2014 - 2019 Chevrolet Impala Purge Valve Replacement

[@rebeccagarcia3343]

Your video was straight to the point, you gave a part number and you didn’t give any excessive explanation about anything. You helped me save money by doing this at home instead of taking it in. Thank you, man!

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Very happy to hear of your success in doing it yourself.

[@Rissa0701]

Sir!!! With your guidance I was able to replace mine today! You made it easy and I felt confident while doing it. As a girl whose dad was my mechanic and he is now passed, I didn't want to take it in so I think he would be very proud of me! Thanks for your help and making this video🙏🏾

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thank you so much for the kind words. I'm sure your father is very proud of you! I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Have a great day.

[@Snypersystem186]

My kinda woman! Sorry about your dad but I know he's proud.

[@BigJeddak187]

Same as everybody else said. You're out here doing Gods work bro. It literally took me 12 minutes to change out, and that's including a once over. I appreciate the guidance 🙏🏼. Oh, and because you gave a part number, I was able to order online and took the part I originally bought from O'Reilly's back. The aftermarket from them was $70, and the oem Bosch was $33. Very thorough video man

[@billp.3230]

Awesome video. The frustration of doing things like this in tight spaces is enough and you did it while filming. No bad background music, no fast forwarding and straight to what we come to KZbin to see. Thank you.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I'm happy to be a help.

[@jeffbodinus9466]

Perfect video. From setup to replace to cleanup, I was able to get this done in 30 minutes. Thank you!

[@floridaboomer523]

Very helpful, same car, same issue. Fixed it myself after watching video.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Glad that it helped you out.

[@johnbaum5666]

Thanks for video, my 13 yr old son is finally taking an interest in cars and asked if he could help. He was able to change it out with minimal help from me in about 15 minutes start to finish.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I love hearing that! Have a great day.

[@heatherh8320]

1 run through your video and you saved me quite a bit of $$$$ and time!! Thank you so much! My dad was impressed!

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Glad it worked for you. Thanks for commenting.

[@ronnieperez8519]

I'm so glad I stumbled upon your video. I got that same code when I scanned my car. The only symtpom I saw of the code was when I filled up with gas, my car struggled a bit to start. I'm going to fill up again today and see if that happens again. Thank you!

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Yeah, that happening at the pump was an odd symptom. I didn't immediately put the two things together. Happy it helped you out.

[@ronnieperez8519]

So I got the replacement part yesterday. I'm reviewing your video here before I attempt to work on it myself. Let's see how it goes!

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

@@ronnieperez8519 good luck. Hope that's your quick fix.

[@jgross7157]

Same thing happened to mine when getting gas

[@chrismichaels1764]

Thanks so much Mr. Thomas. I've watched your video on this a few times before attempting to replace mine on my '19 Impala Premier and was able to install myself. I spent more time trying to remove my air filter housing and breather hose than on removing and replacing the purge valve. Very informative and helped me a ton. Thanks so much.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Glad that it helped you out. I appreciate the feedback.

[@tiffanycrosby4151]

Did your car not start completely. I am having this same problem

[@silverbackharley2458]

Thank you for the detailed video, much appreciated. The only thing I wanted to note is on my 2018 Impala, it is a 10 mm bolt instead of the 9 mm one had on yours.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thanks for sharing the update. Appreciate it.

[@mtlwolf35]

i was ganna say . just did mine and it was a 10mm . on my 2018 lt

[@michaeldonley7741]

After doing this my car starts up asap, no more problems. Thanks

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

happy to help

[@edsonrodriguez2374]

thanks for the help sir, you just saved me over $400 .. may God bless you

[@zamarisrael1135]

Thank you Mr.Thomas Lavery for your very helpful video!!!!!!!

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thanks for the feedback

[@edwardmissouri2216]

I had the 442 code and replaced that valve on my 2015 impala. It fixed the problem. Pretty easy fix, as newer cars go, and it wasn't real expensive.

[@NoahBis]

Great video, your camera angles are a lot better than the other videos I watched and you get right into the job while explaining it well. Thanks.

[@heckyeshess]

Ill be doing this tomorrow Or the next day. Ive had the part for about a month but after waiting on my husband to do it ill just do it myself. I appreciate the video. Ill probably watch it 10 more times 😂😂

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

You will do great. It's an easy fix. Good luck.

