Hey - thank you for the video my 2013 Impala was sucking wind ! Will the engine light clear after driving it for awhile ? Update *** light went off after a day or two of driving !
Robert Hopson y'all I need help cause my check engine light came on but i went to auto zone and bought those 2 parts I got a 2013 impala too. I'm scared to do this
I asked these fools at GoodGuys what the cost to replace this was an he told me for parts and labor your looking at 254.80. They make money off your lack of knowledge.
I'm a 36 yr old single mother of 2 boys. My husband passed away August 17'. The reason I'm telling you this, the first few months after he died, anytime I would have problems such as our A/C unit having issues or my car breaking down, I would call a mechanic or handyman and pay stupid amounts of money for repairs. My husband MADE SURE I wasn't helpless before he passed. I can change a tire, even my own oil/filters/etc, and little repairs around the house. I can do the basics. (He could fix anything) But there were things that I was clueless about.. I decided to STOP paying someone to help me. Instead, I would help myself AND teach my son's things my husband didn't get the chance too. UA-cam is amazing! LOL. The belt kit on my washing machine went out last month and I took care of it myself. Now my 14' Impala needs a PO496 purge valve and you showed me how easy it is. Thank you! So now I've subscribed to your channel for future repairs I might need on my car. Lol. ******I'm so sorry for this long ass story!*****
I have been scratching my head like 5 years(I am not kidding) not knowing what was wrong with my vehicle. It was idling rough, not shifting correctly, hard shifting in the transition from decel to accel, it wouldn't start after filling up with gas, the engine would die when cornering.... Replaced this part, runs and drives perfect now. Vacuum leak, big issue, get them fixed, noted.
My impala got at 99275 now, and went to autozone. Part was $56 which I’ll get on payday in 2 days. Easy repair it looks, thank god it wasn’t something too bad for now
wat about that clip on the left? mine(12)s got that annoying blue clip which all the clips on this car have, that are nearly impossible to remive without breaking👋(other thN that, gr8 viDO)..
Great video thank you I replaced my in about a year ago it was ticking like a time-bomb, can you show me where the other Pcv valve is for the Chevy Impala on the intake I got one all the way on the back firewall driver's side but I don't see another one? Ty
Sorry i was busy when i looked at your comment then forgot about it. Honestly i dont know where its located. All i do to find something is a quick google search or a UA-cam video for that specific part.
Im having issues with the same fault P0496 High Purge flow. I rrplaced the purge solinoid drove about 100 miles amd still throwing that code. Any suggestions???? PLEASE HELP
I was able to order a code reader from wish. for few bucks. Then hooked it up. I was able to erase the code off and the engine light went out. I'm going to replace mine on the 15th, by myself I replaced a starter with uncle so I'm good hands. this was for impala 2013
+Peter Robie Creative honestly I'm not sure ,just Google the purge valve for that car and see what information you can find on it. Thanks for watching.
Are you using original parts? The original chevy parts fail often and the aftermarket parts are even worse. I always replace those with oem/ACdelco parts
Thanks for the very helpful vid! I cleared the confirmed and pending codes but I still have a check engine light and the code is permanent. How long does it usually take for that to clear?
Could a bad purge valve cause a fluctuating idle on a cold start? Fluctuating idle (600-900rpms) goes away after throwing it in drive or reverse. All in all, I am having the symptoms your video mentions for a bad purge valve minus the check engine light? Read online it can cause an almost sort of vacuum leak leading to a weird idle
Yes it can cause that. If its stuck open then technically it is a vacuum leak. Its super easy to check. If you have vacuum at the valve while its unplugged then its bad
Nice vids but it would've great if the location of where the valve actually is would have great cuz for a car dummy this would be an easy job but I can't find the valve
My old purge valve had the vacuum so I replaced it with a new one , after I turned it on there was no vacuum so I waited to make sure and after a minute or 2 the new purge valve started clicking and the vacuum as well ? Any thoughts why it’s clicking?
You cant test for vacuum while its plugged in. Unplug the electrical connector and test for vacuum. If you have vacuum on the new part even when its not plugged in then you have a bad part. New doesnt always mean it works
I have the same hard to start when I get fuel and sometimes it diesels when you shut it off on top of that. On top of purge pump code I'm also getting small evaporative emissions leak code. Could the purge pump be causing that as well?
@@themechanic6117 Yes check engine light is on and the car is hard to start but only sometime, very speratic . Acts like a dead battery but battery is new and checks good at 13.3 amps and alternator is good also was replaced already
ive tried google but nothing for this car mostly just cruzes and impalas...im just confused cuz some cars have it in the front and some in back so dont even know where to look. well not back but in the bottom.
