That thing ia well cared for and clean. 300k should not be a problem, with regular maintenance of course. As a ASE cert. master tech , ill share a tip that goes well with this. Take a clean 1 gallon plastic jug, cut about 3-4 inches off bottom of jug. Slide cap end over screwdriver - dowel . It acts like a loud speaker and amplifies the sound big time. Thanks for the videos bud. Stay well
If he has a mechanic like you, I would tell him to keep it and drive it till 300K and beyond, Unfortunately most of us don't have an honest mechanic, especially don't have or know one whom know what he is doing. Thanks for the video
Tell ur buddy, go to 300,000 miles! Looks like he took excellent car of it! (Especially w/ car prices/chip probs). U crack me up "I'm under the car, no, engine isnt talkn to u". Hey AMD, sometimes ur car DOES talk to u (tells u ur neglecting it).😉 I have always wondered who 1st thought of the screwdriver stethescope?🤔 Great video as usual! 👋
Update on my dad 2014 rav4 with 130K miles all the seals were replace 5 quarts of transmission fluid was replaced and the transmission is shifting like a dream
Great video...John here from "the old school." Many other items can work to listen for mechanical noises if one does not have a real long screwdriver. I've used a piece of sawed off broom handle, a small piece of metal pipe, a small piece of 1/2 in. - 3/8 in piece of rubber tubbing, and even a short piece of everyday garden hose. Of course...I would hold one end up to my ear...always careful of the running engine, fan, and belts.
AMD, I want to know how many people paused the video for a doughnut break at 5:49 and how many would have paused it if they had had a doughnut handy. BTW I hope the owner takes that smooth running 4.0 V6 to 300,000 miles . Next time, PLEASE rustproof your Toyota!!
Well since my aux belt was not supposed to be glazed, I got the spare tire out and poured sugar syrup all over it and let it dry. I don't see what all the interest in glazed donuts is about. Hmmph.
Speaking of noise. Have 2021 Highlander limited. Letting off on the accelerator pedal abruptly. The pedal mechanism or sensor makes a clunk like plastic on plastic slapping together. Probably the way it is designed but still odd. I have never owned a Toyota so this is all new. Like when you step down for passing and the engine seems to rev more than it needs to. Which found out on this channel that is normal. Learning a lot from this channel.
AMD, why stop at 300,000, keep going, it’s a Toyota. Another DIY tip take a picture of how the the belt is routed or draw it out. The stickers seem to always be missing.
AMD, another great instructional video. Sometimes the diagnosis can be as simple as isolation (your example), migrating a suspect part with another part (coil packs are a good example) and see if the problem moves or testing a suspect part with a known working part. Keep up the great work.
I have 260k miles on my TRD 2nd Gen and running like new. 260k new trans, AC comp. My chassis is original and in good shape. Keep it its paid for. Check out my vids on GM n Nissan mid size trucks.
Take an old one gallon type washer fluid jug. Cut the bottom off and stick the handle of the screwdriver through the end you would pour the fluid out of. You might have to modify it for the handle to fit. Now when you touch the screwdriver to the bolt on the pulley (engine running) it will be like a megaphone.
A great video, like usual. I love your work. Going to 300K? Not sure where you are in relation to snow belt. Also, how many miles per year. I’m retired and used to drive 25 -30K per year: now 5K or less. My bought new 2003 Sequoia is at 144K. I want it to last until 300K. It will outlive me. I do agree with other poster, change the water pump and the tensioner pulley.
I know. I wouldmuch rather buy a 4 yo. car with 90k on it than one with only 5k on it. Low milage is usually a sign that it has only driven short trips where the engine rarely gets to operational temperature. I bought a '00 Nissan Almera (N15) back in '06 with about 90k (142k km) on it, and I never had any issues with the engine for the 5 years I had it.
Thank you, AMD, for this excellent video. Can you do a video on how dealerships charge for "book time" vs. actual time mechanics spend repairing a vehicle? I heard there can be a large discrepancy. Thank you!
already pass the 300k miles on this toyota corolla/geo prizm I just bought, man I don't know how long I driven since the speedometer broke probably 1k miles, the car drive like a dream.
