Wow! This worked! Thank you sooo much. This afternoon while driving to work (Jan 1) my 2009 malibu suddenly slowed right down, engine light came on, Eng PWR Reduced message popped up as well as the traction light. I managed to pull over and turned off car. WTheck I thought. I managed to get to my destination but had my hazards on as I couldnt accelerate over 50 Kph. I was just ready to call a tow truck to bring to shop and thought I would google the problem. Note: I know very little about under the hood of a vehicle. Of course all the other UA-cam/google info listed a number of costly things that would need repairing/replacing as you stated you tried yourself. Then I came across your video and the title caught my eye (...**SIMPLE FIX***). I recalled when looking under the hood that a small reservior was almost empty...which I then googled the recovery tank and there it was with a photo of it half full. I went out just now and purchased the coolant recommended in my manual, put it in and started the car. Voila!!! All messages and lights cleared. THANK YOU SO MUCH for this video! Could have costed me $$$ and just after Christmas would have been tough. Bless you!
Hi kim as I would check why you were missing fluid . If your coolant is low it could be a head gasket and to check for that take out the dipstick for OIL. If your oil is starting to look like chocolate milk don't drive . If you have been driving and your oil level is way over filled that's real bad. If oil is ok and you have to add coolant once every little bit find the leak . Hose -rad or the water pump . I hope it has not been to long .Good luck. PS I told my son if the engine light comes on find out what caused it before you drive anywhere . If you are in a hot climate or if it is summer have a code reader in your car it can save you thousands. Also before going to a mechanic ask someone you trust so you are not ripped off .
Really I'm having this problem now message just popped up engine reduce message along with check engine light I've been to auto zone an a couple other shops an just frustrated not to mention I just purchased the car with only 100k miles on it a week ago an I instantly came to UA-cam saw this video an watched it to the end an within the next ten minutes I'll be trying this on my 2006 Chevy Impala
Man... I watched this video the same day my car was scheduled to be picked up by a junker. Was told by my mechanic of 35 years that my engine and transmission were bad. I figured it was worth a try, so I stopped at autozone and got some coolant. Bam, just like that, no more issues. Can't thank you enough for this video dude.
I just wanted to thank you for posting this video!! My car started doing the same thing yours did a few days ago and I had no idea what I was going to do...I'm a single mom barely making ends meet and right here at Christmas time my car breaking down was the last thing I needed. We all got in the car last night and drove 5mph to get to Walmart to get antifreeze to test it out and we all prayed real hard before we drove off and as of this morning on my way to work there's been no problems with my car.....you saved Christmas for my kids......thought I was gonna have to take their stuff back to get my car running. God bless you and your family and Happy holidays!!!!! Thank you again!!!!
My ESC light was on and my traction light was on. I was freaking out thinking I had to spend all this money to fix my car. I started watching videos on UA-cam to find out how to fix it and I came across your video. I Immediately went and check my antifreeze and I was completely out of antifreeze!! I added some to my car and now my light is off and it’s driving normal again. Thank you so much for this video!! Your a lifesaver!
Man, you saved me big time. I literally just left the shop getting my A/C fixed. Had a shortage. When I left as I was driving it saved “engine power reduced” so I turned right back around. As I turned around I started to look up what it could be and I found your video. I told them that it would possibly be the anti-freeze and low and behold I was a little low, and they filled it for me and the light came RIGHT off! Thanks man sorry you had to go through this but you sure did bless a lot of people with your experience
People you must watch this video before you try fixing your car. Definitely checked all the fluids in my car first. Changed the oil and added water and the problem was solved. Thank you!
Same thing happened to me on Friday as I was going through a tunnel. I couldn’t get past 40 mph unless I took my foot off the gas for a second. I was worried it was going to cause a lot of money but decided to UA-cam it before I took it to the dealership or buy parts. So I brought the GM antifreeze and it ran like a champ. I have a 2015 impala. Thank you for the video bro.
I having these same exact issues with my 2017 Chevy Malibu. I was about to take it to mechanic n miss work today to leave my car there. I’m going to Walmart to try this before i do anything else. I’m praying this works for me. Thank you for this video.
What an idea, what a fix! Thanks for the tip, have been struggling with reduced engine power crap on a 2010 Equinox 4 cylinder for more than six months with no success. I hate wasting money to shoot the “parts cannon” at these problems that can turn out to have a simple fix. Thanks to your father for being wise enough to suggest the cure!
