On these engines, the exhaust manifold starts to crack. I would recommend removing the heat shield in cold engine and looking at the exhaust manifold carefully. Cracks will throw the code, the solenoid is a symptom but not the cause. The ECM did exactly what it was intended to. I replaced mine and the same symptoms reappeared. Replacing the solenoid on buys time so now the computer has to count over again before it sets the code, causing the same issue until you fix the cause.
Sounds like your saying buy a new engine. Or is there a more economical way to fix engine cracks? I doubt my 2016 is cracked, no reason it should be unless those pistons are powerful enough to break loose and do serious damage!
Thanks man for posting this! Just did it on 2011 Regal. Bad exhaust solenoid but replaced both with your Amazon connection. You rock! If ever in the Toledo area let me know and buy you a beer or three...Cheers!
i just changed the exhaust one nearest the cabin for around $45 (dorman #917-216). check engine light went out after disconnecting negative battery post for ten minutes! if light comes back on in near future i will post. 2013 buick verano. i hope to get o'reilly refund on the other solenoid (or credit) for another car problem. i'm not good with cars so i am sure you can also replace these easily whoever you may be. 10mm socket. thanks everyone! good luck to you all.
A cracked exhaust manifold or bad manifold gasket can cause your issue. Most of us never think to remove the heat shield and examine this until we've looked at everything else.
I know this was 2011 but I'm buying mine now over 10 years later (2023) and found them both on Amazon for around 20 bucks. Is it possible the parts (should) depreciate in value along w/the car? Hmm 🤔 Well either way you should be saving a lot by doing this job yourself bc nowadays everyone is greedy especially mechanics. A penny saved is a penny earned! 👍🏻 Stay frosty grease monkeys.
@@andrewluke1582 I used the motor oil on mine and my check engine light turned off. I did them and got a oil change and drove it for about 100 miles and it turned off.
Had this same problem and GM charged me over $1500.00 to fix it a few years ago. Light came back on and says the same thing. Can’t be a timing issue again.. any help.?
Timing chain replacement is recomended between 90 and 150k miles. Mine is stretched, 110k, or has slack some, and I have a P0016 code. Changed valve cover gasket, loose chain.
striker1211 yeah my girl has 2012 lacrosse and I jus changed her cam shaft position sensor yest that’s what code popped up so today I’ll jus change both solenoids too because she did say it was stalling out as well and now car has put itself into safe mode and won’t let you accelerate
Maybe you or someone can help. I have a 2011 Buick Regal CXL 2.4l. The car was running rough so gave the car a tune up, the camshaft solenoids, a new timing chain set, catalytic converter, flex pipe, valve cover and gasket, water pump, cleaned the throttle body. And still hear a rattling sound a little also the car likes to shutter when at idle or at a stop it does it on and off. Extremely frustrated haven’t even had the car a full year and put so much money into it any info would help!
I have same problem and I'm changing my solenoids now...only time it really doesn't putt when idle or stutter is after an oil change ..but when my oil level reads 60percent it starts rattling again putting...annoying...cause then I have to keep getting oil changes frequently or top it off...my car is dead right now...so hoping changing solenoids(again) fixes it
Mo78uno Yes after an oil change she’s running fine. It’s like with fresh oil in her she runs perfect give it about 2 weeks maybe less and she starts the same stuff yours is doing. We’ve replaced everything intake, oil pans, timing cover, tune up, new throttle body.
Follow up after your Orion replacements? Any issues? Thanks for the video! Need to change mine in the same vehicle. OEM parts are $53.45 each so approximately $107 (vs. Orion $30)!
#1 problem GM 2.4L are junk the 3.6L will hold up longer. Your timing chain has slack plastic inside got cutting metal that why cams pos. Are coded and piston rings leak. Manifold will crack and new timing chain needed. If your a mechanic it’s a money pit. Sell it best money spent.
looks like the oil was changed in this car every 50,000 miles in this car.jesus fucking christ,mine is amber colored and ive got issues.change ANY OIL after 5-6000 km or 3000 MILES
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On these engines, the exhaust manifold starts to crack. I would recommend removing the heat shield in cold engine and looking at the exhaust manifold carefully. Cracks will throw the code, the solenoid is a symptom but not the cause. The ECM did exactly what it was intended to. I replaced mine and the same symptoms reappeared. Replacing the solenoid on buys time so now the computer has to count over again before it sets the code, causing the same issue until you fix the cause.
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Sounds like your saying buy a new engine. Or is there a more economical way to fix engine cracks? I doubt my 2016 is cracked, no reason it should be unless those pistons are powerful enough to break loose and do serious damage!
@@slim404they said exhaust manifold not the head guy. Cmon man get your shit together you have no business under the hood
Thanks man for posting this! Just did it on 2011 Regal. Bad exhaust solenoid but replaced both with your Amazon connection. You rock! If ever in the Toledo area let me know and buy you a beer or three...Cheers!
Lol in the same area how ironic! We love our regals😭
It’s works for the Buick Verano as well 2012-2018
Thanks man did a good job showing where everything was at appreciate it
thank you for mentioning which one was which, exactly what I needed
This worked great for me. Thank you so much!
