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How To Fix A Car That Idles Poorly (Clean the IAC)
ChannelChrisFixIn brief
Fix a car that idles poorly by cleaning the throttle body and idle air control (IAC) valve. This straightforward process helps resolve high, low, or rough idling in most modern vehicles. Suitable for DIYers with basic mechanical skills.
Key steps
- Locate the throttle body and IAC valve under the hood.
- Disconnect the IAC valve’s electrical connector (check engine light may appear).
- Spray IAC cleaner into the throttle body and valve openings.
- Reconnect the IAC valve and clear the check engine light with a scanner or battery disconnect.
Questions & answers
Will cleaning the IAC reset the check engine light?
No—disconnecting the battery or using a scanner is needed to clear it.
Which error codes might appear after unplugging the IAC?
P0401, P0505, or P0507, according to the creator.
Description from the creator
How to clean a throttle body and Idle air control valve (iac). This shows you how to fix a high idle, low idle, and or rough idle. Most modern cars have an idler air control valve (IAC) that can get gummed-up and you have to clean it.
Be aware that unplugging the IAC can trigger a check engine light (use a scanner or disconnect the battery to get rid of the light). If you have any questions feel free to ask below. If this helps also let me know (I like to know when I help someone out!).
Codes that can be triggered are, P0401, P0505, and P0507
IAC Cleaner: amzn.to/41GdLbZ
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Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. ChrisFix assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. ChrisFix recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not ChrisFix.
Be aware that unplugging the IAC can trigger a check engine light (use a scanner or disconnect the battery to get rid of the light). If you have any questions feel free to ask below. If this helps also let me know (I like to know when I help someone out!).
Codes that can be triggered are, P0401, P0505, and P0507
IAC Cleaner: amzn.to/41GdLbZ
**If the video was helpful, remember to give it a "thumbs up" and consider subscribing. New videos every Thursday**
-As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
-Website: ChrisFixed.com
-Facebook: facebook.com/chrisfix8
-Twitter: twitter.com/ChrisFixed
-Instagram: instagram.com/chrisfixit
-Subscribe Here: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=paintb…
-YouTube Channel: youtube.com/ChrisFix
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. ChrisFix assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. ChrisFix recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not ChrisFix.
About this tutorial
ChrisFix published this 5:52 video tutorial on November 4, 2013. It has been watched 3,569,060 times on YouTube.
- Channel
- ChrisFix
- Category
- Autos & Vehicles
- Duration
- 5:52
- Published
- November 4, 2013
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- 3,569,060
- Likes
- 26,414
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