Iacv - Replaced By Mechanic Instead Of Cleaned

[mrkropp]

I've read a number of posts about how to clean the IACV. After having problems stalling I took my 99 ES300 to my local shop. The mechanic called me and told me the IACV needed to ber replaced. I asked him if he tried cleaning it out first. He responded that they tried to clean it out, but it still didn't work. I'm thinking my mechanic might not be telling me the truth. What do you think?

[lenore]

That is hard to say, remember mechanics aren't privy to the great information that is located on this site. Cleaning to him may be squirting fluid down the bore when in reality taking apart the IACV to clean is what is required. Unless you do things yourself, or inform a mechanic about the procedure you are at the mercy of the mechanic. Also remember he wants to be able to warrant his work which is hard to do without replacement.