Throttle Body - 2006-2013 3.5L Chevy Impala

On this episode of Fear No Fix, Jim and Chris replace the Throttle Body in a 3.5L Chevrolet Impala (model years 2006-2013*).
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DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) associated with this fix:
• P2135
• P2138
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[@johnharshfield4726]

Jim & Chris - you guys are top notch - so professionally done - thanks!

[@LemurMonitors]

First time anyone's called us that!

[@anabolicdopeboy7413]

@Mr Hansen You better believe it

[@williambush2924]

I've watched a LOT of so called professional repair guys doing videos on various R&R jobs.. you guys are by far the best I've seen so far.. very thorough in your explanations, and you don't talk down to your viewers.. great job guys! Keep it up!

[@devinmartin9158]

I am not a mechanic. I watched this video 20 plus times and I successfully change my throttle body on my impala and its running great!!! Thank you...thank you...thank you!! This helped so much!!

[@RickCoMatic]

I'd bet the two guy's are more performers than wrencher's. Huge, well lighted, rolling toolboxes in the shot w/ 'nary a smudge nor open drawer vellie-vellie... hin-door-less-ding!

[@odanielbuckner8564]

I had a throttle body code replaced it with new 1 it now ideal up and down has a 2 riche code takes off with out pressing gas just because it's new is it bad

[@michaelhoward4020]

It's amazing how many folks tell car owners that the car has to go to a shop or the dealership for the relearn procedure at a cost of $100 to 150 and even more at the dealership. Of course other car makers most likely you will have to do the repair shop relearn but not the chevrolet impala. Thanks guys great video!

[@christinamartinez7972]

I replaced the throttle body unit and my car drives so smooth now.

[@anabolicdopeboy7413]

Which year make model car did you replace it on?

[@nathanlentini8001]

Very nice video. My '05 Impala has had major recent breakdowns. Transmission replaced, MAF, TPS, 2 ICV replacements, throttle body, intake cleaning, tune up, etc. The idle has been acting up for a while, very low to very high. I thought the transmission would fix a lot but it was still a problem and running rough. Finally I learned ignition coils are often the culprit for this. I finally replaced all three today and it's smoother than it's ever been. Amazing. It's been expensive and a lot of work, but gained a lot of know how.

[@markweber7486]

Thanks for showing me the way on throttle body change on 2011 Chevrolet Impala. You guys made it easy for me.

[@modernaminaj]

This is the best video I’ve seen. I’m gonna fix my own car instead of paying 250 bucks 😂

[@admaddy1]

I know that’s right mama

[@kxracer27]

Thanks so much fellas. You guys made this job easy as shit for me. Replaced it with new OEM unit, idled for a few mins. Cleared my codes (P1516 and P2135) , hopefully she's good now.

[@andrewvigil3497]

I watched your video today and it was very very helpful. I am a not the best at mechanics on new vehicles but you made it easy for me to do a great BIG THANKS from me.

[@lizzyrabbai738]

Thank you for this ! Just replaced mine and it's running great now. 😏

[@miahv82]

How hard or ready was it?

[@lizzyrabbai738]

@@miahv82 super easy fix. Matter of fact, my boyfriend held the light, while I fixed the whole thing. Took less than 45 minutes. I could tell the difference right after. The car just felt smoother

[@brandonGCHACHU]

@@lizzyrabbai738 did you have to use a scan tool? Or just start it up and drive it?

[@lizzyrabbai738]

@@brandonGCHACHU just start it up and drive it.

[@brandonGCHACHU]

@@lizzyrabbai738 thx

[@carlsmith9592]

thank you very much both of you for showing us how to replace these parts.. honestly that help us a lot ,,, have a wonderful day.

[@blakespower]

my work got Ourisman Chevrolet to do this for our 2013 Malibu it was still under warranty for like 800 miles but of course when you take it to a dealer they always find other things to jack up the price , Ourisman Chevrolet in Bowie Check Engine light, 196.00 Diagnostic Speed Sensor, labor 149.95 parts 45.56 replace serpentine belt cracked, parts only no labor 40.96 Replace Tensioner Belt, labor 554.81 parts 304.35 bolt 3.96

[@LemurMonitors]

Don't forget the blinker fluid

[@Young-gx5ri]

I think I can fix this myself, this was a great video.

