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product_id: 93626725
title: "Dorman 918-056 Variable Valve Timing Solenoid Compatible with Select Acura / Honda Models (OE FIX)"
brand: "dorman"
price: "RM774"
currency: MYR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Dorman"
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store_origin: MY
region: Malaysia
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# Complete top-half spool valve kit Precision-machined metal build Prevents costly alternator damage Dorman 918-056 Variable Valve Timing Solenoid Compatible with Select Acura / Honda Models (OE FIX)

**Brand:** dorman
**Price:** RM774
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Upgrade your VTEC without the dealer price shock!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Dorman 918-056 Variable Valve Timing Solenoid Compatible with Select Acura / Honda Models (OE FIX) by dorman
- **How much does it cost?** RM774 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- dorman enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dorman brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-Inclusive Kit:** Includes spool valve top half, gaskets, and oil pressure sensor for hassle-free installation
- • **Leak-Proof Design:** Eliminates oil leaks that can disable your alternator
- • **Cost-Effective Repair:** Replace only the top half and gasket, saving $$$ over full valve swaps
- • **Plug-and-Play Fitment:** Use the garage tool to confirm perfect compatibility with select Acura/Honda models
- • **Engine Performance Restored:** Engineered to revive VTEC efficiency and smooth operation

## Overview

The Dorman 918-056 Variable Valve Timing Solenoid is a precision-engineered replacement part designed specifically for select Acura and Honda VTEC engines. It enables a cost-saving repair by replacing only the top half of the spool valve and gaskets, restoring engine performance while preventing damaging oil leaks that can ruin your alternator. Compatible with multiple model years, this all-in-one kit simplifies installation and ensures a perfect fit when verified with the garage tool.

## Description

When the gasket on the original equipment variable valve timing (VVT) spool valve fails on VTEC engines on certain Acura and Honda vehicles, the dealer only offers a complete, costly valve assembly as a replacement. But Honda has acknowledged the bottom half of the factory spool valve usually isn't necessary to replace, instructing its dealership technicians in one service bulletin to simply dispose of that bottom half of the new assembly when it arrives instead of going through the effort to replace it. This Dorman OE FIX VVT spool valve is designed to save money by enabling the replacement of just the top half of the spool valve and the failed gaskets, saving unnecessary expense, helping to restore engine performance, and eliminating oil leaks that can land on and destroy the alternator. This part is compatible with the following vehicles. Before purchasing, enter your vehicle trim in the garage tool to confirm fitment. [Acura RDX: 2013, 2014, 2015] - [Honda Accord Crosstour: 2010, 2011] - [Honda Accord: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012] - [Honda Crosstour: 2012] - [Honda Odyssey: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017] - [Honda Pilot: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015]

Review: Easy installation - Work good
Review: Perfect solution for 2011 Odyssey EX with P3497 error code - This fixed my P3497 code problem that I created when I replaced the gasket for the original VVT that was leaking oil all over my alternator. Though the aftermarket gaskets would solve the oil leak, they were also not made of the right material and were flaking apart at the seams causing the VVT to get gummed up with gasket material thus randomly throwing the P3497 code. The gaskets that came with this one did not show any seam, they were molded perfectly. I went ahead and replaced everything that was included. Dorman hit a home run by packaging all the gaskets, plate and alignment pins with bolts in this replacement part. Torqued to 104 inch pounds (104 in lbs), reconnected all the wires and away I went. Warning 1: DO NOT use Hondabond High-Temp Silicone Liquid Gasket or any other gasket maker, sealer or silicone. The flow of oil is pressurized and will take small pieces of the gasket material residue along with the oil flow and can jam up the VVT, causing you to replace the VVT again. The gasket itself will seal just fine. Warning 2: Torque to 104 INCH pounds, not foot pounds (104 inch lbs to converted to ft lbs is about 8.6 ft lbs). You need a special torque wrench for inch torque in this range, if you can't find one at your local auto parts store and don't want to buy one on desertcart check out a bicycle shop. Try to get a click-stop or electric torque wrench that clearly indicates you reached the torque. I personally own a CDI 2502MRMH 3/8″ drive 30 to 250 inch lbs model - shipped and sold by desertcart, CDI is a high quality torque wrench brand owned by Snap-On.

