Chevy Malibu 2.4 : P0016 P0017 The Diagnosis

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  • Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
  • In this video I have a look at a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu with the 2.4 ecotech fresh from the auction. The check engine light is on with the infamous P0016 and P0017 codes. 90% of shops will just slam a timing set in it, but how do you 100% know what it needs? Could it be a slipped reluctor ring on the cam? It only takes a few minutes to bee 100% Remember, TEST DON'T GUESS! -Enjoy!
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  • @SouthMainAuto
    @SouthMainAuto  5 лет назад +43

    PICO SOFTWARE: www.picoauto.com/downloads MUST DOWNLOAD TO VIEW WAVEFORMS
    *Known Good CMP-CKP: drive.google.com/open?id=1rDeMuHr0yLYK-Y2ccF98uYVctffF7PJG
    *CMP-CKP Waveform From This Car: drive.google.com/open?id=1-lGMzfQZiKyXi2cEfc01FdixmJCA4hJJ
    *In Cylinder Pressure Waveform: drive.google.com/open?id=1cZnOGfGRe04fzybb6eZS4zqMLD3sS87L
    Sam @ Tool Hut USA: ruclips.net/channel/UCosIVoFqpQ3jUIEhq5GCMAA

    • @d913y
      @d913y 5 лет назад +1

      Great video! Btw how do you record your computer screen into the video? Thanks:)

    • @rudyfierro1221
      @rudyfierro1221 3 года назад +1

      Awesome video, Keep up the great content. Huge favor to ask, may I have you please update your download links. I have similar engine that I'm working on P0016 and P0017. Thanks in advance for your efforts.

    • @michael-qp9xd
      @michael-qp9xd 2 года назад

      Hello - got code of p0016 on my 2.0 Ecotec turbo engine so just the intake camshaft timing off with respect to crank shaft. Not getting code p0017 which would be the exhaust camshaft off too. So thinking then not timing chain problem say jumped as would get p0017 too. Replaced both camshaft actuators and still problem of rough engine and cel still showing just p0016. So could be the reluctor on intake camshaft or maybe the intake camshaft timing sensor - u think one of these most probably? Thanks for any ideas.

    • @DevJB
      @DevJB Год назад +1

      If there is top end rattle noise, it's probably the chain guides, chain and intake cam phaser gear is sloppy or there is an issue with the primary tensioner not getting enough pressure from oil galley. Clog, or bad oil, or front guide rattled and broke.
      Could be reluctor ring, typically is the intake phaser and front primary guide in these ecotec's.. Which if the front guide breaks, the oil pan and sump need cleaned out, along with oil galleys through entire engine or there will be micro-plastic getting into the hydraulic lash adjusters, phasers and tensioners in return causing slack's and front guide rattle\failure.

    • @JoelAutomotiveInaction
      @JoelAutomotiveInaction Год назад

      Nice case study , I was trying to download the waforms to play with them but a message say , "No available .
      404. That’s an error.
      The requested URL was not found on this server. That’s all we know.
      Thanks for sharing Eric .

  • @andrewk778
    @andrewk778 5 лет назад +60

    I enjoy all your videos. I usually do not comment, as you have many subscribers with comments. But I found this to be an exceptionally good diagnostic video. The pressure waveform data complimenting the cam/crank data was great. Thank you for sharing.

    • @geoffmorgan6059
      @geoffmorgan6059 5 лет назад +5

      Excellent! Diagnostic skills deserving of a brain surgeon. I salute you for working for an owner who wants to do his own grunt work. Most shops want the customer to commit to have the work done or they will not share any diagnostic data. Of course, some of those shops are guessing and don't have the skills you have. Of course in the end the engine has to come down at least as to the timing "drive" gear level, which on these transverse engine layouts is a nightmare. Thanks for a great, informative video!

  • @NatHan-mi2lj
    @NatHan-mi2lj 5 лет назад +11

    The pressure transducer seemed excessive until i watched through the analysis. No wrenches, no bolts, guaranteed diagnosis.. Well Done!!

  • @dirtracingfan8742
    @dirtracingfan8742 5 лет назад +104

    I’m a pretty smart fellow when it comes to cars but Eric makes me feel like an oil change tech.

    • @jimbim8604
      @jimbim8604 5 лет назад +12

      You clearly haven't seen Eric's oil change videos. Get ready to feel like an assistant cleanup tech at Jiffylube.

    • @jamespn
      @jamespn 5 лет назад +5

      From your mouth to God’s ears. I feel the same way.