Hello, first off love the channel! second.. I just recently purchased a 2011 sr5 4runner and every now and then while driving the green 4 wheel drive logo starts flashing and 4 low, also the abs and brake light stay on, all at once.. but only the 4 wheel and 4 low flash. It comes and goes, I was told it could be one of the rear speed sensors? Guy who sold it to me said it was the driver rear sensor. Hoping it is something simple, the truck drives perfectly normal and the 4wd kicks on when I switch to 4 high.. thanks in advance!
FYI be extremely careful while sneaking a screwdriver down into the engine compartment last thing you want is for it to catch that screwdriver on the belt or spinning pulley and have it fling it somewhere or hurt yourself
Keep the 4Runner until 500,000 miles. I just did the water pump on a 2005 Toyota Avalon and replaced the idlers and the tensioner pulley only. I leave all my Snap-on ratchets in the "OFF" position after use or at the end of the day because easy to overtighten a nut or bolt when trying to remove it and shearing or stripping the thread.
Great vid! One warning about the long screwdriver to the ear trick. Be VERY VERY careful to keep the screwdriver AWAY from moving parts. I think it is obvious what bad things can happen if the screwdriver gets hit by a fan blade or other moving part.
Hi! The brake pedal can get noisy usually from the mechanism itself needs lubrication. And the squishy pedal could be locked up calipers or a bad wheel bearing
Like that, you are not saying to buy a bunch of tools in order to do the work. Boy, that 4runner in good condition. Got one New in JAN 2005 and it is still on the road. That is saying a lot. Some relative is driving it. A good training video, Thanks. ps. I would do the water pump, too.
My 2003 4.7L 4Runner developed a front-end noise which I couldn't find. I suspected the water pump but decided to risk taking a trip and then replace it when I got back. That was a mistake! It indeed was the water pump (BTW, I had previously replaced it with a non-Toyota part, so bad on me). The serpentine belt troubleshooting technique wasn't an option for me because the water pump is driven by the timing belt. Regarding the decision to go 300K miles, my question is, "What stop there"?
Hi Brother! A question about warranty. There is a general opinion that a CPO car warranty is much better than a new car warranty. Is this true? I would love your thoughts on that and the reason behind this belief. Thank you! Can't wait for your live streaming!
Wow, that engine does NOT look or sound like it has 200k on it...keep it!! More of these DIY videos please for us grease monkeys!! (No torque specs on those pullies?)
Well done! There is another case of noise being the answer, but being a Toyota mechanic you may not see it much. Exhaust leaks from one branch of the exhaust manifold can imitate a rod knock. Nissan had a lot of problems with broken exhaust manifold studs in the 1990s. The tap-tap-tap sure sounds like a rod knock, but listening to the engine block reveals that it can't be heard on the engine, only in the air. That truck sounds so much better fixed!
@@rightlanehog3151 Maybe, but mine is a 1,5 hybrid. I think the last non-3 cylinder used in the Yaris was the I4 1,33 that was in my old XP130 (3B). I dont remedier if the 1,5 in the 3C was 3 or 4 cylinder...
Keep going!! Have a 2003 with 280K and a 2020. We store the 2020 and plan to drive the '03 until the body gives out. Engine is great, just not so pretty. Clear coat is peeling and the once red is now sun faded but she still starts and has gotten all her oil changes. I will say the 2020 interior seams to scuff easily.
@Danielle Little yup newer cars their interiors all seem to scuff easily. On my grandparents 2020 Hyundai Kona electric I was vacuuming the rear seat bench & the crevice tool left a big scuff on the edge of the fabric. I didn’t even push down at all on the crevice tool. They sure don’t make car seats like they used to. I miss the olden days where a drivers seat would last 500,000+ kilometres without any rips. That is not the case anymore.
mine clatters like an old sewing machine... or a diesel. I've not been able to track it down and just blame it on valve train noise. reminds me of solid lifters from older cars...
Great video and Thanks for this hints! The two (2) new replacement idlers, how would we (DIYers) know to also purchase (2) the back washers being they are separately packaged from the idlers?
Hi! If you are buying it from a dealership it is an updated bundle which will tell the parts person that the washers are mandatory with the new updated part. Unless the parts person doesn’t know how to do their job they will give you the washers with
Hi AMD. Today I went to the Toyota dealership to get my annual engine air filter. I noticed the filter element was almost half as thin, but same part number. I did notice more ripples or folds in the new filter, what is your take on this change? Thanks!
