Walker 590-1061 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Exhaust

Walker 590-1061 Exhaust VVT Solenoid

Walker Products 590-1061 is an engine variable valve timing solenoid for exhaust-side applications on select Hyundai and Kia models. Built with a metal housing, black oval connector, and blade terminals, it is a direct-fit style replacement for restoring VVT oil control function.

Compatible with 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra, exhaust, and 2012 Kia Soul, exhaust, this part supports precise cam timing control when the original solenoid is worn, sticking, or electrically faulty.

Key Features

• Part number: 590-1061
• Engine variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid for exhaust position
• Black connector color with oval connector shape
• 1 connector, female connector gender
• 2 blade terminals with male terminal gender
• Metal housing construction
• 1 mounting hole for OE-style installation
• Walker Products engine management component

Product Details

Walker Products has supplied fuel system and engine management components since 1946, with manufacturing and engineering support focused on OE-level fit and specification control. The 590-1061 follows that approach for exhaust VVT service on the 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Kia Soul. If you are searching for a Hyundai Elantra exhaust VVT solenoid or a Kia Soul exhaust variable valve timing solenoid, this part number 590-1061 is the application-specific replacement to verify.

This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 918-035 for the same application.

Common Issues It May Solve

• Check engine light related to cam timing or VVT circuit faults
• Rough idle caused by inconsistent exhaust cam control
• Reduced engine response from a sticking VVT solenoid
• Timing performance issues tied to oil flow control at the exhaust cam
• Diagnostic trouble codes associated with variable valve timing operation

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and exhaust position before ordering. Inspect the connector, terminals, and mounting point for corrosion or damage during replacement. Confirm clean engine oil condition and proper oil level, since VVT solenoid performance depends on oil pressure and flow.

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 application data for part number 590-1061.