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Just replaced both on my 2015 Equinox. I’m not even CLOSE to a mechanic, and was able to knock this out in less than 30 minutes thanks to this video. Greatly appreciate it!
You’re really welcome Dan thank you so much for taking the time to write this message. Welcome to the channel. We’re happy to have folks like you on board.
“If anyone can do it, you can too, don’t be the next of them, be the first of you.” I never thought I’d get life advice while trying to fix my car! Thank you clay!!
Thanks Clay! I replaced both of my solenoids in about an hour. $105 for the parts, gained confidence in doing this by myself, and saved my family $$$$!! Gary
That is a very good story in the exact reason that I made my channel thank you for taking the time to write your nice comments and I’m glad I was able to keep some money in your wallet. It’s very hard to do nowadays
Thank you again. It was great meeting you at ACI today! If I knew how complicated taking the battery out of the 2015 was, I would have offered to pay you for an in person tutorial today. 🤣
Great video. Has lots of practical little points that are good for us that don't wrench on cars much or ever (eg how to pry the solenoids, using the pick tool, ....). Thanks.
The tube you pointed out is the EVAP Purge valve vacuum source. If it cracks it will cause a P0171, lean code for umetered air. Has nothing to do with VVT Solenoid malfunction or codes. To remove just take a pliers and grip the top of the solenoid case twist and pul, no need to struggle with various picks and screwdrivers. Use compressed air to blow away dirt and debris around the solenoids. Only use AC Delco, many have reported frequently failures with aftermarket solenoids.
Thanks Brian I changed the actuators and the P011 code came back so I was thinking of replacing this tube but now I don't need to. I've changed the oil and still getting this code after a few hours of driving and also when braking at a stop the vehicle surges and rough idles. I'm flushing the tranny fluid next so hopefully that will take care of it.
also ordered a crankshaft position sensor but apparently there are 2 of those as well? Are they both the same part? my code is specific to bank A. Not sure which one that is.
@@WilliamusTrades I changed out the position sensors with no change. Oddly I changed the transmission fluid and that helped a lot. Ultimately for me I think it is probably the timing chain(s) but not sure if I want to fix it. It happens periodically but then resets itself. Seems to be with more stop and go driving or aggressive acceleration. The timing chain replacement looks $$$$.
Thanks 4 the video, I got a check engine and the codes came up we're P0013 and P0014 after a week of doing the oil change. I read viscosity of the oil can create this problem, now should I get the oil change again before or after y replace the sensors. THANKS
Dude your f***** awesome! I went to the parts store and there code reader said cam shaft position sensor. So that's what I bought . Well I then watched this video and I went right back and returned the sensor and purchased solonoidS. And it worked out perfect. My check engine light even turned off!!
Gosh I could’ve swore I answered this question six days ago thanks for the very very nice words I don’t know why you didn’t get my message from earlier
Well we appreciate that often I feel bad when people tell me that but most of the time when most people watch how to videos they will only watch about 5% of the video once they find something that they’re looking for so Your channel analytics get really messed up even if you make great how too, videos people generally skip through them…. (I don’t always make great videos lol) So I started adding the facts in some of my videos to get people to watch my videos longer so thank you very much and welcome to the channel we’re happy to have you!!!!
Hey bud, thanks for everything. Your help is well appreciated. Now I'm stuck in a situation. My wife's Chevy Equinox is giving me Hell. It has ben giving me code after code and can't seem to make it work or the problem go away..
I love all the fun facts thru your videos, i'm trying to pay attention and I keep hitting pause to read em, or vice versa, lmao. Good stuff, Man. Cheers!
Thank you! I towed my 2012 chevy equinox to the dealership because it would not start. I was getting code P0013 and U0100 (Lost communication with ECM/PCM A). The dealership says thay want to update/reset the ECM for $40 and replace the Cam Shaft actuator solenoids $750... I don't understand why they would charge so much. I'm going to replace them myself for $100 on parts. Do you have any idea why they would charge $750 not including the diagnostic?
