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Idle Control Valve Replacement Service

How much does a Idle Control Valve Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW Z3 Idle Control Valve Replacement is $333 with $238 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2001 BMW Z3L6-3.0LService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$591.49Shop/Dealer Price$728.12 - $1098.62
1999 BMW Z3L6-3.2LService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$571.49Shop/Dealer Price$708.15 - $1078.67
1997 BMW Z3L4-1.9LService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$682.19Shop/Dealer Price$846.52 - $1300.07
1996 BMW Z3L4-1.9LService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$682.19Shop/Dealer Price$846.48 - $1300.00
1998 BMW Z3L6-3.2LService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$571.49Shop/Dealer Price$708.17 - $1078.72
1998 BMW Z3L4-1.9LService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$682.19Shop/Dealer Price$846.52 - $1300.07
2000 BMW Z3L6-2.8LService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$576.49Shop/Dealer Price$712.91 - $1083.25
1998 BMW Z3L6-2.8LService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$576.49Shop/Dealer Price$713.56 - $1084.39
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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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Emmette was fantastic! He arrived early. He changed my one of my ignition coils and all spark plugs. When doing so, he showed me an oil leak seeping into the plugs which he explained caused the short. A different repair shop I went to two days prior advised e to change all coils and plugs at a price of $1,100, They never once noticed the leaking oil under the failed coil (and all others). When my car sputtered a bit on initial start up, Emmette insisted I take it for a ride while he waited for my return. He did so to ensure that the repair worked and I was satisfied. Emmette also inspected my entire car on his own accord. He sprayed a squeaky door, adjusted my tire pressure which was excessive (55 lbs of pressure instead of 32 in all 4 tires. This excess was done by a dedicated "tire" shop when they put my new tires on...What the heck!). He also fixed a bent gas cap (which is likely the cause of 2 EVAP leak codes). He did so at no charge, whereas the other shops wanted to replace major EVAP parts at yet another $1, 500. So far, no EVAP code has returned. I was a bit apprehensive having an unkown mechanic outside of a physical shop do the work on my BMW Z3. However after my exceptional experience with Emmette, I'm going to hire him to replace an expansion hose and to further diagnose and fix the oil leak he found.

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Kris did an excellent job of finishing up the job that not completed by a prior mechanic. I would use him in the future. He was knowledgeable and through.

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