[@heckyeshess]

@@JustLearningbyDoing thank you! All fixed. Its strange filling up my car and not having it struggle to start now! Lol have been dealing with it for a few months now and started out changing all plugs and coils and that didnt fix it but now its finally fixed!! Thank you for the video!

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

@@heckyeshess Great job!

[@user-jr3yw5vp5b]

Me too....about to install today

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

@@user-jr3yw5vp5b It sure feels good to save money doing it yourself. Doesn't it?

[@Ty-kx5mf]

Super helpful thank you for the video and that little bit you talked about at the end. There is exactly what was happening with my car so this was very informative and helpful.

[@Ridesharemoney]

Thank you so much man i did exactly what u did and now my car started up the first time after filling up my tank. Very helpful and good explanation keep up the good work thanks again

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

It was my pleasure. Sure am glad that it helped you out.

[@Moms58]

Outstanding video sir and thank you for showing us newb's how to do this ourselves.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thank you. Happy to help. have a great day.

[@Oldschoolradio-g1f]

I just replaced mine and the check engine light was still on. I disconnected the battery to get the light off. I hope this was the issue. Thanks for uploading this video

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thanks! Hope it works for you.

[@MichaelMusicOrr]

THANK YOU! Had cleared the code a few times, and it wasn't staying cleared. Disconnected the battery, and that did it!

[@imjustdeontae]

Man you are a life and money saver! Got it done, only hard part getting that damn air thingy back on lol but other than that spot on! Had to disconnect the battery two times to get check engine light off but pretty awesome step by steps! Good looking out my guy 👊🏾💯

[@joejohnson453]

Wow' you saved me time and costs, Chevrolet wanted to charge a large amount to replace this $59 part. Thanks

[@curtisjackson5999]

I have a 2014 impala. After getting the code and buying the part, I watched your video (first one too) definitely helped me out!!! I’ve been having the same issue. I was scared getting gas every time lol I got the part from oreilly for $71.27 part# cp612

[@destineecoyle4734]

Thank you for the informational video! I will be doing mine tonight. You definitely saved me some money. 😊

[@garthholman9896]

I purchased AC Delco Part 12690512 and installed it. However, the original part that came off the car was 12610560. The parts look alike. I hope they are actually supposed to be interchangeable. I will wait to see if the "permanent code" PO496 actually clears after driving for awhile. About a week later, after a few short trips the "permanent" "Check Engine Light" went out. I guess the problem is solved. My thanks to you for the great video!!!! About a week after my "check engine" light went out a warning came up on my dash that the fuel filler cap should be tightened but when I checked the cap was as tight as it can be. I wonder if this happened because the part that I used was slightly different from the original part - although it looked the same. After about 2 months of use I can say this part works perfectly and fixed the problem. The gas cap warning never happened again.

[@zl1killer]

just got this on an impala with 50k miles. So strange that these things go bad that soon. heat fatigue or just a bad design/part. Thank you for this video and advice

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thanks for the comment. Hope it helped you out.

[@billyrawlins4394]

Same here just happened to me at 55k

[@scottsoldwisch6659]

Thank you for the excellent video. I replaced the valve per the instructions and the car started right up at the gas station whereas before it would struggle to start after filling up with gas. However now the car is idling very rough. Anyone have any ideas?

[@DoubleDeeOGee]

Did you ever figure it out? Having same issue

[@scottsoldwisch6659]

@@DoubleDeeOGee disconnect it reset the codes then restart

[@Snypersystem186]

Great instructional video. My purge valve was replaced by the dealership about a year ago and the check engine light is back on with symptoms similar to yours. I was told that they should have replaced the canister by the gas tank. Have you heard that? My car hesitates to start immediately after I get gas and it has even stalled at red lights. It also idles rough at times. Have you heard that it's typical to replace the purge valve and the vapor canister?

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

The canister vent valve can fail both closed and open. If it fails open, you will get an evap leak code. If it fails closed, you may damage your fuel tank by it collapsing, because it continuously pulls a vacuum on your tank. I've not had to replace the canister itself, though.

