Replace a Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve on a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4L Ecotec P0014
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- Опубликовано: 13 сен 2024
- My 2008 Malibu had error code P0014 . Replacing the exhaust cam position actuator solenoid valve fixed it.Variable valve timing solenoid valve.
This video was perfect in every way. Extremely thorough and provided complete instruction on each and every stop of the process. My check engine light is off and my 08 Malibu is running like a charm.
Thank you so much for this video, my husband and I fixed the problem in all of 20 minutes. We payed $43 for the part, saving us $270 that the mechanic estimated.
Thanks. Glad it helped!
Saved us several hundred dollars as well!
Was this problem causing your car to take a while to turn on?
My 2009 Chevy Malibu had a code of P0010-Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit Open Bank 1 and my husband was able to follow the instructions in this video to fix the problem that was causing my engine light to be on: THANK YOU FOR POSTING THIS VIDEO!!!
luvyurslf im having the same issue with my 2009 has the light come back on at all
Same for 2012
I can't say thank you enough for this video. Plenty of videos on how to change out the solenoids, but this has all the details I needed. I could not figure out how to take the engine cover off. Thank you!
You are very welcome. Great job , and thanks so much for watching.
Changed my intake solenoid on a 2014 Chevy Equinox after watching your video. Literally took 20 minutes, all said and done. Thanks for the video. Great job!
I just did this repair on my 2009 Malibu today after watching your video. It cleared the code and my engine seems to be running better now. Thank you for posting this.
Great ! Glad the video was helpful.
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Do you remember what code you were receiving? Was it P0010? Thanks!
@@cjmshadow89 P0013,and P0014.
Thank you very much for the video i followed the instructions it took me about 30 minutes from start to finish i saved a lot of money by ordering it from Amazon it cost me $27.00 for both actuator solenoid and the auto parts store it was$43.00 for one
You are welcome. I am glad the video was helpful. On top of that the dealer would charge about $220 for this service so good job!
its 2am in the morning and i am currently replacing my intake.....your instruction is p.erfect....ill update oncecompleted
Liar. Update
Mechanic said it would be $500 to fix, ran the engine code at autozone, got the right part, intake for now I'm sure I'll have to replace the exhaust soon, watched this video and did it myself. Thanks for saving me over $400
Lesson learned here your so called mechanic is a dishonest guy an thief imagine all the others he s taking for a ride besides you. A comment like this is the reason why I do all my own work before RUclips an till this day.
Chevy has a 100,000 mile warranty on the power train so got mine done for free.
This video worked perfectly for my 2010 Malibu. I changed both of the solenoids this morning, Only thing with mine was that the Ecotec cowling on top was harder to get off, but if you lift it from the back first, the front will start coming loose. Excellent video lastmoto777, thanks.
Thanks so much! My 2009 cobalt was running slightly rough at times (particularly a rough idle) and giving code P0010. I replaced both the intake and exhaust camshaft position actuator solenoid valves and that fixed it. The parts were GM 12655421 and 12655420 for my vehicle (2.2 L ecotec engine, 2009 cobalt)
just to add:
P0010 & P0011 Intake valve
P0013 & P0014 Exhaust valve
but we always just replace both also once any of these codes appear since these are relatively high failure rate parts. Note that the 11 & 13 codes can also be an issue in their respective wiring harnesses.
Thanks, saved lots of money and time. I just wish changing headlight was as easy.
Watching this was like the bob ross of mechanics. Beautiful.
Wow. I paint so thank you so much for that compliment! I am also glad the video was helpful.
Thank you so much for posting this video. I replaced both intake and exhaust camshaft position solenoid valves in my 2009 Chevy HHR, this past weekend. Your video made it a breeze. Did it in my garage in a little under an hour.
Thanks for the kind words. Glad it helped.
Thank you for uploading this video. This video saved us several hundred dollars of repair from Tuffy.
Thanks. I am glad the video was helpful.
This video was dead on and I was able to replace the intake side. Saved on labor cost. Thanks!
Great video, thank you! I followed it for my 2009 Pontiac G6. The steps were almost identical, maybe one less thing to disconnect on the G6 than on the Malibu. I don't have any leftover pieces, engine is running smooth, and check engine light is off!
Great, Glad the video helped.
