How to Replace Throttle Body Dodge Avenger & Dodge Caliber (Electronic Throttle Control Light Fix)

How to Replace Throttle Body Dodge Avenger & Dodge Caliber 2.4L Lightning bolt Electronic Throttle Control Light fix Journey Chrysler Jeep and Compass. Replacement of Throttle Body Is Similar. ETC Light, Lightning Bolt Light Repair. P060, P2110, P2118, P2135. How to fix a dodge or chrysler that will not accelerate past 15mph. If you have a dodge or a chrysler that doesnt want to move with a lightning bolt plus check engine light this video will help u fix that issue.
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[@TingleTherapyASMR1]

Im a single mom. The shop was going to charge me $400 ...I came across your video (a blessing). I ordered the same part you used and replaced mine in 35 min! Thanks for this video.

[@backyardchevy328]

That's awesome:) So glad to be able to help you save so much money:)

[@mrose84]

G Sanders what was your car doing?

[@TingleTherapyASMR1]

@@mrose84 the throttle body light came on and the car started jerking. It would drive but it wouldn’t accelerate past 10-20 mph. The check engine light also came on...i checked the codes and it came back with a throttle body code. When i took the throttle body off it wasnt that dirty but the flap on the inside was very hard to open. I replaced it and reset the computer like he did in the video . Now my car drives like new. It took me 35 min to replace

[@ivansilva9797]

@@TingleTherapyASMR1 hey beautiful you single still

[@chuyrt7364]

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[@1Kirolove]

Wanna say thank you for your video! I'm a 41 year old single mother whose husband passed away 6 years ago and I don't know nothing about cars except what I've learned through the years but never really done anything to the engine on my own and after watching your video I actually got my part and change my throttle body and my Dodge avenger all on my own and it was your video that actually walk me through it. I know there's other videos that show the same thing but yours with super easy to keep up with! And just wanted to say thank you !

[@backyardchevy328]

Im sorry to hear about ur loss. When i first created my channel, i was hoping to be able to help a few of my customers who moved out of the city, didnt really expect it to grow as it has. As ive put out more videos, hearing that ive been able to help out others has been very gratifying for me. Receiving comments like yours helps keep me motivated to make more content. Thank you for supporting my channel:)

[@PartyPooPer4256]

I've watched a lot of car part installation videos. You're incredibly good at providing the right angle so I can see what's going one while you work. Thanks so much!

[@ianh4297]

Girlfriends car was having this problem on and off and she had been yelling at me to get in in the shop. I put it in and he cant fix it. Then I found this video, overnighted one for 50 bucks, and threw it in there in 20 min. Thanks bro, you saved the family car.

[@backyardchevy328]

That's awesome, so glad to hear that i was able to help and u were able to get it fixed:) Ill soon be having a video on the clicking noise in dash fix:) the blend door actuators.

[@bradplumb64]

Where did you find it for 50 bucks? Mine is a 13 dodge avenger

[@klauflaufman4545]

I have this issue right now but i live in a city with no family or male friends. So i have to go to mechanic and hes buying a used part and charging me 550 😭😭😭😭 All my mechanic friends back home told me how cheap it is to fix and easy. But im too scared to do it myself.

[@bradplumb64]

@@klauflaufman4545 You can buy a new one for around 50 dollars. You literally only have to remove the air filter and hoses. Unbolt the throttle body and replace. Took me 20 minutes to do. 550 is absolutely ridiculous! Take your business elsewhere! You CAN do this yourself!! Let me know what happens, please!!?

[@bradplumb64]

@@klauflaufman4545 I got mine new for 50, took me 20 minutes. You can do this yourself! 550 is a ridiculous outrage! Let me know how it turns out, please?

[@mr13pres]

Just wanted to say thank you for this video. It gave me the confidence to fix this myself. Bought the part on Amazon for like 55 bucks and put it in within 20-30 mins. It was pretty straightforward and saved me 450 bucks. Great video!

[@ceb7773]

Excellent video, this is on my to-do list for this month and needed a little guidance. I am so grateful for the content providers like Backyard Chevy who are putting videos out there like this for people who are less informed on car repairs. Saves me a ton of money.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you So Much...Hope this video Helps u get it done:)

[@Dahrizon]

Thank you for showing the shot at 4:50. My rubber gasket fell out and I didn't see it until I moved the car. I didn't know where it went and couldn't find any pictures or video until I saw yours. Thanks again.