King Markey McFly . Right after commenting on this great tip, I had to replace my alternator because the bearings rusted up while the car has been sitting up these many months. However, I viewed a video by Scotty Kilmer yesterday at this link: ua-cam.com/video/qYX4kRaOvTM/v-deo.html, where he explains what goes wrong chemically with old antifreeze and how old antifreeze can affect the readings of any sensor exposed to bad antifreeze. After 5 years, or so, depending on what your owners manual says, you need to replace your antifreeze with one that the manufacturer recommends. The color of the antifreeze varies depending on its chemical makeup, and you want to use the right kind. This is pretty much what this gentleman found based on his father’s great advice. To answer your question directly, I haven’t changed my antifreeze yet, but it is on the “to do” list before I crank it again. Some UA-camrs suggest draining the old antifreeze from the radiator first, filling the radiator with clear water, putting the cap on, running it for a few minutes, then cut off the engine, wait a few minutes, then drain it. He says the first few flushes will be dirty, as the buildup of gunk gets flushed out. When the drain water is clear, you can add the new antifreeze according to instructions. Each cycle with fresh water, run the engine for only a short time, and do not let the engine overheat. I have also added 5 gallons of gas to my practically empty tank, which is another tip I found. If the vapor pressure in the closed gas tank is too low, you also get the warning lights.
I did exactly what you said my 09 Malibu no longer has this problem I was a little skeptical about such an easy fix but you sir along with your dad know exactly what you're talking about
A humble man is a good man. Thanks for sharing your experience. It's crazy how the codes that come up can have such simple fixes and often even the ones that aren't listed in the books. I was getting all sorts of codes for my Malibu only to have them go away when I replaced it the radiator fans. Something that was not in any way even suggestion in the fixes for the codes I was seeing. Good to see you are able to keep your car and enjoy it.
DUDE, been there done that. Sometimes a second pair of eyes works wonders. Don't feel like an idiot cuz everybody makes the most simple of mistakes. Been wrenchin for years and I still make dumbass mistakes. Thanx for the video, good shit man!
Your video saved me alot of money last night!. I had the same problem. My Malibu just started trippin for no reason. I was just sitting in park and when I went to pull off the gas was working but the car was barely moving. It said service esc and traction control. The engine light was on any everything. Went to UA-cam to find answers and ur video was the first to pop up. Once I made it home I noticed the antifreeze was a lil low. Once I added more the car was back to normal. I wanted to make sure I gave you ur props!💯.
OMG .. so I had called a mobile mechanic friend .. so before he got here , I seen your Video . I went downstairs AND YES I HAD ALMOST NO COOLANT . I filled up coolant .. and I started car and YES all those sensor warnings turned off .. I was able to give it gas .. AND NOW IT RUNS GOOD ! Thank you so much 🤗🤗🤗🤗
I just saw your video n was having the same problems.. I pray to God this will solve my problems... I will let you know soon enough... Thanks a million!!!
Tell your dad thanks 😊 you guys just saved my pockets. The lights popped up while on the hwy I pulled over sat at a mechanics shop then found your video. Lol I drove right off!
Thank you very much man you saved my life I was about to take it to the mechanic I was expecting to pay at least 300 dollars but I put a little antifreeze that I had and the car is running like new again !! Thank you again
Thanks brotha, I have to try this on my daughters car. Man, after all that work and money you spent, I hope you got to treat yourself somehow. Thanks again
I appreciate you posting this video. A lot of people do/experience the same as others but don’t want to share to save others because of their shame of feeling dumb or whatever. No one knows anything about anything (even so-called simple/obvious stuff) until you learn or are taught.
Thanks for the tip! This worked on my 2011 Impala with the 3.5l V6. Check engine light was on, code P2122. It already has a new throttle body so was sure it wasn't that. Showed my son your video he is a budding mechanic, said yup makes sense actually because the car doesn't want to overheat so it's throwing a reduced power and throttle body code.
WOW!!!! Yesterday my Malibu, with no warning what so ever, did this. It said the engine was not running at full capacity and not even fit to drive home. On the fifth try turning it off and back on, it no longer rough idled. Check engine light was still on. Took it to O'Reilly's where their reading said "throttle and camshaft" issues. After researching and came across your video, I went out and checked..... sure enough the antifreeze barely registered. Put antifreeze in it and WHAT DO YOU KNOW! Drove it a short distance and the check engine light went off. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!!
Thanks a lot it worked for me 08 saturn aura and it was about a inch under the full line I can't believe it. You saved me a lot of money and frustration THANKS AGAIN for making this video
This works for real you guys! I have 2012 Malibu it starting doing this last night . Boy am I glad I found this video a SIMPLE $14 fix. Thank you for making this video cause all the other videos kept saying throttle body
Thank you so much for posting this video. I have a 2018 Malibu rental for lyft and I was not going to put any real money in it. You saved me taking it back and literally put money back in my pocket because I can go back to work now! Thank you again.
You are God sent Bro, I've been having this problem for a year now. Nothing seems to work, no replacement could stop it. Am going to get that right away. God bless you
Wow thish was so helpful!!!! Same scenario but didn't spend all the money on fixing other stuff. Had some coolant in the trunck when this started happening. Amazing made the car run 60 percent better. Thank again.