Very Nice Video! Nice commentary, straight and to the point as title points out - Nice work, keep it up!
thanks for this video just changed mines in a 2011 buick regal came out perfect i appreciate it i probably just saved 500 bucks.... you know those shops will lie and tell you it's something worse and all the time it's simple and something you can do on your own thanks again
You're welcome. Glad the video helped.
Yep 😆😆🖒🖒
really good video :) thanks my engine light is gone!! code p0010 on chevy malibu 2009
Very Nice. I was able to do the job and save myself some money! Thanks
Thanks a lot. I had the same problem with my CAPTIVA ECOTEC (From Brazil). This video is GREAT!
Excellent, clear instructions and well spoken, thank-you.
Worked Great!! Cleared the problem in less than 10 minutes!!
Awesome. I am glad the video was helpful.
This is a common problem with the G6. Thank goodness its a easy and affordable fix
very cool, looks simple and could knock out the random popping up of the engine light ( followed by that error code)
Thanks
Sadly this also looks easier than changing the headlamps
GREAT VIDEO sir. I just got that error on my '09 malibu. Ill be doing that fix on it tomorrow. Just wanted to say thanks for such a clear and instructional video.
Did it work on your malibu did the engine light went off??
Diego Garcia yes it did. It was an easy replacement. I went with original GM pays so it was a bit more expensive but it did fix it. I replaced both sensors.
You are a blessing. thank you. I am going to get my car from the shop and change it myself!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the kind words. You can do it!!!!! Good luck with it.
thanks for the video. they just started acting up on my 2012 Equinox
Glad the video helped. Good luck with it.
2016 buick verano, engine turning off on idle, problem fixed. Thank you so much!!
You are welcome.I am glad the video was helpful. Best of luck with it
Very helpful. Helped me with my 2009 Cobalt. Thanks!
Saved me about $230, thanks man
You are welcome. Thats why I make the vids! I am glad the video was helpful.
This video is also good for 2012 Buick Regal GS. Thank you for this video. Very nice
Very good video. Thanks I have the same issue with my 2012 chevy Equa.
Thank you. I am glad the video was helpful.Same Ecotec series motor.
Yes, those parts worked wonderfully, but at 5 different auto stores they kept insisting the other one was the one I needed. They do not even sell the "Bullit" type positioner.
Nice presentation! Good step by step with tool descriptions. Best on RUclips>
Thank you!. Glad the video was helpful.
Great video. Seems like these last about 100,000 miles or so. The pair cost about $90 at the auto store. Chinese more than likely.
You're welcome. Glad the video was helpful. Yeah and also what I discovered is keeping reasonably clean oil in the motor definitely helps longevity wise. Really dirty oil kills these thing quickly. (and your engine too lol.)
Thanks! Great visuals and info! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks! I am glad the video was helpful.
put oil cap back on b4 blowing debri
I know, really.
I was like 0.o
I guess it's an easy way to tell it's not his car lol
And cover the throttle body lol
No doubt. wtf?
Do you use motor oil for the parts you grease
really big help thanks!
This video saved me 582 bucks!! Thank you so much, good by Check engine Light!!
Christopher Wilson Great!..... Glad to hear it!
Great video
Thank you. I am glad the video was helpful.
@@lastmoto777 it was very I just ordered one from Auto zone waiting to replace it thank you again
Good time to also clean the throttle body, thanks for sharing
Great video. Gonna change mine 2mar. But did u take off both pos and neg battery cables or jus the neg.
Probably both would be better. Sorry for the late response. I was at the beach last week Best of luck with it.
Very well explained video thanks!!
Thanks for the vid, it really helped out a lot!!
thanx for the vid, just did a set on my wife's 2010 malibu, good to go 👍🏼
Good ! Glad the video helped.
sincerely very good explanation. thanks for the video
thanks a lot for helping me on my pontiac g6
Your welcome. This should be the procedure for any EcoTech 4 cyl. engine
Worked like a charm. Thanks
Should have read "Would this fix ALSO take care of my problem as well?" Thanks!
I replaced BOTH cam position sensors and im now getting code p0017, bank 1 sensor b but I switched out both sensors. Should I now replace the actuator??