[@backyardchevy328]

Glad my video could help you:) thank you for watching

[@moorefab8192]

Man that was a very good detailed video. Good explanation of everything and you were able to keep everything in view in those tight spaces. Hats off to you sir. Thank you.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 i really appreciate it

[@joni5243]

Video is very helpful! I especially appreciate the link to Amazon. Price is less than half what parts stores are asking for the part! Our mechanic cleaned the injector heads and 2011 Avenger seems to be running great. Only charged me $20. But now I know where to buy the part just incase it starts acting up again.

[@backyardchevy328]

Glad to hear he fixed it and for only 20...thank you🙂

[@kolin08]

did this yesterday successfully with your help. took a bit longer than i expected but the dealership wanted to charge me ~1200 to do this. thank you!!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome..great job🙂

[@sef2273]

Dealers are scam artists

[@gamerisnotgaming_yt]

Thank you man! My car has been not running good at all lately and I searched up the other guys and they really didn’t help that much. Then I found you and it helped me SO MUCH. I’m only 18 and I’ve never worked on anything like this before and I was super scared and hoping I didn’t have to spent hundreds of dollars just to repair something simple. Again thank you so much for helping!!

[@sef2273]

Just so everyone knows I changed my leaking intake manifold gasket and my problem went away. It was not the throttle body. Even tho I had the red lightning bolt and limp mode. Problem solved. I also had a leaking primary thermostat housing I replaced that too.

[@celinedrules]

I was actually able to do it thanks to you. I had my doubts if this would solve the problem but it actually worked. The hardest part was getting the clip off the intake tube. I ended up just breaking it off but all is good. Total time 1h15m. Total money saved $420. Thanks.

[@backyardchevy328]

That's awesome🙂 so glad to hear u were able to do it especially when it saves u that much money🙂

[@mightymurph3949]

I just did this today with your video as a guide and it was a success! God bless you sir

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome, glad to hear that, thank you for watching, hopefully in the future i might be able to help u out further, please consider subscribing trying to get to 1k:)

[@mightymurph3949]

Yeah man no doubt. subscribed

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you i really appreciate it

[@derrickcunningham8807]

@@backyardchevy328 i will try it today thanks in advance💪👍

[@backyardchevy328]

@@derrickcunningham8807 good luck hope all goes well 🙂

[@christraxler4732]

Thanks! This video saved me several hundred dollars! Auto Zone wanted $220 for the part - bought the part online for $85 and saved tons on labor - Very much appreciated!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you:) im always glad to help...thank you for your support:)

[@lauracervantes4849]

Hello! Could you please give me the page name where you got it at $80?

[@backyardchevy328]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071QX9227/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@christraxler4732]

you bet - go to - it is 1A Auto....... www.1aauto.com/throttle-body-assembly/i/1atba00019?f=1054492&y=2011&TBA&gclid=CjwKCAjwp_zkBRBBEiwAndwD9RPmEvP4KxHCrakbC7uchlWwwDvPto959XlgMlqAbogb_BOAQEIXRhoCzj0QAvD_BwE

[@MrDaryboy]

So 10 months later is it still working? I'm needing to do the same thing soon. Curious to see almost a year later what you think

[@MrDaryboy]

Just did this work on my 2007 caliber. Here's my take. Getting to the hose clamp on the bottom of the air intake tube was no where near as easy as he made it look. Could have been the position mine was in but that's what I dealt with. The plastic snap that holds intake tube for support was impossible for me to get to without breaking. Everything else was about the same as seen in this vid and knowing the socket sizes saved time figuring that out. Over all this vid helped a lot and thank you for posting on here.

[@backyardchevy328]

Maybe the caliber's slightly different than the avenger on the intake tube...glad u were able to get it done...thank you🙂

[@MrDaryboy]

No, thank you. The tips u gave and knowing some details helped a lot. See of mine wasn't quite as simple to get to as seen in vid but this vid still helped a lot and I appreciate the vid. Thanks again

[@backyardchevy328]

@@MrDaryboy Always glad to help🙂 thank you for watching my video and for the support🙂

[@MrDaryboy]

@@backyardchevy328 Man I need your help. I changed throttle body like we talked about and everything went well except difficulty on a few minor things. It is still flashing that red lightning bolt and driving goofy. It doesn't do all the time it may go a whole day and not do. I can get up to highway speeds it just takes longer. Idk what else it could be. I tried doing the calibration with gas pedal no luck

[@backyardchevy328]

@@MrDaryboy is the check engine light on?

[@mome113081]

Thank you , I hope this solve the problem on my car some time the light for throttle body is on but also turn it off after couple hours.