[@keithp115]

Why would 27 people dislike this A+ video?

[@garyhoover8742]

I replace the throttle pedal and the throttle body workd great couple days later tracktion control came on and had reduced speed cleared the codes and once in a while it will do it again e

[@jayg4408]

89 inch pounds is great info for torquing down the nuts

[@darriemcghee9001]

I watch you guys video thank you so much that was the problem with my car

[@IrishLanguageLearners]

I have had various repairs done for this same part and losing my mind. Your video has convinced me that I should have just done the labor myself. The problem is what is the true underlying problem why this system keeps malfunctioning even after transmitter, sensor and part replacements? There seems to be more of a system problem or are the sensors poorly made and prone to malfunction? Help, we can't afford any more repair costs.

[@RickCoMatic]

One ... eight ... seven ... seven, ... cars for kids. K - A - R - S, ... cars for kids! Donate your car today!"

[@karencordell4101]

Take a close look at your coil pack. Let the car get good and hot and then see if it looses power or Spitz and sputters and check the Fire color, it should be Hot Blue, weak fire causes every gas components to shut down or act up. It even tells the injectors not to inject because of No Fire and Like mine all the cylinders on the coil pack went out causing and countinous miss that can barely be detected.. $1800 dollars to a muffler/ Full of Nothing want to be Mechanic and still didn't fix it Nor did they Once check the Fire on Anything...

[@Shmak1982]

Replaced the throttle body assembly. AC Delco OEM parts. Car absolutely refuses to relearn idle.

[@jasmineward7897]

You guys make this look so easy!

[@LemurMonitors]

It is!

[@jasmineward7897]

@@LemurMonitors there's a chance I may need to get this done for my chevy that's why I tunned into this myself

[@user-ko2gy9ur9d]

thanks so much

[@moniquehernandez4290]

How do I know if I need to replace the pedal or the throttle body sensor under the hood?

[@ezwa9979]

‘Y’l it relearns the propr throttle setting’?, & ‘the idle relearn is complete’ - I WAS gonna ask, is throttle setting same as idle, but apparently U answers that. now I’d only ask, what’s that 2 named thing idleing adjusted(ok relearned)?.. the throttle speed sensr gizmo(TLC?), the IAC?, or both🤔

[@jesrelsumicad6473]

How I fix my hundai accent model 2013 when we scan it the this code appears P0121 AND P2119.tnx

[@PursuitMode2011]

Awesome video! Nice job!

[@dpeaston3]

What Impala is registered for 220MPH?

[@jhargrove1108]

Dealer just told me the aftermarket throttle body on the car I just bought will not work. They cannot program it. Car idles at 2000 rpm. Is this true or do they not know what they are doing?

[@stephenhozjan8908]

So can that put the car in limp mode if its bad

[@Traypeats]

I have a 07 chevy impala and i replaced my throttle body yesterday and i followed this video step by step and now my car has a high idle at roughly 1500-2000 rpm and i've tried the relearn techniques and no luck yet. Also my car accelerates on its own to about 30 kilometers. Any suggestions?

[@LemurMonitors]

Your car should detect this high idle and automatically relearn it if you let it sit and idle for a while in the driveway

[@Traypeats]

@@LemurMonitors this idle is now low lol it idles at 600 rpm when parked and when stopped at a light. Also the acceleration on its own is still happening.

[@liljo6k_574]

@@Traypeats any luck? my car use to do that but it relearned an it came. Back but yea when i slowed down itll want to keep going an yea the rpms would be high for a couple days.

[@jackthenife]

I currently have the same issue! The car is trying to pull itself through stop lights and stop sighs. I'm going to have no breaks left soon if this keeps up. Did it ever correct itself or did you have to get it manually reset with a high end scan tool? Thanks!

[@lydiarogers2540]

What about the engine light it didn't go off?

[@mecanicodejetski]

My 3.6 LFX enter in limp mode after i swap the throttle body, will this work?

[@marcusarce2113]

If you remove the mass air flow sensor when the car is on and it dosent turn off that means the sensor is bad??