Well, I wish I had a good reason to tell you I have no clue why they think it’s that valuable, but they are called the Steeler ship for a reason …. I’m glad you can do it yourself though Cal that’s awesome that’s what my videos are for so I greatly appreciate that. Thank you and thank you for taking the time to write this message. It really makes it worthwhile because TH-cam videos do not pay anything, but 2/10th of cent per view .. although the warm feeling I get when I get messages like this are the reason I continue to make videos like this
I have a 2013 Equinox 2.4L. I had been experiencing rough idle and high gas consumption for several months, but my garage could not figure out the cause. I got code P0010 and engine stalled. Replaced both intake and exhaust solenoids. Now I'm getting code P0013 with check engine light on. Engine ran fine for about 200 miles, but began rough idle and high gas consumption again. Advice?
My 2012 equinox got p0016 & p00117 changed the VCTs, light was still on. Camshaft position correlation- bank 1 sensor A.... which 1 is Sensor A, front or back
No, that means or timing chain needs to be replaced technically but your cylinder head is really the problem. It loses oil pressure, open the cylinder head, which will not actuator cam gears properly…. Other people may tell you differently because they’re trying to sell you something and it’s easier to sell something that’s cheaper than sell something that’s more expensive….. but I’m telling you this because I don’t have any skin in the game. I don’t have anything to gain you need a new cylinder head not a used one or one that is line board properly… If you want more information on this message me over Facebook under clays ac and Auto Repair, send me your DM and I will explain it further
Hi I did had same problem I did replace them either oil spark plugs and one off the sander in back I still have the problem when I came to stop signal it shut off I have to fith back to stared again, what do you think it's please ,I need help.
Well I’m sorry to say that your cam phasers or your clearance on your cams creates a low oil pressure situation which then stalls out the engine at a low idle. I wish I had better news for you sorry I can’t give you a good information on that
Is giving me code, P228D,P0171,P0089 and P0016. I replaced every sensor that it has asked for and the New gas Pump and is still giving the same codes.. Geeez what gives. Is there something I don't C.. Please advise.
Double check your work. It’s not coincidence you did something. I don’t know what you did but check over everything and redo the project exactly the same way you were doing it. It’s not that complicated so it should be easy to recognize what you did wrong.
Does this also cover the P0010 code? I have that on my 2011 2.4 with 100k. Rough idle, stalls at idle, slugs on takeoff. Says stuck open on all 4 banks, didn't want to replace wrong parts
My chevy equinox 2014 have an issue which eating oil itself little by little. There's no leak even on the same spot which I usually parking it. What and which should I replace there?
Well unfortunately that’s a very common problem for these vehicles. It is burned up by the engine it leaks past the rings. Very common problem for them I was actually speaking to a General Motors engineer today about that problem and they said they had to make the engine the way that they made it so they would be more fuel efficient. Without getting into any great deal of Detail he explained it pretty well
So going forward to the problem base on my experience having chevy equinox LTZ 2014. Once stability appear in dashboard for some reason. That's the sign and I suggest you need to trade in your car or sell it while it's still in good running condition.
We were replacing the variable valve timing sensor and only the top half came out! How do we remove the bottom part that stayed in? We have tried WD40 to loosen it and it will not budge.
@@sharpcarco lol! It took a few trips to the auto part store but we finally figured a way to get the bottom half that was stuck in there out! Thank you
What if the screws wont tighten after replacement? Tried taking the little oring on the screw and puttimg it on the new screw but the black side wont tighten but it held fine twenty minutes ago with the old sensor
No worries at all it’s a great start you shouldn’t really run into any problems that I didn’t cover in the video that I can think of but if you do just message me I’ll be happy to try to help you
Thanks for explaining stuff man, I keep getting correlation codes p0016 and 17. And occasionally the sensor codes, now im unfortunately pretty sure the top actuators broke... And have basically ruined or clogged the sensors
I got code P0014. Changed the both solenoids. Reset the code with my ODB2 reader. Drove about 25 miles no problem. Mile 30, on my way home from work, CEL turned back on. Same exact code. What else could be the issue, or what would you recommend i do?
Great help thanks, can you provide a link from Ebay, Amazon etc, where I can get it, in fact how to search for it on the internet in order to buy it. Thanks again, liked and subscribe.
That’s extremely kind but if you knew me , That certainly isn’t the case but I do greatly appreciate the very kind words they make it all worth it thank you very much
Well that’s a complicated question to answer because sometimes at stoplights it would die , and even though it needed new solenoids that wasn’t the complete problem. Sometimes it would run just fine. The problem often with these is the PCV valve gets plugged and that hurts the oil pressure on the inside of the engine so removing the intake and cleaning the PCV valve is often necessary in addition to replacing the solenoids. These engines are not very good engines they often have ring problems and a host of mini more.
better yet change them at 100 k miles. these engines are known for these symptons. dont wait till go bad then do the 2 cam shaft sensors, while you are there not hard to change.