[@Snypersystem186]

@@JustLearningbyDoing I think I did get a leak code but does that mean that I have another bad purge valve?

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

@Snypersystem186 it could be any number of leaks in the system. The best way to find it would be to use a smoke machine. That may require a shop to do that. You could also buy one or make your own. There are plenty of videos showing that type of check. Good luck.

[@Snypersystem186]

@@JustLearningbyDoing thanks

[@tainotrailtraveler5378]

Thanks for the video. Great help! I just replaced the unit on a 2019 Impala. Note: you need a 10mm socket instead.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thanks...my eyes are getting bad. Perhaps I misread my socket size.

[@understandliving9294]

Thanks great video! 2017 Impala premiere bolt was 10mm instead of 9mm.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Yeah ... I've come to realize mine was 10mm as well. I was miss-reading the size. Thanks for clarifying for everyone. I appreciate it. Glad it was able to help you out.

[@gueromavs560]

Going to change this part on the wifey car soon. Thanks for the walkthrough

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Hope it goes well.

[@ronnieperez8519]

I'm back here again for a refresher. I'm having this same issue again. Check engine light came back with same codes and symptoms. About to start working on it. Going to insoect the area to see if i did something wrong the first time. Either that or the part itself was bad. I'm still going to research why and how these valves end up failing.

[@pappamike6231]

Great help. On my 2016 Equinox LTZ 3.6 V6 the bolt was a 10 mm not 9 mm.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I've been corrected many times on that one. :) Thank you for the comment.

[@bhoop1696]

This was very helpful. Thanks for making this vid and helping me save some money.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Great to hear it went well.

[@lukerob8559]

I broke the 10mm bolt in the bracket part how can I fix

[@goldwingconepatterns2565]

I got a recall letter for likely this same part in Canada. Not sure if any in the US were recalled. That may be a free fix for some.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thanks for the information. I have not heard of any recalls to date for this issue here in the US. I appreciate you sharing though.

[@albertograms48]

Having same problem and it makes the rpm get stuck above the 2 until it says transmission overheating... does the canister fix all that?

[@deiate]

Perfect instructions. Thanks a bunch!

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thank you

[@Coleisawesome77]

I dont know if you will see this comment but i have the same issue on my 2015 chevy impala and i cant find anywhere that has the 12690512 part but i found places that have the 12737252 part that says it replaces it. Im just wondering if it will work the same? Thanks in advance if u see this.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

12737252 is the current replacement for 12690512. You should be all set with that. www.gmpartsdirect.com/search?search_str=12690512

[@MrLudlow3]

Very helpful thank you

[@gabrielcoleman9956]

Thanks a lot bro. This helped tremendously!

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Happy to have helped you out.

[@soapsnatcher]

Cool I'm kinda new ( diffrent car) and figuring it out on my own so location really helped

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Glad to hear it!

[@jimanderson5453]

Thanks, I will be giving it try on my son's car.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Good luck. It's an easy fix.

[@peterredman44]

I'm glad i watched ur video cuz i woulda broke dat hose with the clip, filling up with gas would make me have a heart attack

[@thelastbanana0678]

i have chevy impala and i face problem that when i start the car the dashboard start shacking for like 2sec then stop do you have any idea about this kind of issus ?

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

A quick searched yielded this information: A dual-pulse injection strategy is utilized during engine cold start to reduce the time required to bring the catalytic converter up to operating temperature. This dual-pulse injection strategy lasts for about 60 seconds on cold start. This process will cause the customer to see increased black smoke, soot, rough idle, or minimal misfires during cold start and should be considered normal. To verify that the dual-pulse injection is causing the roughness or misfires with no codes set, you should watch injector pulse width with the scan tool during the concern. Dual pulse injector pulse width will be nearly double that of normal idle. After 20 seconds the pulse width will drop by about 50% and the engine idle will smooth out. This is considered normal operation and no repairs should be attempted. This cold start strategy is enabled upon start up after the engine has soaked for sufficient time such that the catalytic converter requires rapid reactivation. The high-pressure fuel pump test will run either as soon as the dual pulse injection is completed, or during the first stop after the engine is warmed up above about 155°F (68°C). This can feel like a slight idle roughness as the high-pressure fuel pump is commanded to max pressure and then shut off to measure pressure decay. Note: The use of TOP TIER fuels lessens the rough idle condition effects during dual pulse injection and the fuel pump test by reducing the amount of carbon on valve train components and a more complete combustion leading to cleaner burn. Refer to the latest version of Service Bulletin #05-06-04-022 - TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Information and Licensed Brands. All of these concerns are considered normal and no repair attempts should be made.