[@robbierbaum1302]

You took two nuts off AFTER removing the heater pipe in addition to the two that held the heater pipe in place but did not put them on before reinstalling it. It appears you placed the heater pipe and only used the throttle body nuts.

[@LemurMonitors]

Yep, I lost them and we only had a few hours to finish the video (hoped nobody would notice)

[@brandonGCHACHU]

Detective Rob on the case lol. Right now someone's impala is out there with no power lol

[@bassman6824]

@@LemurMonitors Stop the video @ 4:34 and you can clearly see the first two nuts are indeed already on before you put the heater pipe back on...seems you just didn't video document it. Hope you did spend too much time looking for them. ;-)

[@ferrer65]

I replaced my throttle body on my 2012 impala at 141,000 miles. Tried the procedure for idle relearn. Rpm still jumps up and down between 1,000 and 500. I drove it on the highway and around town a couple of times and I feel like it's slowly normalizing. Will the relearn process take a couple of days or a week at this point? Also old throttle body was pretty dirty when it was removed. I also did not disconnect the negative terminal from my battery but I did disconnect the positive terminal after installing the part in order to clear the code.

[@leonpercival4028]

I have a 2012 impala l.s 3.6 and I cant find the right trottle body for this vehicle please help

[@ferrer65]

@@leonpercival4028 try rockauto.com that's where I got mine. Paid $125 for it.

[@leonpercival4028]

Thanks alot

[@aioniosxcv6894]

Will throttle body position sensor from newer 2012 fit a 2011 as they are in different spots ?

[@Holy_Wraith]

I just bought a 2007 Chevy Impala, the "Low oil Pressure - Stop Engine" warning randomly comes on, also the RPMs go to 500+ with A/C on and hums bad and vibrates when turning. It has full oil so I'll probably get new oil sensor but could my terrible idle'ing be a bad throttle body? I hope it's not a lemon.

[@269paintball5]

Did this fix anyones problem with the old "Starter disabled, Service Throttle" ?

[@mikehowell8776]

If you change the throttle body and the accelerator pedal at the same time, do they need to be programmed so they will talk to each other?

[@LemurMonitors]

Both are plug & play - at most you'll need to go through the re-learn at the end of the video, but there's no registration or programming required.

[@ariellikestacoslikescowsan82]

I was just told differently

[@erikastrobel6007]

What do you do if one of the studs broke? Help please! Lower left stud snapped in half. Can I replace this

[@bennieboy2014]

My 2011 3.5 Impala cranks but won't start could that be throttle body?any one please help

[@quinteroalex13]

Do you need to reset the throttle body?

[@phyzaan]

What if my car is going over 2000 RPMs after I do everything you guys just did on the video

[@rodcash75]

I have that same problem

[@ezwa9979]

not Xactly the bSt dRth imitation I’ve ever heard😒-NEwA, what exactly did this idling thing relearn, throttle position sensr?, idle it’s self? wat was it, cause I was wondering how to relearn idle parameters(on 12 impala, after replacing- cleaning ALOT of stuff). hmnnn?🤔

[@raphaelpitts1141]

Love the video

[@rudypaul5993]

2009 chevy impala 3.9l can you guys locate the intake solenoid sensor pls Thanks

[@St4ticTut0ri4lz]

Should a throttle body close ALL the way? I believe mine is open about 20% with no throttle input. I am unsure if this is bad, or just simply for air while idling

[@LemurMonitors]

There should typically be a small gap

[@St4ticTut0ri4lz]

BlueDriver Great thanks. I took my throttle body off for the cleaning. My 2008 Impala with the 3.5l has 175,000 miles on it, and the throttle body was so black and full of carbon deposits. It made a massive difference in the way my car runs! Thank you so much!

[@Modernaminaj90]

I fixed my car today I’m so happy and the engine light is off

[@pstarkey001]

How do you know if it's the sensor or if it just needs cleaned?

[@hpiproceed97pcp20]

You look at how gunned it is when you remove it after you clean it if the code comes up that means you need a throttle body and as he said you can just buy the sensor but it becomes more work when you can just install everything new .

