Gates VVS901 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Filter Gasket

Gates VVS901 Engine Variable Timing Spool Valve Filter

The Gates VVS901 Engine Variable Timing Spool Valve Filter is a direct-fit service part for restoring proper VVT oil control in select Honda and Acura applications. Built with rubber and stainless steel materials, it provides a practical alternative to replacing the complete spool valve assembly when the filter and gasket are the service point.

Gates Engine Variable Timing Spool Valve Filter products focus on OE-style serviceability for variable valve timing systems. This line is aimed at maintaining clean oil flow through the spool valve circuit, helping the engine respond correctly under changing load and speed conditions.

Key Features

• Part number VVS901 for select VVT spool valve service applications
• Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) solenoid filter gasket design
• Rubber and stainless steel construction for durability and service life
• Includes gasket and gasket with filter configurations
• Available gasket thicknesses: .097 and .118
• Supports OE-style repair of the spool valve filter area

Detailed Description

Gates VVS901 is an Engine Variable Timing Spool Valve Filter and gasket solution used to service the variable valve timing spool valve assembly without replacing the full unit. By restoring the sealing surface and filter function, it helps maintain proper oil passage control, which is important for consistent VVT operation, fuel economy, power delivery, and emissions performance. This part cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 917-170 for the same application.

Compatible With 2000-2006 Honda Insight, N/A; 1994-2002 Honda Accord, N/A; and 1997-1999 Acura CL, N/A. If you are searching for a Honda Accord VVT spool valve gasket and filter, an Acura CL engine variable timing spool valve filter, or a Honda Insight spool valve gasket service part, VVS901 is the OE-style replacement to review.

What It Helps Address

• Oil leakage at the spool valve gasket sealing surface
• Restricted oil flow through the VVT spool valve filter
• Rough or inconsistent variable valve timing operation
• Reduced engine response tied to VVT control issues
• Emissions and fuel economy concerns related to poor VVT function

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and spool valve configuration before ordering. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the spool valve assembly for wear or contamination that could affect the new filter and gasket. For fitment research, this part number VVS901 is commonly searched with Honda Accord, Honda Insight, and Acura CL VVT spool valve gasket terms.

Quality Assurance

Gates uses high-quality materials in this service part line to support durability and long service life. The design is intended to restore engine performance by helping the VVT system maintain proper oil control and sealing at the spool valve filter location.