Mohag this happened to me as well in my 2012 impala. No matter how much gas I put in it, it wouldn't start. I took it to the shop and they said I needed a purge value and a tune up. Problem went away
Kenyon Hicks, I'm having the same issue. I've had the tune up and it didn't help. So I'll try the pulse valve next. Did it work for you using this method?
My 2014 Impala limited LT. is throwing a p0455 (large) Ran all winter with no issue but once the weather warmed up I started getting a “ gas cap loose “ warning and than the check engine light came on. I do not hear a clicking sound with engine running. Gas cap is tight. Any suggestions?
It's PV479 for 2013 Impala - Duralast
Robert Hopson you're right, didn't realize I screwed that up. Thank you.
Hey - thank you for the video my 2013 Impala was sucking wind ! Will the engine light clear after driving it for awhile ? Update *** light went off after a day or two of driving !
Robert Hopson y'all I need help cause my check engine light came on but i went to auto zone and bought those 2 parts I got a 2013 impala too. I'm scared to do this
Robert Hopson great,that's what I like to see.
JuanJ3000 it's pretty easy to change this part just like I did in the video.
I asked these fools at GoodGuys what the cost to replace this was an he told me for parts and labor your looking at 254.80. They make money off your lack of knowledge.
I'm a 36 yr old single mother of 2 boys. My husband passed away August 17'. The reason I'm telling you this, the first few months after he died, anytime I would have problems such as our A/C unit having issues or my car breaking down, I would call a mechanic or handyman and pay stupid amounts of money for repairs. My husband MADE SURE I wasn't helpless before he passed. I can change a tire, even my own oil/filters/etc, and little repairs around the house. I can do the basics. (He could fix anything) But there were things that I was clueless about.. I decided to STOP paying someone to help me. Instead, I would help myself AND teach my son's things my husband didn't get the chance too. UA-cam is amazing! LOL. The belt kit on my washing machine went out last month and I took care of it myself. Now my 14' Impala needs a PO496 purge valve and you showed me how easy it is. Thank you! So now I've subscribed to your channel for future repairs I might need on my car. Lol. ******I'm so sorry for this long ass story!*****
My 2012 impala was having a rough time starting every time I filled the gas tank. The purge valve was the issue. Starts fine now. Thank you!
I'm glad the video helped you 👍
Dave same thing with mines now
Same issue; 2nd purge valve.
Wow that sounds exactly like whats wrong with mine, same code and everything. Will definelty be replacing that part today
Helped a friend do this in 10mins flat and saved them $400 from the shop. Thanks!
Followed your instructions and tested the valve. Replacement was so easy and completed within 5 minutes. Thank you.
It really is that easy. 👍 good work
I have been scratching my head like 5 years(I am not kidding) not knowing what was wrong with my vehicle. It was idling rough, not shifting correctly, hard shifting in the transition from decel to accel, it wouldn't start after filling up with gas, the engine would die when cornering.... Replaced this part, runs and drives perfect now. Vacuum leak, big issue, get them fixed, noted.
Yes a bad purge valve can cause all kinds of issues
Thanks for the video! This was a quick and simple fix that I wouldn't have known how to do otherwise.
Exceptional video. My 2016 Impala makes loud noise from that exact part. I’ll be replacing.
Nice to see that purge valve failure is common on all brands! =)
Thomas EXOVCDS yes! such an easy fix lol
Thomas EXOVCDS yep, Gm switched to bosch purge valves😅
Thomas EXOVCDS just Chevy mostly, they suck lol lol
Firestone wanting to charge 172 to replace. 😂
Thanks for the video!
My impala got at 99275 now, and went to autozone. Part was $56 which I’ll get on payday in 2 days. Easy repair it looks, thank god it wasn’t something too bad for now
wat about that clip on the left? mine(12)s got that annoying blue clip which all the clips on this car have, that are nearly impossible to remive without breaking👋(other thN that, gr8 viDO)..
Whenever I pump gas into my car I can’t hold the pump! It shuts off bc the gas isn’t getting sucked in! Could that be my purge valve?
You should get your car diagnosed .it'll be cheaper than throwing parts at it
Same as mine
Hey .. tnx .. if anything come across suburban yukon SUV 2015 and up pls tape it and up load it pls , I have concern on a pcv valve tnx..
I replaced it with a new one and it still clicks.
Just saved me $200 👊🏾
Nice! Thanks for watching
This video helped a lot... thanks for the advice..👌💯
Thanks for watching
Great video thank you I replaced my in about a year ago it was ticking like a time-bomb, can you show me where the other Pcv valve is for the Chevy Impala on the intake I got one all the way on the back firewall driver's side but I don't see another one? Ty
Where's my answer??? the heart is nice but I'm looking for an answer!!!!