[@backyardchevy328]

Hopefully..it could be its starting to go bad...good luck🙂

[@justinwebster8475]

My throttle body light was on also, I replaced the throttle body with an OEM one and the same problem was happening so I took my avenger to dodge for a diagnostic check and they told I had a vacuum leak in my intake manifold. So I replaced all the gaskets in the manifold and the problem was resolved that easily.

[@backyardchevy328]

Glad to hear u were able to get it fixed..was there any codes or just the lightning bolt? Was it running rough at idle?

[@tabithastripe3796]

Videos like these have saved me $100s in repairs in the past few months. I may have to replace the ETC on my Avenger sometime in the next month or so. Just to clarify, in the vid, you showed the gasket and said that if it's flat, it will need to be replaced. If it's still good, then I'd just move it to the new throttle body, correct?

[@backyardchevy328]

Yea if its flat anywhere around it, youll wanna replace it, if it still has its shape you can reuse it and leave it on the groove it sits in...im so glad these videos can be helpful🙂 thank you for the support

[@sherod_incubus_1ps494]

Took me 2 hrs with careful watching of the video, and all the steps were in the best order one could ask for. 👍🏿👍🏿

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome! Glad u were able to get it done...thank you🙂

[@bblack9532]

Thank you for making this! It just happened to my wife's car again, and I can't afford a mechanic right now.

[@tubanator1794]

This video helped my Mom, Dad, and I did her 2011 Dodge Avenger. Thanks

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome, im glad to hear that...thank you:)

[@georgedenk2438]

Thanks for the video. My 2015 jeep compass needed a throttle body---after watching your vid---I did it myself!!!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome🙂👍...its always nice to hear one of my videos helped someone fix their own vehicle🙂

[@brandoffbeat6481]

15 minutes and 3 tools to fix, thank you so much for sharing this; your guide was perfect and simple!

[@backyardchevy328]

Awesome, great job!🙂..Thank you🙂

[@anthonybrown5321]

WOW WANTED TO SAY THANKS SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO I ORDERED MY ONLINE WITH NEXT DAY SHIPPING FOR 114$ CHANGED MYSELF WITH YOUR HELP IN ABOUT 30MIN AND WAS BACK UP AND RUNNING WITH THE FIRST CRANK OF THE CAR UR A LIFESAVER LOCAL MECHANIC WANTED TO CHARGE 1200$ IN TOTAL FOR PARTS AND LABOR AND WANTED TO DO SOMETHING CALLED A PCM REFLASH WHICH THE COULDNT EVEN EXPLAIN TO ME SO THANKS AGAIN!!!!

[@backyardchevy328]

Im so glad i was able to help you out..thank you for watching and confirming that it worked for u as well, im sure others who watch this video will appreciate it as well:)

[@dianesky535]

Pepboys did to me tota9 of 3000 and car still wont start

[@Mc007Queen]

I just got done installing a throttle body on my 2013 Dodge Avenger black top addition and it only took like 35 minutes $75 from Amazon , every time I gave it gas it would slow right down to 30 km an hour wouldn't go any faster the lightning bolt red light came on and the traction control light came on and the check engine after that new part it's all running good .. To remember to use a new gasket orange gasket on there and don't over tighten the bolts

[@backyardchevy328]

That's awesome great job🙂

[@claudetteanderson4222]

I want to thank you soooo much, I was so nervous to tackle this on my own.i have never done any work on my car myself before. Your video was so perfect.i got it done in 20 min . Thank you 😁

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome! Great job...so glad to be able to help you fix ur car🙂

[@CraigeryTheKid]

With the help of your video, I was able to replace the throttle myself! $50 part (almost too cheap looking...) and just a few bolts. The only issue I had is that I broke the electric connection clip... so tension appears to be holding in fine but its not "snapped" in with the clips. Not sure if I need to do something about that...

[@Dr.Gordon777]

Thank you for saving me a trip to the shop which would have been over 2 thousand. Thank you I did myself with you videos

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats great! Great job🙂👍

[@josephrosencrance6708]

Thank u so much!!! 55$ for the part (amazon) Another 20 for ratchet and sockets(Walmart). Im no macanic. It took less then an hour. No problems. .

[@ordinaryrapper08]

Thank you so much my guy...I fixed this problem on my car today, the shop wanted to charge me $180 to fix it, even when I told them I would bring the part. I used the link u put in the description and grabbed the part the only had 1 left. I did exactly what you showed me and got it done in under 45 mins. It’s back up and running. Thanks 🙏🏽.

[@backyardchevy328]

That's awesome, glad u were able to get it done and fixed...always feels good to be able to save money and do something urself...good job.

