2008 buick enclave service stabilitrak Solved & P0171, P0174 SOLVED

[@jazfish]

Thank you for making this video. It's people like you who have helped me solve many problems and saved me a BUNCH of money.

[@johngoold1218]

After I watched I wrapped that hose with electricians tape to see if there was a vacuum leak. Didn't fix it, But I followed your lead thinking "simple" and replaced the Vapor Canister Purge Valve ($20 on Amazon) and voila! No more stabilitrak /traction control off warnings & no more "lean conditions" reported. As an old mechanic told me decades ago - start with the cheapest before you tackle the most expensive. Thanks for this video!

[@RicardoGonzalez-jr3wp]

The part Mr. Campbell is showing at 2:32 is probably AC Delco 12594578 PCV Valve Tubing. The other hose he describes at 5:00 is AC Delco W0133-2574218 which connects at one end to the PCV valve located on the valve cover next to the firewall. Hope this helps someone.

[@dznuttzonyachin7499]

V518, v546 👍

[@MB-ct4yo]

Thank you!

[@thechristianbiker812]

Can't you use fuel line in a pinch, in place of the PCV hose?

[@svca12218]

Dec 5th, 2019. I am at work and wife just called me...all these lights (engine, stabilitrak, no traction, stop engine) came on. AAA on it's way....These are the first things I will check on our 07 Acadia...I believe you just saved me tons $$$....THANK YOU.

[@unstableEBRMC]

Ya same problem and his video definitely worked

[@cg3834]

There's LOTS of videos describing this problem. This is the MOST concise and time saving. Apparently, there is a service bulletin for drilling the TOP HOLE of the PCV valve itself with a 7/64 drill bit and the 2 LOWER HOLES with a 5/64 drill bit. This is proclaimed to improve performance long term after a thorough cleaning/de-varnishing of the PCV valve itself. There are other consequences to this problem: The first is gunk contamination. There is reportedly a service bulletin to remove the valve covers and clean the top of the head with brake cleaner, because an inlet (Venturi?) restricts flow. Many sensors become clogged and will throw codes: vvt sensors, crank/cam position sensors, vacuum canister etc. *Check/clean these before letting the shop swap them out. Be sure to demand the old sensors back before they start and PROVE the parts are bad. They can be checked; the part swappers will be less inclined to gouge you. 2007 Saturn Outlook, 185000km (110 000mi) De Gunk 3x @ 175/180/185km Replaced Brake Pedal sensor (fail) Cleaned MAF/ throttle body (temporary success) and removed lots of oil/condensation from breather intake. (I also noticed that the problem is exacerbated when the crankcase is more full of oil/ after oil changes and recurs when the temperature drops below 0ºC/32ºF) -Will be removing/ drilling PCV. If fail then cleaning/replacing the sensors if necessary. Dave, smart to use a laser pointer and stay to the point. Thanks

[@willieh.watsonjr.4380]

Hey David,you were spot on with that fix,I too had the same problem last year as I also own a 2008 Buick Enclave,also I replaced that small hose going from the cover to the hose going into the mass air flow sensor which I cleaned also,i also cleaned the throttle body too and my vehicle run perfectly up until last week and I think the problem is that long tube running from the top of the engine going down to the pcv valve and that's the only thing I didn't clean or change last year everything else I did,so I have to thank you for posting this simple fix for the Enclave owners because the dealerships would charge you an arm and a leg to fix this issue

[@johnredcorn5570]

Same boat

[@syedhaider7121]

David, thank you for sharing your experiment. Taking car to mechanic is not less than 1800 dollars. Your fix is great and I have Buick Enclave 2013; had the same issue once and it went away. The mechanic who had replaced alternator two weeks ago told me it has a weird code 3020 or 2030 and told me I have to replace gas paddle with (has other stuff like sensor, transmitter etc) would cost me $150 for parts and $150 for two hours of labor. I was late that evening and decided to get it done on Monday. I believe I have to change the air filter also, and check those hoses and valves you showed here. I do not have any warnings any more but car is running like it is on low gear. Again, thank you for the tips you shared with us. I clicked "like" on your video. Thank you sir.

[@natashaarcher5996]

Does anyone know the proper name for the hose because I just checked mine and there is a break in the seal and it's covered with oil &crap? And if I a female go to any auto shop and tell them I need a hose they're gonna look at me like oh here we go another female who knows nothing about cars lol! So the name would be greatly appreciated

[@unstableEBRMC]

This definitely worked and saved me a lot of money taking it to a mechanic shop....thx a mill buddy

[@charlottehampton8717]

I truly appreciate the long explination , step by step because i know mothing about cars .