[@markbailey1423]

Mine stalls every no and then says reduce speed service traction and sometimes is says service disabled and won't start is this the throttle body cause I've all ready replaced the pedal sensor

[@moisesjasso7209]

If I buy a throttle body at a junkyard can I just put it on and And it will reset itself or do I have to connected to a computer and do stuff with it.. in order for it to work property

[@LemurMonitors]

It may idle roughly/unusually for a bit but it should adjust on its own - you may want to give it a good cleaning before installing it

[@moisesjasso7209]

Because when I'm driving and I'm doing 60 and I let go of the gas It Stays at 60 like a couple of seconds and then a goes down by itself... / Let's say I'm at 30 miles per hour and I want to go to 50 it goes to 2000rpms It stays there for a minute and then it goes to 1000rpms .... Is it because the butterfly may have dirt stuck to it and it takes a minute for it to close where it should be....?

[@canderobles1833]

I replaced both the throttle body and the pedal and try the relearn process but car is now overheating

[@LemurMonitors]

Did you disconnect the heater lines at any point? There could be air in the system - otherwise there isn't much that could cause overheating

[@jdhitc]

So i havethe 2010 impala, your device is telling me to replace a idle air control valve... when i put in the info for my specific car into amazon, rock auto,any other, Nothing comes up for this part for a 2010 lt 3.5 fvv

[@LemurMonitors]

Hello! If this is related to the scan tool your best bet would be to contact support through the 'more' tab in the ap

[@darkser]

Aight wish me luck guys! 😬

[@LemurMonitors]

You've got it!

[@adrianaflores6449]

I have an impala 2008 recently changed the throttle body & everytime I change gear to drive it’s move then slowly drive up to 20 MPH with out me even pressing on the gass doesn’t go past that on its own like it pulls ... never did that before ... is that normal ? Help plzzzz

[@LemurMonitors]

Sounds like the relearn hasn't completed yet - check out ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/gm-throttle-body-relearn-procedure/

[@OrionLordofDragons]

After doing this I gotten p0507 now

[@webguy79]

Can't I just replace the sensor or I have to replace the whole unit

[@LemurMonitors]

Sure can - we replaced both for simplicity, also it's easier to get the entire assembly - and it isn't that much more expensive: $90-150 for a full assembly or $80-140 for the sensor itself (aftermarket, you might be able to find better prices of course)

[@ramonanzures9780]

Do you need to relearn it after replacing? If so do you need a scan/computer or do the idle procedure ive seen other say ie idle for 3min rev up etc

[@LemurMonitors]

If you let it idle at the end it should start high then adjust down automatically

[@davidgonzales6876]

I got a CEL P2101 for Throttle Actuator Control Motor Circuit Range/Performance. Should I replace the entire throttle body?

[@LemurMonitors]

If you clear the code and it comes back I'd replace the full assembly - most of the time it isn't much more expensive

[@ajg2558]

On 2007 impala can I see the a +b voltage correlation of the sensor, does the blue driver app and obd2 allow me to do that? Or do I GM tech 2 scan tool?

[@LemurMonitors]

The standard OBDII datapoints report the data already converted to % - to get raw voltage you'll need something that can access proprietary pids

[@ajg2558]

@@LemurMonitors thank you for the info

[@katiemeeks6796]

We replaced ours (we were getting the error message on the screen to replace) and the car will not start now. It cranks but never turns over...

[@LemurMonitors]

It might be worth double checking the wiring & connector - do you have access to a scan tool to check for codes and see if the throttle actuates when the key is in the running position and you press the gas pedal?

[@rodcash75]

Replaced mine but my car idles very high after I followed all steps. What could it be? All vent hoses was ok. I replaced the PCV pipe. And still it idles too high. Between 3500 and 4000 RPM's

[@anabolicdopeboy7413]

@Mr Hansen Are you trolling Mr Hansen?

[@anabolicdopeboy7413]

@Mr Hansen Lol, okay bub

[@anabolicdopeboy7413]

@Mr Hansen 💪

[@mboaz4730]

Have had Service Stabilitrak, Engine Power Reduced light for a long time. When I took it to OReillys or AutoZone for codes check, they got no codes. So they can't clear it. Firestone told us it was a wheel hub, so we replaced that. The Engine Power Reduced light stopped, but now Service Brake Assist is on. Stabilitrak light never stopped. We have replaced the gas pedal and that sensor, and the throttle body and that sensor. Air filter. Disconnected the battery hoping that would clear the codes that don't show up to the OBD 2. I am at a loss, but the mechanics and dealers around here are outright thieves that will charge hundreds for a diagnostic and a separate labor charge for just reading the codes, not even to touch it. If they actually have to touch it, charges can clear thousands easily.