[@jasonvannostrand3031]

Yup, you saved me too bro. This was an easy repair and your video walked me through it. Thank you.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 so glad to be able to help..and thank you for the support🙂

[@JumbieTravel]

it’s giving me hope that people in the comments are fixing the problem. my dad still hasn’t gotten around to fixing the problem. i supposed i could try doing it myself with minor assistance from an uncle or someone. i’ve been dealing with this problem for months now.

[@backyardchevy328]

Hopefully ur able to get around to fixing the problem, cause when i drove it once like that it just felt dangerous cause itd happen all of a sudden...have u been able to scan it for check engine light codes?

[@carltonrich]

Great vid! 2013 avenger hesitated when like it was going to next gear. also randomly didn't get over 2k rpm. This was fix ty.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome im glad u were able to get it fixed:) thank you:)

[@nicoleblack5892]

@gweetoe, I have the same year avenger with the same problem. How did you do an idle speed relearn?

[@notgameyatall]

Thank you sir! Saved me tons of money and I learned something new, I appreciate the video

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome🙂...thank you🙂

[@Jrmvd1]

Thankyou for the wonderful angle! Help me a lot with my Dodge avenger!

[@bwashington409]

Thanks for the video first and for most!! I along with help from my sister replaced my throttle body but my check engine light is still on.. How do i get it cleared?? Please help

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 thats awesome! well since it was a engine code it wont erase on its own...well u can either drive it to autozone or similar auto parts store to reset it..or if u have a scanner..or u can also disconnect the negative terminal on battery but its not as easy to get to on those and itll also reset other things so thats more of a last resort

[@bwashington409]

Thanks for the quick response, I'll make my way up there.

[@backyardchevy328]

@@bwashington409 hopefully they clear it for u🙂

[@Roquea.207]

Did you take positive or negative if battery off to do that labor ?

[@bikefixer1061]

Thank you for your help I have a Dodge Caliber RT I'll be doing my throttle body install myself next month when it gets little bit warmer outside and I'll let you know how it come out thank you very much again

[@backyardchevy328]

Hopefully all goes well...good luck🙂

[@lindsayharris6631]

reat vid. Just watched this. Went to my local junk yard pulled the throttle body off a car went home and put it on my car. Totally fixed my problem.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome! So glad to hear that

[@MrDaryboy]

Where is it located?

[@JoshJ05]

I had the same issue, i got my buddy to reprogram mine but it still did the same.. THE WAY I FINALLY FIXED IT WAS CHANGING OUT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET.. like a $7 part & I dont got the problem nomore.. in another video it explains how that gasket shrinks abit in the cold and thats where it was leaking air.. hope yours works too, I want to make and upload a video explaining what I did but havent got time

[@timothyspeakman5667]

Thanks for taking the time to put out these videos. They have been so helpful on the repairs for my dodge avenger. You have saved me so much money just showing me how to do it myself. Great channel and thank you for putting these out there!!!

[@paulturner6498]

How much was the part?

[@timothyspeakman5667]

About 60 bucks on ebay

[@Vertigoneardeath]

My new replacement throttle body has two exterior rubber rings on that throat where the breather housing is connected. One is red. The other is lime green. Do I remove them? They don't' seem to be of much purpose. Thank you for the video.

[@hillsmitty]

Good video you went thru every step I’m having this problem right na

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 hope your able to get it fixed

[@krazeediamond1]

Should I disconnect my battery before replacing the etc?

[@hnoriega01]

did you have to reprogram it? i ask because other sites say that you have to re-calibrate the sensor again after a new install

[@backyardchevy328]

Well the recalibration is when ur done with install, u turn key on engine off..then very slowly press the gas pedal down til u eventually are on the floor..then u release the gas pedal very slowly til ur foot is off the gas pedal..then u turn key off and done

[@hnoriega01]

@@backyardchevy328 thanks

[@dewaynemitchell3931]

Old video but saved me money lighten bolt came on car wouldnt go pass 10mph use to rest set it but putting the car in park then turn the ignition in the on position but not cranking it for 10sec then turn it off do that a couple of times also my etc light would come on the one with the car and tire marks as while as the check engine took the throttle body out and clean it still no good so ordered one from amazon for $48 plus tax autozone was charging $272 changed it myself which was pretty easy and problem solved a shop will try to charge $400 give or take and im telling you all you need is a flat head screw driver and to take off 5 bolts anybody can do it trust me

[@derekleger3963]

My light doesn’t stay on constantly it only comes on every now and then you could take a whole trip and it won’t pop up but then when you take a trip to the gas station it wont go over 10mph is this the same problem or is it something els

[@lordbow]

My ETC light (thunder bolt) is on, but my car doesn't turn on at all. I don't have an issue with RPM because the car doesn't ignite, it gets electricity, but nothing else. Any idea if changing this throttle body would help? The last job the car had done was replacing the throttle body at a shop. But the car has just been sitting in the drive way for a few years now, can't take it back to that shop for any warranty

[@smaklilu90]

I have a Dodge caliber which makes me think why does the ETC has to be placed in such inconvenient place. You have to remove a lot of stuff before yoh can access the ETC. Now I am learning why people avoid American cars the hard way. When I check ETC Repair of Hoda, Toyota etc. It's so easy and it only takes u 5 min.

