Variable Valve Timing Solenoid Replacement Chevy Malibu 2.4L (P0013 P0014 Cam Position Actuator Fix)

Variable Valve Timing Solenoid Replacement Chevy Malibu 2.4L. P0013, P0014 Cam Position Actuator Sensor Fix P0010, P0011. How to Check and Replace VVT Solenoid 2.4l chevy malibu.
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[@alibenam2766]

Detailed and clear instructions. Excellent close-ups so I'd know what I'll be doing exactly. Many thanks!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@tprice323]

Easily some of the best how-to videos for mechanic work on youtube. great job!

[@backyardchevy328]

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[@joepost5489]

Great video. Simple explanations, good camera, covers all the bases right to the point.

[@LOYALONESTILL]

As always, great detail and explanation to prevent mistakes.Great work ! P.S. Nice to see kitty doing well and inspecting your work.You passed !

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much:) Yea, im not done til the kitty says ok on the work lol.

[@VAspeed3]

This seems well done and not missing anything important. I'll find out tomorrow when I do my son's car. Or rather supervising him doing it.

[@rcbustanut2057]

Awesome instructional video, very clear, right to the point with necessary details & bonus tip on how to test the part! Thanks! 😎 👍 👊 🍻

[@bigdaddy1452]

One of the best mechanic videos if ever seen thanks

[@backyardchevy328]

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[@randymiller7521]

Thank you sir! I fixed my problem thanks to you. I pulled it,Tested it, put the new part in and bang perfection.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome! Great job🙂👍

[@jomo9202]

Thank you so much brotha. I fixed this shit all on my own and didn’t have to pay someone else to do it. I appreciate you.

[@backyardchevy328]

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[@dougcaggiano3961]

Exactly what I needed! Thank you

[@eradic8orx54]

Excellent instructions, just excellent.

[@richniell]

A very well done informative video. Great job, Thank you

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@TheAmericanWanderer]

thanks.. the best video on this I have seen so far

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@gregorywesdorf7335]

Awesome easy to understand. Will test the solenoids and then replace if necessary.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 yes definitely best to test em out

[@ShotDownChoppa]

What a thorough video. Thank you for your help!

[@backyardchevy328]

Glad to be able to help🙂 thank you

[@lizr2267]

Thank you so much for this video! I was able to do this in 15mins and I'm not a car person at all.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome! Great job🙂👍

[@RandolphadamsII]

I have a question does it have to be programmed after installing?

[@markmaguire3830]

Really excellent, thanks for your skilled teaching!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@jdgreene1941]

Thanks 🙏 so very much. Very clear and easyto understand!

[@dennymcelhaney8652]

Dude! Your tips were spot on! Used a pick, and removed the bolt before pulling or re-installing ....by far the best instructional so far. Just to help some people, The dorman exhaust sil. I got used a 8mm head, i reused the factory bolts. To keep it all 10mm and correct threads.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you:) yea i would prefer to use original bolts too:)

[@frastolator]

Very well done sir. Thank you for the great information!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you i really appreciate it

[@mendonjo]

Really well done! Thank you so much

[@DarknoorX]

I've seen this before but yours is so clear and simple. What I find most interesting is, there's always a need to remove stuff to remove the cover. In my 2.4 malibu 2014, I just need to pick up the cover a bit roughly and that's it.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 well its mainly the throttle body that holds it..but guess if at a certain tightness it can come on and off..but youll wanna be careful not to damage that seal part of it

[@DarknoorX]

@@backyardchevy328 I was hoping I wouldn't need to resort to go to a workshop. And fix my first thing, no matter how simple. Ill try again later. Thanks!

[@backyardchevy328]

@@DarknoorX hopefully your able to...not sure if u asked a question and the message disappeared

[@lenettea8453]

Thank you for this video it really help my husband change the solenoid , your video was very easy to understand well explained, now his car engine light is off :)

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome🙂 so glad to hear it fixed the car's problem....thank you🙂

[@lenettea8453]

You are welcome, keep up the good work.