Hey clay.. First off. .Thank you for making it easy to understand (great vid) I do have one question . .How was the engine running before you replaced the selenoids?
Well since I made this video I learned a considerable amount more about these engines you can certainly try to change the solenoids it’s easy and sometimes effective because oil will basically buildup on the inside of the solenoid causing them not to work Ultimately though these are kind of junkie engines this one would not idle very well. It was fine when it was above an idol but ultimately it boils down to oil pressure not being consistent in the engine and running the cam phasers incorrectly. And that’s caused because the cam journal bearings were down overtime allowing for inconsistent oil pressure it’s not the oil pump it’s the bearings wearing down inside the engine if that makes sense Unfortunately these engines are complete doom and gloom.
Can you grab it with pliers or anything since there’s no pressure on it any longer you may be able to take a little screwdriver and turn it. I’m assuming you don’t have a die grinder because you could put a notch in the top of it allowing you to unscrew it. You could try to drill a tiny hole in it with a 1/16 drillbit then insert what’s called an easy out which almost looks like a drill bit. Once you got the easy out inside there you turn it counterclockwise the easyout it will go further inside the hole then it will grab and start turning the stud out . I’m sure you could insert your new Solenoid inside there and drive it to a repair shop and they should be able to get it out in a couple of minutes. Hope some of that information is helpful for you and I’m sorry that happened to you
I’m sorry I’m not sure what you’re referring to because it doesn’t show me the video but if you need service you can reach out to me on quays AC and auto repair on the Facebook messenger and you can explain it to me there is much simpler these messages don’t always get brought to my attention
Well technically they’re not bad you have a low oil pressure problem and that makes them seem like they’re not bad but they’re really not you have another internal problem like bearing clearances on your cams that’s the most common problem
my 2010 Chevy Equinox it doesn't get out of 2 gear and even goes down to 1st... if I put it into N or park it resets but then I have to accelerate to get it to shift and get to stay in 3 or 4th gear ... please help I can't afford to take it to a shop
I just got a p0014 code on my car today but a few weeks like not even a month ago I fixed these two valves. My car is also idling very rough what else could be the problem associated with this code?
Good evening Clay, love your video. I'm having this promplem so I'm going to replace both. Wanted to ask how much and where did you buy your code reader? Thank you in advance
I’m sorry it probably depends on which one I used if I used my little one it was probably less than $100 and I bought it off of eBay or something if I used my large touchscreen it was probably a little bit over 5000 because I got The J tool and the lab scope
Well I guess because there’s something else wrong but with the limited amount of information I don’t think there’s any way I could tell you what’s going on…
This is the second video of yours that helped me within the last 6mo. Thanks! 2015 equinox had P0013 error, replaced both intake and exhaust solenoids, but still has check engine light. It definitely idles smoother. Any advice of removing check engine light? Should I clear code?
You can clear the code but you probably have other issues going on like low oil pressure. More than likely because the cam Girdles are wore down or the cam bearings are wore out sorry to say thank you very much for the kind words though
@@sharpcarco . You don't get my point. The Equinox comes with a 3.0l V6 also. So it will be more accurate if you put the engine size in your title ( in your case 2.4l ) so people who are searching for the V6 don't have to watch your video.
Yeah, I totally get your point and it makes 100% sense . The problem is TH-cam… the algorithm doesn’t work like that. But I will consider it because you’re polite person I’ll just put 2.4 in that title.
In a couple days I have a video coming out that’s going to show you something that I didn’t know that I learned at my new sponsors shop and you may be very very interested in it it may help alleviate that problem as well
@@sharpcarco I'm getting the P0014 after the engine blew the main seal due to the PCV issue and a shop replaced the seal and cleaned the PCV. After getting it back the check engine light came on with this. Any thoughts?
No it will just revert back to original programming or may not run but it does not hurt it to be unplugged because of the sensor went faulty it would be like it was unplugged anyways more than likely you actually have a problem on the inside of the engine the sensors very rarely fail least that’s been my experience anyways
Thank you again you made a job I was dreading super simple (even the trick to taking care of the part being stuck, because of course it was!). Keep up the great work!!