[@Justabust5775]

I'm going to let you know the results once I changed it because before I'm hearing knocking in that area or pounding

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Hope it went well for you.

[@Justabust5775]

@@JustLearningbyDoing yes I changed it and no more knocks

[@jgresham3]

Mine was a 10mm socket on my 2015 Impala. Otherwise perfect instructions, problem solved.

[@nip256]

How to you change the canister vent valve solenoid?

[@yosieden4056]

Hi Hello A very important question They changed spark plugs in my car and as soon as they started the car after the change I started making noises from the purge valve. I changed to a new one and I still have a ticking noise from the valve What could be the reason? What causes the valve to make noises Could it be that they changed spark plugs and didn't connect something? Because in the Impala, to replace the spark plugs, do you disassemble the intake manifold?

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I would start by looking for a loose connection from the ignition coil pack to the spark plugs. It may be a short to ground from the spark plug to ignition coil that is causing the ticking sounds. You would probably experience poor engine performance as well if that was the case.

[@eugenew6717]

Ever do the idle air control valve,,or speed sensor

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

@@eugenew6717 luckily, not yet.

[@gilbertharb7089]

Is there a way to clear the code after replacing the Valve, if we don't have the diagnostic machine?

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Disconnecting the battery clears all problem codes, which can turn off the light. However, if the issue that caused the light is not fixed, the light may come back on after a few drive cycles.

[@PleaseUseWashClothes]

Daionasgstic said it was my Vapor canister solenied sso had it change the Engine light went off, than while driving it for a mile down the Road than the Engine light came back on.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Did it give the same code? If it was the small leak code, it could be multiple issues. It may require a smoke test to find the leak.

[@PleaseUseWashClothes]

@@JustLearningbyDoing i had it checked again now its say it peramently, what does that mean?

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

@@PleaseUseWashClothes What are Permanent Diagnostic Trouble Codes? Permanent Diagnostic Trouble Codes (PDTCs) are very similar to regular Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). However, unlike regular DTCs, they cannot be reset by disconnecting the vehicle’s battery or cleared using an On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) scan tool. The only way to clear a PDTC is to fix the underlying problem with the vehicle that originally caused the PDTC and its corresponding DTC to set, and then allow the vehicle sufficient drive time to re-run the monitor that identified the problem in the first place. When the monitor runs without identifying a problem, the PDTC will clear itself.

[@twanunit7662]

I had to replace the same thing in my 2019 took nothing but two seconds to replace it

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

It is a quick fix when you know what to do. Thanks for sharing.

[@olawojcik5647]

Did your vehicle stall at all before changing the purge valve?

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

It never stalled while driving. I would notice at the fuel stop that it started hard. That was the only drivability issue I noticed.

[@Htxracing97]

Changed it at around 50k miles now at 96000 it’s making a knocking noise and my car is doing a slight jerking when accelerating and braking

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I'd first check to see if it initiated an SES light and check the codes. Those conditions could be a bunch of different issues. I'd say that due to the length of time since changing the sensor, it could be faulty again. Had to say for sure. If you do not have a code reader, almost all auto part stores have a handheld scanner to check your codes. The best part, it is a completely free check.

[@IkelosV6]

The purge valve isn't supposed too move around right

[@emrosreviews]

Great video!! Thank you!! 🤟🏾✌🏾👑

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thanks!

[@kevinreynolds164]

I’ve replaced this twice already, by chance anyone run into this issue? If so what would be the next step to figure out the issue. After I replace the part, the idel after gas stops up until it defects again

[@JonahIsrael]

Hey thank you for this! It really helped me.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Happy to help.

[@Infiniteallah7]

Good video help out a lot, thanks ! 👍🏿

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

You're welcome!