[@backyardchevy328]

@@lenettea8453 thank you really appreciate the support

[@Jim-bx7vs]

Very informative those valve just coded (pP0013 on my grandsons 2011 chevy malibu 2.4 your video was most helpful ,thanks for sharing 🫡

[@JosieRedmon88]

Thank you. Just did my 2012 Chevy Malibu 2.4 exactly how you did and it works perfectly.

[@leelee-jf7yc]

was your car not starting

[@JosieRedmon88]

​@leelee-jf7yc No, it was starting. After I changed the part now my car won't start. 😢

[@josephanaya7689]

Earned a sub and a like from me. I appreciate this tutorial. Going to put it to good use tomorrow!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you i appreciate it🙂..hope everything goes smoothly tomorrow🙂

[@radcliffejarrett1987]

Your explanation is very helpful

[@backyardchevy328]

So glad to hear it...thank you for the support🙂

[@567carpediem]

Excellent job thanks for explaining this you made it seem simple.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@cborjas2012]

You are AMAZING! Thank you so much this video is 100% great; very informative and good quality on step by step! Now to go buy the intake solenoid and replace. 👍🙏

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much🙂 feels so great when my video can be this helpful to others and the effort is appreciated🙂

[@cborjas2012]

Even better that the part for my 2008 is less than 40$

[@backyardchevy328]

@@cborjas2012 definitely🙂 u save a good amount of money doing this repair urself

[@Wolf-rx5rb]

Very good explanation sir,great job👍

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@graysengraff272]

Clear and excellent!

[@03mm24]

Excellent informative vid.....and cool cat 🤙

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@maureencape5517]

Thanks for the video I just got the code p0013 today and I’m going to do the exact same thing tomorrow..thank you man

[@backyardchevy328]

Youll have it fixed in no time..hope all goes well🙂

[@KevinBrown-yb3zn]

Perfect video man thank you so much!

[@backyardchevy328]

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[@aljohame]

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[@backyardchevy328]

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[@josepharagon8259]

You’ve given me a new outlook on Newer Chevy’s … jk great video…😊

[@adrianrock1287]

I subbed! WELL EXPLAINED

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 i greatly appreciate it

[@siprecords1]

Great video

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@victoranderson8340]

You're a g for this

[@jalensmith4232]

Just finishing changing my VVT i was done within 20 minutes thank you so much !

[@backyardchevy328]

That's awesome🙂

[@leolopez9378]

Did your light come off?

[@backyardchevy328]

@@leolopez9378 you have to reset the check engine light manually...since its an engine related issue it wont reset on its own

[@leolopez9378]

@@backyardchevy328 ok will be doing this soon. Thank you

[@backyardchevy328]

@@leolopez9378 hope everything goes good🙂..thank you🙂

[@jt-vj4sl]

Thanks for instruction

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you for the support🙂

[@waimeaguyz9074]

I have a 3.5 motor. Would you know if the selenoid b sensor is?

[@armunro]

Nice one; you are so delicate you would be a good surgeon! If the resistance is good might be worth apply 5v and then maybe 12v to see if the solenoid moves?

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂...maybe only in the game operation lol, cause i get nervous when i think certain bolts might break...it would be interesting to add voltage and see what happens.

[@timothymcneillie239]

THANK YOU ... JUST LIKE YOU DESCRIBED.

[@backyardchevy328]

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[@jimmyfool826]

AMAZING!

[@backyardchevy328]

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[@kathys.4241]

Thanks!

[@backyardchevy328]

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[@dennisongeorge2093]

Thanks..

[@monarchpride04]

Very detailed and informative video. I just completed in less than 20 mins. I do have 1 question... after completing everything according to all instructions, my check engine light is still on. Should it go off immediately? Or does it take a min?