OK.. I cant give you an accurate answer for that one... This is a list of the possible causes of that code
Causes may include: Timing chain stretched, or timing belt skipped a tooth due to wear Misalignment of timing belt/chain Tone ring on crankshaft slipped/broken Tone ring on camshaft slipped/broken Bad crank sensor Bad cam sensor Damaged wiring to crank/cam sensor Timing belt/chain tensioner damaged An improperly torqued crankshaft balancer A mis-built or mis-timed engine A loose or missing crankshaft balancer bolt The CMP actuator solenoid stuck open The CMP actuator stuck in a position other than 0 degrees
That list is from GM
DO NOT GO TO A SHOP FOR THIS. Was just quoted 500 dollars for repair and bought the parts and did it myself in 15 mins
Parts only cost me 100 dollars for both exhaust and intake
Awesome job Jordan! I am glad the video was helpful.
replaced both valves in my 2009 cobalt 2.2L today same setup but i didn't disconnect the battery.. just used my obd 2 code scanner to erase the code the chinesium bolt snapped off in the engine so i had to walk it back out then put the old one in other than that no problems got both the valves on amazon for $37 every auto store around wanted $50 for the exh and $62 for int valves
WoW just to think the dealer charges $300 + for a 30min job f-in highway robbery thank god for RUclips. Thnx so much for this Vid. Could you do the same exact Vid for a 04-10 Colorado/canyon/I-350.
If it has thies solenoids lol.
Thanks for video! There was an error P0013 in my vehicle and check engine was ON. I changed the actuators just like the way you showed but the check light is still ON. Appreciate it if you tell me your idea. I have a 2009 Malibu
I know this is a little late but if the light doesn't go out after a couple of days of driving. It is something else causing the error code. Check to see if any of the little wires to the plugs are not broken.
@@lastmoto777 It's gone. Thanks!
Very thorough. Thanks!
Problem is, the local auto store do not sell this type. They want to sell you the sideways mount ones on the head and the block. Ordered from the link on amazon, paid 26.00 for the pair.
I think they are trying to sell you a cam position sensor. That is the wrong part, you need a exhaust or intake cam position actuator solenoid . I would go to another parts store, or talk to a different parts person. This is the part that adjusts your variable valve timing. Best of luck with it.
Thanks for the info
Nice video ! Made the job easy. THANKS.
great video. Very helpful. Thank you.
thanks for the info!
what kind of oil did you rub on the actuator?
It was just motor oil . I didn't want to just put it in dry. Hope this helps.
Great video. I had a my MIL come on on my '11 Regal with a P0013 code which I noted and cleared. Waiting to see if it repeats.
After changing out these actuator solenoid(s), do they need to be reprogrammed by the GM service shop to work?
No... They will work correctly. It should run well right away providing that was the only problem.
Nice job on the video.... thanks for the effort.
I got poo10 code , should I change both or just the intake?
Most of the time if one starts to fail the other one will be right behind it.So I would replace both . Good luck with it.
Thank you for the detailed video! Do you know if cleaning the screen portion of the exhaust solenoid would be helpful as I have heard.
It may help, but it is usually the electrical part of the solenoid valve that is failing.
Try blowing out with compressed air. Each valve get clogged but mostly the exhaust valve. Compressed air works most of the time.
Thanks. I didnt try that but it makes sense. I know if you let your oil get real dirty they will fail sooner. Sometimes its an electrical failures as well.
If its not just a bad connector then that's when you have to dig into the pocket..
My car has 70 thousand on it. I cleaned it at 55.
Trailblazer 2002: can u use the engine oil to lubricate my camshaft, or comp cam lube highly recommended to mixed with engine oil?
Curious - do you know about how much a mechanic will charge for this repair on a 2009 malibu, including parts?
Around 320
will you ever be doing a diy video for a 2012 sonic same code & removal/replacement for same camshaft timing positioning sensors? is it that easy?