Brother. . . Thanks for taking your valuable time to make this vid and posting it. While we are only here on this plane to get sick and die we might as well help one another out and enjoy this little journey to our deaths. . .... I keep rewinding it to the part where you look back at the camera dumbfounded laugh my ass off man.
Thanks for posting this man. Sure enough if I don't have a 2008 Chevy Impala and popped that hood to find an empty coolant tank. Gonna have to stop by Quick Trip after work for the coolant. Hope this fixes this reduced engine power BS!!
My 2012 chevy Malibu is doing the same thing ! It started today ! So thank god I came across your video b4 I spent money on parts and just so happened to have antifreeze/coolant in my trunk ! I popped the hood n put it in ! I'll drive it tomorrow n see if this works ! Pray me for that it does ! I literally was on the highway with my 6 month old in the car n my car was slowing down and driving slow with my foot on the gas petal. I have an extended warranty on it and called the dealership n ofcourse they tried to beat around n talk fast talking bout I'll have to pay 100 just to get it checked. Luckily my car was low on coolant when I popped the hood bc I think that might be my problem as well ! Wish me luck like seriously bc I'm a single mom n I can't afford for it to be a hefty bill 😩
Modern cars with fail safe methods to keep you from damaging the engine and over heating the car. The dealer knows these tricks of the trade. Good looking on the information. Just makes me step my game up on fixing these modern cars.
man I feel just as stupid en from watching your video bro. because I literally bought just about everything you did, and still had the same problems but just noticed today the car was low on antifreeze. I really hope this works and thanks for posting this video with some really helpful news.
Wow just had this exact problem i almost called Triple A and started dreading about spending lots of money I was actually in target and bought the antifreeze and problem solved wow!!!!!
Dude! I was starting to run down that rabbit hole. Code scanner says throttle body and open circuit error. I added fing antifreeze and all is well. I owe you big!!
This problem started for me about a week or so ago, I hope this can be the fix, got to check it out.. That reduced engine thing is scary, especially on the freeway, always makes me grateful I work 2nd shift, and usually not as many ppl on the road going home lol
Glad I found d your video man!! Exact same shit is going down with my 08 impala ls...I put some antifreeze in a few days ago and so far its fine..I was getting ready to do the same on buying basically everything you did then I came across your video. I know it sucks you spent all that cash but by you posting this video its helping people out a lot and I appreciate you for sharing. Don't feel dumb cause hell with all the videos of what could be wrong what else could we do lol...my next car I get will not be a Chevy that's for sure. 😎👍
BANANAHAMMER420 hey man glad I could help. My car still running fine till this day. But I won’t ever buy a Malibu again. Lol. I’m going for the hell cat charger next lol🤷🏾♂️.
Mine was doing this similar stuff so I checked n it was hella low so I put antifreeze tonight and it's seeming to work. car started right up n sounded much more powerful. hoping it works. thanks so much I just spent money all week on Uber And mechanic cuz it wouldn''t turn over at all. tonight it's MUCH BETTER AFTER PUTTING ANTIFREEZE TURNED RIGHT OVER,🙌🙌🙌🙌
Having a problem with my 2011 chevy Malibu. Code keeps coming up saying the throttle position sensor is bad. & every now and then it will start shaking real bad and the engine light comes on then it stops for a while. Did this ever happen to you? Going to check & see if it need antifreeze like you did before I spend the money on a new throttle body sensor. Thanks!
WOW- This totally is insane. Thanks for the amazing Video. I have a 2007 Chevy Malibu. 144,000 miles. I checked the gas cap, which was loose. Also the engine light came on. Also the loss of Traction thing came on. I live in Hot Florida, but it was cold that night. I turned my heated seats on and put the heat on Full Blast. They worked as I drove to a store. When I came out. The car did a click, click like battery problem, then it started with the engine power reduced and loss of traction. I turned off and turned back on and was able to drive home. Now the car starts with sometimes it comes on OK and other times the issues seen. Also smelled a burning smell. Will put on the antifreeze. Thank you. So much.
I’m dealing with this issue right now and reading all these comments just made me feel better. I’m omw to purchase the anti freeze. Thanks to you for posting this and thanks to everyone in the comments
great video! I've been stressed the hell out w this same problem..2011 Malibu..i've noticed the coolant needs topped off every couple months. I am super relieved cause I haven't checked it in a while. Hope that's the issue!
Was it completely low to where you couldn’t see any anti freeze in the car or was it just a little low, mine is found the same thing and I have anti freeze but it is low. Thank you
I have a 07 Silverado and the antifreeze was about 2 inches low I filled it and the reduced power is off but the engine light is still on. I'm scared to test it was your light still on?