    • @CubasAutomotive
      @CubasAutomotive 5 лет назад +11

      @@jamespn the average Joe or Jane can do this. Get a scope. Most techs already have one and don't use. If you have a Verus, a Modis, or even a Vantage... you have one. Just start playing around with it. Start on known goods... get out to training events. TST is in a 1.5 wk. Get on AES wave, order a John Thornton class which arrives on a USB.
      Eric has proved ANYONE can do this. He's not a college graduate. He's mostly self taught. Get out there and try it! 😊😊

    • @geosutube
      @geosutube 5 лет назад +6

      After every show, Eric says, “Remember, if I can do it, you can do it.” Stop thinking you can’t and watch what Eric does, take notes, and start at the beginning, with your next job, add in the time to do just one more thing, and build on that.

    • @markegan5330
      @markegan5330 5 лет назад +5

      Same here. This guy is a cut above. I stumbled onto his channel just trying to peek ahead to intake gaskets on the mini van. Probably tied for my favorite channel with AVE.

  • @VoltageDropDiagnostics
    @VoltageDropDiagnostics 5 лет назад +25

    I’m just over here nerding out on the picoscope analysis 😂🤣
    Great video, and diagnosis.

  • @jonathonvanmeter4893
    @jonathonvanmeter4893 5 лет назад +35

    Greys and whites equal wisdom...makes Dr O a pretty wise man.

  • @dpyles9396
    @dpyles9396 5 лет назад +2

    I'll bet your school teachers would be extremely surprised! You turned out to be a pretty smart fella! Your grasp of the info contained in those waveforms was quite impressive. THANKS AGAIN for great informative videos.

  • @rmr5740
    @rmr5740 5 лет назад +4

    Honesty, integrity and intelligence. The folks in your town are lucky to have you.

  • @15743_Hertz
    @15743_Hertz 5 лет назад +3

    At first, I thought that Mr. O had been replaced by a pod person, but then he troubleshot the car and I realized that he had left his hat off...
    Thank you for a very interesting analysis, thumbs up!

  • @treckie7274
    @treckie7274 5 лет назад +11

    Eric you are a damn good mechanic, very knowledgeable and very humble. You are always willing to learn more and trying to be the best mechanic there is and if you aren't youre damn close. Thank you for everything keep up the great work.

  • @snw56
    @snw56 5 лет назад +21

    Thanks Eric O. These cam/crank collocation videos using the Pico and cylinder pressure test are very helpful. Thanks to you and others, I'm no longer sitting on the fence debating with myself what bi-directional scan tool and scope to purchase. Purchased the Autel 908 and 4-channel Pico scope yesterday. Should be on delivery truck today.

    • @michaelstjohn6086
      @michaelstjohn6086 5 лет назад +2

      did your Autel work?

    • @snw56
      @snw56 5 лет назад +2

      @@michaelstjohn6086 Both units are in transit on a UPS truck from AESwave. Delivery date scheduled for Tuesday next week.

  • @orville58
    @orville58 5 лет назад +8

    The way you explain things is very clear to me thank you for sharing your knowledge and going the extra mile to show all the other possible ways to confirm your diagnosis. Great video as always

  • @erniehenshaw4161
    @erniehenshaw4161 4 года назад

    Love Your channel.Semi Retired shop owner 36 yrs from Mass.You're a super tech .Honest And Thorough.Keep em coming i'll keep watchin.

  • @fascistpedant758
    @fascistpedant758 5 лет назад +1

    This is the best automotive repair video I remember watching. Only clear, accurate, pertinent, and complete information, well presented. Excellent videography. All it's missing is quirky sound effects and maybe a funky wig for entertainment value. You're getting pretty good at this. Thanks again for the great vids.

    • @dosgos
      @dosgos 5 лет назад

      Not missing any stupid Hollywood effects. This is an all out assault of information.

  • @andrewwilson8317
    @andrewwilson8317 5 лет назад

    Jobs like this make you realise just what an amazing resource the Pico Scope is. After reviewing the online support you realise it is an absolute bargain that you can't work effectively without. I would be lost without it!

  • @Sandbag1300
    @Sandbag1300 5 лет назад +7

    You are getting spectacular at these diagnostic presentations! My bet is that only 15% of domestic auto mechanics in the USA use a scope in their diagnostics. The Pico compression analysis was very interesting. Confirmed advanced timing as the Exhaust valve opened before 180 degrees, in your diagram at 25:12, thus drawing a vacuum in the cylinder on the piston down stroke and the exhaust valve closed before 360 degrees, in your diagram at 25:12, which built up pressure in the cylinder before the intake valve opened at 360 degrees for the down stroke of the piston. Neat stuff! (I am not a mechanic).