[@backyardchevy328]

Itll take a few drive cycles to clear the code..or u can reset it with a scanner or by disconnecting the battery for a while

[@joshuachilders3903]

Great video, worked perfectly. One strange thing - when I tested the old solenoid with my multimeter I got the same reading as the new solenoid. Swapping it out still fixed the problem though so I'm not sure what that meant. Anyway, thanks again.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 it could of been plugged or bad mechanically

[@lilrichie1356]

What were your symptoms of the car that made u change it out?

[@joshuachilders3903]

@@lilrichie1356 Check engine light came on and got a P0014 code. I didn’t actually notice any change whatsoever to the function of the car while the light was on.

[@lilrichie1356]

Ok thank u so much... my car started with a slight high idle for a Brief second then went back down then the check engine light come on for a day then went back out

[@michaelpiecewicz9748]

If it test okay for continuity, heat it up to 150 to 200 degrees with a propane torch or a heat gun, being careful, and that’s when I find many of these and other electric problems on cars. The dreaded intermittent problem.

[@mdan1984]

I’m curious. I bought the parts off Amazon and replaced them. I’m curious if it’s possible to put the wrong one in the wrong position? I see there is one actuator that has a grey top and one that’s black. Is it possible to accidentally reverse them by accident?

[@fletcherdixon1933]

brother i have a similar issue. the difference its my intake connector. it has oil all over it. ive wiped it and the check engine light goes away for a day and then its back go the issue. would you recommend just replacing both solenoids?

[@damondbean2748]

What kind of oil do you put on the O ring?

[@Magictrip678]

Thank you for showing that clamp near the tb i couldn't find it

[@backyardchevy328]

Glad to be able to help🙂

[@Magictrip678]

@@backyardchevy328 Quick question if you have any ideas. I got the cover off but somehow the brackets that snap on to the solenoid got a bit melted and cant get them off. Any suggestions?

[@backyardchevy328]

@@Magictrip678 the connector that connects to solenoid?

[@Magictrip678]

@@backyardchevy328 Hi yes. I did some research and i guess i can buy a new connector and splice the wires? Thanks

[@breadwinner864]

When I took my solenoid out I seen a bit of debris in the socket. How would I go about cleaning it out ?

[@VAspeed3]

Does the P0013 code clear itself once you've solved the problem? I tested my solenoid and it is not shorted, so I guess the code is coming from somewhere else?

[@jimm2031]

should the battery be disconnected before replacing the sensor ?

[@alexl5660]

Thank u

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you for the support

[@john404chevy]

My 2014 Chevy Malibu 2.5 L is throwing code P0014. It started a month ago and went off after two hours of being on, then it would come and go for a few weeks. Now it has been on for 2 days in a row without going off. I just ordered the VVT Solenoid Intake and exhaust. Is it best to replace both when replacing one of them? I don't have a way to test the so i figured just replace both and go from there.

[@backyardchevy328]

I replaced just the one and the other has been fine so far, but it could avoid the risk of having to deal with the other possibly sometime soon if u change both of em. I think its just a matter of preference and if u wouldnt wanna do the labor involved again.

[@AJOSUE]

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[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you:)

[@KT-nx5xh]

The level of details in this video is amazing. Thank you very much. They wanted to charge me $400 to fix this. Pffff....

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 yea they charge so much for easy repairs..im glad to be able to help you and others save that much money🙂 thank you for the support

[@vincewilkes]

I just did this job on my wife's car and this video was very helpful, thanks! The only issue I had is the harness clip was indeed tough to take off. I ended up breaking the very end of the tab that grabs the top of the solenoid so right now it's just on there by friction. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats great u were able to get it fixed🙂..yea unfortunately with the heat in that area, they do get brittle.

