Features:

  • Coated to help protect against premature corrosion
  • Designed to match OEM calibration to provide the performance you expect from GM
  • GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle's original factory component
  • Offering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE
  • Manufactured to GM OE specification for fit, form, and function
Only buy VVT Solenoids OEM!

This review is regarding a 2013 Equinox. I urge you to avoid aftermarket parts! I originally bought both the intake and exhaust Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid as aftermarket parts for about $30. Immediately after installation when I started my vehicle it rumbled and stalled. So I tested resistance and it was correct. I then ordered the ACDelco (GM) OEM parts (intake and exhaust) and it worked perfectly, my error light was gone. The resistance checked at 12 on both new parts. This is the difference between aftermarket cheap parts and pricey OEM. OEM works. The old Solenoids resistance registered at 12 (intake) and exhaust wouldn't give a reading at all. It was dead. I replaced the intake since it's recommended and the exhaust for obvious reasons. My final recommendation is to keep your oil clean. Change it often because it'll clog the VVT Solenoids.

Perfect part for my HHR

P0013 code was thrown in my 2008 HHR, and I noticed some rough shifting. Turns out the culprit was the exhaust VVT solenoid. Every recommendation said "OEM or bust" on these (ACDelco 12679100). After unplugging the negative battery cable and taking off the air box and blowing the dirt out, the hardest part of the install was taking off the plug on top of the solenoid (I just had to get a paperclip... the little gray clip came off just fine, at least). A pair of needle nose vice grips made popping out the old part very easy. Oil up the new one and push down until you hear a little snap. Then, bolt down, plug everything back in, and you're good. No more CEL! And a smooth ride again.

works

We have a '15 GMC Terrain with around 60K miles that had got a P0010 code and some stalling at low RPMs a couple months ago. I tested both solenoids with the intake showing some inconsistency on the first test, but with specs upon later tests. My suspicion is that the screens on the old solenoids were just dirty (I think the oil change intervals should be reduced on these cars, particularly as the get older). Nevertheless, I went ahead changed both of them to AC Delcos bought on Amazon. The codes were cleared; they and the stalling are gone and have not returned. If you are doing your own work (these are very easy to get to, check YouTube for many videos), you might try just letting the screens portion at the bottom of the solenoids soak in de-greaser (I think I used electrical contact cleaner to be safe) for a while, wiping thoroughly and re-installing to see if there is a difference.

Great fit

This fit my 2012 Chevy Equinox perfectly. However, the engine light did not go off right away. Due to the oil consumption issues with the engines in this year, make and model- and the fact that I bought the SUV used- the oil probably ran low too many times and my engine was clogged with dirt and oil. I did my research and bought some Risoline engine oil cleaner and would gradually add it to my engine along with the oil whenever it would get low. After about a month or so of doing this, the engine light went off and the code cleared. I'll continue using the Risoline and get my oil changed every 3000 miles instead of the 5000 miles recommended.

Solid OEM Product

It's not unusual for the 2.4 Ecotec engines to need the VVT solenoids replaced at around 100,000 miles. This is OEM and works exactly as designed-took care of the P0013 CE code. While you're in there, replace both solenoids and the spark plugs if they've never been replaced. Both solenoids and plugs take about 30-45 minutes and are very easy to do.

ACDelco Exhaust Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid.

I bought this for my 2013 Equinox 20.4. I ordered (Amazon listed a better price than all auto part stores) and quickly received this part. It fit perfectly! I had no oil leaks and it resolved my engine check engine light. 12K miles and it has been working fine. I would recommend and purchase again if needed.

Replacement for original VVT solenoid (Exhaust Camshaft side) Ecotec 2.2L engine

I replaced both of the VVT solenoids on the 2.2L Ecotec in my 2009 HHR as it reached the 100,000 mile point. This is the correct new part number for the VVT solenoid on the exhaust camshaft side. This type of repair should only be attempted by people with experience working on automobile engines using proper tools and procedures.

Good fit for 2012 Malibu

My vehicle had the code for Exhaust solenoid problem. In doing YouTube search, I found that I needed to replace this part . Sure enough, it worked. Price was reasonable ($35) + 1/2 hour figuring out how to take engine cover off, locating the part and replacing it.

Great part, easy install

Saved myself literally hundreds of dollars (based on a shop quote) buying this and the matching intake solenoid when my Cobalt started running rough and throwing the P0010 and P0011 codes. Installation for both took about 30 minutes including some cleaning under the engine cover. Car runs amazingly smooth now, feels like new!

Perfect for P0013 code

This resolved the P0013 on my 2011 GMC Terrain. This part a very simple part to install and you can't really hurt anything by trying. Just make sure you look up where exactly this specific one should go on your model car because there is an exhaust solenoid and a intake solenoid and they look almost identical. I recommend putting a dab of oil along the rubber ring on the part before you put it in as it will help it seal and keep it from ripping. Also if you work on a GMC terrain like mine make sure you put the little tube back that connects to the airbox, it's easy to forget.

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