    • @Blazer02LS
      @Blazer02LS 5 лет назад

      I doubt scope use is even that high. Closer to 5% maybe.

    • @Sandbag1300
      @Sandbag1300 5 лет назад

      @@Blazer02LS I was being kind!

    • @cavemanstyle1376
      @cavemanstyle1376 5 лет назад

      Working flat rate, most of the time you're only going to get paid an hour to diagnose a problem. Pulling out the scope setting it up there's at least 10 minutes right there. If you were a mechanic you would understand why we don't spend what little precious time we have to use a scope and be 110% sure of our diagnosis every time. It's pull in the car, find the problem as fast as you can, pull it out, on to the next one. Otherwise you will go home poor.

    • @cavemanstyle1376
      @cavemanstyle1376 5 лет назад

      I have a scope but I don't even keep it at work, not enough occasion to use it.

  • @wallingj68
    @wallingj68 5 лет назад +26

    SMA - The Formal Edition
    Excellent diagnosis path as always Mr O!

  • @flagmichael
    @flagmichael 5 лет назад

    That observation about the exhaust valve closing early, and what it means to the reality of the cam timing as opposed to the instrumentation, is truly the mark of a guru!

  • @SuperDave21
    @SuperDave21 5 лет назад +1

    You're a diagnostic Guru Eric..... smart man, knows what he's doing and is kind enough to share his wisdom!! Good for you man!

  • @footbalineman58
    @footbalineman58 5 лет назад +1

    Hey Eric, as usual I always enjoy your videos. One tip I want to share to you and everybody else is with the tech 2 cam data. This has worked on multiple impalas with me, if you have a timing code. Clear the code just like you did but DONT start the engine yet, pull up your cam data first then start and run the engine. Your desired and actual cam positions PIDS will display for a very brief moment (3-4 seconds maybe)until the codes trip again and then it will all defaults to 0 just like in the video. I’ve seen this fooled many many people

  • @Musclecar123
    @Musclecar123 5 лет назад +1

    This is 10/10 the best video on the SMA channel! The explanation of the wave form going to vacuum got me hooked and he whole thing began to make sense. I learned a great deal here.

  • @jimmcfarland740
    @jimmcfarland740 5 лет назад

    This might be the best diagnostic video you have made. You are able to teach in plain English and go through the steps of your procedure in an organized manor. I was especially amazed by the second half of the video where you demonstrated the use of the pressure transducer. What a gold mine of information the waveforms from the transducer produced. I think any tech that is involved with diagnostics at any level would benefit greatly by watching this video. Good job, man! Thanks for sharing.

  • @johndutton4860
    @johndutton4860 5 лет назад +111

    i vote for the live steam hair dye by mrs o

    • @Dirtyharry70585
      @Dirtyharry70585 5 лет назад +4

      careful about creating a feud on who has the best hair color in the family ...:)

    • @GarthGoldberg
      @GarthGoldberg 5 лет назад

      I was just thinking Grecian Formula.

    • @mattmec85
      @mattmec85 5 лет назад +1

      @@GarthGoldberg touch of grey

    • @fukkyoutube
      @fukkyoutube 5 лет назад

      just for men

    • @stickmunch
      @stickmunch 5 лет назад +1

      Nope. He's roughly a year or two older than me (I'm 37) we're both gray before 40.. Solidarity brother!! And.. Most importantly.. It's all still there..

  • @markurban4766
    @markurban4766 5 лет назад +2

    I'm following this closely, since I've got a 2.4 Ecotec in my wife's 2008 Malibu. A few yeas ago I had a cam solenoid code and it really was the solenoid, but I can see myself doing the timing chain, etc at some point. Great video.

  • @mobilemechmantim773
    @mobilemechmantim773 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you for showing how to up the sample rate on the pico. That's the one feature nobody uses and is so important to catch all the detail.

  • @bobl78
    @bobl78 5 лет назад +199

    he worked on a Chevy and his hair turned white over night

    • @rimmersbryggeri
      @rimmersbryggeri 5 лет назад +17

      Once there was this kid who got into an accident and couldnt come to school, when he finally came back, his hair had turned from black into bright white

    • @rimmersbryggeri
      @rimmersbryggeri 5 лет назад +3

      @@grabasandwich Exactly but you know. he said that t was from when the CARS had smashed so hard

    • @pl5882
      @pl5882 5 лет назад +1

      rimmersbryggeri Nice! 1993 was a good year👍

    • @glastornjet73
      @glastornjet73 5 лет назад +8

      bobl78 got it that’s what happens when you work on a Chevy I’d hate to think what happens when you work on a junk ass ford

    • @Jim-ie6uf
      @Jim-ie6uf 5 лет назад

      bobl78 you noticed it, too!