Dude thank you so much this actually worked!. same exact problem, I literally just added coolant and it went back to normal. I wish i could send you a gift man.
Hey just had that problem an it fix it... Thank you so much for video... An I really forgot check on that but I know I got get oil change soon so I was going make sure they check all my fluids
Wow.... Well at least you know all those parts are new now 😏 Also maybe it could've needed all of it. At least you fixed it King... New Subscriber From Detroit 💪🏾
I had the same problem with my 2002 Trailblazer about one year ago. When I was driving on a highway, reduced engine power light came on and it reduced speed to 15 or 20 mph. I pulled over and checked all connectors around throttle body and everything was fine. I was about to call for help when I just disconnected the battery waited for about 10 minutes, connected it back and then everything was fine, I did not do anything else. Like I said, that happened about a year ago and I have not had the problem again. I hope my experience helps somebody.
Ricardo Macias yea I tried that numerous of times. It worked for a min then goes right back. Everyone experiences seems to be different. I’m just glad I can help ppl
I went through this recently with an 08 Malibu hybrid. Took it into garage. Turns out that clogged catalytic converter was causing the issue. It had 2. Both replaced. Zero issues with that since. Just wanted to share my experience.
Wow! This worked! Thank you sooo much. This afternoon while driving to work (Jan 1) my 2009 malibu suddenly slowed right down, engine light came on, Eng PWR Reduced message popped up as well as the traction light. I managed to pull over and turned off car. WTheck I thought. I managed to get to my destination but had my hazards on as I couldnt accelerate over 50 Kph. I was just ready to call a tow truck to bring to shop and thought I would google the problem. Note: I know very little about under the hood of a vehicle. Of course all the other UA-cam/google info listed a number of costly things that would need repairing/replacing as you stated you tried yourself. Then I came across your video and the title caught my eye (...**SIMPLE FIX***). I recalled when looking under the hood that a small reservior was almost empty...which I then googled the recovery tank and there it was with a photo of it half full. I went out just now and purchased the coolant recommended in my manual, put it in and started the car. Voila!!! All messages and lights cleared. THANK YOU SO MUCH for this video! Could have costed me $$$ and just after Christmas would have been tough. Bless you!
I'm about to try it aswell I'm having the same issue hopefully works
Hi kim as I would check why you were missing fluid . If your coolant is low it could be a head gasket and to check for that take out the dipstick for OIL. If your oil is starting to look like chocolate milk don't drive . If you have been driving and your oil level is way over filled that's real bad. If oil is ok and you have to add coolant once every little bit find the leak . Hose -rad or the water pump . I hope it has not been to long .Good luck. PS I told my son if the engine light comes on find out what caused it before you drive anywhere . If you are in a hot climate or if it is summer have a code reader in your car it can save you thousands. Also before going to a mechanic ask someone you trust so you are not ripped off .
Really I'm having this problem now message just popped up engine reduce message along with check engine light I've been to auto zone an a couple other shops an just frustrated not to mention I just purchased the car with only 100k miles on it a week ago an I instantly came to UA-cam saw this video an watched it to the end an within the next ten minutes I'll be trying this on my 2006 Chevy Impala
Mr beo Mr beo . I just got a 2010 I’m Curious did it work for your car
IM HAVING THIS PROBLEM RIGHT AS WE SPEAK , CAR CUT OFF
Man... I watched this video the same day my car was scheduled to be picked up by a junker. Was told by my mechanic of 35 years that my engine and transmission were bad. I figured it was worth a try, so I stopped at autozone and got some coolant. Bam, just like that, no more issues. Can't thank you enough for this video dude.
I just wanted to thank you for posting this video!! My car started doing the same thing yours did a few days ago and I had no idea what I was going to do...I'm a single mom barely making ends meet and right here at Christmas time my car breaking down was the last thing I needed. We all got in the car last night and drove 5mph to get to Walmart to get antifreeze to test it out and we all prayed real hard before we drove off and as of this morning on my way to work there's been no problems with my car.....you saved Christmas for my kids......thought I was gonna have to take their stuff back to get my car running. God bless you and your family and Happy holidays!!!!! Thank you again!!!!
Kristin Childres your welcome. I’m a single father actually so I kno it can be hard. I’m glad I could help
sounds like my story. Im poor, disabled and single. I hope this helps
This almost killed me and family I was on the e way this should be a recall . Going 70 mph and engine power reduced right in traffic on the interstate
@@steelers4lyfe499 70 mph and in traffic? Make up your mind
My ESC light was on and my traction light was on. I was freaking out thinking I had to spend all this money to fix my car. I started watching videos on UA-cam to find out how to fix it and I came across your video. I Immediately went and check my antifreeze and I was completely out of antifreeze!! I added some to my car and now my light is off and it’s driving normal again. Thank you so much for this video!! Your a lifesaver!
