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Gates VVS278 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid
⚙️ 6 vehicles fit this part
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📦Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
🚗Fitment: Audi, R8
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Gates VVS278 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid
| Brand | Gates |
| Part Number | VVS278 |
| Position | Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid |
| Voltage | 12 |
| Housing Width | .988 |
| Housing Width | 25.1 |
| Activation Type | Electromagnetic |
| Overall Height | .988 |
| Overall Height | 25.1 |
| Terminal Type | Blade |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Housing Length | 126 |
| Housing Length | 4.961 |
| Connector Quantity | 1 |
| Terminal Quantity | 2 |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Terminal Gender | Male |
| Shaft Diameter | .709 |
| Shaft Diameter | 18 |
| 8 | Steel |
| Seal Included | Yes |
| Activation Style | Electromagnetic |
| Contents | Solenoid |
| Gasket/Seal Included | Yes |
| Mounting Bolt Included | No |
| Overall Height (in) | .988 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 25.1 |
| Overall Length (in) | 4.961 |
| Overall Length (mm) | 126 |
| Overall Width (in) | .988 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 25.1 |
| Shaft Diameter (in) | .709 |
| Shaft Diameter (mm) | 18 |
This part fits 6 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Audi | R8 | 5.2L | V10 | GAS | N/A | Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid |
| 2015 | Audi | R8 | 5.2L | V10 | GAS | N/A | Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid |
| 2014 | Audi | R8 | 5.2L | V10 | GAS | N/A | Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid |
| 2012 | Audi | R8 | 5.2L | V10 | GAS | N/A | Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid |
| 2011 | Audi | R8 | 5.2L | V10 | GAS | N/A | Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid |
| 2010 | Audi | R8 | 5.2L | V10 | GAS | N/A | May 18, 2010 & Newer; Engine Variable Valve Timing Solenoid |
* 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:
07L1092572T10617V-9073918-131VTS1144VV1200VVS1856VVT300
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.