[@21eljefex]

Great way of explaining my 09 enclave is having same problem. Will look it up tomorrow

[@dougsanders6034]

As a rule, any time there is oil getting in the air intake snorkel or the intake anywhere, that's unwanted. Unfortunately, as the engine wears and you get more blowby this will only get worse with mileage. I would recommend checking your intake snorkel at each oil change.

[@ImTheMrFoxman]

Just recently started having this issue with my 08, going to get that cleaner from AZ and pull it into the garage. Thanks for this.

[@ebry8225]

Good one! I agree with David this should not make sense but vehicles are so interconnected I cannot say this works yet but based on his description (P0171/P0174) and solution we are definitely getting somewhere here. Thank you David!

[@stocks681]

thanks for the post, I had a stabilitrak and traction error and also low engine pressure. I did everything you said and it works good now. I also put in a fuel additive because I think we had bad gas.

[@andrewtuck2349]

Good video with good advice. I cleaned all of my vacuum lines, cleaned and drilled out the PCV valve, but the problem persisted. Turned out to be a faulty throttle position sensor. Had to buy a new throttle body, but the problem went away and my 08 is running good again.

[@amandaflores8604]

This fixed my issue for my 08 enclave. I changed the o2 sensors but still had the codes pup up; A good cleaning and a new hose fixed my problems. Thank you!

[@emiliobaradith4335]

I am so happy I saw this video, did exactly what you did... all codes cleared.

[@terrellg.421]

Spot on....i purchased a buick lucerne...and I had a combo issue....check engine and stabilitrak...brought it to a mechanic for an oil change...he found...oil leaks at bottom of car...and the wrong oil filter...replaced a but oil plug....and the check engine light disappeared...when I brought it to a buick place for repairs....they pulled codes and told me I needed to replace to egr valve and gasket...and really couldnt understand why until i fixed it

[@nathanielbolden5053]

Oil plug?...hmmm did they tell you where it is located?...and did changing the egr help?

[@nathanielbolden5053]

I have a 2010 Lacrosse 3.0l

[@glennspears839]

@@nathanielbolden5053 , me too.

[@ddckecalcddc100]

ok....... its almost been one year now and my stability track control problem has still not returned. thanks for all the likes an i am glad to here all those great success storys.

[@lizjohnson9624]

Did you have to reset the codes?? I just tried all this and it's still saying stabilitrak off/ service brake system

[@jamesthegrower]

That's awesome brother I'm going to try this, ours just started doing the same thing

[@y180sx5]

I bought my enclave about two months ago and have been having this issue the last month or so. I was going to take it to the dealer tomorrow. But after watching this, I went and checked the hose you replaced. Sure as shit, the plastic engine cover had worn a hole through the hose and there is oil everywhere, which leads me to believe that check valve or what ever is clogged. I'll be going tomorrow to get the things I need to try this out. Thank you for saving me hundreds! Haha

[@59dstorm]

Frigging hate that stabilitrak, reduced power crap

[@charleshamilton3123]

My engine light comes on, then traction control light and bell dings the stabilatrak comes on then the car just dont move hardly then it all restores back coyld it be the same crap?

[@jerrytkaczyk7372]

Good job explaining the PCV issue on these engines. I know the newr model style has a revised pcv system.

[@timothyclark8986]

Thank you for posting this. I just paid a 1000 dollars and the mechanic did not fix the problem I took it back for the same issues. I even show him a recording to what is going on. He calls me back and said I need to replace my wiring harness which will cost me 1300 bucks.

[@jeffkirk9219]

I have 09 Saturn Outlook and will use this info. Thanks.

[@allisongreenwood5536]

good video, I was getting po171, po174 as well as co710 and c0561. Some readers may also want to check for a vacuum leak behind the steering pump reservoir, above the where the left rear spark plug is. There is a 1 inch metal line coming off the intake, that has a rubber stopper over it. If your not careful, when you change the rear spark plugs, and you reach around behind the intake on the left side. you can knock this plug off and give you a huge vacuum leak and hard downshifting. there is a video somewhere of how to find it.

[@frankd.brennan6520]

Good stuff! Just make sure you let the sensors dry for at least a half hour before reinstalling. Also some fuel system cleaner with PEA and clean your throttle body. Be careful if its drive by wire.