## Features

- Saves money - this VVT spool valve is designed to save money by enabling the replacement of just the top half of the spool valve and the failed gasket instead of replacing the whole valve assembly
- Simplified repair - comes complete with the top half of the spool valve, gaskets, and oil pressure sensor for a simple, less expensive repair on specified Honda and Acura vehicles
- Restores performance - engineered to help restore performance of VTEC engines when original gasket(s) or valve(s) fail
- Prevents damage - eliminates spool valve oil leaks that can drip onto and destroy the alternator, and ultimately disable the vehicle
- Ensure fit - Input your vehicle into the garage tool and check Confirmed Fit bar at the top of the page. If there is an “i” in a blue circle, additional verification is needed. Please hover over the "i" to verify fitment notes match your vehicle.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00GYW8G18 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #29,157 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #19 in Solenoid Valves |
| Brand | Dorman |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (365) |
| Date First Available | August 17, 2016 |
| Exterior Finish | Machined |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00885484377783 |
| Inlet Connection Type | Press |
| Item Weight | 15.8 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 7.36 x 5.39 x 5.12 inches |
| Item model number | 918-056 |
| Manufacturer | Dorman Products |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 918-056 |
| Material | Metal |
| Model | 918-056 |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| OEM Part Number | 2T1136; TS1136; VTS1204; VV1182; VVS1838; VVS320; VVT282; 15810-R70-A04; 15810R70A03 |
| Outlet Connection Size | 0.25 Inches |
| Outlet Connection Type | NPT |
| Product Dimensions | 7.36 x 5.39 x 5.12 inches |
| UPC | 885484377783 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Dorman
- **Exterior Finish:** Machined
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00885484377783
- **Inlet Connection Type:** Press
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7.36 x 5.39 x 5.12 inches
- **Manufacturer:** Dorman Products
- **Material:** Metal
- **Number of Ports:** 1
- **Outlet Connection Size:** 0.25 Inches
- **Outlet Connection Type:** NPT

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy installation
*by N***N on November 11, 2025*

Work good

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect solution for 2011 Odyssey EX with P3497 error code
*by A***. on May 9, 2021*

This fixed my P3497 code problem that I created when I replaced the gasket for the original VVT that was leaking oil all over my alternator. Though the aftermarket gaskets would solve the oil leak, they were also not made of the right material and were flaking apart at the seams causing the VVT to get gummed up with gasket material thus randomly throwing the P3497 code. The gaskets that came with this one did not show any seam, they were molded perfectly. I went ahead and replaced everything that was included. Dorman hit a home run by packaging all the gaskets, plate and alignment pins with bolts in this replacement part. Torqued to 104 inch pounds (104 in lbs), reconnected all the wires and away I went. Warning 1: DO NOT use Hondabond High-Temp Silicone Liquid Gasket or any other gasket maker, sealer or silicone. The flow of oil is pressurized and will take small pieces of the gasket material residue along with the oil flow and can jam up the VVT, causing you to replace the VVT again. The gasket itself will seal just fine. Warning 2: Torque to 104 INCH pounds, not foot pounds (104 inch lbs to converted to ft lbs is about 8.6 ft lbs). You need a special torque wrench for inch torque in this range, if you can't find one at your local auto parts store and don't want to buy one on Amazon check out a bicycle shop. Try to get a click-stop or electric torque wrench that clearly indicates you reached the torque. I personally own a CDI 2502MRMH 3/8″ drive 30 to 250 inch lbs model - shipped and sold by Amazon, CDI is a high quality torque wrench brand owned by Snap-On.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fits perfect!
*by A***R on January 30, 2025*

2013 Honda Pilot. Had a small oil leak when where this solenoid was. Didn’t want it to ruin my alternator. Two plugs and 3 bolts and it slid out right underneath the wiring harness. All pieces fit great. 35 minutes later it was installed and the leak is gone. The gaskets fit perfectly. Thank you for not having to bring it in to the dealership. Old vs new in picture.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-02*