2005 Chevy Colorado - Rough Idle, Low RPM, Turning Off

[@knackology]

Revised Video Here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6aWn4utp9-rsLs

[@GuyonaCouch]

I wanted to thank you for this video. I've had an 06 colorado for almost 3 years now. It has had the stalling issue since I've gotten it. I took it to a professional shop. They said it was most likely the vvt solenoid. Which WAS broken and needed to be replaced. But it didnt solve the stalling issue at my dismay... I called the professional and told them. They said that that means the problem is internal and it would cost me another $1000 - $1500 to fix. Not feasible for me at this time. So I surfed youtube for potential solutions and came across your video. This morning I cleaned the mass air intake sensor, which was caked with grime, and the throttle body, which was also caked with grime. I test drove it and it didnt stall once! I really hope that that was the issue. A simple cleaning could have saved me a ton of money. Thank you so much for your video!

[@willis_lots]

Thank you for the video. Unlike other videos, this actually helped. I'm having the same exact problem with my '05 BIG PREESH

[@aaronmund5120]

Wow this saved me some fuel and headaches! My wife was scared of my rattling truck now its smoooooooth!!

[@chadriddle3517]

I have an 08 3.7ltr 5cyl Colorado. I cleaned my throttle body. It had lot of buildup when I hooked it back up and started it once you press the gas the idle hangs for awhile eventually will go back down . I drove it maybe 5 miles no change .

[@belenramirez7916]

I’d definitely subscribe and watch your videos. I have an 06 and I’m having a rough idle and feels like it wants to stall when I slow down and stop. Especially coming off a highway or going down hill to a stop.

[@knackology]

Thanks! I don't post regularly but when I get time. Hopefully I will get to more soon!

[@jsnuggs3]

Yall ever figure out what the problem is??

[@kenziecashflow]

it would be nice to see you actually performing everything you spoke about, its hard for me to visualize everything

[@knackology]

I agree. I shot a bunch of footage of me doing the job which was all destroyed by a 7 year old with a glass of milk. I still wanted to post something so this is it. Thanks for the comment!

[@frankkeltch5260]

I have a 05 3.5L 5cyl with 278+K miles. I have been cleaning my throttle body for years but I do not take the throttle body off. I just take a good clean fine fiber rag and spray throttle cleaner in it and on the rag. I then hold the throttle flap with one finger and scrub with the other hand until clean. Right now I am having issues with fuel bank 1 lean and oil light at low rpm

[@kylegeeeee]

I'm having the same exact issues with my 06. Did you ever figure it out?

[@stayjit1542]

I've cleaned the MAF sensor and the throttle body. It helps A LOT. But when I start it, it starts fine, then the RPM drop to nothing and dies. I have to keep the gas up, and put it in gear, after a few kliks its runs just fine and idles at 700. It seems you cant manually adjust the idle. What do? What next?

[@lombardozarateiii6920]

I have the same issue my truck one day turned on fine then it started to drop idle below the 700 mark I noticed it gets worse when I turn on the ac. When I first bought my truck it did something similar but it was a spark plug boot that was faulty and I used a decoder so a code came out. This time no code nothing. I’m thinking it’s the idle control but not sure did you fix yours and if so what was the problem?

[@chadriddle3517]

Any resolution yet?

[@MicheluceRizzuto]

The MAF retainer screws actually require a 5.5 mm socket to remove, but a 7/32 is the same size. Just like a 5/16 socket is almost exactly 8 mm.

[@the400exguy2]

That hose that goes in the block and air box thing is called a pcv hose I hade to change mine but mine idles high and Lowe and I have to stop shut it off and start it back up It only does it when u get on the throttle a little hard and idk what’s wrong with it

[@whocares5188]

Mine hummer same engine dies when I stop after driving 20 mins but then the next stop it might not die. Knock sensor code thats it. And throttle body is clean

[@stevencarnes7790]

Well now I know the problem because I’ve replaced spark plugs, map sensor, sensor on the fuel pump, vacuum lines and next was the coils which are expensive. I will clean the throttle body and hope that fixes the up and down idle.

[@maces1405]

I have a 07 Colorado. I highly recommend getting a transmission pan with a drain plug. $40 at AutoZone. Keep that transmission clean. With a drain plug pan just drain a refill every fourth oil change.

[@michaelhernandez4026]

@@maces1405🎉

[@shanegregg1057]

Does this fix the ”reduced power” mode that it goes into randomly?

[@knackology]

It fixed all issues for me. I still have a vacuum line leak, but I hope to do another video on that when I get them time.

[@tatanzro384]

How did you fix the reduced power issue

[@donsal.t.1765]

Did u replace the gasket?

[@knackology]

Yes but forgot to record it later. At some point I am going to redo this episode. Sorry for the slow response and thanks for watching!

[@HomieTJ423]

Anyone have videos for a 2.9L 4 cylinder colorado anywere? Yeah its almost the same but theres extra hoses and wires my truck dosent have.

[@TBb____]

Recently bought one of these trucks with a Number 3 coil misfire. Changed the coil and spark plug and turns out there is blowback on it. Very sad that the engine is failing 😪 If I had known, would not have purchased it

[@SamtheHiker]

Can you add the actual footage of things you are cleaning or replacing? I am teaching myself on my new GMC Canyon. There are limited helpful videos that are worth watching. I think you could be very helpful with actual footage of the process. Thanks!!!