I noticed the same thing. In fact the parts guy warned me about it but said it would fit just fine, which it did. However, I'm thinking next time I will go with WIX.
Hi AMD great video like always I got a 2010 prius that doesn't change from trip B to trip A. I already changed the spring clock still on stock on trip B is there a fuse or relay the I need to check thanks allot
My '09 tacoma had over 250,000 miles on it and still runs like a brand new truck from the dealership. Only thing that I had to replace on it was the timing belt, the belt tensioner pulley and a new starter that finally went out. Went to the dealer to get the exact starter part and took me about 10 to 15 minute to replace the starter. Very easy to work on, which is why I will be buying another tacoma in the future.
Buy the current generation one before they replace it with a newer generation. It’s still a bit old school like your Tacoma, but enough modern goodies that makes it an excellent buy in 2021. i’ve never heard of anyone complaining about the current Tacoma.
I hope you play that joke on the newbies..."turn off those ratchets to save the battery!" Many years ago, we played all kinds of jokes on the newbies in the Air Force. We worked on very old radio's that had the tubes in them. We'd send the new guys around the squadron to find a new Fallopian tube for the radio...hilarious! People would say they were out and send them to another section.
Hello AMD, i want to know if a Toyota Corolla Hybrid SEG, made in Brazil and gets imported to Colombia is similar in quality comparing to the Toyota Hybrid Le Japan version...do you think there are lots of difference between the two? I have noticed that, for example, the gas release door is manual on the Brazilian model, also the parking break is also a manual knob, instead of electronic parking break on the Japanese version...But there are Main differences on the SEG model, it comes with all LED rear tail lights, including reverse, fog light and turning signals...In the front, it also comes with led fog lights hi beam and low beam, as well as the turning signals, glass sunroof, 17 inch alloy wheels with 16 inch spare tyre, electric driver side seat, leather interior, dual zone electronic climate control, rear camera, leather steering wheel and the list goes on....even though the SEG version that comes here to Colombia, are their mayor differences from the Japan version ?
Hi AMD love your videos and have a few questions. Im a new 2017 Corrola Car Owner and love the car. 1) when I set the speed say at 50 mph and the car goes down a slope and speedometer raises to 55 mph i hear roaring sound from under the hood. Can you explain what the noise is. 2) the Corrola has 16" rims and wheels. On a vehicle I recently took off the road has 15" snow tires that I can get rims to fit the Corrola , can I safely put [2] 15" Snow tires on the front and leave the 16"rims and tires on the rear for the winter. Will I cause any damage to the Car or throw orr the Radar/Camera systems and accuracy. Being a new owner if any other thoughts you may have that may be helpful. The camery has 55+ thousand Miles. I don't know if I have and Dealer buyer Protection oddly enough I went to the Subaru dealer whom acquired the vehicle and it was sold to me. Sounds strange although I needed a car a quick through someone I kinda new and trusted. With all the Storms just recently, flooded cars ect, I wanted a vehicle that was properly checked before resale with no chance of paperwork juggling. I truely love this car and Hope you can help with my questions. Mrgadget15@gmail.com Thanks and Happy New Years to you and your Family.
Hi! That noise is the transmission setting a lower ratio to help slowdown the car. On the tires you can put 15 inch wheels but all 4 wheels don’t put different sizes
Hello. I thought I would ask you as I have enjoyed your honest and knowledgeable info on Toyota Vehicles. My wife has ordered a 2022 Rav4 Hybrid Limited. I don't think we will see it for another month or two ( in Canada) but I have heard of a "noise' similar to a squealing. It's not the one that is mandated for when backing up and I believe they ( all hybrids and electrics actually) have a mandated noise up to 20 km/hr ( 12-15 mph???) in drive but this noise occurs either while applying the brakes at low speeds but also while driving. Have you had any experience with this "issue" and ifso goes Toyota have a "fix" or can you offer some advice on a "cure". Thanks
Hi! Would need to hear the noise. Hybrids make a noise when you’re coming to a stop from regenerative braking could that be the noise you’re referring to?
