Walker 590-1164 Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid - Intake

Walker 590-1164 VVT Solenoid Overview

Walker Products 590-1164 is an engine variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid for intake applications. It is built with a metal housing, black rectangular female connector, and 2 male terminals for a direct-fit style replacement on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles.

Compatible With 2007-2017 Jeep Compass, intake; 2007-2017 Jeep Patriot, intake; 2008-2014 Dodge Avenger, intake; and other listed applications including Dodge Journey, Chrysler 200, Dodge Caliber, and Chrysler Sebring. This part number, 590-1164, is also referenced for OE-style replacement needs across the same engine management applications.

Key Features

• Engine variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid for intake-side control
• Metal housing for a durable OE-style construction
• Black rectangular connector with female connector gender
• 1 connector, 1 mounting hole, and 2 male terminals
• Walker Products part number 590-1164
• Cross-reference: Dorman OE Solutions 917-291

Product Details

Walker Products has supplied fuel system and engine management components since 1946 and manufactures parts to meet or exceed OEM standards and specifications. The Walker Products line focuses on accurate vehicle applications, technical support, and quality control backed by in-house engineering and product management. For buyers searching for a Walker 590-1164 VVT solenoid for Jeep Compass or Dodge Journey intake applications, this component is built for the engine timing control circuit used to manage cam timing response.

Use this Walker Products 590-1164 solenoid when servicing intake VVT systems on 2007-2017 Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot, 2008-2014 Dodge Avenger, 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber, 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, and 2009-2020 Dodge Journey applications listed in the fitment data.

What It Helps Address

• Check engine light related to VVT solenoid performance
• Rough idle caused by intake cam timing control issues
• Delayed or inconsistent valve timing response
• Engine performance concerns tied to oil control valve operation
• Fault codes associated with variable valve timing system faults

Installation Notes

Verify connector shape, terminal style, and mounting point before installation. This intake VVT solenoid uses a rectangular female connector, 2 male terminals, and a single mounting hole, so matching the original electrical and physical layout is important. Confirm vehicle year, make, model, and intake position against the fitment list before replacing the original unit.

Quality Assurance

Walker Products is an ISO 9001 and IATF16949 certified manufacturer with a long history in automotive aftermarket engine management components. The brand states its products are engineered to meet or exceed OEM standards and supported by manufacturing and technical staff for application accuracy and product support.