Kayla Nevils mines had a lot in there did yours?
how is your car doing now ?
@@kingkobra907 mine has a lot in there orange liquid
I added antifreeze car still doing the same thing
Man, you saved me big time. I literally just left the shop getting my A/C fixed. Had a shortage. When I left as I was driving it saved “engine power reduced” so I turned right back around. As I turned around I started to look up what it could be and I found your video. I told them that it would possibly be the anti-freeze and low and behold I was a little low, and they filled it for me and the light came RIGHT off! Thanks man sorry you had to go through this but you sure did bless a lot of people with your experience
Tremaine Woods no problem man. Glad I could help.
People you must watch this video before you try fixing your car. Definitely checked all the fluids in my car first. Changed the oil and added water and the problem was solved. Thank you!
Same thing happened to me on Friday as I was going through a tunnel. I couldn’t get past 40 mph unless I took my foot off the gas for a second. I was worried it was going to cause a lot of money but decided to UA-cam it before I took it to the dealership or buy parts. So I brought the GM antifreeze and it ran like a champ. I have a 2015 impala. Thank you for the video bro.
I having these same exact issues with my 2017 Chevy Malibu. I was about to take it to mechanic n miss work today to leave my car there. I’m going to Walmart to try this before i do anything else. I’m praying this works for me. Thank you for this video.
BRO ! YOUR A LIFE SAVER ! My wife and I just left her 2009 Saturn aura in a parking lot because of the same problem her car !
What an idea, what a fix! Thanks for the tip, have been struggling with reduced engine power crap on a 2010 Equinox 4 cylinder for more than six months with no success. I hate wasting money to shoot the “parts cannon” at these problems that can turn out to have a simple fix. Thanks to your father for being wise enough to suggest the cure!
Anonymous98 did antifreeze Fix yours? I have the exact car as yours with exact same problem as yours.
King Markey McFly
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Right after commenting on this great tip, I had to replace my alternator because the bearings rusted up while the car has been sitting up these many months. However, I viewed a video by Scotty Kilmer yesterday at this link: ua-cam.com/video/qYX4kRaOvTM/v-deo.html, where he explains what goes wrong chemically with old antifreeze and how old antifreeze can affect the readings of any sensor exposed to bad antifreeze. After 5 years, or so, depending on what your owners manual says, you need to replace your antifreeze with one that the manufacturer recommends. The color of the antifreeze varies depending on its chemical makeup, and you want to use the right kind. This is pretty much what this gentleman found based on his father’s great advice. To answer your question directly, I haven’t changed my antifreeze yet, but it is on the “to do” list before I crank it again. Some UA-camrs suggest draining the old antifreeze from the radiator first, filling the radiator with clear water, putting the cap on, running it for a few minutes, then cut off the engine, wait a few minutes, then drain it. He says the first few flushes will be dirty, as the buildup of gunk gets flushed out. When the drain water is clear, you can add the new antifreeze according to instructions. Each cycle with fresh water, run the engine for only a short time, and do not let the engine overheat. I have also added 5 gallons of gas to my practically empty tank, which is another tip I found. If the vapor pressure in the closed gas tank is too low, you also get the warning lights.
Bro wanted to say thank you 😊. I just did my uncles car they were praising Jesus all day. Thank you from hawaii
I am handicap at hospital every other day. I pray this helps my same issue. Thank you for sharing.
WOW...This was sooooo easy and quick. It took no time for me to change and I am a FEMALE. Thanks guys!!!
Been dealing with this for a while, I can't believe this!!! Just fixed it, you are amazing!!!
I did exactly what you said my 09 Malibu no longer has this problem I was a little skeptical about such an easy fix but you sir along with your dad know exactly what you're talking about
Did your car alresdy have antifreeze in it and you added more or it didn’t have any at all?
A humble man is a good man. Thanks for sharing your experience. It's crazy how the codes that come up can have such simple fixes and often even the ones that aren't listed in the books. I was getting all sorts of codes for my Malibu only to have them go away when I replaced it the radiator fans. Something that was not in any way even suggestion in the fixes for the codes I was seeing. Good to see you are able to keep your car and enjoy it.
DUDE, been there done that. Sometimes a second pair of eyes works wonders. Don't feel like an idiot cuz everybody makes the most simple of mistakes. Been wrenchin for years and I still make dumbass mistakes. Thanx for the video, good shit man!
Thanks man. No problem.
Your video saved me alot of money last night!. I had the same problem. My Malibu just started trippin for no reason. I was just sitting in park and when I went to pull off the gas was working but the car was barely moving. It said service esc and traction control. The engine light was on any everything. Went to UA-cam to find answers and ur video was the first to pop up. Once I made it home I noticed the antifreeze was a lil low. Once I added more the car was back to normal. I wanted to make sure I gave you ur props!💯.