I love Toyotas don't get me wrong. They build good reliable vehicles. My whole family has had this cars from the 1970s on and they have always given us good service. But you gotta love it when they nickel and dime you like this nowadays. I chuckled when you showed the extra boxes, because I already knew what was coming. So they sell you the car with the idlers that run open on the back and save a quarter or so during production. Then update the part, great... but now you have to pay $10.00+ for the update that seals the bearing on the back and they make a profit out of you. The loyal customers. Just a month ago I went and got a thermostat for my car. I wanted OEM. So the dealer sells me the part, but now I have to buy the rubber seal that goes in the housing. Every aftermarket from known prime brands to cheap china junk includes this seal. Same for the water pump. Same for the axles. Same for the valve cover. And on and on and on. Oh, and don't even get me started on oil/tranny pan crush washers scam either...what a joke! That's the one thing I'm disappointed on Toyota. Rant over! Great video... awesome tips and very well explained. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Good bless you!
I hear you. The example you gave and the example in this video is a small one. Sometimes you buy a very high dollar part and it doesn’t come with a gasket or plug or something of that nature. Toyota does have a habit of doing this often unfortunately.
My 2020 camry xle (México) has a label on the engine that states it should use 5w 30 oil, but in your videos you say the 2.5 L engine must always use 0w 16, is there a difference? Should I ask for 0W 16 on the next service? Thank you!
We sold our Charger today and we are still fixing and upgrading the Land Cruiser but now I need to replace an axle on our 1215 Rav4. One of the CV boots let go and it's slinging grease. Should I only buy a Toyota OEM axle or can I use an aftermarket one, it only has 60,000 miles on it and looks and runs like new. Thanks for everything you've do for us.
Maybe it's just me, but when I know that anything needs to be tightened anywhere on the engine or chassis, ALWAYS know the torque spec and use a properly calibrated torque wrench. I guess there are exceptions to this, but overtightening screws and bolts drives me crazy.
Hi! This is heavily debated and the truth is when you’ve done the same job hundreds of times and never had an issue. You tend to continue the pattern. Specific things must be torqued like engine internal parts or when you’re doing a job for the first time.
@@TheCarCareNut I tend to agree. Knowing when a bolt, nut or screw is 'too tight' does take experience. Great video and I always learn something new. Thanks for the response Mr. CCN.
Hello, I Replaced the body ecu in 2018 4runner. The transmission started not shifting well so I reset the ecu memory and took the car for a test drive, the car shifts much better now. I was wondering what is the proper way to take the car for the test drive? Is there a protocol?
A car that does not give any problems should be kept! I still have my 1992 Corolla with 112k Km, i am the second owner. No problems. only a bit of rust on some panels!
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The loneliest guy after the Maytag repairman is the Toyota mechanic..lmfao..GOD bless you and your family..great content!
That thing ia well cared for and clean. 300k should not be a problem, with regular maintenance of course. As a ASE cert. master tech , ill share a tip that goes well with this. Take a clean 1 gallon plastic jug, cut about 3-4 inches off bottom of jug. Slide cap end over screwdriver - dowel . It acts like a loud speaker and amplifies the sound big time. Thanks for the videos bud. Stay well
If he has a mechanic like you, I would tell him to keep it and drive it till 300K and beyond,
Unfortunately most of us don't have an honest mechanic, especially don't have or know one whom know what he is doing.
Thanks for the video
Tell ur buddy, go to 300,000 miles! Looks like he took excellent car of it! (Especially w/ car prices/chip probs). U crack me up "I'm under the car, no, engine isnt talkn to u". Hey AMD, sometimes ur car DOES talk to u (tells u ur neglecting it).😉 I have always wondered who 1st thought of the screwdriver stethescope?🤔 Great video as usual! 👋
My Yaris (4A hybrid) is talking to me.
It's sweet talk though. Her voice is a bit coarse, but that's the nature of a 3 cyl. :)
good trick with the screwdriver...an old timer showed it to me 30 years ago using a wooden dowel.
@Konstantin Trehagyrevopoulos not everyone has a big ass screwdriver laying around
Great video
Been using long screwdriver for over 40 yrs
Then remove belt and rotate for rough bearing
If that was my truck, I would say go ahead and change the water pump as well. The play in the bearing is a concern.
Thanks, would never have thought to remove the belt to help isolate the noise. This is a great tip and your channel is terrific.
Update on my dad 2014 rav4 with 130K miles all the seals were replace 5 quarts of transmission fluid was replaced and the transmission is shifting like a dream
The truck's engine looks well cared for and it is sparkling clean! I think it should be able to go 300K!