Sorry i was busy when i looked at your comment then forgot about it. Honestly i dont know where its located. All i do to find something is a quick google search or a UA-cam video for that specific part.
My guy thank you
Didn’t know it only had a vacuum when the computer tells it to. Thanks for the tip! Solved my problem.
You're welcome
Worked like a champ
Where is it located
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does the old one make any kind of noise or pose
Brian White when it's installed on the car it made a loud clicking noise,you can hear it in the video.
I put a new one on. It didn't have a vacuum but I hear a taping an feel one when I touch it
Did your fix your problem
Brian White yes the problem was fixed with installing the new part. your new part is ticking ?
Thank you!!! Great way to test purge valve without all test equipment! Thanks Much!!!
You're welcome
I changed mine yesterday. Thanks for the video. The check engine light is still on though, when does that turn off
If that was the problem it should clear on its own. Did you try deleting the code?
Idk how to
Delete code with reader or unplugg bat for a few seconds maybe?
This video was so helpful and was less than a five minute job.
Thanks for watching
Appreciate the vid 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
No problem.thanks for watching
Thank you great video saved me 100 bucks
Thanks for watching
Im having issues with the same fault P0496 High Purge flow. I rrplaced the purge solinoid drove about 100 miles amd still throwing that code. Any suggestions???? PLEASE HELP
+Ca Med Kits there are many things that can be wrong, start looking for broken or leaking hoses in that system.
I was able to order a code reader from wish. for few bucks. Then hooked it up. I was able to erase the code off and the engine light went out. I'm going to replace mine on the 15th, by myself I replaced a starter with uncle so I'm good hands. this was for impala 2013
Thank you the video was extremely helpful👍👍👍
You're welcome
Thank you brother, hopefully I can fix these issues of my car.
That hose sitting on top busted when trying this. Whats that called lol radiator fluid everywhere
Love it, short, simple n helpful
Is this the same procedure for a 2013 Camaro RS V6?
+Peter Robie Creative honestly I'm not sure ,just Google the purge valve for that car and see what information you can find on it. Thanks for watching.
do you cut video.
Thank you!
I’ve replaced this twice one my 2014 impala and it’s clicking very loud again what would cause this to keep going bad ?
Are you using original parts? The original chevy parts fail often and the aftermarket parts are even worse. I always replace those with oem/ACdelco parts
Hey I was wondering is this parts malfunction also responsible for oil in my air intake?
No, for that you'd want to look into your pcv system.
@@themechanic6117 do have a video on or no were I can see a pic or video of were that is I couldn't see it on mine
Thanks for the very helpful vid! I cleared the confirmed and pending codes but I still have a check engine light and the code is permanent. How long does it usually take for that to clear?
If the problem is fixed it should go away within a day or two of driving
Do you need any tools?
10mm socket and ratchet
Could a bad purge valve cause a fluctuating idle on a cold start? Fluctuating idle (600-900rpms) goes away after throwing it in drive or reverse. All in all, I am having the symptoms your video mentions for a bad purge valve minus the check engine light? Read online it can cause an almost sort of vacuum leak leading to a weird idle
Yes it can cause that. If its stuck open then technically it is a vacuum leak. Its super easy to check. If you have vacuum at the valve while its unplugged then its bad
Is this a 3.9L? I’m trying to figure out where my purge valve is located on my 09 Buick Lucerne with 3.9
2013 is a 3.6
Push white clip down and pull on those? Looks like you pulled up
Good clear video , thanks
Thanks for watching
After replacing with new one still sucking like vacuum now I’m confused which one is bad ? But code gone u told if it’s sucking then bad ?
With it unplugged theres still vacuum on it?
Will this also cause a p0171/0174?
Thank you for the video! Made the fix a breeze!
Glad i could help
After I change mine I smell fuel in the cab of my car
Does it have to be part pv479
layziebone05 no you can get another brand, it'll be a different part number.
Nice vids but it would've great if the location of where the valve actually is would have great cuz for a car dummy this would be an easy job but I can't find the valve
I show where the valve is....right on top of the engine
My old purge valve had the vacuum so I replaced it with a new one , after I turned it on there was no vacuum so I waited to make sure and after a minute or 2 the new purge valve started clicking and the vacuum as well ? Any thoughts why it’s clicking?
You cant test for vacuum while its plugged in. Unplug the electrical connector and test for vacuum. If you have vacuum on the new part even when its not plugged in then you have a bad part. New doesnt always mean it works
Having this issue right now
great video, ty my man
Thanks for watching
Would changing pcv valve fix excessive oil burning impala?
