Well done, hopefully this cures my issues. That “doohickey” that wasn’t in the video you watched is the air intake breather tube. And this explains so much. My wife’s throws a light for the catalytic converter, and this may have saved a lot of money. Also, you shouldn’t need a video hand, that’s what Lindsay is for!!! Auto Zone will run free diagnostics but the check engine light needs to be on to do it. And Acadias burn oil, I’d say leak but my garage floor is clean of oil so it’s not leaking. Update* NO oil in air intake and throttle body was extremely clean. Back to the beginning with this. *Another update. I’ll be replacing the throttle body assembly this week. That should fix the issue.
Acadia, Outlooks and other 3.6VVT engines before 2013 tend to leak oil into the intake and the exhaust. You can also have cat codes because of this. They use to use faulty valve cover gaskets that they changed in 2013. Next time you don't have to remove the air box. You can detach the MAF sensor from both the throttle and the air box. The only way to completely get rid of the problem is to swap out the valve cover gaskets. Keep up the work. It's always better to learn for yourself. 👍🏾
Wait wait, come back in real quick lol, I’m here bc of catalyst codes and a mechanic said I needed to try this first , P0430 to be exact, why is there oil in the intake like that?
I have a 2013 and have oil in the intake. Perhaps I have an early model 2013 with the old gaskets? Would it be worth it to try and replace them before mess with the PCV system?
Thanks for the tip. I'll definitely try cleaning my TB before having it replaced. Out of nowhere on my Acadia this week, all of these lights just came on. Luckily, I have a second vehicle I can drive. But I still want to get on top of fixing this sooner than later.
Yay, you kilt it Beth, job well done. One thing though, change the pcv valve it's stuck open hence all the oil in the doheky and oil consumption. Thank you for posting.
Well done! The oil in the intake tube is a known issue and can easily be dealt with. You can change the valve cover gasket to the new revised version or easier and cheaper. Replace the pcv valves (there are two). This requires a drill to open the stock holes on the pcv valves. There are tons of vids on this mod and it is recommended.
The low oil issue is most likely being caused by plugged up PCV valves, primarily the one near the back firewall, which causes the oil to back up into/leave sludge in the throttle body/ air intake manifold, and, if left unfixed, will also build up in the air cleaner hose and, in extreme cases, all the way into the air filter/housing. Regardless, Ive learned that the only way to fix the MANY problems in a GMC Acadia is to push it off/in the nearest cliff/body of water, report it stolen, get that insurance money and buy ANYTHING other than an Acadia. 👍🏼
.0001 sec in the video Me: Gawd da*" her head big But non the less this was an awesome video and job. Your amazing sister and Lizzy dang it hold the freaking camera next time 🤣🤣
Change your oil every 4,000 kilometres with that their vehicle because if you do not change the oil very frequently on that motor the timing chain will stretch and you will blow your engine
Did the fix hold up, did the problem come back? I think this is what I need to do to my acadia. Mine the check engine light comes on along with swrvice stablitrak, stbilitrak off AND engine reducing power, then the engine shuts off.
My acadia just turned service stabilitrak and traction control light and whenever i press the gas pedal to increase speed i feel like is trying to brake and keep going like jerking (no weird sound) is this what your vehicle was doing? I took it to a shop but i have no codes on the memory stored…it only does it if i press the gas pedal harshly or to start after a traffic light. The mechanic had my car over the weekend and my guess is they were lazy and only plugged the computer to later charge me for something crazy expensive.😢
You need to modify the pcv valve that is on the back of the engine near the firewall. That will eliminate all the oil in the air intake tube. That oil pooling on the top of the transmission is not good!
You need to clean the part you pull off at first the one you just wiggled out thats why your getting oil in the air intake is butter easy there's lots of videos on it do it
Video from 3 years ago, but what a great how-to guide. This was great, the pacing, the description, the step-by-step; very good video! Nice job!
So many videos on this but you have explained and showed step by step thank you.
Great job, I love seeing people take on tasks like this, and saving money.
Well done, hopefully this cures my issues. That “doohickey” that wasn’t in the video you watched is the air intake breather tube. And this explains so much. My wife’s throws a light for the catalytic converter, and this may have saved a lot of money. Also, you shouldn’t need a video hand, that’s what Lindsay is for!!! Auto Zone will run free diagnostics but the check engine light needs to be on to do it. And Acadias burn oil, I’d say leak but my garage floor is clean of oil so it’s not leaking.
Update* NO oil in air intake and throttle body was extremely clean. Back to the beginning with this.
*Another update. I’ll be replacing the throttle body assembly this week. That should fix the issue.
Acadia, Outlooks and other 3.6VVT engines before 2013 tend to leak oil into the intake and the exhaust. You can also have cat codes because of this. They use to use faulty valve cover gaskets that they changed in 2013.