Did you notice any noise when this code came up? Over a year ago, I had this error code in my Pontiac G6 with 2.4 l Ecotec. By the time I got it into the dealer, the check engine light had dismissed itself and there was apparently no codes. Later on I started to notice a kind of knocking noise, it honestly kind of sounds like a small diesel engine, thats the best way I can describe the sound. It only makes said noise when 1.) The engine is warm at normal running temp. 2.) the car is coasting, coming to a stop. 3.) The car is traveling anywhere from 10 to 20 MPH. All 3 of these conditions have to be met for the noise to happen. When coming to a stop, if it is making the noise, once I get right below 10 MPH, the noise immediately cuts off. The super specific rules for reproduction made it a nightmare for the tech at the dealer to even hear it, so I stared taking detailed notes of when it happened. When I finally got it to reproduce for the tech, he had no idea what was wrong. His computer said that the timing chain actuator was increasing and decreasing properly, there are no codes and no check engine light. He even brought it up at some sort of convention and the only advice he received was to drive another car just like it and see if it made the same noise... it didn't. My car has made this noise for months and it is driving me nuts that no body has any idea on what is wrong with it.
After the tech told me there was nothing wrong with it, I asked for it in writing so that if the engine blew up, they would be responsible... no such luck. The worst part is, it started one month after warranty expired, and I know I could of got a goodwill fix out of it, but now being over a year later, I'm sure it's on me.
Sorry for the long post, but any help or advice you have is extremely appreciated.
My 08 did the same thing with the valves clattering at start up ,until it was warm. I replaced the Cam Pos. Actuator solenoids and the cam position sensor and it ran good after that. No more codes ! As a matter of fact it ran noticeably better , kinda like it was new again.
The problem you're having is the timing chain tensioner. The diesel like noise you're describing is the chain slapping off of the guide. Replace the tensioner.
I was afraid of that, sounds expensive... Thanks for getting back to me!
If your mechanically inclined you can do the job yourself.. It consists of removing the valve cover. The part itself is right around 60 bucks.. You should you decide to do it yourself a very very close attention to the timing works because everything has to go on exactly how you took it off. If you take it in the job should cost around $300
You're a rockstar Mike Desj! What makes me really mad, is when I took it in to Mr. Goodwrench under warranty, I suggested they look at the timing chain and I was told (without them looking at it at all) that wasn't what it was. In fact the dealer (again without looking, just listening and checking for codes) told me my car was fine and just to drive it. Funny though, they wouldn't sign an affidavit to the fact.
Would this work for a 2007 pontiac solstice?
SUCCESSFUL!!!!! thank you so much!!!!
You're welcome...Glad the video was helpful.
The parts cost $55 each at a dealer. I just had both done at the dealer and with the diagnosis and labor cost me $250
Thanks man
You are welcome. Glad the video was helpful.
great video.
Thank you. Glad the video helped.
I'm having a p0020 code for the actuator. Is this the procedure?
Great video thanks helps a lot
Great! I am glad the video helped
Are the wire harnesses different for each unit? .I've noticed on RockAuto one has a rectangle wire harness and the other has a mushroom shaped. I'm assuming that is so they don't get mixed up.
I think there is probably is a difference, but both valve plugs are oval shaped and very similar. Thats why I did them one at a time to ensure no mix up. anyway good luck with it.
Question: what happens if you connect in the wrong ones of intake and exhaust? When you here the click sound
O'Reilly's, Napa, Auto Zone, and Advanced auto do not even list these parts for the 2.4 Eco Tech Engine.
Here is a link to Amazon. Make sure you order the ones that look like the ones in the video. best of luck with it. If it doesn't link copy and paste it. www.amazon.com/s?k=chevrolet+malibu+ecotec+Camshaft+Position+Actuator+Solenoid+Valve&i=automotive&ref=nb_sb_noss
Hi I have a 2012 Chevy Malibu with code P0013. My car constantly doesn't start so I pull out the fuel pump module an it starts after I do that. Sometimes my car will lose power for a couple seconds then will drive ok after a bit ran a diagnostic an this shows up do u think that this could be the reason my car won't start after sitting overnight? Thanks
Thank you for this video! I cant remove the exhaust solenoid. Any suggestions??
I am going to try and remove the intake one first, to have more space in the area. Could I use one of those spray on lubricants?
Thanks again, it worked! I took out the intake and it cleared the room to remove the exhaust. VERY HARD! I broke it in half, just below the screens. Car runs great so far😁
I guess a drop wouldn't hurt. Sometimes the solenoids can be pretty stubborn coming out. I have had to grab them with channel locks and get a little aggressive with them before. Good luck with it. Thanks for watching.
My 2007 Pontiac G6 shutoff going down the road and will not startup, Do you know my problem? I have a 3.5l engine.
