Spectra Premium VTS1151 VVT solenoid for the 2007-2014 Mitsubishi Outlander V6 3.0L controls oil flow to the cam phaser to adjust valve timing.
Quick facts
- Part: Spectra Premium VTS1151 VVT solenoid
- Also called: variable valve timing solenoid
- Fits: 2007-2014 Mitsubishi Outlander V6 3.0L
A sticking or worn solenoid can show up as a check engine light, rough idle or poor fuel economy, but those signs have other causes too. Before you replace the variable valve timing solenoid, look at its connector and the area around it with the engine off and cool for oil seepage, damage or a loose plug. A shop can run the electrical and oil-flow tests.
Fits
This VVT solenoid fits the 2007-2014 Mitsubishi Outlander V6 3.0L. That engine takes one, and this listing is a single solenoid.
Specifications
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Engine: V6-3.0L
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the VVT solenoid for the 2007-2014 Mitsubishi Outlander V6 3.0L?
Yes. The Spectra Premium VTS1151 is listed for the 2007-2014 Mitsubishi Outlander V6 3.0L, and that engine takes one solenoid.
Is the Spectra Premium VTS1151 sold as one solenoid or as a set?
One solenoid. The Spectra Premium VTS1151 listing is a single piece, and the application it is listed for takes a quantity of one.
Can a bad VVT solenoid turn on the check engine light?
Yes, it can, and it can also bring rough idle or poor fuel economy. A shop can read the stored codes to see whether the solenoid is involved.
Can I keep driving with a failing VVT solenoid?
Have it checked or replaced promptly. A failing solenoid can affect how the engine runs, and a shop can scan the codes to find the cause.
How does a VVT solenoid change valve timing?
The solenoid opens and closes an oil passage leading to the cam phaser. The oil pressure that results moves the phaser, which shifts camshaft timing.
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