My 2011 equinox died on me I tried starting it till battery died I put new battery on and it wind and doesn't start I replaced starter and same wind it doesn't click or anything else just winds will not start
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I was able to save my neighbors $300 with this video. Please believe they needed it. Thanks man.
Thanks Christopher!!! Darn this is a good evening. Second extremely nice complement I greatly appreciate it
Just replaced both on my 2015 Equinox. I’m not even CLOSE to a mechanic, and was able to knock this out in less than 30 minutes thanks to this video. Greatly appreciate it!
You’re really welcome Dan thank you so much for taking the time to write this message. Welcome to the channel. We’re happy to have folks like you on board.
“If anyone can do it, you can too, don’t be the next of them, be the first of you.” I never thought I’d get life advice while trying to fix my car! Thank you clay!!
you’re very welcome I certainly try to empower people through my videos and try to Send a Message further beyond the repair of a car.
Love the breakdown of how it works internally, actually teaching people some real information👌
Yeah, it’s one of my favorite videos. Thank you very much for the kind words.
Thanks Clay! I replaced both of my solenoids in about an hour. $105 for the parts, gained confidence in doing this by myself, and saved my family $$$$!! Gary
That is a very good story in the exact reason that I made my channel thank you for taking the time to write your nice comments and I’m glad I was able to keep some money in your wallet. It’s very hard to do nowadays
Mission accomplished Clay - replaced in under 30 minutes - Thanx again for The BEST! Explanation of "How To" !!!!!
That’s awesome Chris. And I very much appreciate the kind words you’re awesome to
This was the best video that I found to fix my solenoids! Thank you Sir for being a great teacher!!
I was sad at first because my check engine light was still on. But after cycling through twice, it went off. You saved me 🙏🏾
Thank you! It took me 26 minutes, including filling the compressor and gathering tools, to do this fix and start the test drive.
Thank you again. It was great meeting you at ACI today! If I knew how complicated taking the battery out of the 2015 was, I would have offered to pay you for an in person tutorial today. 🤣
I'm having the best of days, thanks to the best of Clays. Thanks very much for posting this. Great video
Thanks Williams I appreciate the kind words and we’re very happy to have folks like you here have a great day brother glad it helped you
I love your "fun facts" throughout the video :-) Made me watch the whole thing.
Great video. Has lots of practical little points that are good for us that don't wrench on cars much or ever (eg how to pry the solenoids, using the pick tool, ....). Thanks.
The tube you pointed out is the EVAP Purge valve vacuum source. If it cracks it will cause a P0171, lean code for umetered air. Has nothing to do with VVT Solenoid malfunction or codes. To remove just take a pliers and grip the top of the solenoid case twist and pul, no need to struggle with various picks and screwdrivers. Use compressed air to blow away dirt and debris around the solenoids. Only use AC Delco, many have reported frequently failures with aftermarket solenoids.
Thanks Brian I changed the actuators and the P011 code came back so I was thinking of replacing this tube but now I don't need to. I've changed the oil and still getting this code after a few hours of driving and also when braking at a stop the vehicle surges and rough idles. I'm flushing the tranny fluid next so hopefully that will take care of it.
also ordered a crankshaft position sensor but apparently there are 2 of those as well? Are they both the same part? my code is specific to bank A. Not sure which one that is.
@@timothyflynn Hey dude I have P011 code too. Any updates on what resolved/fixed your issue? Thanks.
@@WilliamusTrades I changed out the position sensors with no change. Oddly I changed the transmission fluid and that helped a lot. Ultimately for me I think it is probably the timing chain(s) but not sure if I want to fix it. It happens periodically but then resets itself. Seems to be with more stop and go driving or aggressive acceleration. The timing chain replacement looks $$$$.
@@timothyflynn cool man thanks very much for the reply!
Thanks 4 the video, I got a check engine and the codes came up we're P0013 and P0014 after a week of doing the oil change. I read viscosity of the oil can create this problem, now should I get the oil change again before or after y replace the sensors. THANKS
Very concise and informative. I love your style, Clay. Thank you.
You’re very welcome Paul thank you for the comment welcome to the channel very happy to have you
Very useful and understandable. First time I've ever felt I could work on a post-emissions controls car.
Dude your f***** awesome! I went to the parts store and there code reader said cam shaft position sensor. So that's what I bought . Well I then watched this video and I went right back and returned the sensor and purchased solonoidS. And it worked out perfect. My check engine light even turned off!!