  • @JoeJalopy
    @JoeJalopy 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks, Eric, for the detailed technical information. It's interesting and you are relentless getting to the root cause of problems!

  • @BoerGuy
    @BoerGuy 5 лет назад +1

    WOW! What a great lesson in diagnostic process. I learn every time I watch you. Pull codes and check the bulitions. Good stuff.

  • @oldblueshhrchannel1847
    @oldblueshhrchannel1847 3 года назад +4

    In my experience with these Ecotec engines a P0016 indicated the timing chain has skipped a tooth, mostly due to the front guide upper bolt breaking and the guide getting chewed up.

  • @mikechiodetti6737
    @mikechiodetti6737 5 лет назад +1

    The scope nails it almost every time! Great Diagnose!

  • @Diagnosedan
    @Diagnosedan 5 лет назад +61

    Who's the new guy?😜

  • @PaulysAuto
    @PaulysAuto 5 лет назад +2

    I love doing chains on the 2.4L. I also liked how you covered that TSB. Great video as always, really cool to see both CMP/CKP & WPS to verify that TSB doesn't apply...always something to learn from you man.

  • @teacfan1080
    @teacfan1080 5 лет назад +1

    When you were showing your pico screen, and when that windows about changing your theme to improve performance came up, I thought that was on MY computer! I was just beginning to lean forward and grab the mouse, when I realized, oh, it's his!

  • @scottyakoubian9238
    @scottyakoubian9238 5 лет назад +2

    It’s freakin inspiring watching you work and hearing your thoughts. Simply amazing.

  • @jerrymoore7669
    @jerrymoore7669 5 лет назад +80

    Still using brake cleaner for hair spray?

    • @velvetjones
      @velvetjones 5 лет назад +2

      "The Good Stuff"

    • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
      @InsideOfMyOwnMind 5 лет назад +1

      Who would you rather have working on your car, no gray or with gray?

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael 5 лет назад +1

      @@InsideOfMyOwnMind LOTS of gray. We have to take a bunch of knocks before we figure things out.

    • @paulsz6194
      @paulsz6194 5 лет назад

      Apparently it rinses out the Just for men colouring.

  • @Thunderroad8517
    @Thunderroad8517 5 лет назад

    Dang Mr O! You showed that chevy who's the boss. No guessing allowed! Thanks for being an Awesome Tech and with a willingness to share and take us along. Hope you get the chain job so we could follow up with the actual visual. Seeing is believing and you show us all either physically or Electronically. Thanks again for time and videos and being so good to us!

  • @caseknifes
    @caseknifes 5 лет назад +81

    You look different without your lid on.

    • @kevinbyrne4538
      @kevinbyrne4538 5 лет назад +8

      Eric's hair appearing naked in public? on the Internet?! where everyone can see it?
      Oh, the shame.

    • @NY411Info
      @NY411Info 5 лет назад +2

      @Case Knives
      He said he was driving by and decided to stop in the shop when he was probably technically on a trip to the store for the wife. lol. Eric, you better have got the wife her wine after this detour to your shop. Us on the RUclips thank you though for thinking of us as well.

    • @kthwkr
      @kthwkr 5 лет назад +4

      I didn't even recognize him. Who is that guy?

    • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
      @InsideOfMyOwnMind 5 лет назад

      @@kthwkr That's what she said after him pulling that stunt.

    • @paulsz6194
      @paulsz6194 5 лет назад

      alx Mold even old Jeep hats break down...

  • @michaelpekarek6676
    @michaelpekarek6676 3 года назад +1

    First, much respect in this comparison to show an incorrect valve timing! I will definitely use this in the future. I just had to correct you at 24:45. You stated that the intake opens at the end of power stroke. I believe the exhaust valve opens at that time. (Hence exhaust stroke). Lol u are very thorough and I know I'm not perfect, but I had to mention it as it hung me up for a sec.

  • @codysautodiagnosticsprogra8706
    @codysautodiagnosticsprogra8706 5 лет назад +4

    Great video Eric! Love the pip editing and use of the pico. Great stuff like always bud.

  • @joeturnip4216
    @joeturnip4216 5 лет назад +1

    This is the most interesting of the SMAR Videos I've viewed. Amazing work.