I am not a DYI type of person, but I have still learned a great deal as always. Thanks again AMD!
Keep going to 300k! My brother in law has one with 380k and still going strong.
Great video...John here from "the old school." Many other items can work to listen for mechanical noises if one does not have a real long screwdriver. I've used a piece of sawed off broom handle, a small piece of metal pipe, a small piece of 1/2 in. - 3/8 in piece of rubber tubbing, and even a short piece of everyday garden hose. Of course...I would hold one end up to my ear...always careful of the running engine, fan, and belts.
Send it! Go for it! 300K++++
AMD, I want to know how many people paused the video for a doughnut break at 5:49 and how many would have paused it if they had had a doughnut handy. BTW I hope the owner takes that smooth running 4.0 V6 to 300,000 miles . Next time, PLEASE rustproof your Toyota!!
Well since my aux belt was not supposed to be glazed, I got the spare tire out and poured sugar syrup all over it and let it dry. I don't see what all the interest in glazed donuts is about. Hmmph.
Speaking of noise. Have 2021 Highlander limited. Letting off on the accelerator pedal abruptly. The pedal mechanism or sensor makes a clunk like plastic on plastic slapping together. Probably the way it is designed but still odd. I have never owned a Toyota so this is all new. Like when you step down for passing and the engine seems to rev more than it needs to. Which found out on this channel that is normal. Learning a lot from this channel.
Why not try the padel when the engine is off. It coulde be the floor mat under the padel squished.
@@metzmatu8409 It does the same thing. The floor mats are the factory rubber with the anchor points. Just bought it this last july.
Just keep going
Make sure you know how the belt goes back on (DIY). If you wear hearing aid with the speaker in the back, it maybe harder to localize noises.
Very professional explanation, I enjoy watching your video and learn a great deal of service Toyota.
Looking forward to the Toyota newer 2 gr-fks V6 engine coolant replacement video
This man is PURE GOLD 😎❤️😎❤️😎❤️😎
AMD, why stop at 300,000, keep going, it’s a Toyota. Another DIY tip take a picture of how the the belt is routed or draw it out. The stickers seem to always be missing.
AMD, another great instructional video. Sometimes the diagnosis can be as simple as isolation (your example), migrating a suspect part with another part (coil packs are a good example) and see if the problem moves or testing a suspect part with a known working part. Keep up the great work.
I have 260k miles on my TRD 2nd Gen and running like new. 260k new trans, AC comp. My chassis is original and in good shape. Keep it its paid for. Check out my vids on GM n Nissan mid size trucks.
Take an old one gallon type washer fluid jug. Cut the bottom off and stick the handle of the screwdriver through the end you would pour the fluid out of. You might have to modify it for the handle to fit. Now when you touch the screwdriver to the bolt on the pulley (engine running) it will be like a megaphone.
300k seems doable. If it ain’t broke, don’t get a new one!
Congrats on the 10 Million views on your videos! If you get an award let us see it!!!! AMD is a rock star, y'all!!!
Thank you my brother!
A great video, like usual. I love your work. Going to 300K? Not sure where you are in relation to snow belt. Also, how many miles per year. I’m retired and used to drive 25 -30K per year: now 5K or less. My bought new 2003 Sequoia is at 144K. I want it to last until 300K. It will outlive me. I do agree with other poster, change the water pump and the tensioner pulley.
Hi! We’re in the Chicago area
High mileage cars are much more reliable than cars that sit..drive it to 500,000 miles
Why buy a car that sit?
Cars are made to be driven
I know. I wouldmuch rather buy a 4 yo. car with 90k on it than one with only 5k on it.
Low milage is usually a sign that it has only driven short trips where the engine rarely gets to operational temperature.
I bought a '00 Nissan Almera (N15) back in '06 with about 90k (142k km) on it, and I never had any issues with the engine for the 5 years I had it.
@@metzmatu8409 truck driver..rarely home..just drove my 2013 Camry 4000 miles on vacation..toyota is the best!
Great information 🙏🙏🙏 Thank you .
Thank you, AMD, for this excellent video. Can you do a video on how dealerships charge for "book time" vs. actual time mechanics spend repairing a vehicle? I heard there can be a large discrepancy. Thank you!