Next time you don't have to remove the air box. You can detach the MAF sensor from both the throttle and the air box. The only way to completely get rid of the problem is to swap out the valve cover gaskets.
Keep up the work. It's always better to learn for yourself. 👍🏾
Wait wait, come back in real quick lol, I’m here bc of catalyst codes and a mechanic said I needed to try this first , P0430 to be exact, why is there oil in the intake like that?
I have a 2013 and have oil in the intake. Perhaps I have an early model 2013 with the old gaskets? Would it be worth it to try and replace them before mess with the PCV system?
Thanks for the tip. I'll definitely try cleaning my TB before having it replaced. Out of nowhere on my Acadia this week, all of these lights just came on. Luckily, I have a second vehicle I can drive. But I still want to get on top of fixing this sooner than later.
Yay, you kilt it Beth, job well done. One thing though, change the pcv valve it's stuck open hence all the oil in
the doheky and oil consumption. Thank you for posting.
Atta girl!!!..been doing my own stuff also, and plan on doing the same as you did real soon also!!
Well done!
The oil in the intake tube is a known issue and can easily be dealt with. You can change the valve cover gasket to the new revised version or easier and cheaper. Replace the pcv valves (there are two). This requires a drill to open the stock holes on the pcv valves. There are tons of vids on this mod and it is recommended.
The low oil issue is most likely being caused by plugged up PCV valves, primarily the one near the back firewall, which causes the oil to back up into/leave sludge in the throttle body/ air intake manifold, and, if left unfixed, will also build up in the air cleaner hose and, in extreme cases, all the way into the air filter/housing.
Regardless, Ive learned that the only way to fix the MANY problems in a GMC Acadia is to push it off/in the nearest cliff/body of water, report it stolen, get that insurance money and buy ANYTHING other than an Acadia. 👍🏼
Thank you for this video I have the same issue 2014 GMC Acadia
This video is awesome.. 👏🏽 good job!
Very well done video. Thank you.
I cleaned the throttle body on my Malibu. Lord have mercy. Upon startup rpms at 3000. Needed a relearn. SMFH
Can you do more videos of you working the car? This was informational
Good job Beth!
Great video
Thanks for the video love.
Best video ever
Awesome!!!!
Thanks
The traction control/stabilization light always comes on my Acadia when my oil gets low
Did this before needed to rewatch good job? Light ever come back on again
Nope! Light never came back on!
.0001 sec in the video
Me: Gawd da*" her head big
But non the less this was an awesome video and job. Your amazing sister and Lizzy dang it hold the freaking camera next time 🤣🤣
hey , thank so much. u so cool . lol
Change your oil every 4,000 kilometres with that their vehicle because if you do not change the oil very frequently on that motor the timing chain will stretch and you will blow your engine
Did the fix hold up, did the problem come back? I think this is what I need to do to my acadia. Mine the check engine light comes on along with swrvice stablitrak, stbilitrak off AND engine reducing power, then the engine shuts off.
So what happened with yours? Mines doing the same thing.
Did u clean it or just have it replaced? Sorry for all the questions.
None of my lights ever came back on, so this cleaning definitely fixed it!!
Did it throw codes? Had a mechanic suggest to try this first on my catalyst codes p0430 but I don’t think it’s my issue
It did throw some codes but I don’t remember which. None of the lights ever came back on!
Change the both pvc
You might want to have a look at you pcv seams like its stuck
My acadia just turned service stabilitrak and traction control light and whenever i press the gas pedal to increase speed i feel like is trying to brake and keep going like jerking (no weird sound) is this what your vehicle was doing? I took it to a shop but i have no codes on the memory stored…it only does it if i press the gas pedal harshly or to start after a traffic light. The mechanic had my car over the weekend and my guess is they were lazy and only plugged the computer to later charge me for something crazy expensive.😢
Hi there, I'm experiencing the same problem with my gmc acadia.. what did the mechanic say was the problem? Thanks 👍
Any updates on this?
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You need to modify the pcv valve that is on the back of the engine near the firewall. That will eliminate all the oil in the air intake tube. That oil pooling on the top of the transmission is not good!
Thanks for the tip!
Did your shudder go away after you cleaned the throttle body and got all the oil out?
It didn’t. It goes away when it’s warm outside, though, and only comes back if it gets real cold. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
From what I understand, you can't open an electronic TB flap by hand. Did this create a problem?
I have the same concern.
It doesn’t hurt it that’s how I clean them
You can move the flap slowly. I was trained not to allow it to slam shut, but apparently it didn’t damage anything for this person.
Or you can turn on the key but not start the car, and have someone step on the gas. Why take a chance on damaging the gears in the tb?
Oil change is as easy as this work you just did
You need to clean the part you pull off at first the one you just wiggled out thats why your getting oil in the air intake is butter easy there's lots of videos on it do it
You will get better power and gas BETTER power I got a 08 Acadia
What’s that called?
😭😂
Take off throttle body for best cleaning