  • @billyyoder8171
    @billyyoder8171 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you Dr. O. Looking spiffy. Almost thought I was on a wrong channel. Good job brother. Have a blessed and safe week.

  • @SmittySmithsonite
    @SmittySmithsonite 5 лет назад +4

    Good stuff man! Boy does in-cylinder pressure testing make a compression gauge look dated! Amazing the things you can see in there. Never used one in person, but learning from all you guys out in RUclipsLand - I did notice the pressure where there should have been vacuum, when the piston was on its way to BDC. A window into the engine! Great to be able to learn these things before I even own one.
    Wish the auto industry would use Apple products instead of buggy, glitchy Microsoft products. Can't download the PICO software on the iMac ... 😞
    I've been sold on a scope for a long time now .. but then I get into these occasional dry spells where I get no drivability jobs coming in (like now), and then I continue putting it off. I'll get one eventually. I can justify the expense just having it for my own vehicles. Same with the J-box. Just pains me that I'll have to buy another PC to make it all happen. Windows drives me nuts! I seem to spend more time fixing its problems than I do benefiting from its use.
    I actually have no paying work today. Have 3 lawn tractor jobs I can't get to, thanks to the broken truck. Going to finish working on getting the Viair air compressor system leak free in preparation for the OX Locker. Fixed a bunch of leaks yesterday that I've been meaning to get to for 4 years now. Now to get out there and see what the pressure is after 17 hours - hoping it's the same as when I left it. Maybe I'll pull the axles today and install the new seals, and also install a couple motion lights on the shop that I've been meaning to get to for the past year. :)

  • @gregleithoff5943
    @gregleithoff5943 5 лет назад

    Well, you broke out the professor thang GOOD JOB!! The power balance just blows me away. Please let us see the repair, I want to see what failed and keep up the great adventures, thank you.
    ,

  • @dougtexas
    @dougtexas 5 лет назад

    Excellent diag. Always good to see you cross-verify your diagnosis. You're definitely teaching lots of folks how to do it correctly.

  • @High_Tech_Mountain
    @High_Tech_Mountain 5 лет назад +5

    Great video thanks for going the extra step and showing us in cylinder!
    Always good to have known goods! Hopefully you get the job. Looking forward to it.

  • @thomasbaduria6854
    @thomasbaduria6854 5 лет назад

    Has good news finally found a mechanic that is fair in price . It took me almost a year and half persistent does pay off .

  • @spectrexiii5529
    @spectrexiii5529 5 лет назад

    HOLY SNOWBALL ERIC O. WHERE'S THE DECK LID? ALL THAT GRAY! From a fellow tech to another, keep it up, man. So far you're pretty much the only vehicle tech on RUclips I can always agree with. I won't mention the others. LOL

  • @elcheapo5302
    @elcheapo5302 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks, Eric. Always enjoy the scope vids. Hope to see the conclusion!

  • @ObsidianShadowHawk
    @ObsidianShadowHawk 5 лет назад +1

    Eric, thanks for putting the diagrams and screen recordings up in the editing. Makes your vids top notch and much easier to see!

  • @tomkalin4462
    @tomkalin4462 5 лет назад

    Cool thank you I work at a GM dealer ship. I have replaced a lot of the solenoids due to those codes. But it's not always the solenoids at fault...I like how you went threw the steps to show how it's done right...so there's no guess work

  • @josephdunton3651
    @josephdunton3651 5 лет назад

    Dr. O,
    I started watching your channel about a year ago and had to go back and start from the very beginning. I immediately began to suspect you and your wife are Christian-by your integrity and how you conduct yourselves and your business. I appreciate that I can watch your informative, humorous, and always entertaining channel with my boys, which I would not be comfortable doing with some other channels. You and Vanessa are wonderful role models! I hope if I'm ever accused of being a follower of the Lord I will leave enough evidence to be convicted...
    God bless!

  • @Mr100bitcoin
    @Mr100bitcoin 5 лет назад +1

    You know you made the big time when your lack of jeep hat surpasses the teachings of your videos.

  • @mannys9130
    @mannys9130 5 лет назад +21

    I saw you with no hat on and I said WHOAAAAAAA who's that guy?! 😄 Just kidding. Eric your hair is really neat to be honest. I don't know anybody who is young like you with an awesome head of white hair like that. People buy platinum dye at the store to do that. :) Wicked.