I have a 2009 Pontiac G6, and the CEL has been on for a bit now. I got the code P0013 and cleared it. It came back with the same code. Is this the proper way to fix that trouble code?
It,s not 100%. but there is a good chance this will fix it. the p0013 & 14 are for these actuator solenoids. . Just a side note. When these don't work right the engine will run but it;s hard on the engine so dont put it off too long. lol. Good luck with it
lastmoto777 I just replaced the exhaust valve solenoid and the check engine light came off. Even though I fixed the problem should I still replace the intake solenoid?
@@cullencanavin5523 Thats up to you. I always feel like if one failed the other can't be far behind. I just do it so that I wont be doing the same exact job a month from now. However who knows. You can just wait for the intake to fail and replace it then. It's your call. Best of luck with it!
I can reverse and drive fine BUT like i said...takes a while to catch speed..especially on a elavated road
Mike it may be running poorly , or the transmission may be slipping . Best of luck with it.
@@lastmoto777 so the solenoids dont got nun to do?
What year n model is this car??? My engine dont have those 2 solenoids😱
2008 Malibu 2LT. The solenoids should be side by side on any ecotec 4 cylinder.
@@lastmoto777 nope..mines a 2008 Chevy Malibu Classic
@@Alamo_City_Tx And what engine does it have?
@@donsmith9478 2.2. Liter
any advice on how to get them out when they are stuck
Is this the same on a 2008 Chevy Cobalt LT Coupe 2.2 L
Yes. if it is an ecotec 4 cylinder it is the same as the 2.4L. Best of luck with it.
put the oil cap back on before cleaning with air to prevent suff going into that giant hole
Your right. Good point. Thanks !
How long does this take to do for both? I have no way to do it myself but, if going to a dealer, I don't want to be overcharged for maybe 10 mins of labor.
The dealership will charge for labor according to what their computer says the time should be. If for example it says 45 minutes, that's what they will charge you for, plus parts.I don't think it should take more than an hour for both.I encourage you that if you have any friend or family member with some tools to do it yourself. That will be the most inexpensive way possible.Order your parts online. ( they will always be less expensive that way.) I use GMPARTSIRECT.com . Whatever you do ,good luck with that Rebecca.
I know this may sound like a crazy question, but do these instructions apply to pontiac g5 vehicles?
If it has an ecotec 4 cylinder engine it will be the same! I beleive that is what the G5 has. Good luck with that.
Is the shift selenoid B intake or exhaust?
Hi last moto. How mush it will cost to replace the Solenoid Valve including part and labor?
When our Malibu was repaired under warranty the invoice showed like $218 for just one. Its all labor costs mostly. I bought the valves from gmpartsdirect.com about $50 each. If you can do it yourself you will save like $300 ! Good luck with it!
The description says exhaust solenoid but the video shows the intake solenoid being replaced. I realize that the procedure would be the same but what is the reason for the discrepancy?
The code is for the exhaust side , but in the video I replaced both intake and exhaust . the pic is just a pic from the total project.
That makes sense. We did the exhaust solenoid tonight on my friend's Chevy HHR. When we pulled it out, it was caked with metal shavings. We pulled the Intake one out as well because of what we found and it too was caked in metal shavings. I did some research and it sounds like these 2.4L GM engines are basically time bombs. My buddy only has something like 140k on the engine. It's very sad.
Great video, and thank you for the response to my comment.
Metal shavings....That can't be a good thing. Sorry. That stinks. Our Malibu has been ticking and tapping since the day we bought it. Chevy said thats normal for this engine.Tick tick,tick as you appropriately have said " a ticking timebomb "
Is this why i dnt catch speed right away?im thinking it was my transmision.
What problems do you have if intake solenoid actuator is stuck? After replacing what difference will there be?
Your car will run better. The variable timing will be able to adjust as it gets input from the computer. Depending on how poorly the one you have is functioning there can be a small difference to a huge difference ( like ours). I could really notice the change. It felt like new again to me. Either way at least the engine will be functioning properly ! Good luck with that.
have a 2012 chevy malibu LT.. I bought the right exhaust valve but I'm scared that I don't wanna un screw the engine cover the wrong way. need quick tips guys. considering fixing it myself.