[@ddckecalcddc100]

im glad you all have had success as i have, as of today my buick is running like a top, the radio is going in and out but other than that as is still good. the problem has not returned

[@toddh6234]

A lot of people say its the amp that causes the radio to go out. That wasn't the case for me. I fixed my radio by taking it apart and replacing the amplifier chip IC TDA7562. The chip cost like $8.

[@pryskalynn]

“So took mine off…and I cleaned it” is my new line after any and everything now

[@patriciathomas7817]

Thank you i will be buying the parts and cleaner my buick is doing the same 2008 .

[@stayturnt2026]

Did it work for you

[@johnpali5894]

I did the same thing on my Chevy traverse, the only thing I did different was that the “ pcv “ valve on the back of the engine was almost clogged up. And with a mechanic advice i just opened the 2 little holes 1-2 numbers bigger . Everything worked for 3-4years and today the Tection control acted up again. Time to clean up again

[@bernadetteleonard4940]

😳😳 I’ve got an ‘11 Traverse. Its acting up. Gonna tell my husband you said that.

[@iamedwinwalker]

What is the pcv valve part #

[@toddh6234]

That part is called a PCV orifice. That clog affects the throttle position sensor on the throttle body and for some reason throws that stability code. I recommend modding that orifice or cleaning it at oil changes. Also now that you have the clog removed I recommend digging in a little deeper to clean the oil build up out of your engine. Remove the throttle body and clean the throttle plate. There will be excessive oil residue on the back of it (do not manually move the throttle plate by hand it will throw the position sensor off). Also remove the upper plenum and clean the oil out of it also. The variable timing solenoid is mounted inside the plenum and is most likely soaked in oil. You will notice the better performance from your vehicle.

[@awesomepursuit1840]

Do you have a video on this? It would definitely help

[@toddh6234]

@@awesomepursuit1840 I don't have a video but there are some on KZbin. I had a GMC Acadia (same engine). I sold it last year.

[@awesomepursuit1840]

@@toddh6234 thank you still trying to figure this out! Take care

[@youtubecensorseverythingIsay]

My 08 enclave was giving me code U0073 and telling me service stibilitrak/park aid off/traction control off, like you said start with the cheapest so I cleaned the 2 small hoses, the snorkel to the throttle body and the throttle body itself, so far no code and she's running like a top, thanks for posting this video and solving my problem, much appreciated.

[@natsen04]

I had the same lean conditions. the mechanic did some work on my car and didn't put the boot back on properly. I cleaned the mass air control sensor and changed the silver part, throttle body that's what controls the air flow. no more hesitation. I'm here for stabilitrack. saw a you tube video that the brake sensor was part of that problem.

[@travisf4865]

Awesome 09 same problems and codes..fixed and everythings good! Thank you for taking the time to share the information!

[@bonniebond7650]

I’m going home to try this tonight!!! Thank you

[@johnmcconkey8120]

I’m just now having the same problem with my 2008 Saturn outlook so imma try this

[@alonzocalvillo6702]

I ve had the same problem for a while and I just ignored it.I have that same part on order because there was oil in the air duct . Hopefully that should fix the problem.I see you are doing the right things, another thing I am replacing is the Purge Valve.BTW mine is the same year as yours.

[@pericochief]

Man I just got dine replacing my ex wife's camshaft, crankshaft sensors and that piece where that last hose we were talking about is connected cause that's what the auto zone guy said the scanner read but still shakes real bad but tomorrow I'm getting a can of clean hopefully it works thanks

[@cristhianvallejo3282]

Did it

[@h.d.walker1136]

Symptoms fit mine to a T, going to try this tomorrow

[@10percent48]

Doing mine rite now🗣

[@joshuag2522]

You had the stabilitrack problem as well? And it went away?

[@georgerobinson2751]

I have an 08 Buick Enclave and I tell you this don't let the brake fluid get low cause the whole car will start acting funny. And that will come from just low brake fluid.

[@eliseolozano4785]

Low brake fluid means your brake pads are pretty worn. If you got low brake fluid and good meat on the pads still. You have bad brake problem

[@johnkastrati1551]

Oh crap had the same problem, car went crazy when the brake fluid dropped because of a leak.

[@laserreese1234]

What the name of the first hose you replaced? That’s the part I need mine keeps coming off

[@KaliBlaz]

i have the exact same problem you have described, thanks for posting this, i will try your fixes this weekend.

[@tammiexoxo6823]

I'm having this same issue.. did this work for you?

[@APPLEDUDEZ]

Thanks David. Going run through the three areas. 👌🏽🤙🏽👍🏽

[@steveperry1344]

thnx for the help, gonna chk it out on 08 saab 97x which is same as a trailblazer.