Hi! Yes this subject is coming up
Looking to how clean the engine is I believe it can go easily beyond 300k, mine has 330k and still running like a charm.
Keep going....prices are up
already pass the 300k miles on this toyota corolla/geo prizm I just bought, man I don't know how long I driven since the speedometer broke probably 1k miles, the car drive like a dream.
Go for 300k. Especially with the crazy car market these days. Hopefully Chicago won't eat your frame faster than the miles accumulate. Good luck!
Hello, Professor , I like to know where to buy 2013 Lexus RX 350 service manual.
Hi! Techinfo.Toyota.com it’s an online manual
Good video
I have some noises 😒at my 2003 Toyota Corolla. I wish I can bring the car to you ❤to diagnosed. I'm in CA.
Parts doesn't exist can't go bad. Good to have hybrid. Thank you AMD. 😊
Haha that’s a good one! 😂
With the car care nut as his mechanic....no problem going for 300k.
Keep going to 300k.
Hello, first off love the channel! second.. I just recently purchased a 2011 sr5 4runner and every now and then while driving the green 4 wheel drive logo starts flashing and 4 low, also the abs and brake light stay on, all at once.. but only the 4 wheel and 4 low flash. It comes and goes, I was told it could be one of the rear speed sensors? Guy who sold it to me said it was the driver rear sensor. Hoping it is something simple, the truck drives perfectly normal and the 4wd kicks on when I switch to 4 high.. thanks in advance!
Hi! When the lights come on you’ll need to scan it for codes and see what’s going on.
@@TheCarCareNut driver rear speed sensor short or broken ground I believe it said.
I would start with the sensor and wire. You can take the sensor out and ohm it out
this video reminds me to wash my engine.
Man, these Toyota truck engines are so much quieter without the belt-driven fan engaged!
FYI be extremely careful while sneaking a screwdriver down into the engine compartment last thing you want is for it to catch that screwdriver on the belt or spinning pulley and have it fling it somewhere or hurt yourself
Keep the 4Runner until 500,000 miles. I just did the water pump on a 2005 Toyota Avalon and replaced the idlers and the tensioner pulley only. I leave all my Snap-on ratchets in the "OFF" position after use or at the end of the day because easy to overtighten a nut or bolt when trying to remove it and shearing or stripping the thread.
Hi Amd,
Could you make a video of how to maintain your Toyota's AC system? How to recharge the AC system?
Great vid!
One warning about the long screwdriver to the ear trick. Be VERY VERY careful to keep the screwdriver AWAY from moving parts. I think it is obvious what bad things can happen if the screwdriver gets hit by a fan blade or other moving part.
Hi AMD! 2013 4runner SR5 has squishy brake pedal noise (braking itself is fine). Is this common on 4Runners and any way to reduce the noise?
Hi! The brake pedal can get noisy usually from the mechanism itself needs lubrication. And the squishy pedal could be locked up calipers or a bad wheel bearing
This is probably one of my favorite videos. I just love all the information you give as you're working on an actual truck or car.
Like that, you are not saying to buy a bunch of tools in order to do the work.
Boy, that 4runner in good condition. Got one New in JAN 2005 and it is still on the road. That is saying a lot. Some relative is driving it.
A good training video, Thanks.
ps. I would do the water pump, too.
My 2003 4.7L 4Runner developed a front-end noise which I couldn't find. I suspected the water pump but decided to risk taking a trip and then replace it when I got back. That was a mistake! It indeed was the water pump (BTW, I had previously replaced it with a non-Toyota part, so bad on me). The serpentine belt troubleshooting technique wasn't an option for me because the water pump is driven by the timing belt.
Regarding the decision to go 300K miles, my question is, "What stop there"?
Absolutely go to 300k, that engine looks so clean and sounds great. But if the ashtray is full, well, maybe that becomes a tough decision ... ;-)
Hi Brother! A question about warranty. There is a general opinion that a CPO car warranty is much better than a new car warranty. Is this true? I would love your thoughts on that and the reason behind this belief. Thank you! Can't wait for your live streaming!
Hi my brother! It does have some true to it on the powertrain warranty side. The certified has 7 years the new is 5
pretty good condition for a car with 200k miles on it. 300k looks promising
Wow, that engine does NOT look or sound like it has 200k on it...keep it!! More of these DIY videos please for us grease monkeys!! (No torque specs on those pullies?)
