Holstein 2VTS0045 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Intake

Holstein VVT Solenoid for Ford and Mazda

The Holstein Parts 2VTS0045 is an engine variable valve timing solenoid built for direct replacement service on select Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Mazda applications. With a 2-terminal blade connection, female connector, and metal/plastic housing, it is specified for intake-side use where listed and supports precise oil control for variable valve timing operation.

Key Features

• Part number: 2VTS0045
• Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) solenoid
• Blade terminal type with 2 terminals
• 1 female connector
• Housing material: metal and plastic
• Position coverage includes intake applications where listed
• Cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 917-199 and Gates VVS179 for the same application

Product Details

Holstein Parts 2VTS0045 is an OE-style VVT solenoid for engines that use electronically controlled oil flow to manage cam timing. It is a direct-fit service part for many Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, Mazda 3, Mazda 5, Mazda 6, Mazda CX-7, Mazda MX-5 Miata, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, and Mercury Milan applications. If you are searching for a Ford Escape VVT solenoid, Mazda 3 intake VVT solenoid, or Mazda CX-7 variable valve timing solenoid, this part number is a relevant match for the listed vehicles and years.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes 2012-2018 Ford Escape, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, 2011-2012 Lincoln MKZ, 2003-2013 Mazda 6, 2006-2013 Mazda 3, 2006-2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata, 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7, 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, 2009-2011 Mercury Mariner, and 2009-2011 Mazda Tribute. This part number, 2VTS0045, also appears in applications for 2015 Mazda 5 intake and select 2012 Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, and Lincoln MKZ build-date-specific listings.

What It Helps Address

• Rough or unstable idle caused by VVT control issues
• Cam timing faults related to oil control solenoid operation
• Check engine lights tied to variable valve timing performance
• Loss of low-end torque or inconsistent engine response
• Hard starting or drivability concerns on listed Ford and Mazda engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector style, terminal count, and position before installation. This Holstein Parts VVT solenoid uses a female connector with two male blade terminals, so the harness and mounting location should match the original part. Confirm year, engine, and build-date notes carefully for 2012 Ford Escape, 2012 Ford Fusion, and 2012 Lincoln MKZ applications, since those listings include production cutoffs.

For Mazda 3, Mazda 5, Mazda 6, Mazda CX-7, and Mazda MX-5 Miata service, match the intake or non-position-specific listing exactly to the vehicle application. The part number 2VTS0045 should be compared against the original unit and any OE reference numbers before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Holstein Parts supplies this VVT solenoid as a replacement component for the listed engine applications. The part is built with a metal and plastic housing and is cataloged against multiple OE-style interchange numbers for application matching.