[@iJay2012]

Hi . May i ask the part number of the intake and exhaust solenoids so i can buy the right parts? Thank you so much for your help

[@backyardchevy328]

For autozone which is the one i used was...ts1015 for exhaust..ts1014 for intake....if u go acdelco...12679100 for exhaust..12679099 for intake

[@2009Holleywood]

I think I can do this myself and save some coin. Thank you

[@backyardchevy328]

Definitely🙂👍 hopefully all goes well...good luck

[@danielmora249]

Hey man I want to start by saying that this is an awesome video. I followed your instructions all the way to taking out the solenoid but I can’t get it out. I’ve tried so hard to pull it out and it won’t budge. Please get me some tips to get it out as I’ve tried everything and I’m getting so frustrated. Thanks.

[@backyardchevy328]

What you'll wanna do is get something like a long screwdriver..then at the base where u removed the bolt from..kinda pry it away from valve cover to get it to spin..so the seals free up..then just move it back and forth so it becomes easier...then begin to try to pull it out by wiggling it out..also rotating it so u keep freeing it from whats holding it.

[@danielmora249]

@@backyardchevy328 Ohh okay thanks. One of my friends came to help me and it split in half. Then eventually we were able to pull it the rest of it out but the whole process was a pain in the ass. We even had to remove one of the spark plugs connectors to have more room. The bottom was covered in gunk so maybe that’s why it was so hard to pull it out. It has been replaced and I also did an oil change so we’ll see how it runs. Hopefully the actual engine wasn’t damaged but it’s running good so far. Thanks, your videos are very helpful.

[@backyardchevy328]

@@danielmora249 Wow can't believe it got that bad..sounds like it was a nightmare...but glad u were able to get it out..it should be ok..good idea to change the oil as well

[@DesNReg]

Hey man, back again. I had a question, my 2013 malibu keeps stalling at lights and stops. No codes are coming up and since I replaced the solenoids my check engine light is still off. I wanted to know your thoughts, should I replace the ECM computer or the throttle? Or could it be something else?

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats a hard one, i know its a common issue on those cars and in many cases it's been the computer, but without being able to check things its kinda just a shot in the dark...i would call the dealer and with ur vin number see if theres a recall or service bulletin on that matter first though, ive read on the eco theres a recall for that issue

[@DesNReg]

@@backyardchevy328 Thanks for the response I will do that.

[@mrlincolnls00]

My car is showing this code 2008 malibu lt 2.4 l but now the car won't start it turns over no start is this my problem.

[@laurel7562]

Is this what I need for a loud rattling sound on cold start? It use to quiet down after about 30 second but now it's lasting about 5 + mins and is even louder. I saw another video that said it's a vvt actuator.

[@backyardchevy328]

Well that would be the piece in front of the camshaft, where u would have to take off valve cover to access

[@travismcclain761]

Can you check the Solenoid before removing it from the engine?

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes, i just removed it to test it because they showed up clearer that way

[@DesNReg]

Hey man, I got a rough idle on my 2013 malibu. Got codes P0010 and P0013. Do you think it would be best the replace the camshaft sensors or both the camshaft and the exhaust solenoid?

[@backyardchevy328]

If u have a way to measure the resistance of the exhaust valve solenoid..i would start by replacing the exhaust solenoid, it can trigger both those codes and that rough idle as well.

[@DesNReg]

@@backyardchevy328 appreciate at the response. I'm going to handle that within a couple of days.

[@backyardchevy328]

@@DesNReg good luck..hope ur able to get it fixed🙂

[@DesNReg]

@@backyardchevy328 I ended up replacing both of them as neither had a current when I checked them. I wanted to know if I needed to clear the codes (P0010 and P0013) for the engine light to go off? It's still on. Also, man thanks you have been a great help!

[@backyardchevy328]

@@DesNReg u were checking resistance? Yes, theres certain codes that wont erase on their own, like those...so u gotta clear em with a scanner or disconnecting battery for a day.