  • @jimrosson5697
    @jimrosson5697 5 лет назад +2

    I don't know if you saw it or not but I had commented on one of your older videos but me you teaching handle better car and you were doing a lot of things and showing her things I just want to thank you for passing on knowledge I've been a butcher for 40 years and I've always passed on knowledge I've turned a lot of meat Cutters over the years and made him really good and I know how important it is for someone in our experience and everything to pass on knowledge

    • @jimrosson5697
      @jimrosson5697 5 лет назад

      Thank you so much I've been watching your videos for 6 months or so now if I lived up in Upstate New York you would be by go to man

  • @tylerwilliams3868
    @tylerwilliams3868 2 года назад +1

    the in cylinder pressures are so cool. im new to getting into the scope and just used it to find a timing advanced issue. im really interested in this in cylinder issues. would love to see more videos. you explain it very well. i know this is an old video but for the next video i recommend slowing down and either showing a known good and explaining more or taking more time to see what the pressures should be. atleast thats where i got a little lost. anyways i love all your videos keep it up!

  • @ilovetheusa1964
    @ilovetheusa1964 5 лет назад +7

    I really enjoy your videos, very educational and informative. Thank you

  • @JH-ve6tx
    @JH-ve6tx 5 лет назад +2

    30 minute master class

  • @drbsr1948
    @drbsr1948 5 лет назад +1

    Wear that white hair proudly Eric O, you've earned it. My hair is all white and my prastor (who is bald) commented to some other church members last week, he would kill for hair like mine. lol He was joking about the killing part of course ;-) Always enjoy watching your excellent videos...keep them coming

  • @MrGardman
    @MrGardman 5 лет назад +1

    Eric, one of the best I have seen you do. Great explanation and diagnosis for us. Thanks.

  • @haywire17
    @haywire17 5 лет назад +1

    A big switch from all the rust and crust...Eric O didn't get dirty?!? Mid diagnosis, I half expected him to say "Pardon me, do you have any Grey Poupon?" He just revealed to us all the WISDOM that lives up there under the hat. My father was always intimidated by electronics in vehicles. As an electronic tech myself, I've embraced it...but Eric really knows how to BRIDGE the GAP as it applies specificly to vehicles, in a way that makes perfect sense.

  • @kahrnivor
    @kahrnivor 3 года назад

    I realize this was two years ago but dang man put your hat on.

  • @mikerusso4775
    @mikerusso4775 2 года назад +1

    This is so much to take in and not get me anywhere... I get how this could be useful to real mechanics and I guess this is my first sign my P0016/P0017 issue it outside of my DIY ability

  • @budburr66
    @budburr66 5 лет назад

    At 16 I joined a rock and roll band. 6 months later my hair all turned white. God what a great time.

  • @kentsimon2152
    @kentsimon2152 5 лет назад +1

    You love your work, and I love watching you do it. I'm glad you're no a dancer.

  • @ahill007ny
    @ahill007ny 5 лет назад +1

    Saw this and thought about your Colorado Series when you tried to do the bidirectional control and clear the codes I remembered from that video what was going to happen.. I have two customers with this same car one is a 2010 and the other is 2012 if only I had a scope I could have sent some known good. Scope will be my next investment I just picked up an Autel MS906TS and I love it!!!

  • @baxrok2.
    @baxrok2. 5 лет назад +1

    Very thorough diagnosis sir. A bunch of great info as well. Thanks Dr. O!

  • @nealelliott
    @nealelliott 5 лет назад

    very informative diagnostic video, thanks for posting. from what I understand, the ecotech has known timing chain problems that wear over time.

  • @frugalprepper
    @frugalprepper 5 лет назад +13

    Eric, there is some strange guy doing videos on your channel with gray hair and no hat! He looks like a worn down Chrysler tech. He did an excellent video on a 2.4 with timing problems though. I learned a lot! Great video.

  • @john_c
    @john_c 5 лет назад

    I almost didn't recognize you without a hat!!! A sure sign of Spring!

  • @Paul1958R
    @Paul1958R 5 лет назад +1

    Eric,
    Excellent diagnosis, explanation, and video - thank you. I like the 'sunday best' look on you (and a bit longer hair) - you look GOOD! Looking forward to a follow up video on the total fix for the ol' chivy.
    SMA#1
    God bless
    Paul

  • @markfox5171
    @markfox5171 5 лет назад

    If you do what you love, its not work. I was snickering at the fact that your mistress is your work. You could not help yourself, and did not want to anger Mrs O. so you made up an excuse to sneak into the shop. Does Mrs. O watch your channel?... this may not be your best kept secret. So funny, it shows that you love your work! Probably why you are so good at it!!!

  • @maxhead6622
    @maxhead6622 5 лет назад

    Acupuncture in the automotive field… Great work Doc!

