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How much does Idle Control Valve Replacement cost?

It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to. Our mechanics are mobile, which means they don't have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office.

Idle Control Valve Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2008 Toyota Highlander$626$304.75$321.17-15%$541.25
2009 Chevrolet Malibu$315$168.54$145.99-13%$276.04
2014 Ford C-Max$334$187.92$145.99-13%$295.42
2016 Audi A7 Quattro$491$345.16$145.99-8%$452.66
2010 BMW X5$497$350.81$145.99-8%$458.31
2014 Audi S7$482$335.71$145.99-8%$443.21

Idle Control Valve Replacement Service

What is the Idle Control Valve all about?

The Idle Control Valve is designed to control and maintain a consistent engine idle speed. The valve helps counter anything the driver may do to put extra load on the engine, such as turn on the air conditioning, sound systems, lights, etc. When the car is cold, the idle control valve helps the engine start.

Keep in mind:

The idle control valve usually goes bad because of excessive carbon buildup in the intake manifold.

How it's done:

  • Scan the computer system in the car for codes.
  • Check for any vacuum leaks.
  • Check electrical connections.
  • Remove and replace the idle air control valve if faulty.
  • Clean carbon out of intake manifold ports.
  • Clear Engine Check light.

Our recommendation:

It is a good idea to get an air induction service performed every 3 to 4 years. This will ensure that the carbon does not build up on the valve. When you are getting the idle control valve replaced, your mechanic should inspect the vacuum lines for leaks. If the vacuum is leaking, it will mimic the symptoms of a bad IAC valve.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Idle Control Valve?

  • When the engine is idle, (car not moving), the engine may stall.
  • Excessive racing noise from the engine.
  • Engine may shut off if AC is turned on.
  • Check Engine light is on.

How important is this service?

The idle control valve is responsible for maintaining a constant and consistent engine. It achieves this by ensuring that the idle speed is always constant. Many factors – such as a cold engine, the radio, or the air conditioning – effect the idling speed of the engine, so the idle control valve neutralizes these outside factors, and makes sure that the engine is consistently idling at a stable speed. When the idle control valve malfunctions, the idling speed is no longer regulated. This means that if you turn on the radio or the air conditioning, which requires power, your engine may stall. It also means that your vehicle may not be able to turn on.


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Lucas

30 years of experience
938 reviews
Lucas
30 years of experience
Chevrolet Tahoe V8-5.3L - Idle Control Valve - Northridge, California
Lucas is very great. Very knowledgeable and very helpful and did a very thorough job. Did not rush the job and was very informative. Great guy.

Desmond

21 years of experience
55 reviews
Desmond
21 years of experience
Honda Accord V6-3.0L - Idle Control Valve - Pacific Grove, California
Desmond too his time and was really thorough. Answered lots of questions with patience and was clearly knowledgeable.

Faraz

23 years of experience
142 reviews
Faraz
23 years of experience
Honda Civic L4-1.6L - Idle Control Valve - Fremont, California
Faraz is a great mechanic! He is very friendly and has great knowledge about cars. He goes above and beyond, making sure my car was in a good condition. I highly recommend you to have Faraz as your mechanic. He even sounds like Patrick Mahomes.

Nazareth

28 years of experience
345 reviews
Nazareth
28 years of experience
Nissan Sentra L4-1.6L - Idle Control Valve Replacement - Pasadena, California
He came early. He was easy to talk to and not pushy at all about his recommendations. He got to work right away and finished in half the time than was quoted.

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