Smooth Daddy when u added the antifreeze , did the check engine light go off?
4:18 is where he tells you what he did.
James Mata Thank you very much.
Telling his whole Fuckn life story god damn
James Mata thankyou lol
15shorty 21215 lol I had to. I was mad
I had to unplug the sensor, now thank you
OMG .. so I had called a mobile mechanic friend .. so before he got here , I seen your Video . I went downstairs AND YES I HAD ALMOST NO COOLANT . I filled up coolant .. and I started car and YES all those sensor warnings turned off .. I was able to give it gas .. AND NOW IT RUNS GOOD ! Thank you so much 🤗🤗🤗🤗
I just saw your video n was having the same problems.. I pray to God this will solve my problems... I will let you know soon enough... Thanks a million!!!
Tell your dad thanks 😊 you guys just saved my pockets. The lights popped up while on the hwy I pulled over sat at a mechanics shop then found your video. Lol I drove right off!
Nedran Mills I’m glad it worked out for you
Thank you very much man you saved my life I was about to take it to the mechanic I was expecting to pay at least 300 dollars but I put a little antifreeze that I had and the car is running like new again !! Thank you again
Did you already have antifreeze in it or just added more
Thanks brotha, I have to try this on my daughters car. Man, after all that work and money you spent, I hope you got to treat yourself somehow. Thanks again
Haha yesssss my 2013 Malibu just did the same thing. I researched it and found your video. Sure enough, antifreeze was low. Thanks dude!
no problem man
Tim, which engine do you have in your Malibu?
I appreciate you posting this video. A lot of people do/experience the same as others but don’t want to share to save others because of their shame of feeling dumb or whatever. No one knows anything about anything (even so-called simple/obvious stuff) until you learn or are taught.
Thanks for the tip! This worked on my 2011 Impala with the 3.5l V6. Check engine light was on, code P2122. It already has a new throttle body so was sure it wasn't that. Showed my son your video he is a budding mechanic, said yup makes sense actually because the car doesn't want to overheat so it's throwing a reduced power and throttle body code.
WOW!!!! Yesterday my Malibu, with no warning what so ever, did this. It said the engine was not running at full capacity and not even fit to drive home. On the fifth try turning it off and back on, it no longer rough idled. Check engine light was still on. Took it to O'Reilly's where their reading said "throttle and camshaft" issues. After researching and came across your video, I went out and checked..... sure enough the antifreeze barely registered. Put antifreeze in it and WHAT DO YOU KNOW! Drove it a short distance and the check engine light went off. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!!
Thanks a lot it worked for me
08 saturn aura and it was about a inch under the full line I can't believe it. You saved me a lot of money and frustration THANKS AGAIN for making this video
Jus tried this 15 minutes ago...so far, so good! I'm not sure how/why this was the culprit, but thanks a million!!! Hope it holds!!!
This works for real you guys! I have 2012 Malibu it starting doing this last night . Boy am I glad I found this video a SIMPLE $14 fix. Thank you for making this video cause all the other videos kept saying throttle body
Glad it worked for you
Thank you so much for posting this video. I have a 2018 Malibu rental for lyft and I was not going to put any real money in it. You saved me taking it back and literally put money back in my pocket because I can go back to work now! Thank you again.
You saved me a lot of money. I went to Walmart bought prestone put in a quart. Cleared codes - restarted no lights -Thanks again& again
D T I pray it continues to work for you 💯💪🏾♥️
You are God sent Bro, I've been having this problem for a year now. Nothing seems to work, no replacement could stop it. Am going to get that right away. God bless you
Glad I could help
Was struggling with the same issue. I appreciate the video saved me alot of money!!
Bro you literally just helped me with my 2013 Chevy Malibu. I put antifreeze in the vehicle and it ran with no problem!
Did u have a engine reduced light on ?
Wow thish was so helpful!!!! Same scenario but didn't spend all the money on fixing other stuff. Had some coolant in the trunck when this started happening. Amazing made the car run 60 percent better. Thank again.
Thank you for the tip! I went through the same crap and 700.00 dollars later the morons at the dealership didn't fix the problem.
Dude Just wanna day thanks you just saved me a grip!!!
Thank you for this tip to check the fluids. Mine ended up being low on oil.
Bro you just saved my life. I did the same thing and now runs just fine.
Gool Lopez glad I could help bro
thank you! didnt quite spend $500 but $250 in parts before I saw your video! I feel the pain
Got this problem on a Hybrid. Good vid subject. Topped off the freeze and will check.
Brother. . . Thanks for taking your valuable time to make this vid and posting it.
While we are only here on this plane to get sick and die we might as well help one another out and enjoy this little journey to our deaths. .
.... I keep rewinding it to the part where you look back at the camera dumbfounded laugh my ass off man.