It may help but mostly likey it won't fix that problem
What were the other two codes that you got?
this was very helpful thank you
+jenniferdawn70 you're welcome
Did you get other symptoms like Oil in the intake or whining noise?
Those are probably separate issues
Fantastic video!!
Thank you
simple to the point. OH, you push down on the clip>%$(*
Thanks for watching
@@themechanic6117 what do you do if you happened to break the clip for the electrical connector AND the hose? Any help would be much appreciated.
Cheapest option is to use a zip tie to hold the connector in place
@@themechanic6117could you use electrical tape?
And the clip that you squeeze on the evap hose I also happened to break
I have a 2012 Impala does this part work for this yr as well? Thank u
If it's the same engine it should
I have the same hard to start when I get fuel and sometimes it diesels when you shut it off on top of that. On top of purge pump code I'm also getting small evaporative emissions leak code. Could the purge pump be causing that as well?
I'd try changing the purge valve first. It can definitely cause those symptoms
@@themechanic6117 you're a cool dude. I'm going to get the part later today and I'll let you know how it turns out!
Clear the codes you have after replacing the part by disconnecting your battery
What size motor you working on
Dont know... Its a v6
How do you fix an low voltage on control module code 800- 03 on obd
When I see those codes most times it's a weak /old battery
@@themechanic6117
The battery has been replaced and still has this code?
Is that code setting a check engine light? Doesn't seam like it would
@@themechanic6117
Yes check engine light is on and the car is hard to start but only sometime, very speratic . Acts like a dead battery but battery is new and checks good at 13.3 amps and alternator is good also was replaced already
@@themechanic6117
Is there an auxiliary battery in it ? I don't think so
What size engine is it
Dont know...why?
My noise is coming from under the dash by the radio. Will that be the same part need I to replace?
No. That will be a blend door actuator
@@themechanic6117 thx. Also sometimes when I adjust my thermostat it makes that noise as well. Will that be the same part?
Yes same part. The car has about 3 of them. Them move different blend doors but theyre all prone to going bad
@@themechanic6117 thx bro
Did you mean PV 479
+Hail Satan yes I made a mistake when editing the video. You're correct with the part number.
Thanks for a video.
+Hail Satan thank you for watching 👍
Does the car have to be on when you replace the piece
No.... Car on is just for testing. Turn the car off to replace it
@@themechanic6117 thanks
I spent 145 on that shit
You paid someone to change this?
It was before I did anything for my car, I needed to pass inspection and it didnt fix the emissions leak sadly
does anyone know where this is located on a 2013 chevy spark
+Fernando Rodriguez not really sure,if it's not up front it might be on the Evap canister. Try looking on Google also.
ive tried google but nothing for this car mostly just cruzes and impalas...im just confused cuz some cars have it in the front and some in back so dont even know where to look.
well not back but in the bottom.
+Fernando Rodriguez well if the spark has the same engine as the Cruz then that's the info you need . Unless the they're different engines.
my 2013 impala don't want to start after a refuel is this the culprit
+Mohag probably not. Have the car checked out to see what's causing it to not start.
Mohag this happened to me as well in my 2012 impala. No matter how much gas I put in it, it wouldn't start. I took it to the shop and they said I needed a purge value and a tune up. Problem went away
Kenyon Hicks glad the problem was fixed.
Kenyon Hicks, I'm having the same issue. I've had the tune up and it didn't help. So I'll try the pulse valve next. Did it work for you using this method?
yes it could very well be. im a gm technician
So no tools required???
I think you need a ratchet and socket
@GOD OVER MONEY lol, you won't even get through the first beer. It's literally a 5 minute job!
A great fast succinct explanation.
Michael Bilger thank you
you covered two problems to look for and also mentioned the remote start malfunction because of this evap problem. Thanks again !!!
+Michael Bilger you're welcome, thanks for watching.
what do you do if it's making the click sound but there is no vacuum when you touch the nozzle
+doedoe215 it might be stuck in the closed position.
My 2014 Impala limited LT. is throwing a p0455 (large) Ran all winter with no issue but once the weather warmed up I started getting a “ gas cap loose “ warning and than the check engine light came on. I do not hear a clicking sound with engine running. Gas cap is tight. Any suggestions?
How did you get the connector off???? I can't get mine off
+mike spain did you pull up on the tab? Should come off pretty easy
The mech a nic. No I pushed it in
The mech a nic so I have to pull the tab out to the side?
+mike spain are you talking about the hose or the electrical connector ?
The mech a nic the electrical connector
So when I was trying to get the first part off and the little thing you push down broke off, any pointers?
Use a pick
@@themechanic6117 like a flat head or sum?
Yes, something small
@@themechanic6117 awesome thanks!