[@backyardchevy328]

it depends on the part...the starter on the honda i have a video on, the people in comments say theyll never buy another cause of where they put it and how hard it is to replace..on toyotas they dont like the oil filter cartridges, cause if overtightened they can make a 15 minute oil change last hours...but yea on gm's they do ruin things like replacing headlight bulbs u have to drop the bumper to remove headlight housing to get to bulb.

[@kylemaynard1232]

a small falt head for that bottom intake hose is almost a must. what a nightmare that was to get off lol

[@theophilussipley9596]

Great EXPLANATION & VIDEO

[@lolly480]

Thanks for the vid helped alot took me an hour or so. Seems like it worked. Does the check engine light eventually go away? I'm not getting any more codes

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats great🙂 since its a engine related code itd have to be reset itll remain in the history..so youll have to reset it or disconnect the battery for a while

[@shaynenicholson1627]

Thanks alot for this video bro...helped save me alot of money 🤟

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome..so glad to hear it🙂

[@ftcb2023]

Thanks for the video. I did this today.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome...great job🙂 thank you

[@floccolarin5347]

Hi I’m having the same problem with my 2013 avenger 2.4L. Is there a specific size flathead screwdriver that I’d need to unscrew the intake tube and etc.? Also, what tool did you use to remove the 13mm socket around the 2:15 mark of the video. Thanks for the video by the way, it’s very helpful!

[@backyardchevy328]

The screwdriver will be the average size..and i used a 3/8ths drive ratchet with a 13mm socket

[@Roquea.207]

Same car same issue here but so far is only when is in parking is still taking me and bringing me back from work 🙏🏻

[@alphared4508]

Great video. My brother is about to replace his too. But. What about the gasket? Will the new one come complete with one installed? Anyone?

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much:)...the new one comes without the gasket, but on the ones ive replaced the gasket was still good, but u do wanna make sure its not flat anywhere around it, or if not u will have to replace it.

[@gfields0115]

@Backyard Chevy 2014 Dodge avenger 2.4L Broke down yesterday car won't go over 10 running like crap the air quick working at the same time no check engine light But the Traction control light is on and other light is blinking

[@gfields0115]

Fixed the problem Was the Throttle body

[@gfields0115]

@Josue Gomez yes sir I did. When the car broke down the AC wasn't working the car would still run BUT very Rough!The traction control light came on No ENGINE light

[@gfields0115]

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[@gfields0115]

@Josue Gomez your welcome good luck let me know how it goes Not a hard job at all only took me 20 minutes

[@NFBOFFICIALL]

@@gfields0115 did the a/c come back on?

[@richsmith9063]

Excellent video !!! Thanks for posting.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you:) Glad I could help

[@robertakwasiadjei8223]

Hi, thanks for the video, I have Dodge Caliber SXT 2007 Model, though I have changed the Throttle Body but still does not accelerate, Please why?

[@backyardchevy328]

Did it have a check engine light on? The lightning bolt on? Do u know what codes it had if it did? Does it rev up and not accelerate? Or does it not rev up past certain rpm.

[@dianesky535]

@@backyardchevy328 the same extaclty what you said it does both things even after we paid 1200 for pep boys to change the intake maifold

[@JonathanRodriguez-ot5df]

I own 2014 Jeep Compass and it’s basically same unbolting. Only issue is the coolant tube is in the way, either you remove it out the way or painfully work through it.

[@backyardchevy328]

which did u end up doing?

[@JonathanRodriguez-ot5df]

Backyard Chevy I left the coolant on and worked around it

[@hemensdungeon4318]

Did you have to do any coding or have the car relearn the tps etc etc??

[@patrickporter4338]

on my 2013 dodge avenger after I change out the throttle body do I need to recalibrate the new throttle body? if so, how do I do that?