Warhawk 22 Lmaooo. 😂😂😂💯
Just watched a video Chevy Malibu is the most recalled car ever I glad I found this out 5 years later
I've had 3 in a row and no problems until this issue now.
Thanks for posting this man. Sure enough if I don't have a 2008 Chevy Impala and popped that hood to find an empty coolant tank. Gonna have to stop by Quick Trip after work for the coolant. Hope this fixes this reduced engine power BS!!
Thanks bro, you ain't dumb I am, because all I needed was antifreeze too, it works thanks again.
My 2012 chevy Malibu is doing the same thing ! It started today ! So thank god I came across your video b4 I spent money on parts and just so happened to have antifreeze/coolant in my trunk ! I popped the hood n put it in ! I'll drive it tomorrow n see if this works ! Pray me for that it does ! I literally was on the highway with my 6 month old in the car n my car was slowing down and driving slow with my foot on the gas petal. I have an extended warranty on it and called the dealership n ofcourse they tried to beat around n talk fast talking bout I'll have to pay 100 just to get it checked. Luckily my car was low on coolant when I popped the hood bc I think that might be my problem as well ! Wish me luck like seriously bc I'm a single mom n I can't afford for it to be a hefty bill 😩
Regina andrews hey how did it turn out???
It still starts funny but it's not engine power reducing or service traction anymore
oh ok at least thats not the issue anymore. try your o2 censors
Spark plugs
Modern cars with fail safe methods to keep you from damaging the engine and over heating the car. The dealer knows these tricks of the trade. Good looking on the information. Just makes me step my game up on fixing these modern cars.
assalaamu alaikum no problem
man I feel just as stupid en from watching your video bro. because I literally bought just about everything you did, and still had the same problems but just noticed today the car was low on antifreeze. I really hope this works and thanks for posting this video with some really helpful news.
Jovanny Rodríguez no problem. I hope it worked for you
Well, I am going to try this myself. Thanks for sharing this!
Wow just had this exact problem i almost called Triple A and started dreading about spending lots of money I was actually in target and bought the antifreeze and problem solved wow!!!!!
Milton Williams glad to hear it worker out for you
Is this true
RebelFUGI thank you so much for this video. This video saved me stress and unnecessary expenses. I could not thank you more!
Craig Kilcup no problem. I’m glad I can help
Thank you for this video ..same thing with me...was going to junk my car ...thank you so much
2013 Malibu. same problem. same fix... Thanks man!
Wow, how frustrating!!!!! I’m happy you ended up figuring it out. Will be getting antifreeze
It worked 🙌!! You’re a life saver! You saved me a ton of money, thank you!
Dude! I was starting to run down that rabbit hole. Code scanner says throttle body and open circuit error. I added fing antifreeze and all is well. I owe you big!!
Thanks bro bro I was stuck on the highway had some water like a champ
Omg you are heaven sent. I wanted to cuss and get frustrated, but you might just save me from doing that. Going to try it now.
John F let me know if you have good results
Thank you God for this, I am going to try it, I hope this works, I am going to try it now.
This problem started for me about a week or so ago, I hope this can be the fix, got to check it out.. That reduced engine thing is scary, especially on the freeway, always makes me grateful I work 2nd shift, and usually not as many ppl on the road going home lol
ShiftaelV2 hey did it work for you???
Thanks bud! This video was very helpful. Saved me a ton of time and money.
Glad I found d your video man!! Exact same shit is going down with my 08 impala ls...I put some antifreeze in a few days ago and so far its fine..I was getting ready to do the same on buying basically everything you did then I came across your video. I know it sucks you spent all that cash but by you posting this video its helping people out a lot and I appreciate you for sharing. Don't feel dumb cause hell with all the videos of what could be wrong what else could we do lol...my next car I get will not be a Chevy that's for sure. 😎👍
BANANAHAMMER420 hey man glad I could help. My car still running fine till this day. But I won’t ever buy a Malibu again. Lol. I’m going for the hell cat charger next lol🤷🏾♂️.
whats codes was coming up on yours ?
Hey I'm a seasoned mechanic and never came to that conclusion. I gotta try that. Tks for your story.
have you check to make sure your running on all 4 or 6 cylenders
Thanks LUV, and old guy told me that when u have a car problem to start with simple stuff!
I’m having the same issue with my 2010 Malibu, thanks for the video!
Thanks so much.. You’re a life and money saver😊
Mine was doing this similar stuff so I checked n it was hella low so I put antifreeze tonight and it's seeming to work. car started right up n sounded much more powerful. hoping it works. thanks so much I just spent money all week on Uber And mechanic cuz it wouldn''t turn over at all. tonight it's MUCH BETTER AFTER PUTTING ANTIFREEZE TURNED RIGHT OVER,🙌🙌🙌🙌
Two weeks later the car is still running great 👍🏾 🤷🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️
RebelFUGI still driving fine? Should be about a month now right
Cierra Mackey yes still driving good. Lol idk what the hell that was but I️t was going on for weeks. The car is still running great
RebelFUGI is the car worth buying overall?