[@knackology]

Thanks! I am planning on doing a video soon where I tear everything apart to show exactly what I did. I have had a couple people ask me to show more footage. I originally shot more but my 7 year old spilt a glass of milk on the camera while it was on and it smoked both the camera and card. I will try to remember to come let you know when I can get the time. Thanks again and good luck!

[@xavierdelgado1023]

Shiw yourself doing the work show us .dont tell us..thx u

[@clintpeterson9028]

How are the v8 Colorado’s fareing

[@knackology]

Sorry for the slow response. They don't have the same problem from what I understand. Thanks for watching!

[@rickjamesjr6651]

P0106 I can’t get rid of that code on my Colorado

[@cusano120]

I think that comes from factory already thrown. 😂

[@josepineda9333]

How much is this job?

[@josepineda9333]

How much is this job

[@alexlaverick6111]

The throttle body is held on with four bolts not two

[@knackology]

Thanks for pointing that out. I misspoke.

[@Question_Marked]

THANK YOU!

[@em0p0ny]

My 08 Colorado has codes p0068 p0171and p0101 hoping this will help and or fix. Had a missfire in cylinder 1 a while back. Changed a spark plug, it went away. Previously the misfire came back with a few codes p 0351 p0017 and p0301 which are now all gone and new codes came up (not sure if they're correlated) I changed the cylinder 1 ignition coil. Later down the road, I also replaced the VVT. I then proceeded to clear my codes and the newest ones appeared. Im concidering cam shaft and or crankshaft sensor replacement could be a possibility. Symptoms: spuddering when cold started in cold weather and occasionally shutting off. This turned into spuddering and loss of power during acceleration and eventually the truck initiating low engine power mode.

[@AlexandriaWindowCleaning]

Did you fix your issue? I have the same thing going on with my truck. I’ve tried a host of things already.

[@TBb____]

Is there blowback on your number 1 coil pack and spark plug??

[@deaths_reaper2428]

I cleaned my throttle body spotlessly, and mine is still having this issue. Any suggestions?

[@dontwantaname]

Had the same issue it turned out i needed to replace my throttle body. I would get it tested.

[@robertybarra3527]

DeathsReaper 24 Try your exhaust or intake Solenoid Very easy fix should solve the problem

[@knackology]

Sorry for the slow reply. Both of these responses are great suggestions and where I would go next. Thanks for watching!

[@douglasdunning5752]

Actually there are 4 bolts on the throttle body. I have cleaned mine.

[@knackology]

You are correct. I must have misspoke.

[@seanivins1743]

I have replaced everything on my daughters 05. Cannot get it to stop this issue. Really making miserable.

[@knackology]

I had some issues after cleaning the throttle body on another truck. I tried the Sea Foam method (the bottle with the spray nozzle, not the fuel treatment) on my '90 Ford Ranger, fixed the issues I was having. Might wanna give that a try.

[@SamtheHiker]

What issue are you having exactly with your 05? Just curious.

[@seanivins1743]

@@SamtheHiker the truck will run fine all day, for several days. Then randomly it decides to run at limited rpm's, dies at stops signs. Very erratic. I've replaced all throttle body, fuel pump, camshaft sensor, plugs n wires, canister n solenoid,...... finally replaced pressure regulator. That helped for several weeks. But it has started doing same thing again. This is the last Chevy I will purchase. I've had nothing but trouble over past 20 years.

[@SamtheHiker]

@@seanivins1743 I took mine in to my mechanic and he said all they needed to do was resync the trucks computer to the new sensor I put in. It dramatically changed the running engine. Its smoother, quieter and gets better gas milage. And he didnt even charge me. Maybe it would help to have a mechanic that has a diagnostic computer to help reset things for you? If you haven't done that yet. Are you having any codes pop up still?

[@seanivins1743]

@@SamtheHiker no codes

[@z-dblu5772]

Did I buy this truck? Lol. Same issues and that hose was taped up lol.

[@JohnDoe-si3ne]

I did that, no luck

[@vibez2326]

Good video

[@knackology]

Thank you!

[@usagi10100]

Vacuum leak, TPS Codes, ground issues, wheel bearings (very difficult to break loose).... you sure you ain't working on my truck? Lol

[@usagi10100]

I've had every issue you've listed so far.

[@NICKSSHOP]

cant hear what you say

[@alphanomegaonlinefs8248]

Need to show you doing it not talk about it

[@gre3nligh7gaming62]

Especially if you plan to do a whole series of videos.

[@mr.k5407]

You do not want to clean your throttle body with carb cleaner! You should only is throttle body cleaner or mass air flow cleaner that's all tho. Never carb cleaner. Bad advice

[@pmotorsports8276]

Read the active ingredients on can 👍😉

[@TheBlank1Ne]

Nobody is getting over on you on 1k, if anything, they just wanted the headache out of their life. Worst truck I've ever had in my life, go Ford, and Yota to live in peace.

[@BigBlockSpence]

snoozer

[@knackology]

Thank you for the comment.

[@peterthompson5047]

Meh... If you're not going to show the disassembly and replacement why bother.

[@alfonsoaranda756]

It was an audio video cause I didn’t see him doing anything at all, not helpful at all👎🏻

[@SLEEP8313]

I have 2012 it's a piece of shit

[@charlespayne6691]

I have 06 chevy colorado and i have problems with it starts but wont run for a long time keep giving me this trouble code p0601 pcm error fail