[@mzketabean]

Have you figured anything out yet? Everything is exactly the same with my car as you explained and I've done everything you did and it's still the same as before.

[@mboaz4730]

Does the throttle body come with a gasket, or do you have to buy that separately? And how many gaskets do you replace in this repair total? Also, what is the scan tool? and why isn't it on the list of tools that were at the beginning.

[@ferrer65]

My 2012 impala didn't need a gasket. Open it up and check your setup. You may not need one. Depends on the design. Fit snugly here once bolted on.

[@unclep2012]

Replace my throttle body 2 years ago(2016) had to take it to the dealer to get it reprogrammed the car did not relearn itself!! Drove it for 2 days in the idle did not drop lower than 2500 RPMs had to park it! Got a tow to the dealership they told me that the company that makes throttle bodies for these vehicles goes on multiple vehicles and they have to be relearn to your vehicle! Spent 150 at the dealership to reprogram!

[@LemurMonitors]

You shouldn't need an active relearn, but you might be on to something with the aftermarket part (sometimes it pays to go oem)

[@unclep2012]

@@LemurMonitors The throttle body I had bought at the parts store here was a brand name HITACHI, Which supposed to be an oem replacement! I do recommend getting an OEM replacement GM part! Thanks for this vid y'all do a awesome job!!

[@deeotakuartist9310]

Should have went with your cars OEM it cost a little more but it guarantees it will reset since it's the original manufacturer

[@Traypeats]

Im having the exact same problem right now and i bought the same hitachi brand part. Tried all the relearn procedures and still no fix, jus gonna drive it around for a few days and hopefully it will go back to normal.

[@InsightIntoLife]

Can the throttle body be a different brand?

[@LemurMonitors]

Anything aftermarket OEM equivalent should work - but you may want to be wary of the cheapest ones, when it comes to aftermarket parts a lot of the time it ends up a 'you get what you pay for' deal. If you've got a part store you trust it may be worth asking them what they'd suggest.

[@Ronin-sh7pg]

My 2013 does not look like this?!

[@miahv82]

How much foes the part cost?

[@LemurMonitors]

Maybe $75-$125 depending on where you look

[@jdhitc]

Napa was 204

[@1lex251]

I replaced mine and the gas peddle still stalling

[@TheGuncollector87]

Hey my studs came out , it's the bottom ones, I just have one flanged head on top of the throttle body and a stud at the bottom - this is the one that came ...what's it called need to order a new one

[@drunkkidlb]

is your scan tool an app on your phone? or would i have to buy some sort of scan tool to scan it?

[@LemurMonitors]

Hi Josh! yes the scan tool is a app on your phone you can download it for free from the Google Playstore or the Apple Appstore.

[@drunkkidlb]

@@LemurMonitors thanks

[@idawilkerson6360]

How much does it cost?

[@LemurMonitors]

MSRP for the OEM part is around $255, but check out your local parts store for exact prices.

[@derrionsmith2429]

Okay but which impala has 220 on the dash

[@Rokomarn]

They all do

[@susanpower961]

Where can I get a scan tool from

[@LemurMonitors]

You can order BlueDriver from: BlueDriver.com Amazon (USA, Canada, Mexico, Australia, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain) Walmart (USA, Canada) eBay - seller lemurvehiclemonitors only Newegg(Canada only)

[@johnasosajr]

When are we going to get some functional tests with the bluedriver I’ll do beta testing for it

[@makalapualiua6423]

Is the reset same as a 09 malipu?

[@makalapualiua6423]

3 m

[@LemurMonitors]

@@makalapualiua6423 We haven't done one but it looks to be the same

[@bthompson1767]

The bearded guy acts funny like he’s mad 😡

[@webguy79]

How many miles dose this impala have on it.

[@LemurMonitors]

A fine question, I'll try and find out! It's an ex-rental so it's getting up there (and wasn't exactly well taken care of)