Ford C-Max Idle Control Valve Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(52)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(52)

Idle Control Valve Replacement Service

How much does a Idle Control Valve Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Ford C-Max Idle Control Valve Replacement is $243 with $148 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2014 Ford C-MaxL4-2.0L HybridService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$483.81Shop/Dealer Price$586.02 - $870.13
2016 Ford C-MaxL4-2.0L HybridService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$463.81Shop/Dealer Price$566.03 - $850.16
2017 Ford C-MaxL4-2.0L HybridService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$463.81Shop/Dealer Price$566.03 - $850.16
2015 Ford C-MaxL4-2.0L HybridService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$463.81Shop/Dealer Price$566.01 - $850.12
2013 Ford C-MaxL4-2.0L HybridService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$463.81Shop/Dealer Price$566.05 - $850.19
2018 Ford C-MaxL4-2.0L HybridService typeIdle Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$390.49Shop/Dealer Price$474.38 - $703.52
Show example Ford C-Max Idle Control Valve Replacement prices

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.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Ford mechanics

Real customer reviews from Ford owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(52)

Rating Summary
49
3
0
0
0
49
3
0
0
0

Carlos

17 years of experience
225 reviews
Carlos
17 years of experience
Ford C-Max L4-2.0L Hybrid - Car is not starting - Burbank, California
Carlos is awesome!

Josue

11 years of experience
26 reviews
Josue
11 years of experience
Ford C-Max L4-2.0L Hybrid - Car Battery Replacement - Sacramento, California
Josue was professional and courteous. He answered all my questions and explained what he was doing. Thank you for making it easy to understand.

Joseph

42 years of experience
55 reviews
Joseph
42 years of experience
Ford C-Max L4-2.0L Hybrid - Oil Change - Cary, North Carolina
Joseph and his son were both very friendly and personable. I would request them in the future.

Grzegorz

41 years of experience
473 reviews
Grzegorz
41 years of experience
Ford C-Max L4-2.0L Hybrid - Battery - San Francisco, California
Timely, courteous, expeditious, and the job is done right!

Excellent Rating

(52)

Rating Summary
49
3
0
0
0
49
3
0
0
0
Number of Ford C-Max services completed
572+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Ford MECHANICS
1700+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Top 10 Scenic Drives in Louisiana
While the United States as a whole blends numerous cultures, there are few places with as concentrated of a melting pot as there is in Louisiana. Not only do varying heritages and languages meet in this state, but different types...
Top 10 Scenic Drives in Montana
With a state name derived from the Spanish word for “mountain” (montaña), Montana certainly delivers a plethora of mountain views. Much of its geography owes a debt to the Continental Divide which also divides the state itself with over 100...
Idaho Parking Laws: Understanding the Basics
Idaho Idaho drivers know that they need to be careful and they need to obey the laws when they are out on the roadways. However, they also need to make sure they are abiding by the rules and regulations when...

Car won't start after flooring accelerator while going 75 MPH.

Your Dodge Stratus sounds as if it may be experiencing a serious problem. The initial symptom of the RPMs jumping from maximum to 2000 RPMS, appears to reveal that your transmission has slipped out of gear. The maxing out of...

Door lock actuators all went bad at the same time

The door latch and lock actuators for each door are operated simultaneously opening and closing, so they all are designed to last about the same amount of time (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-door-lock-actuator-last). They are very expensive parts since they are an integrated unit...

No injector pulse but does spark.

Hello There, You are correct in that if the crankshaft position sensor or the pickup coil were bad there would likely not be any spark to the plugs. In relation to your no injector pulse problem, check the wiring harness...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (844) 997-3624 · hi@yourmechanic.com