[@sneakerheadlowlife]

Hi I just did the change to my car and the check engine light is still on, is there something I’m supposed to do so it gets cut off

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I had to clear the codes with that little code reader. If you don't have one, you can go to an auto parts store to borrow a unit in the parking lot to clear it. I know Auto Zone does that.

[@sneakerheadlowlife]

@@JustLearningbyDoingis that the only option, I just came from AutoZone and they don’t reset codes

[@sneakerheadlowlife]

@@JustLearningbyDoingI just disconnected the battery for a few minutes then plugged it back in and that worked. by the way thanks for your help, the vid helped out tremendously

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

That works, too! Glad it helped. Have a good one.

[@ctrl677]

Had this happen previously on a 2015 Ford Fusion and fixed it by replacing the same part, and now I'm dealing with it on a 2019 Impala. 🤦‍♂

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

At latest it's an easy fix.

[@lynnicedouglass8731]

Thanks for your help

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

My pleasure

[@cordellharris2866]

Thanks bro 🤝

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thank you

[@brex8118]

Should I disconnect my battery before doing this task?

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I didn't. You should have no problem as long as the ignition is off. There will be no voltage to the sensor.

[@jacobmorin4548]

Would this fix a p0449 code? Thanks for help

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I believe that is the vent valve solenoid located at the rear of the vehicle near the fuel tank.

[@micahthomas97]

So I replaced it and my check engine light is still on? How do I get rid of that

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

If you don't have an OBDII scan tool, you can take it to an auto part store. They usually allow you to use their tool to erase the code. They may even do it for you. I believe it may also clear on its own after a couple drive cycles without the set condition. Hope this helps.

[@jamalwilson1604]

Unhook battery terminal for 30 sec should be fine after 👌🏿

[@stephanehamel1334]

Thanks for advice $

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Happy to help save some money

[@Maxhusker2]

Awesome video. Perfect

[@JosephSaavedra-k7m]

Thanks!

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

You're welcome

[@6entmedia77]

Great video

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thank you

[@Michelle_9_27]

What symptoms will it have if it has this issue? 2017 Impala

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Other than the check engine light coming on with evaporative system messages, I had an issue with hard starts after a 30 minute drive cycle. I noticed it most while stopping for fuel. After fueling, the engine started hard and ran rough for a few minutes. After replacing the valve, that symptom went away. I hope that answers your question.

[@Sean-zg9vt]

@@JustLearningbyDoing EXACTLY, that is what happened to me twice, the car just doesnt want to start for a few seconds after filling gas

[@lowkey4289]

Will this cause my remote start not to work

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Any MIL or Service Engine Soon light will cause the factory remote start to not function.

[@angeldiaz6496]

Thank you

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

You're welcome

[@jessehernandez3305]

THERE IS A CAMPAIGN ON THIS ISSUE. Chevy will replace it for free.

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I didn't know that. I'll have to look that up. Thank you for sharing.

[@jessehernandez3305]

@@JustLearningbyDoing just trying to spread the word but great video.

[@jdovecity1]

Where can I find this information at

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

@@jessehernandez3305 Do you know the campaign number? I have looked through GM Service Information and I can not find any that are specific to the Purge Valve.

[@stevenburton7922]

I love the impala and was thinking of getting one. Unfortunately I have heard they are u reliable, timing chain , air conditioning, catalytic converters Crack, etc. Do you all find the impala to be problematic? Thanks

[@georgeseipel7087]

well done

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Thank you. Hope it helped out.

[@Ew94572]

Damn I wish I saw this video first. I just broke the damn plastic piece off the hose

[@scottfernaays6561]

dealership got me for 460 doll hairs lol , doing myself this time

[@dancingbam4240]

I changed mine and now my car just cranks and dont turn over 😅😅😅

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

I'd double check and make sure something else didn't get disconnected or that the valve connection itself is properly connected.

[@jasongrisdale3084]

That bolt is not a 9mm....its a 10mm

[@Izzybvndz]

Glad I looked this up and found your video dealer just quoted my girl 400$ to replace this thing time to bust out my tools 🫡

[@gueromavs560]

Going to change this part on the wifey car soon. Thanks for the walkthrough

[@JustLearningbyDoing]

Hope it goes well for you.