[@Ifitallfails]

You may want to change them hoses, and the purge valve as well as they all are going to be junked up. Its literally 15 for the purge valve, 15 for the fitting, 15 for the hose, change the air filter, change your oil. Otherwise you're only checking the partial problem. It's all on Amazon for really cheap. This will take all the variables away and will have the car run more efficiently and be more reliable.

[@59dstorm]

If you can blow theu purge valve it's bad

[@stevezitneymurfreesboroten8599]

Outstanding explanation of MY problem! Thanks

[@ddckecalcddc100]

as of today 10-23-18 the problem has yet to return this is good news

[@tammiexoxo6823]

This worked for you??

[@jimmysedgwick7151]

I believe the reason it fixed the stabilitrak warning is the engine timing is tied to the stabilitrak and a lean running condition will make the ecm change the timing and it will also cause the engine bog down and that causes issues with the ecm's predicted engine rpm and wheel speed and it thinks something is wrong with the traction control system

[@jamesmohler5899]

What did you use to clean the pvc? Carb cleaner?

[@jaming2323]

i have this problem now but after i changed my Sway Bar Links ... any ideas??

[@stephentuliszewski6494]

This was so informative..my 08 is doing the same issue...would you know how many o2 sensors 08 enclave have

[@dagutie6989]

Thanks for the informative video. I had the oil in the tube between air box and throttle body. Cleaned the throttle body,intermediate hose, maf and those pcv pieces as well. Eliminated all of the codes and service stabilitrak code. Big thanks again!! 07 Saturn outlook. Codes P0103 p0122 p0223

[@dagutie6989]

Oh and I couldn’t save the maf so I had to replace that

[@Jwebbplayz]

Thanks man. I gotta check out the girlfriends 2017 enclave. We have a service stabilitrak error on dash…with the “traction control light on” (traction off” ) also, when I give the car “more than normal” gas at takeoff it JOLTS like crazy , 3 chugs like your braking and accelerating at the same time. I’ll have to get in this as it just started yesterday. I DO NOT HAVE A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT though… hmm?

[@joeyyachtz]

Do you have an update on this?

[@Jwebbplayz]

@@joeyyachtz do you go to automatic car washes with an under wash? When this happened I told the gfriend to go quicker thru the wash and slow down when the undercarriage wash gets to her doors. Since that, the problem went away

[@MichellePerez-p8n]

What is the little hose called

[@terrellg.421]

But come to find out....the oil leak gave me both problems....clean this like you said and no stabilitrak and check engine

[@tasiwelley6152]

Terrell G. Does this fix the remote start cause I’m having the same issues cleaned the MAF and the little it went away for a bit and came back all the while the remote start not working

[@lionelbutnotrichie7703]

Tasi Welley remote start is disabled while check engine light is on

[@fayekeller7411]

Dec 5th my traction stabilizer off notice and service message came on and kept coming on and off... Then it stopped until today Dec 10th so I'll have to try this coming weekend ! Thanks.

[@federicolicomijares]

You are a genius!

[@Dubya1776]

Good vid. You are missing your oil fill cap.

[@barbiie__327]

Dave you didn’t put the second video up befor an after mass sensor clean

[@angelwells8136]

Hey David. Thanks for posting this. This worked on my car but unfortunately has returned after a couple months. When it first started their was oil collecting in my 2 inch hose between the carb and the MAF, today, I have notice oil again. Would you happen to know why and how oil is getting there?? I feel if I can solve the oil problem then this will be solved completely. I appreciate any opinions and help. Thanks.

[@justinjreabcm1381]

My vehicle is a 2008 GMC denali U conn and it's doing the exact same thing so hopefully what happened to your vehicle is similar to what happened in mind

[@fbowie21]

Do you still have the truck

[@saktabashier8414]

Very helpfull. Thanks for your time

[@miguelperaltajr.5624]

Do you happen to know where the service stability track sensor that can be replaced? Just cause I tried everything above per your video but the service stability track still popping up, maybe I can change it?? Thanks in advance.

[@davidt8786]

There's a plug that you got to block off...to get the stab light gone

[@miguelperaltajr.5624]

Ai David sounds good but where is that and how do I do that?

[@davidt8786]

@@miguelperaltajr.5624 kzbin.info/www/bejne/aITbhGCnaJt5gMU

[@stanmolitor2074]

The stabiltrak went off because you changed the manifold pressure, the map sensor is working . a cracked cap on vacuums test port behind manifold will also trip the stabiltrak .