Silas Rodriguez no I would never buy another Chevy Malibu for that body style
RebelFUGI thanks because I’m needing to get a better car during tax time so I’ll know to stay away from those
It worked for me on a 2016 Malibu your awsome
Having a problem with my 2011 chevy Malibu. Code keeps coming up saying the throttle position sensor is bad. & every now and then it will start shaking real bad and the engine light comes on then it stops for a while. Did this ever happen to you? Going to check & see if it need antifreeze like you did before I spend the money on a new throttle body sensor. Thanks!
WOW- This totally is insane. Thanks for the amazing Video. I have a 2007 Chevy Malibu. 144,000 miles. I checked the gas cap, which was loose. Also the engine light came on. Also the loss of Traction thing came on. I live in Hot Florida, but it was cold that night. I turned my heated seats on and put the heat on Full Blast. They worked as I drove to a store. When I came out. The car did a click, click like battery problem, then it started with the engine power reduced and loss of traction. I turned off and turned back on and was able to drive home. Now the car starts with sometimes it comes on OK and other times the issues seen. Also smelled a burning smell. Will put on the antifreeze. Thank you. So much.
Now if I could only get my spark plugs out. They are definitely a Hard Get to. Any advice on that.
I’m dealing with this issue right now and reading all these comments just made me feel better. I’m omw to purchase the anti freeze. Thanks to you for posting this and thanks to everyone in the comments
Did the antifreeze work
@@brennenguerra3658 after a while it started happening again. And then after weeks it stopped doing it. My guess it could be a sensor
great video! I've been stressed the hell out w this same problem..2011 Malibu..i've noticed the coolant needs topped off every couple months. I am super relieved cause I haven't checked it in a while. Hope that's the issue!
Lol your good, it happens !! Thank you for this I'm going right now to see if that helps mine ! God bless !
Let me ask you a question? When you put the throttle body on the car, did you ever program it to the car?
Was it completely low to where you couldn’t see any anti freeze in the car or was it just a little low, mine is found the same thing and I have anti freeze but it is low. Thank you
I have a 07 Silverado and the antifreeze was about 2 inches low I filled it and the reduced power is off but the engine light is still on. I'm scared to test it was your light still on?
Dude thank you so much this actually worked!. same exact problem, I literally just added coolant and it went back to normal. I wish i could send you a gift man.
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I JUST WENT THROUGH THIS .. TODAY !!!! That's why I googled. I know this has to be it for me too . THANK YOU SO MUCH 😘😘😘😘😘😘😘
Corinacc I pray it works for you ♥️
thank you I did this and reset my computer and its fixed.
So was y’all car low with antifreeze or did it have any
Same except my car didn’t even need antifreeze. It was just backed up! Thank you soooo much
Backed up ? I have this problem but enough antifreeze in already.
Hey just had that problem an it fix it... Thank you so much for video... An I really forgot check on that but I know I got get oil change soon so I was going make sure they check all my fluids
Did you have error code on it though? And what was the level of your antifreeze
Man I appreciate you for sharing you saved a bank roll lol
Yo you just saved me .All I needed was anti freeze
This video saved my life bro 💪🏾
So you problem was eliminated with antefreeze? I have the same problem with my malibu 2013
Omg thanks you my brother I just try it and it’s works perfectly I really appreciate this video
Wow....
Well at least you know all those parts are new now 😏
Also maybe it could've needed all of it. At least you fixed it King...
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I had the same problem with my 2002 Trailblazer about one year ago. When I was driving on a highway, reduced engine power light came on and it reduced speed to 15 or 20 mph. I pulled over and checked all connectors around throttle body and everything was fine. I was about to call for help when I just disconnected the battery waited for about 10 minutes, connected it back and then everything was fine, I did not do anything else. Like I said, that happened about a year ago and I have not had the problem again. I hope my experience helps somebody.
Ricardo Macias yea I tried that numerous of times. It worked for a min then goes right back. Everyone experiences seems to be different. I’m just glad I can help ppl
I don't know who you are but thank you my brother
Thank you for posting this video, this really worked
Thanks for this video might of just saved me 600$ worth if useless parts
William Kelly that’s exactly what I did. No problem. I hope it works out for you
I went through this recently with an 08 Malibu hybrid. Took it into garage. Turns out that clogged catalytic converter was causing the issue. It had 2. Both replaced. Zero issues with that since. Just wanted to share my experience.
How much did that run you
My jawn doing this same thing right now good looking out my guy 🤝
Just happened to me after a snow storm & it fixed it immediately