[@backyardchevy328]

U turn the key to the on position without starting it...very slowly press gas pedal down til it stops....then very slowly release the gas pedal til ur off the pedal and turn the key back off and ur done

[@javonyoung92]

I dont think that's true. I think that just relearns the original throttle. The new throttle ,which is good, I just put on is having trouble reprogramming because be4 replacement I'm pretty sure the car went into limp mode. Do we really have to reprogram this with a $1000 scan tool or has anyone had it go into limp mode before replacement and actually get it to pull out of limp mode after replacement with no tool?

[@albertahuntingproductions]

Just wondering is there a throttle position sensor (TPS) on the throttle? And can it be replaced with out replacing the full throttle body? Thanks for the video!

[@backyardchevy328]

No, not on these..that was on earlier throttle bodies that were mechanical, cable driven...these are electronic so its all housed inside the unit

[@yoviss-vsz8851]

We’re did you ordered the car part I have same problem with a car

[@gottahavegoalsset]

Great work!

[@torea30]

I changed mine in 5 mins.u need a 10 mm socket for the 4 bolts that hold the throttle body to the intake and u need a 8 mm socket for the hose clamps.y dont have to remove the 13 mm bolt withe bracket on it.u can pry it back to remove the throttle body from it.it has rubber spring back mechanism on it.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats great! Good job

[@itswhatever31]

Silly question maybe.. would you also have to replace the throttle position sensor when you replace the throttle body? Also is it possible the tps sensor could be bad and not the throttle body?

[@backyardchevy328]

the throttle position sensor is integrated in this type of electronic throttle body, so it comes together with the throttle body. That would be if u have a mechanical cable driven throttle body where it would be separate

[@dadsgonenuts]

My 13 keeps getting the P0171 after fixed it.

[@iambobby3537]

Thank you for the video. FYI, maybe it is just me but, at least start your video a bit wider on the engine. I could not tell where you were when you were removing parts.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much, yea i definitely will do that next time, i do know what u mean u wanna guide em into the area with the camera lens..so u see where to look.

[@ArmentaAngel]

Awesome vid thanks!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@aleksblagonya1098]

Great Video! Thank you.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you very much:) I really appreciate the support.

[@drivewaygarage1561]

Good video, nice camera work

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@Beyondbarricades]

what is the name of the hose that you hooked from the intake hose at 0:57? Thanks for the tutorial You're a life saver

[@backyardchevy328]

Im disconnecting the maf sensor from the intake tube

[@Beyondbarricades]

@@backyardchevy328 Thank you! literally saved my life today

[@backyardchevy328]

@@Beyondbarricades so glad to be able to help🙂

[@raymondpayne4563]

Now this will be my first time replacing a throttle body on my 2010 dodge avenger. Do I need to disconnect my battery before doing this?

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes, it would be safer to do so

[@raymondpayne4563]

@@backyardchevy328 ok thank you very much. And one more question. Is there an easier way to disconnect the battery other then to jack up the car, remove the drivers side tire and pull that panel out?

[@backyardchevy328]

@@raymondpayne4563 unfortunately no, but u do only have to disconnect the negative terminal

[@TheNewMailman]

I have an '08 Avenger 4 cylinder that has this problem. Will this be the same procedure for me? Do I not need to remove the whole air box where the filter is?

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes, itll be the same procedure to replace the throttle body..the one on video was a 4 cylinder as well.

[@wyttanareed1403]

Hi I have 2012 Dodge Avenger...the ETC light came on...I've replaced the Battery..Alternator...AC Compressor...Cool Fans..and Radiator Hoses and Cap..my car will not start....I noticed the ETC light came on...will that cause for my car not to turn on?..

[@backyardchevy328]

Hi..if it has a problem with the idle air control adjustment part of the throttle body it could cause it not to start...but does it have a check engine light? Have u scanned it to see what those codes are?

[@Mikah-pd1jd]

can throttle body be removed, cleaned with throttle body cleaner and reinstalled ... or when lighting bolt shows up it's a must new replacement ? Thanks in advance.

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes, it does depend on the code..theres certain codes that a throttle body cleaning could be helpful for...but the one on the video was definitely an issue with the throttle body internals

[@allenchristopherbrownii22]

I already did this n I still have the same faults on my 2011 avenger any idea what could the cause?

[@backyardchevy328]

Did u erase the codes or disconnect the negative terminal for 15+ mins to reset the codes?