[@ddckecalcddc100]

i dont have a test port in that area i looked for a long time

[@thatduderayy]

How did you get to that valve?

[@ericc.stewart1082]

Mine was the brake pedal position sensor and problem solved same as 2011 gmc acadia

[@Cekari408]

Hi David, I own an 08 enclave 2wd. It randomly shuts off on me, no warning. I could be on a side street at 25 mph or highway at 70 mph!! Any thoughts?

[@jessica33275]

Its your coolant temperature sensor...mine was doing that samething...

[@ramoncarvajal1981]

Excellent, thank you.

[@bertperryman7211]

thank you great vid.

[@normanfarrar7903]

Does anyone know the name of the long tube??

[@justinjreabcm1381]

Mine had a broken hose as well but it still needs a tune up I clean the mass air flow running better than it did not 100% tho

[@karimorse4189]

Hasn't done anything for mine😔 done everything you mentioned still trying to figure it out

[@jessica33275]

Try changing your temperature coolant sensor...I done everything he said...he didnt mention that sensor...mine is running really good now

[@Dirtyzone1979]

Great video

[@Gogetter0118]

Is or was your ABS light illuminated as well as service stability track?

[@ddckecalcddc100]

no

[@salahjabbar6199]

I have 2014 Verano has the same problem my local dealer said it need transmission

[@CJJenkins12]

Would love an update to know if the issues ever came back.

[@ddckecalcddc100]

he problem has yet to return as of today 10-23-18

[@BlackBlondeMedia]

Some of us tune in for the information and not the whining.

[@Ron-h4l]

How Buick running now still good.

[@fayekeller7411]

Well I'm going to see what I can do myself again from last month. Now my Buick has. 203k miles now..

[@davidd6854]

I’m having horrible problems with my wife’s 2008 Buick. She barely is able to drive it and running the ac makes it worse. Great video and I will try the same as u did and hope I get it fixed! Thank u sir!!

[@alonzofickle2798]

Mine will drive just fine then the door will start to lock and unlock while driving then will go high RPMs any ideas ?

[@theresanorthcutt4545]

What’s the name of that part

[@mariomartinez3417]

Did It pull a little while drivin it?

[@ddckecalcddc100]

no pulling while driving but it surged a little, like a light hard downshift once the light would come on.

[@danielsimpson8929]

If recommend an oil catch can ;)

[@bigLOSdog]

Great information! But could we have started this video at: Let's summerise what I've done here.....

[@johnwasserplatz167]

Wtf why? The time the guy put into troubleshooting the issue I'm sure is 100fold the 10 mins you had to wait for FREE information. Incredible.

[@TheRevolucas]

When vehicle in limp mode stabilitrak is disabled.

[@BlackBlondeMedia]

Skip to 2:00 minute mark for relevant info.

[@olboygangsta]

Hello David did that problem ever come back or has it been gone since repairs

[@ddckecalcddc100]

the problem has yet to return as of today 10-23-18

[@maryanlightsey5921]

I aligned my front end after struts put on and mine went away

[@MrMain65]

That will come on if you need all time and time battery dead going dead, losing power even the back windshield wiper will just come on on its own to warn you that something else is wrong with the car

[@loriauna]

My car keeps saying engine reduced power 🤦🏽‍♀️ and I don't know what else to do 😭😭😭 someone help me!!!!

[@tasiwelley6152]

Stabilitrac system is dummy light

[@juanmaldonado7357]

I did this and go away for a while and come back in a couple weeks

[@olverescalante9051]

Thankyou...

[@Evdath]

Same problems in the 2013

[@mariemartinez9955]

Can you come fix mine 😕

[@mikechase6738]

I have the stabilitrak issue, but no more...you normally need to change the "brake position sensor"...It's under the dash, takes about 20 minutes to complete. The part is about $10. Has one screw, and an electrical connector. Watch this video!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6XbqWtqpbqjl7M

[@bigelile07]

The problem might be the missing oil cap :)

[@marcusjackson8386]

😂

[@DarrelllCampbelll]

Its off so he can remove the plastic cover

[@erasmogonzales7428]

This did not work on my car

[@yiryammbuggeroff2008]

Why does everyone take so long to get to point!!!!!🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

[@bryanbane9626]

Holy shit does this guy drone on for 12 damn minutes????

[@benjamincastillo6942]

This guy takes long to explain instead of getting to the point

[@Moumoulynx]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 sa n' a aucun rapport à cette connerie que vous expliquer le control est sur les sensor des roues avant