[@droman320]

If you look at the top where that slit is at you can see the bolt

[@saadimadina1337]

Great video buddy. I got the p0014. I ended up replacing the other solanoid as well even though the faulty code didn’t pop up for the other one next to it. Is that ok to replace both at same time if only p0014 is coming up?

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes, usually theyll fail pretty close to each other

[@saadimadina1337]

@@backyardchevy328 Ty sir. Just one more question, hopefully changing this will help with gas mileage cuz it’s terrible at the moment- only 12 mpg. Any other fix suggestion to help improve this poor gas mileage?

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes, definitely a bad vvt solenoid affects fuel efficiency since it uses it to adjust timing at certain points

[@saadimadina1337]

@@backyardchevy328 sir I changed both int and exhaust solanoids yesterday and less than a hour of driving the service ESC message popped up for a few minutes than went away. Any reason for this? Hope it doesn’t happen again today.

[@backyardchevy328]

@@saadimadina1337 maybe the computer adjusting to the changes

[@lorenzorodriguez4522]

at autozone they are telling me I need the variable valve timing sprocket and the solenoid. Do you have any knowledge on this?

[@backyardchevy328]

The sprocket is only required if its bad..majority of the times its the solenoid that goes bad or gets plugged..so if u tested the solenoid and it is bad..thats all u will need

[@lorenzorodriguez4522]

@@backyardchevy328 thank you so much!

[@VictorHernandez-df8mn]

My check engine light came on my 2012 Chevy Malibu. Got code p0010. I changed the solenoid and the check engine light came off. A week later the light came back on and now the light went out again. Any ideas what this could be ??

[@backyardchevy328]

Hows ur oil level? Sometimes if the oil level is kinda low it may affect the function of em..other than that maybe its a defective one or the actuator may be sticking.

[@Rapidcityfan6948]

I just did this now my car is leaking oil. What did I do wrong?

[@bruhham2223]

If my car keeps going into limp mode and i keep getting a camshaft pos code but when i have the vvt disconnected it doesnt die or go in to limp mode but still runs a little rough what does that mean

[@backyardchevy328]

Usually means the sensor is causing it to run that bad..disconnecting it..the computer doesnt have the information from the bad sensor so it tries to compensate

[@steveareeno7352]

I did this repair, same P0013 code keeps coming back even after clearing the code multiple times. Installed AcDelco sensor, including connector, new Castrol synthetic oil change, new plugs. Haven't noticed any rough idling or driving issues before or after. Any ideas what to check next? Chevy dealer wants $112 to test it. I've been trying to figure this out since I bought the car 2 months ago. 2008 Malibu 2.4L. Especially liked the test you did using the multi-meter on the solenoid. Great job on the video!

[@backyardchevy328]

It could even be the actual cam sensor normally the most common reason for that code is this vvt solenoid but they do also have a cam sensor which can go bad and cause this code

[@superjam18]

I have the same issue. I replaced the exhaust sensor and i replaced both the intake and exhaust solenoids. After that fix my car seemed less sluggish in acceleration but the check engine light popped back on and it's almost time to get my plates renewed. I also did have a p0420 but I dont have catalytic converter money right now...oh well is yours fixed now? 2009 Malibu

[@kathys.4241]

Backyard Chevy do you have a video replacing the cam sensor? I replaced the solenoid but my engine light didn’t go right off like yours did. Should it go off right away?

[@backyardchevy328]

@@kathys.4241 i erased it manually with my scanner, but the code never returned, but usually only minor problems go away on their own without resetting computer, since this repair is considered more major it may not erase itself.

[@franciscoalvarado2069]

What’s the solenoid supposed to test at?

[@backyardchevy328]

8-12 ohms

[@pollym.2126]

Just wanna make sure, if it's thr intake one, it's the bottom one right?

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes the intake one will be the lower one..itll also have a white or gray colored end on it

[@pollym.2126]

@@backyardchevy328 thank you. My malibu just started acting up. At a complete stop or about to take off, it wants to die and when I keep pressing the gas, it suddenly takes off, could that sensor be the problem?