[@1Down5UpOfficial]

I took my throttle body out and cleaned it completely, but I noticed some rattling I already ordered a new one but it's definitely not supposed to rattle on the inside correct? lol

[@backyardchevy328]

Yea majority dont...I know some have components like the pcv that would rattle but not in this vehicles case...I know the bad one i removed had a lot of rattle

[@hectorlozoya0722]

Friend I have that problem right now I have a Avenger 2008 and does the same thing turn and is at 2000 rpm and does not accelerate! Changing that piece will work well? Thank you

[@backyardchevy328]

Hi buddy:) yes its a common problem, but u do wanna make sure to look for any damaged wiring or that the connector was clicked in properly just to make sure its nothing else, but please let me know how it goes:)

[@vegankatzman]

Thank you!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you:)

[@papiwiizz954]

Hey man i have the same problem with my dodge mágnum v6 2.7 2005 ir it also dosent go more then 2000 rpm do you think that well resove it 😃

[@backyardchevy328]

do u have the etc light(lightning bolt) and check engine light codes? if so, it could be caused by the throttle body as well but u always wanna be sure to check the connector or wiring to throttle body for any damaged wires.

[@christiansartin9390]

Good evening I got a Cs2100 code and the that my battery was too low. Can it just be the battery or something else

[@backyardchevy328]

good evening, yea its possible its just a problem with the battery since that code is a problem with the circuit/power supply, so yea id start with making sure the battery voltage is good, and if the code still comes on after the battery problem is fixed just check the connector for any damaged wiring

[@thienphunguyen5496]

I'm going about fixing this on my 2008 dodge avenger as well. Was the throttle body easily accessible or did you have to remove the engine out of the vehicle beforehand?

[@backyardchevy328]

its easily accessible, just a few pieces to remove before hand

[@thienphunguyen5496]

@@backyardchevy328 hey thanks again man, you're video saved me hundreds of dollars!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you for watching and for ur support:) always glad to help

[@IsaacHernandez-bz9fr]

I have a 2013 Dodge Avenger and it’s doing exactly the same thing ! .. just like the beginning of your video! After you replaced the part ? Has your car giving you any problems since ?

[@backyardchevy328]

Car has been working great since..Hasnt given any further problems.

[@IsaacHernandez-bz9fr]

Did you buy a gasket as well ? Or dose it come with the park on amazon?

[@backyardchevy328]

Gasket's sold separate, but the gasket it had was still in good shape..it didn't have any flat spots and was raised all around it.

[@IsaacHernandez-bz9fr]

Okay ! Thanks I’m very clueless when it comes to cars and under the hood lol , but how much would you think it would cost if I take it to any mechanic ?

[@backyardchevy328]

id estimate from 250-380.

[@daynthalife91]

When tuffy tells you 542 and you find this 😎 THANKS MAN DO I NEED TO TAKE BATTER CABLES OFF

[@backyardchevy328]

Its always best to be safe...yea i would recommend disconnecting at least the negative side battery cable.🙂

[@daynthalife91]

Backyard Chevy ok awesome so the reset my lady is worried about I can do with the key forward gas slowly down trick ??? Your awesome new SUB

[@backyardchevy328]

@@daynthalife91 yes, slowly down and slowly back up...thank you so much, really appreciate the support🙂

[@daynthalife91]

Backyard Chevy no problem you helped me save like 200$ or more it’s my girls birthday Saturday we can use that and still be riding good enjoy your day so you have any tips on this.... I want to drain my 08 town and country steering fluid I have no leaks but squeaks from time to time

[@backyardchevy328]

@@daynthalife91 thats awesome..happy upcoming birthday to her...if the power steering resevoir is separate from pump, a lot of times it has a screen that can start getting clogged and not allow fluid to pass through as smoothly.

[@nerdyalexxx]

Does the car have to do a throttle relearn after installation? Or do you just install and erase the codes?

[@backyardchevy328]

I didnt have to on other ones but after ur done its easy..just turn the key to on without starting it...press gas pedal very slowly all the way to the floor and release the gas pedal very slowly til the pedals back up..and turn the key to off and ur done

[@Frankizzle4]

Have a 2010 Avenger, lightning bolt came on one day. Changed the batter and the Throttle Body and still same issue with not wanting to start. It's starting to frustrate me. Any help would greatly be appreciated!

[@backyardchevy328]

Engine cranks but doesnt start? I would try and get it scanned first to see if theres any check engine light codes associated with it, since usually that lightning bolt is associated with a sensor going bad or some sort of malfunction.

[@Frankizzle4]

Turns over but won't start

[@itsmykelife]

I want to try it to my dodge caliber 2007 because i have lighting bolt warning also.. may i ask where did you buy that cheap throttle body? Because car shop charging me 350 for throttle body... Hope to hear from you thank you

[@backyardchevy328]

I got it from amazon..i put link in description

[@sef2273]

Dealer wants 1100$ to put throttle body in lol! They want $500 just for the part !