Gosh I could’ve swore I answered this question six days ago thanks for the very very nice words I don’t know why you didn’t get my message from earlier
Found myself reading the fun facts and now I have start over 😂😂😂😂
Well we appreciate that often I feel bad when people tell me that but most of the time when most people watch how to videos they will only watch about 5% of the video once they find something that they’re looking for so Your channel analytics get really messed up even if you make great how too, videos people generally skip through them…. (I don’t always make great videos lol)
So I started adding the facts in some of my videos to get people to watch my videos longer so thank you very much and welcome to the channel we’re happy to have you!!!!
Super thankful for this video. Replacement was easy. I can’t seem to get my check engine light to turn off though.
Just disconnect your battery for a few minutes
Hello, I have a proplem in my Chevy equinox 2.4L2012 . Code p0420 . How can I fixed it?
Hey bud, thanks for everything. Your help is well appreciated. Now I'm stuck in a situation. My wife's Chevy Equinox is giving me Hell. It has ben giving me code after code and can't seem to make it work or the problem go away..
I love all the fun facts thru your videos, i'm trying to pay attention and I keep hitting pause to read em, or vice versa, lmao. Good stuff, Man. Cheers!
My Chevy equinox was having the same exact problem, it was jerking for a bit now it will not start. Should I replace both of those sensors?
Thank you!!!! I had a friend who just had to teach me how to do this on my 2013 equinox ..hope you have more equinox vids!!!!
Absolutely we’re doing some really neat stuff with them right now
Great video! My mom's equinox has had that code on forever. Now that I know it's so simple, I'll be sure to get it fixed
Thank you!
I towed my 2012 chevy equinox to the dealership because it would not start. I was getting code P0013 and U0100 (Lost communication with ECM/PCM A). The dealership says thay want to update/reset the ECM for $40 and replace the Cam Shaft actuator solenoids $750... I don't understand why they would charge so much. I'm going to replace them myself for $100 on parts. Do you have any idea why they would charge $750 not including the diagnostic?
Well, I wish I had a good reason to tell you I have no clue why they think it’s that valuable, but they are called the Steeler ship for a reason …. I’m glad you can do it yourself though Cal that’s awesome that’s what my videos are for so I greatly appreciate that. Thank you and thank you for taking the time to write this message. It really makes it worthwhile because TH-cam videos do not pay anything, but 2/10th of cent per view .. although the warm feeling I get when I get messages like this are the reason I continue to make videos like this
Thanks Clay !!! Very descriptive - I'm attempting this Myself - with your help, I CAN DO IT !!!!
I’m sure you will do just fine
Thank you so much for this video! Keep them coming! I just saved myself a couple hundred dollars.
Thank you very much for the kind words welcome to the channel
I have a 2013 Equinox 2.4L. I had been experiencing rough idle and high gas consumption for several months, but my garage could not figure out the cause. I got code P0010 and engine stalled. Replaced both intake and exhaust solenoids. Now I'm getting code P0013 with check engine light on. Engine ran fine for about 200 miles, but began rough idle and high gas consumption again. Advice?
I got codes for the solenoids. I replaced them, but it still stalls.
And I'm still getting the codes for both exhaust and intake. Any ideas?
My 2012 equinox got p0016 & p00117 changed the VCTs, light was still on. Camshaft position correlation- bank 1 sensor A.... which 1 is Sensor A, front or back
No, that means or timing chain needs to be replaced technically but your cylinder head is really the problem. It loses oil pressure, open the cylinder head, which will not actuator cam gears properly…. Other people may tell you differently because they’re trying to sell you something and it’s easier to sell something that’s cheaper than sell something that’s more expensive….. but I’m telling you this because I don’t have any skin in the game. I don’t have anything to gain you need a new cylinder head not a used one or one that is line board properly…
If you want more information on this message me over Facebook under clays ac and Auto Repair, send me your DM and I will explain it further
Great video. The best how to on a car I’ve seen. Well done.
Hi I did had same problem I did replace them either oil spark plugs and one off the sander in back I still have the problem when I came to stop signal it shut off I have to fith back to stared again, what do you think it's please ,I need help.
Well I’m sorry to say that your cam phasers or your clearance on your cams creates a low oil pressure situation which then stalls out the engine at a low idle.