Yeah, I agree. Not mentioning the spec and using a torque wrench(with the audible tone when at spec) was a conspicuous omission.
Keep it going!
That 4Runner is super clean! It will easily go 300k.
I would have liked to hear you spin the new ones as a comparison to the old ones.
Can explain why the 2nd gens kick when you come to a stop?
Hi! The drivetrain flexes up as you’re braking. When you let go or the transmission downshifts you’ll feel the kick as it goes back to its normal spot
30 years of experience in 19 minutes
Well done! There is another case of noise being the answer, but being a Toyota mechanic you may not see it much. Exhaust leaks from one branch of the exhaust manifold can imitate a rod knock. Nissan had a lot of problems with broken exhaust manifold studs in the 1990s. The tap-tap-tap sure sounds like a rod knock, but listening to the engine block reveals that it can't be heard on the engine, only in the air.
That truck sounds so much better fixed!
The engine in my Yaris sounds a bit rough, and it sounds like it's only firing on 3 cylinders.
Oh wait, it's a 3 cylinder engine... ;)
I think Toyota's European supply of 1 Litre 3 cylinder engines are made in Deeside, North Wales. Please forward all your questions to them ;-)
@@rightlanehog3151 Maybe, but mine is a 1,5 hybrid. I think the last non-3 cylinder used in the Yaris was the I4 1,33 that was in my old XP130 (3B). I dont remedier if the 1,5 in the 3C was 3 or 4 cylinder...
Go for 300k miles! Heck go for 400k miles!
Keep going!! Have a 2003 with 280K and a 2020. We store the 2020 and plan to drive the '03 until the body gives out. Engine is great, just not so pretty. Clear coat is peeling and the once red is now sun faded but she still starts and has gotten all her oil changes. I will say the 2020 interior seams to scuff easily.
@Danielle Little yup newer cars their interiors all seem to scuff easily. On my grandparents 2020 Hyundai Kona electric I was vacuuming the rear seat bench & the crevice tool left a big scuff on the edge of the fabric. I didn’t even push down at all on the crevice tool. They sure don’t make car seats like they used to. I miss the olden days where a drivers seat would last 500,000+ kilometres without any rips. That is not the case anymore.
Good solid advice 👍 I’ve been leaving my ratchets on all of these years 😄
Drive it ‘till the wheels fall off. 😀
Keep going!
Hey AMD! Another great video! Is the 2gr-fks an interference engine? can't find anything online
Hi! It is interference
Hey AMD I have a 2021 rav4 can you recommend a oil filter removal tool for the car please and thank you 🙏🏽 for help…
Hi! Use a filter tool meant for the canister style. They fit and work well.
Keep on going, I think it will reach 300k easy, it a Toyota after all👌
mine clatters like an old sewing machine... or a diesel. I've not been able to track it down and just blame it on valve train noise. reminds me of solid lifters from older cars...
Please next time can you place your camera where you are working so we all see what you are doing on the vehicles thank you !!!!
Great video and Thanks for this hints!
The two (2) new replacement idlers, how would we (DIYers) know to also purchase (2) the back washers being they are separately packaged from the idlers?
Hi! If you are buying it from a dealership it is an updated bundle which will tell the parts person that the washers are mandatory with the new updated part. Unless the parts person doesn’t know how to do their job they will give you the washers with
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I would absolutely go for 300k, after 2 coats of rust converter on the frame
Hi AMD. Today I went to the Toyota dealership to get my annual engine air filter. I noticed the filter element was almost half as thin, but same part number. I did notice more ripples or folds in the new filter, what is your take on this change? Thanks!
Hi! Yes that’s a change that happened recently. We don’t have an official answer yet but cost vs. effect possibly has a factor in it
I noticed the same thing. In fact the parts guy warned me about it but said it would fit just fine, which it did. However, I'm thinking next time I will go with WIX.
Thanks for sharing this video.
And the belt tensioner pulley?
Sorry, you answered...
Great tutorial, Question if you don't mind, 2008 Sienna has 2 or 3 pulleys, and what size socket to remove them with?