  • @missingdll2976
    @missingdll2976 3 года назад +1

    Excellent information, I happen to own the same car but white in color. These also seem to have issues with the BCM connectors needing di-electric grease on the C2 connector near the front passenger floorboard. Symptoms of this can cause your brake lights to be illuminated when you are not on the brakes. Also, the brake lights will turn off when you apply the brakes...Also...Can make your thermostat gauge not work as well as the A/C Compressor.

    • @AmandaJade98310
      @AmandaJade98310 2 года назад

      I am having multiple symptoms and this is great .

  • @topherhowdy4440
    @topherhowdy4440 3 года назад

    Good info thanks got one came in. Yesterday gotta diagnosis it in the morning.

  • @410AutoTech
    @410AutoTech 5 лет назад +1

    What an awesome video using the pic scope to diag the car. We do plenty of actuator jobs and timing chain jobs on these 2.4 . I haven't ran into needing that bulletin too much to be honest. thanks for showing great diagnostic skills and your really good at the pico scope.

    • @sethking4169
      @sethking4169 2 года назад

      Any ideas on code p0017 after replacing timing chain on 2.4L? Car idles great just has the code? Can’t find a solution anywhere on internet or mechanics near me

    • @410AutoTech
      @410AutoTech 2 года назад

      @@sethking4169 did you replace the sprockets or know 100% know If timing is correct

    • @sethking4169
      @sethking4169 2 года назад +1

      @@410AutoTech yes sprockets we’re changed and timing was spot on. After a lot of research I found specs for the camshaft and discovered that the rings had slipped an 1/8” thank you for the reply

  • @michaelnicholson9092
    @michaelnicholson9092 5 лет назад

    Great video Eric. Using the incylinder pressure waveform gives you even more proof of the fault.
    Awesome job. Thank you.

    • @michaelnicholson9092
      @michaelnicholson9092 5 лет назад

      Sam from toolhut is a great guy. It was nice to hear the shout out.

  • @daveogarf
    @daveogarf 5 лет назад +2

    You are one helluva' diagnostician! Thanks for the knowledge.

    • @SouthMainAuto
      @SouthMainAuto  5 лет назад +1

      Nope I am a mechanic... I fix cars. Very simple.

  • @JMassengill
    @JMassengill 5 лет назад

    nice Diag. looking at those pressure files really taxed my old brain in 4 stroke engine theory of operation.

  • @oldschooldude8370
    @oldschooldude8370 5 лет назад

    Tech2's are such a strong relic for a scanner. Always loved em : )

  • @diydave643
    @diydave643 5 лет назад +2

    No cap?!? 😁 And hey, the Autel 520 came in yesterday and it is great!! Dropped a thank you for the coupon on Facebook! Perfect DIY tool.

    • @weldingjunkie
      @weldingjunkie 5 лет назад

      DIY Dave what’s the Autel 520? I have the Autel Elite I like it a lot. I had a Verus edge sold it and bought a pico 4425

    • @diydave643
      @diydave643 5 лет назад

      @@weldingjunkie This is a handheld OBDII scanner. Actually, the number is 529; I fat-fingered that when I made the original post.

    • @weldingjunkie
      @weldingjunkie 5 лет назад

      DIY Dave cool I never heard of the Autel 529 I’ll have to look into it.

    • @diydave643
      @diydave643 5 лет назад

      @@weldingjunkie I may actually do a bit of an "unboxing" and general demo video of it here in the next couple of days on my channel.

  • @chrisnairn7558
    @chrisnairn7558 5 лет назад

    Excellent video as always! Instead of a tool box tour maybe a What's This Tool For? during WUW. Best channel ever.

  • @cassiuspuckett8789
    @cassiuspuckett8789 5 лет назад

    Nice video Eric! I've always liked your channel, you take a problem and walk us through step by step in the diagnostic process and then if and when you get the job, take us step by step through the repair. I have to admit you make it look so easy but for me probing the ECM is so scary, cause like you said, if you probe the wrong one or cross the probes with a full 12 volts you just had a bad day. New ECM here we cum. Love watching you do this stuff. I've learned so much, thanks for sharing......

  • @frankgonzalez24
    @frankgonzalez24 5 лет назад +1

    Great video. I hope you get the OK to do the timing chain on that 2.4 LE5 as I have an 07 Chevy Cobalt with that same engine. The car just flipped 75k miles and am not yet too concerned about the chain on it. But do plan on doing the chain on it when the engine hits 150k regardless if it needs to be changed or not as those are interference engines. The engine being an interference engine probably why valve timing can't be adjusted when those DTCs pop up because doing so might cause the valves to hit the pistons and now an easy fix just got worse. It's also a 5 speed, so when the clutch needs to be changed, I then plan on to take the engine and trans out and replace the clutch and chain at the same time if the chain hasn't been changed at that point. I take good care of my Cobalt and plan on driving it until the wheels fall off not because of rust, as I live in the south, but because of mileage or was wrecked.