I wish I had better news for you sorry I can’t give you a good information on that
@@sharpcarco thank you anyway
If it’s 2023 and your just seeing this ✊🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 you made it to a new year
Very good video. I read these can be cleaned up. Any luck cleaning these from past jobs?
Should these take care of the cam position sensor that shows with theP0013
Nice video. I really enjoyed the factoids also.
How long will the 2.4 last? Heard it's not a good motor. I bought it new, it now has 130k.
Great job keeping it going that long .
Is giving me code, P228D,P0171,P0089 and P0016. I replaced every sensor that it has asked for and the New gas Pump and is still giving the same codes.. Geeez what gives. Is there something I don't C.. Please advise.
I looked to watch video on cam shaft selinoid. Will look other places intake and exhaust. Is what your fixing
I changed my selenoids and just makes my car a whole mess it starts shaking and just makes a problem worse, do i need to do something else?
Double check your work. It’s not coincidence you did something. I don’t know what you did but check over everything and redo the project exactly the same way you were doing it. It’s not that complicated so it should be easy to recognize what you did wrong.
Hi, Min 4:41 what's the name of that tube???
Does this also cover the P0010 code? I have that on my 2011 2.4 with 100k. Rough idle, stalls at idle, slugs on takeoff. Says stuck open on all 4 banks, didn't want to replace wrong parts
My chevy equinox 2014 have an issue which eating oil itself little by little. There's no leak even on the same spot which I usually parking it. What and which should I replace there?
Well unfortunately that’s a very common problem for these vehicles. It is burned up by the engine it leaks past the rings. Very common problem for them I was actually speaking to a General Motors engineer today about that problem and they said they had to make the engine the way that they made it so they would be more fuel efficient.
Without getting into any great deal of Detail he explained it pretty well
@@sharpcarco now my suv need to be fix in tyming chain base on the obd reading. I post here just in case the car get fix "hopefully".
So going forward to the problem base on my experience having chevy equinox LTZ 2014. Once stability appear in dashboard for some reason. That's the sign and I suggest you need to trade in your car or sell it while it's still in good running condition.
Would you recommend for a tune up?
We were replacing the variable valve timing sensor and only the top half came out! How do we remove the bottom part that stayed in? We have tried WD40 to loosen it and it will not budge.
Well you’ll have to remove the valve cover I know it might not look like very much fun but you’ll get it out…
@@sharpcarco lol! It took a few trips to the auto part store but we finally figured a way to get the bottom half that was stuck in there out! Thank you
What if the screws wont tighten after replacement? Tried taking the little oring on the screw and puttimg it on the new screw but the black side wont tighten but it held fine twenty minutes ago with the old sensor
I’ve got a p0013 and p0014 codes, I’ve got both solenoids coming in to replace. This will be my first time working on this car so I’m nervous lol
No worries at all it’s a great start you shouldn’t really run into any problems that I didn’t cover in the video that I can think of but if you do just message me I’ll be happy to try to help you
Thanks a million! Easy to understand. Great camera work. Love everything about this. Rock on!!!
Thank you very much for the kind words they go along way I greatly appreciate them
Thanks for explaining stuff man, I keep getting correlation codes p0016 and 17. And occasionally the sensor codes, now im unfortunately pretty sure the top actuators broke... And have basically ruined or clogged the sensors
Me too. My car jerks at the light
@@Blockizhott214 ever figure out to get p0016 off
Hello. I own a Chevrolet Equinox 2012 and this code came up P0010. Please advice
Yes same here!! I need to know how to fix this problem too.
Outstanding Good Sir!
I got code P0014. Changed the both solenoids. Reset the code with my ODB2 reader. Drove about 25 miles no problem. Mile 30, on my way home from work, CEL turned back on. Same exact code. What else could be the issue, or what would you recommend i do?
I Live in Grand Rapids MI. Great info great help ty
Great help thanks, can you provide a link from Ebay, Amazon etc, where I can get it, in fact how to search for it on the internet in order to buy it.
Thanks again, liked and subscribe.
Thank you so much this helped a lot
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How do the white/greyish tabs come off before removing the clip with wires?
They pull straight up they don’t have to come all the way out they are locks to hold the clip
Where did you buy Them and what's the brand
So what’s it mean when you take off the breather tube and theirs milky brown oil coming out?
This guy is Genius
That’s extremely kind but if you knew me , That certainly isn’t the case but I do greatly appreciate the very kind words they make it all worth it thank you very much
So what did the engine run like when the bad ones were in ?