[@backyardchevy328]

@@pollym.2126 could be it does affect the engine's timing(which is when the computer tells the spark plugs to fire), in some cases it affects it worse than others depending on how bad the sensor is...does it only have that code/s? Or any others?

[@pollym.2126]

@@backyardchevy328 it has others because I disconnected the hood switch sensor to stop the Auto/stop.

[@backyardchevy328]

@@pollym.2126 ive never done that but id try to reconnecting it just to see if it goes away..or u can also replace the sensor and see if that gets rid of it too...cause if its doing that at lights maybe its the feature making it act weird

[@JerseySinCMD]

Would this fix a p0003 code issue?

[@backyardchevy328]

No, a p0003 is a problem with the fuel pressure regulator..detecting that its low

[@JerseySinCMD]

@@backyardchevy328 okay, thank you for the reply!

[@Robertakitch]

Came up to 008 is that bad or good?

[@backyardchevy328]

Depends on the setting, if thats at 20k or so then yes if its 8-25 ohms itll be good resistance reading

[@darleneharris7714]

Does it stop the car from starting up

[@backyardchevy328]

Normally it just makss the car run rough or cause misfires

[@daves4678]

What if I have p0011 and p0014 should I replace both?

[@backyardchevy328]

It could be that theyre both bad..but I would make sure ur oil level is good..because low oil pressure can cause both those codes..but if u can check ur solenoids like i did to see if theyre faulty as well

[@daves4678]

Backyard Chevy thank you for the reply! helping a lot!!

[@backyardchevy328]

@@daves4678 glad to be able to help🙂

[@treakaknight819]

But what if you aren’t getting the codes? My car had like a studded not all the time just sometimes. Was told I needed these

[@backyardchevy328]

It is possible that its malfunctioning but not all the time and that wouldnt trigger the code..the computer performs diagnostic checks and it would have to stay on for 3 or so of those in a row to trigger code...but replacing parts can get expensive..so if there's a way to check the sensor like in the video..or sometimes u can remove the sensor and it may be dirty and that could cause problems too.

[@treakaknight819]

Thanks I’ll check it out. They are trying to charge 400 to replace this price I’ve had it don’t before. Thanks for the response.

[@backyardchevy328]

@@treakaknight819 yea paying that much without a code unless theyve tested and verified its bad, its a risk.

[@annadenise8902]

Why didn’t he show where he removed the solenoid for P0014?

[@luis5017moreno]

Has any one told you you sound like Felipe Esparza?

[@backyardchevy328]

No ur the first lol...ive gotten comments about vin diesel in my older videos

[@freshdatech89]

You are checking the continuity not the resistance had me confused 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@GoofTRICK]

My engine light it’s on and they just told me it’s my solenoids they said the timing chain but this cars rides really good I just feel like the car needs air like if AINT breathing right

[@backyardchevy328]

Do u know what codes it had? Well these solenoids if they are bad will mess with the timing causing engine to run slugging feeling like it doesnt have the power it had.

[@GoofTRICK]

Backyard Chevy I honestly don’t recall but the mechanic did told me it was the solenoid but I have my engine light on right now I’m a take it to autozone just to make sure it the solenoids like I said the car runs ok but it’s like weak

[@backyardchevy328]

@@GoofTRICK yea autozone can scan it and let u know the codes..that should give u an idea of whats causing it

[@GoofTRICK]

Backyard Chevy so if it the solenoids ask the autozone people to give me one for the exh and Intake right

[@backyardchevy328]

@@GoofTRICK depends on the codes...but if that code comes out it may just be one of the two or u can also choose to replace em both together if ud like

[@keithc728]

Alot of times poor engine maintenance makes these valves fail.

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes, the lack of oil changes can cause em to gum up and not function

[@Rapidcityfan6948]

I just did this now my car is leaking oil. What did I do wrong?