Walker 590-1163 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Exhaust

Walker Products 590-1163 Exhaust VVT Solenoid

Walker Products 590-1163 is an engine variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid for exhaust-side applications. It is built with a metal housing, black rectangular connector, and a female connector interface to support direct replacement needs on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles.

Walker Products has supplied fuel system and engine management components since 1946, with product development backed by manufacturing, engineering, and technical support resources. The Walker Products line focuses on OE-style replacement parts made to meet or exceed OEM standards and specifications.

Key Features

• Engine variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid for exhaust position
• Metal housing for durable engine-bay service
• Black rectangular connector for OE-style fitment
• 1 mounting hole for straightforward installation alignment
• 1 connector, 2 terminals, female connector gender with male terminals
• Direct replacement for select Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, Chrysler 200, Dodge Avenger, Dodge Caliber, and Chrysler Sebring applications

Fitment Details

• Fits 2019-2020 Dodge Journey, exhaust; compatible with integrated Oil Control Valve for Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid.
• Fits 2009-2018 Dodge Journey, exhaust.
• Fits 2007-2017 Jeep Compass, exhaust.
• Fits 2007-2017 Jeep Patriot, exhaust.
• Fits 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, exhaust.
• Fits 2008-2014 Dodge Avenger, exhaust.
• Fits 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber, exhaust.
• Fits 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring, exhaust.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rough idle caused by inconsistent cam timing control
• Check engine light conditions related to VVT circuit performance
• Loss of engine response from a sticking exhaust VVT solenoid
• Timing-related drivability concerns on the exhaust cam side
• Oil control valve and solenoid replacement needs on listed vehicles

Installation Notes

Verify the connector shape, terminal layout, and exhaust-position application before installation. This part number, 590-1163, is intended for the listed vehicle applications only, including Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, Chrysler 200, Dodge Avenger, Dodge Caliber, and Chrysler Sebring. Confirm the original part configuration matches the rectangular connector and single-mounting-hole design before replacement.

This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 917-290 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Walker Products is an ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certified manufacturer. The company states its engine management components are produced to meet or exceed OEM standards and specifications, with engineering and technical support used to maintain application accuracy and product quality.