Well that’s a complicated question to answer because sometimes at stoplights it would die , and even though it needed new solenoids that wasn’t the complete problem. Sometimes it would run just fine.
The problem often with these is the PCV valve gets plugged and that hurts the oil pressure on the inside of the engine so removing the intake and cleaning the PCV valve is often necessary in addition to replacing the solenoids.
These engines are not very good engines they often have ring problems and a host of mini more.
@@sharpcarco sounds like intake solenoid
best idea to change both wile you are at it
better yet change them at 100 k miles. these engines are known for these symptons. dont wait till go bad then do the 2 cam shaft sensors, while you are there not hard to change.
Hey clay.. First off. .Thank you for making it easy to understand (great vid) I do have one question . .How was the engine running before you replaced the selenoids?
Well since I made this video I learned a considerable amount more about these engines you can certainly try to change the solenoids it’s easy and sometimes effective because oil will basically buildup on the inside of the solenoid causing them not to work
Ultimately though these are kind of junkie engines this one would not idle very well. It was fine when it was above an idol but ultimately it boils down to oil pressure not being consistent in the engine and running the cam phasers incorrectly. And that’s caused because the cam journal bearings were down overtime allowing for inconsistent oil pressure it’s not the oil pump it’s the bearings wearing down inside the engine if that makes sense
Unfortunately these engines are complete doom and gloom.
I broke one of the bolts inside of it😳as I was tighten the bolts. What can I do any suggestions would greatly be appreciated
Well it’s a small bolt so it should be relatively easy to get it out. , Is it broke off flush?
@@sharpcarcoThank you for your reply appreciated! yes top of the bolt broke off
Can you grab it with pliers or anything since there’s no pressure on it any longer you may be able to take a little screwdriver and turn it. I’m assuming you don’t have a die grinder because you could put a notch in the top of it allowing you to unscrew it.
You could try to drill a tiny hole in it with a 1/16 drillbit then insert what’s called an easy out which almost looks like a drill bit. Once you got the easy out inside there you turn it counterclockwise the easyout it will go further inside the hole then it will grab and start turning the stud out .
I’m sure you could insert your new Solenoid inside there and drive it to a repair shop and they should be able to get it out in a couple of minutes.
Hope some of that information is helpful for you and I’m sorry that happened to you
Thank you for your video.
changed the vvt solenoid and stil having the same problem check engine light stil
getting p0114 what else can i check
Intake came out ok.The exhaust was brutal.Finally took a pliers and wiggle it for 15 minutes before it came out.
Can a crankshaft sensor throw a engine overs be code
Can you give me the code number and the definition exactly how it’s worded please
p0219
2014 Chevy Equinox 2.4 l
How much did you pay for the solenoid each?
How much do you charge for that I live close to Grand Rapids and my wife’s 2013 equinox has the same codes
I’m sorry I’m not sure what you’re referring to because it doesn’t show me the video but if you need service you can reach out to me on quays AC and auto repair on the Facebook messenger and you can explain it to me there is much simpler these messages don’t always get brought to my attention
Ok I’ve replaced these a couple months ago, how can they be bad already? I have a chevy equinox 2013, and I replaced them both! I’m confused
Well technically they’re not bad you have a low oil pressure problem and that makes them seem like they’re not bad but they’re really not you have another internal problem like bearing clearances on your cams that’s the most common problem
@@sharpcarco thank you
Thank you so much, this was a great video
my 2010 Chevy Equinox it doesn't get out of 2 gear and even goes down to 1st... if I put it into N or park it resets but then I have to accelerate to get it to shift and get to stay in 3 or 4th gear ... please help I can't afford to take it to a shop
basically it gets stuck in 1st and doesn't want to shift
Another very useful video. I'm getting the P0013 on my 11 terrain. Seems like a simple job to do!
Did that fix it? I just got this code on my 11 Equinox.
Did you fix it?
@@mtsanchez27 sadly not for my situation. Ended up being a blown motor
This worked perfectly! Thanks for your video
I just got a p0014 code on my car today but a few weeks like not even a month ago I fixed these two valves. My car is also idling very rough what else could be the problem associated with this code?
i changed mines too and i am experiencing the same symptoms did you know what happened to yours ?