  • @boosted2.4_sky
    @boosted2.4_sky 5 лет назад

    Nice call Eric... replace the chain, all of the guides, actuators, phasers, and the tensioner... With ~144,000 on the clock just replacing the actuators and leaving the other components with probable wear will just leave the time bomb ticking... 💣 (I'm not sure if you're going to mess with the balance shaft chain and tensioner)... But I like to do that too while I'm there...☝ good stuff Mr. O.....

  • @mattp9655
    @mattp9655 2 года назад

    What an interesting video. I knew modern cars were complex but didn't know the complexity in diagnosing them. I would love to work on cars for a living but the knowledge you have seems like it work take years to get there. Enjoying the videos

  • @Sagittarius-88
    @Sagittarius-88 5 лет назад +1

    LoL, I work for an auction and we see these codes all the time. We pretty much flag an hour flat rate for pulling codes and promptly "sublet for repairs". We deal with way too much volume to get tied up on this kind of stuff. I do enjoy these these videos, and I always learn something from them, but it's these types of things that remind why I'm never going back to the private repair sector. In the time it takes to fully diagnose one of these issues, I can probably flag about 12 hours flat rate for performing evaluations and basic repairs. At the end of the day, it's a business, and while I do appreciate the knowledge, I'm far more interested in the money.

    • @SouthMainAuto
      @SouthMainAuto  5 лет назад +3

      I am more interested in no comebacks and making the right call. No camera rolling this is a 30 min diag with a 100% answer. No guessing and no comeback.

  • @BigDog50001
    @BigDog50001 5 лет назад +7

    No hat and wearing a sweater!? You have to go to a wedding right after this car or what Eric?? ;)

  • @Angryblades
    @Angryblades 5 лет назад

    Very informative video. I’ve done 2 of these engines with the same codes and both times it’s been broken timing chain guides. Especially the top one under the valve cover there between the cams.

  • @kyhomegarage3430
    @kyhomegarage3430 5 лет назад +1

    Awesome video Eric. Using pressure transducer is my favorite subject. Cheers 👍👍

  • @Really2u
    @Really2u 5 лет назад

    No hat. First class editing. Looking nice today. You look like the man. You are the man. Only getting better and more thourow. Great video.

  • @langer24106
    @langer24106 5 лет назад +2

    My goodness I wish you were my mechanic!

  • @mbs5328
    @mbs5328 5 лет назад +1

    I can't wait to see the repair video for this one.

  • @johnaclark1
    @johnaclark1 5 лет назад

    Don't let everyone fool ya, Eric. Grey hair is a sign of wisdom (or, in my case, living with all women...but I digress.) I'm not a hat guy so I like the no hat look. I thought I stepped up when I bought a Vantage Pro but am learning that one really needs a 4 channel scope to do this simply. Fantastic video, Eric. Thanks for bringing it to us.

  • @stevemitchem6041
    @stevemitchem6041 5 лет назад +2

    Love watching all your videos Eric. My question is how many scan tools do you really have ? My guess is 8 and how did you convince Mrs. O that you need another scan tool. Maybe you need to make a video comparing your scan tool collection. The Autel seems to be the best bang for the buck for the diy’er.

  • @lonwillis783
    @lonwillis783 5 лет назад +1

    You look snazzy today Eric Never saw you wear a good sweater to work! Good Job

  • @garysgarage3669
    @garysgarage3669 5 лет назад +1

    Amazing video. I had a car with similar issue that kicked my butt. Wish I saw this video before that car.

  • @enlightenednews5265
    @enlightenednews5265 5 лет назад +6

    Bloody hell Eminem has taken over SMA....... 😱

  • @call.me.k.o.
    @call.me.k.o. 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks for Bring us!! I hope you get the Job so we can see what's up!!

  • @Hijoputo1987
    @Hijoputo1987 5 лет назад +1

    Had the same issue with a cobalt . The timing chain guides deterriorated and jumped timing.

  • @envisionelectronics
    @envisionelectronics 5 лет назад

    Two things. You look great! And I’m taking you up on your sign-off. I bought a used camera, some lighting and mustering a little courage to try my hand at YT videos on my favorite hobby.