Fits 2013 INFINITI FX50, right
  • Fits 2008-2013 INFINITI G37, right
  • Fits 2011-2013 INFINITI M37, right
  • Fits 2008-2012 INFINITI EX35, right
  • Fits 2009-2012 INFINITI FX35, right
  • Fits 2011-2012 INFINITI G25, right
  • Fits 2009-2010 INFINITI M35, right
  • Fits 2007-2009 Nissan 350Z, right
  • Fits 2008 INFINITI G35, right

Quality Assurance

Gates designs this Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid to OE specifications and tests it to help restore engine performance, fuel economy, idle quality, and emissions control. High-quality materials are used to support durability and service life in demanding Nissan and INFINITI applications.

Related reading

This part fits 90 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2023NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASIntake (Right)Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2021NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2020NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2019NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2018Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2018NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2017INFINITIQ703.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2017INFINITIQ705.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2017INFINITIQ70L3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2017INFINITIQ70L5.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2017INFINITIQX503.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2017INFINITIQX703.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2017Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2017NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2016INFINITIQ703.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2016INFINITIQ705.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2016INFINITIQ70L3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2016INFINITIQ70L5.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2016INFINITIQX503.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2016INFINITIQX703.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2016Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2016NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQ403.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQ503.5LV6ELECTRIC/GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQ503.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQ603.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQ703.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQ705.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQ70L3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQ70L5.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQX503.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQX703.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015INFINITIQX805.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2015NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2014INFINITIQ503.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2014INFINITIQ603.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2014INFINITIQ703.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2014INFINITIQ705.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2014INFINITIQX503.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2014INFINITIQX705.0LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2014INFINITIQX805.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2014Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2014NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2013INFINITIEX373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2013INFINITIFX373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2013INFINITIFX505.0LV8GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2013INFINITIG373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2013INFINITIM373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2013INFINITIM565.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2013INFINITIQX565.6LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2013Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2013NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2012INFINITIEX353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2012INFINITIFX353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2012INFINITIG252.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2012INFINITIG373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2012INFINITIM373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2012Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2012NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011INFINITIEX353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011INFINITIFX353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011INFINITIFX505.0LV8GASN/ASept. 2010 & Older; Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011INFINITIG252.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011INFINITIG373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011INFINITIM373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011INFINITIM565.6LV8GASN/ASept. 2010 & Older; Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011INFINITIQX565.6LV8GASN/ASept. 2010 & Older; Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2011NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2010INFINITIEX353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2010INFINITIFX353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2010INFINITIFX505.0LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2010INFINITIG373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2010INFINITIM353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2010Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2010NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2009INFINITIEX353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2009INFINITIFX353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2009INFINITIFX505.0LV8GASN/AEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2009INFINITIG373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2009INFINITIM353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2009Nissan350Z3.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2009Nissan370Z3.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2009NissanGT-R3.8LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2008INFINITIEX353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2008INFINITIG353.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2008INFINITIG373.7LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2008Nissan350Z3.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
2007Nissan350Z3.5LV6GASRightEngine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
Directly replaces or cross-references 12 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Dorman - OE Solutions — 916-923Gates — VVS197Spectra Premium — VTS1108Standard Ignition — VVT1542T10357V-601323796JK20A23796JK20B23796JK22B23796JK24BTS1035VV1054