Walker 590-1059 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Exhaust

Walker Products 590-1059 VVT Solenoid

Walker Products 590-1059 is an engine variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid for exhaust-side applications on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It is built with a metal housing, black oval connector, and blade terminals for a direct-fit style replacement in supported applications.

Walker Products has supplied fuel system and engine management components since 1946, with manufacturing and engineering support focused on meeting OEM standards and specifications. The Walker Products line includes engine sensors and related control components for import and domestic repair needs.

Key Features

• Engine variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid for exhaust applications
• Metal housing for durable engine-bay service
• Black, oval female connector with 1 connector and 2 male blade terminals
• 1 mounting hole for application-specific installation
• Fits select Hyundai Elantra, Sonata, Tucson, Kona, Veloster, and Kia Forte, Optima, Soul, and Forte5 applications
• Cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 918-033 and Gates VVS139 for the same application

Detailed Description

Walker Products 590-1059 is an exhaust VVT solenoid used in engine timing control systems on select Hyundai and Kia models. By regulating oil flow to the variable valve timing system, this component supports proper cam timing response in engines equipped with an integrated oil control valve design. Confirmed fitment includes 2019-2020 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra GT, 2018-2020 Hyundai Kona and Tucson, 2016-2019 Hyundai Sonata, 2019 Hyundai Veloster, 2018-2019 Kia Forte and Soul, 2017-2019 Kia Optima, and additional earlier applications across 2012-2018 Hyundai and Kia models. This part number, 590-1059, is a direct replacement option for repair work where the original exhaust VVT solenoid has failed or is no longer operating correctly.

What It Helps Address

• Check engine light related to VVT or cam timing faults
• Rough idle or inconsistent engine performance
• Delayed or erratic valve timing response
• Oil control valve or exhaust VVT solenoid electrical faults
• Timing-related drivability concerns on Hyundai and Kia engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector style, terminal layout, and exhaust-side position before installation. This part uses a female connector, male blade terminals, and a single mounting point, so matching the original unit is important for proper fitment. Confirm vehicle year, make, model, and engine configuration against the listed applications for 590-1059 before ordering. For 2012 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Kia Soul applications, the notes specify inclusion of the oil control valve and a production date break.

Quality Assurance

Walker Products states that its engine management components are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards and specifications. The company is ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certified, with product management, engineering, and technical support backing the production of application-specific parts like the 590-1059 VVT solenoid.