Is this the same as camshaft postion sensor
No it is located on the timing cover
Or on the back side cam Can’t remember for certain
CAN I CLEAN MY SOLENOID INTAKE. AND PUT IT BACK IN
Good evening Clay, love your video. I'm having this promplem so I'm going to replace both. Wanted to ask how much and where did you buy your code reader? Thank you in advance
I’m sorry it probably depends on which one I used if I used my little one it was probably less than $100 and I bought it off of eBay or something if I used my large touchscreen it was probably a little bit over 5000 because I got The J tool and the lab scope
I Change them both and the check engine light comes on why
Well I guess because there’s something else wrong but with the limited amount of information I don’t think there’s any way I could tell you what’s going on…
This is the second video of yours that helped me within the last 6mo. Thanks! 2015 equinox had P0013 error, replaced both intake and exhaust solenoids, but still has check engine light. It definitely idles smoother. Any advice of removing check engine light? Should I clear code?
You can clear the code but you probably have other issues going on like low oil pressure. More than likely because the cam Girdles are wore down or the cam bearings are wore out sorry to say thank you very much for the kind words though
Did you fix it? What about the camshaft sensor?
Thank you sir for your knowledge!
You’re very welcome thank you for the compliment and welcome to the channel
Good Video.
Can you put the year model and engine size in the title?
Thanks
No, because it doesn’t matter. If you have a 2.4 it’s all the same.
@@sharpcarco .
You don't get my point.
The Equinox comes with a 3.0l V6 also.
So it will be more accurate if you put the engine size in your title ( in your case 2.4l ) so people who are searching for the V6 don't have to watch your video.
Yeah, I totally get your point and it makes 100% sense . The problem is TH-cam… the algorithm doesn’t work like that. But I will consider it because you’re polite person I’ll just put 2.4 in that title.
@@sharpcarco .
Thanks
thank you for showing how easy this is. I have a P0014 on my 2013 equinox and its causing the engine to stall
In a couple days I have a video coming out that’s going to show you something that I didn’t know that I learned at my new sponsors shop and you may be very very interested in it it may help alleviate that problem as well
@@sharpcarco what was the issues?
@@sharpcarco I'm getting the P0014 after the engine blew the main seal due to the PCV issue and a shop replaced the seal and cleaned the PCV. After getting it back the check engine light came on with this. Any thoughts?
I changed mine but for some reason I keep getting a back up of oil coming out
I have 2010 Equinox5 with P0016 and P0017.
I changed the solendoid wirh a new one, the code is still there. I've reset multiple times now.
I have the same car. Any update?
Mines just went out last month is this a recall
No i’m sorry to say it is not on recall it’s not a safety related item.
U DA MAN BIG CLAY THANKS💯❤️
Those weren’t actually crank position sensors, right?
Weren’t they vvt sensors?
They’re definitely not crank position sensor‘s…… they are called solenoids. I do believe that was the title of the video
Well it hurt the engine if i unplug the camshaft sensor because it shakes when it's plug up
I change them both an it still shakes orally sold me two of the same thing and said thats aftermarket parts for you
No it will just revert back to original programming or may not run but it does not hurt it to be unplugged because of the sensor went faulty it would be like it was unplugged anyways more than likely you actually have a problem on the inside of the engine the sensors very rarely fail least that’s been my experience anyways
Thank you so much your awesome
You’re awesome to Matt I appreciate you taking the time to write that thank you very much
Thank you again you made a job I was dreading super simple (even the trick to taking care of the part being stuck, because of course it was!). Keep up the great work!!
Does this work on the 2015 model?
It says in the description that it does
My 2011 equinox died on me I tried starting it till battery died I put new battery on and it wind and doesn't start I replaced starter and same wind it doesn't click or anything else just winds will not start
Thank you so much, you rock!
Do Acadia 2007 have 2 VVTS ?
4,
@@sharpcarco ... Is that 2 Intake and 2 exhaust ? Where are they located ? Thanks ..
Is this something that needs to be changed right away?
It should be as soon as possible.
Where are u located?
Muskegon Michigan
can you drill a vent hole in the cover to vent the the around the soleniod
Hi Mark I’m honestly not certain but I would think that would make it leak oil
@@sharpcarco i talking about the plastic cover on top of the engine
Mark Fiorella Oh I’m sure you could drill a hole in that cover but can you explain to me why you need to do that?
@@sharpcarco i i think venting them would make them run cooler
Shame not the V6 version... Having to do this but not the 2.4l model
THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!
You the man