Great video. It took me 15 minutes thanks very much for the info.
i just changed the exhaust one nearest the cabin for around $45 (dorman #917-216).
check engine light went out after disconnecting negative battery post for ten minutes!
if light comes back on in near future i will post. 2013 buick verano.
i hope to get o'reilly refund on the other solenoid (or credit)
for another car problem. i'm not good with cars
so i am sure you can also replace these easily whoever you may be. 10mm socket.
thanks everyone! good luck to you all.
Thanks for the info! Just saved me some money
That is a timing chain issue bud with that metal
can oil come spoil out of camshaft sensors
I did this on my car 15 minutes, Firestone wanted 300 dollars to replace them
I just got quoted 600$ for this same repair. I was blown away. Looked up these videos, bought the part all for under 100$.
Will this cause your car not to reverse??
If i cut it on and put it in drive or reverse it instantly dies what does this mean?? Urgently need to know to repair my vehicle
If it instantly dies under load and you've replaced the actuators I would suspect a torque converter.
You have metal bits in there, you have bigger problems than just that device!
Can this stop your car from turning over while I’m trying to start it
A cracked exhaust manifold or bad manifold gasket can cause your issue. Most of us never think to remove the heat shield and examine this until we've looked at everything else.
I know this was 2011 but I'm buying mine now over 10 years later (2023) and found them both on Amazon for around 20 bucks. Is it possible the parts (should) depreciate in value along w/the car? Hmm 🤔 Well either way you should be saving a lot by doing this job yourself bc nowadays everyone is greedy especially mechanics. A penny saved is a penny earned! 👍🏻 Stay frosty grease monkeys.
What kind of oil did you use to lube them up? I am having to do the same thing to my regal
I need the same answer
@@andrewluke1582 I used the motor oil on mine and my check engine light turned off. I did them and got a oil change and drove it for about 100 miles and it turned off.
same stuff in the engine.
Ugh. My tabs will not come off, pushing down, in and away. Yours looked so much easier. It's starting to crack, as am I.
Had this same problem and GM charged me over $1500.00 to fix it a few years ago. Light came back on and says the same thing. Can’t be a timing issue again.. any help.?
I would spend the $30 to replace the solenoids before taking it back into the dealer.
Timing chain replacement is recomended between 90 and 150k miles. Mine is stretched, 110k, or has slack some, and I have a P0016 code. Changed valve cover gasket, loose chain.
Will this cause your car to lose power if it’s bad
Yeah it can cause the car to stall.
striker1211 yeah my girl has 2012 lacrosse and I jus changed her cam shaft position sensor yest that’s what code popped up so today I’ll jus change both solenoids too because she did say it was stalling out as well and now car has put itself into safe mode and won’t let you accelerate
My 2011 Buick regal won't shift out of 1st and don't not go in reverse do you think it's my solenoids
Sounds like a possible broken 3/5/R waveplate in the transmission. Unfortunately, this is common on these.
thats a trans issue my man
Maybe you or someone can help. I have a 2011 Buick Regal CXL 2.4l. The car was running rough so gave the car a tune up, the camshaft solenoids, a new timing chain set, catalytic converter, flex pipe, valve cover and gasket, water pump, cleaned the throttle body. And still hear a rattling sound a little also the car likes to shutter when at idle or at a stop it does it on and off. Extremely frustrated haven’t even had the car a full year and put so much money into it any info would help!
There is a GM bulletin number 13413D that may apply for your car, just Google that code. Does your car have any check engine light?
I have same problem and I'm changing my solenoids now...only time it really doesn't putt when idle or stutter is after an oil change ..but when my oil level reads 60percent it starts rattling again putting...annoying...cause then I have to keep getting oil changes frequently or top it off...my car is dead right now...so hoping changing solenoids(again) fixes it
striker1211 No there isn’t a light after a fresh oil change she’s fine anything after that she’s shaking like a stripper
@@ChevyBoyTV I'm confused are you saying after an oil change the car is fine?
Mo78uno Yes after an oil change she’s running fine. It’s like with fresh oil in her she runs perfect give it about 2 weeks maybe less and she starts the same stuff yours is doing. We’ve replaced everything intake, oil pans, timing cover, tune up, new throttle body.
Follow up after your Orion replacements? Any issues? Thanks for the video! Need to change mine in the same vehicle. OEM parts are $53.45 each so approximately $107 (vs. Orion $30)!
No problems. They're quality replacements.
Got mine from oreillys but they weren't different colors
When these solinoids fail it is an early sign that your timing chain is going to fail.
#1 problem GM 2.4L are junk the 3.6L will hold up longer. Your timing chain has slack plastic inside got cutting metal that why cams pos. Are coded and piston rings leak. Manifold will crack and new timing chain needed. If your a mechanic it’s a money pit. Sell it best money spent.
How many miles you have on this
It had over 100k miles at the time I believe.
@@striker1211do you still have it? Was it a good car?
Big mistake buying from Amazon... You will be replacing them again in the near future.
So where should I buy from???
I’ve had to change my sensor twice in one year
Remove the heat shield with 10mm socket and take a look at your exhaust manifold on cold engine. You may be surprised.
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looks like the oil was changed in this car every 50,000 miles in this car.jesus fucking christ,mine is amber colored and ive got issues.change ANY OIL after 5-6000 km or 3000 MILES
Hey, Don't blame God for your GM problems.
What do I do if it says engine power reduced
I think that's related to the PCM and not the timing, I've never seen it.