[@sef2273]

Intake manifold gasket fixed my limp mode red lightning bolt problem

[@antonioliz110]

Great job man

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@maxdeniel]

Hi, Does it needs some kind of calibration?

[@backyardchevy328]

hello...when i installed it, it didnt, but if it does its easy to perform...u turn the key on without starting the vehicle...then u very very slowly press gas pedal til it touches the floor, then u very very slowly release the pedal until ur completely off the pedal...then u turn key off and its done.

[@brandonkamal5281]

Backyard Chevy would this work for a dodge caravan?

[@luisjaramillo5771]

I have the same issue after replacing the throttle but now the light only comes on, on cold starts but after it warms up I shut it off and start back up light goes what could be Causing this issue

[@backyardchevy328]

Any check engine lights?

[@sef2273]

My vehicle does the same thing, when it’s cold it comes on after a minute idling . Once vehicle is warmed up I restart the car and it runs fine! I have to do this everyday! But if it’s nice outside +60 degrees it won’t do it!

[@celestamccurry4627]

My 2013 dodge avenger is showing same. But will go above 2000 rpm. Same fix?

[@backyardchevy328]

Does it have a check engine light as well? If so have u scanned it for codes?

[@carina5736]

It must be great to have helped so many people by just posting a video thank you for sharing your knowledge! I hope you can advise me on my issue. My '08 Avenger started to surge the codes P0870 and P0760 appeared at AutoZone. I took it to the mechanic and I had the solenoid replaced but it was still surging, took it to the dealer and they said I need a new valve body. I'm a college student , I don't have $2,000. A friend told me to look at the throttle and I noticed that if I put the car in the ON position while stepping on the gas the lever won't open. I don't know if this is normal or not. Also, the lightning bolt light only appears when I have it on the ON position not when the engine is actually running. I just need this car to last another year w/o me putting so much money into it.

[@backyardchevy328]

Yea u most likely have a problem with ur transmission not wanting to shift out of a gear normally its 2nd gear which the vehicle goes into limp mode to protect it from any further damage. Do u know if they checked al the electrical before replacing the part? it is possible that maybe a wire is damaged in the harness that connects into the transmission, ive seen cases where they replace parts and it ends up being just a damaged wire or harness connector, but it does definately seem to be more of an issue with ur transmission not wanting to shift out of a gear...difference between a transmission problem and a throttle body problem is, that with a throttle body problem ur vehicle wont rev up, meaning ur rpm will not go above a certain rpm....and a transmission problem ur rpm will rev up but the speed go wont go much faster cause ur stuck in a gear that limits u to a certain speed.

[@carina5736]

@@backyardchevy328 Thanks for the explanation, this is all new to me. As far as I know no one, not the independent mechanic nor the dealer checked the electrical wiring.

[@backyardchevy328]

Did they replace the transmission fluid pressure switch as well? Did they check the fluid level? Replace the fluid and filter?

[@carina5736]

@@backyardchevy328 They did none of that. I insisted both the mechanic and the dealer to change the transmission fluid and filter (I haven't done it in the 4 years that I've had the car) but they jumped right to changing the big expensive parts. I know I even run the risk of having the transmission purposefully messed with if I take it to get a trans. oil change done. It's frustrating.

[@backyardchevy328]

yea it can be frustrating..both those codes are related to fluid pressure so i would of started with a transmission fluid and filter change, in case the filter could possibly be clogged, and making sure the fluid level is up to the mark and hope that would fix the problem, if not yea then check the wiring to transmission, then after that check the wiring to those two sensors and the sensors themselves and go from there.

[@thatlady4189]

My Dodge literally did this today. I pulled over because I lost all power and turned the car off and then restarted. It worked fine but I'm will get it checked anyway

[@bankroll2156]

Hope all is well. Did you find the problem?

[@thatlady4189]

@bankroll2156 Yeah, it was the throttle body. Works fine now

[@BigDisco-ff9lr]

Man mine acting real dirty missing and lose of power. Thanks for video. Id like to know where you got yours for 80 bucks

[@backyardchevy328]

thank you for watching and for ur support:)....www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071QX9227/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@stevenpearce8843]

Amazon

[@Vampunz]

Which scanner tool did you use when clearing the codes?

[@backyardchevy328]

Its an otc genysis ive had for years

[@trenthuntoon3840]

Thank u for video...they wanted 250 for a throttle body from advanced auto parts found one online for 60 bucks these part places are rip offs

[@leohanover3678]

On 2012 dodge avenger. Where is idle valve sensor located?

[@backyardchevy328]

Its part of the throttle body assembly