Hi! It should have 3 idlers and one pulley for the tensioner. They’re all 14mm
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Hi AMD great video like always I got a 2010 prius that doesn't change from trip B to trip A. I already changed the spring clock still on stock on trip B is there a fuse or relay the I need to check thanks allot
Hi! There’s no fuse or relay. Do the other functions of the steering wheel work?
Whether his should replace it or not just depends how much trouble he has with it in that time.
They could last for long ,but it doesn't worth the worries it may jammed on highway or while traveling
My '09 tacoma had over 250,000 miles on it and still runs like a brand new truck from the dealership. Only thing that I had to replace on it was the timing belt, the belt tensioner pulley and a new starter that finally went out. Went to the dealer to get the exact starter part and took me about 10 to 15 minute to replace the starter. Very easy to work on, which is why I will be buying another tacoma in the future.
Buy the current generation one before they replace it with a newer generation. It’s still a bit old school like your Tacoma, but enough modern goodies that makes it an excellent buy in 2021. i’ve never heard of anyone complaining about the current Tacoma.
I hope you play that joke on the newbies..."turn off those ratchets to save the battery!" Many years ago, we played all kinds of jokes on the newbies in the Air Force. We worked on very old radio's that had the tubes in them. We'd send the new guys around the squadron to find a new Fallopian tube for the radio...hilarious! People would say they were out and send them to another section.
Always fun! Another one is the apprentices first engine job first start tap on the rack
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Hello AMD, i want to know if a Toyota Corolla Hybrid SEG, made in Brazil and gets imported to Colombia is similar in quality comparing to the Toyota Hybrid Le Japan version...do you think there are lots of difference between the two? I have noticed that, for example, the gas release door is manual on the Brazilian model, also the parking break is also a manual knob, instead of electronic parking break on the Japanese version...But there are Main differences on the SEG model, it comes with all LED rear tail lights, including reverse, fog light and turning signals...In the front, it also comes with led fog lights hi beam and low beam, as well as the turning signals, glass sunroof, 17 inch alloy wheels with 16 inch spare tyre, electric driver side seat, leather interior, dual zone electronic climate control, rear camera, leather steering wheel and the list goes on....even though the SEG version that comes here to Colombia, are their mayor differences from the Japan version ?
Hi! I am working on a video that’ll give you exact details on what’s different
You always upload very informative and helpful videos. Thanks.
Hi AMD love your videos and have a few questions. Im a new 2017 Corrola Car Owner and love the car.
1) when I set the speed say at 50 mph and the car goes down a slope and speedometer raises to 55 mph i hear roaring sound from under the hood. Can you explain what the noise is.
2) the Corrola has 16" rims and wheels. On a vehicle I recently took off the road has 15" snow tires that I can get rims to fit the Corrola , can I safely put [2] 15" Snow tires on the front and leave the 16"rims and tires on the rear for the winter. Will I cause any damage to the Car or throw orr the Radar/Camera systems and accuracy.
Being a new owner if any other thoughts you may have that may be helpful. The camery has 55+ thousand Miles. I don't know if I have and Dealer buyer Protection oddly enough I went to the Subaru dealer whom acquired the vehicle and it was sold to me. Sounds strange although I needed a car a quick through someone I kinda new and trusted. With all the Storms just recently, flooded cars ect, I wanted a vehicle that was properly checked before resale with no chance of paperwork juggling.
I truely love this car and Hope you can help with my questions.
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Hi! That noise is the transmission setting a lower ratio to help slowdown the car. On the tires you can put 15 inch wheels but all 4 wheels don’t put different sizes
Hello. I thought I would ask you as I have enjoyed your honest and knowledgeable info on Toyota Vehicles. My wife has ordered a 2022 Rav4 Hybrid Limited. I don't think we will see it for another month or two ( in Canada) but I have heard of a "noise' similar to a squealing. It's not the one that is mandated for when backing up and I believe they ( all hybrids and electrics actually) have a mandated noise up to 20 km/hr ( 12-15 mph???) in drive but this noise occurs either while applying the brakes at low speeds but also while driving. Have you had any experience with this "issue" and ifso goes Toyota have a "fix" or can you offer some advice on a "cure". Thanks
Hi! Would need to hear the noise. Hybrids make a noise when you’re coming to a stop from regenerative braking could that be the noise you’re referring to?
Thank you for all your help and time and hard work wish you the best
knowledge + experience = a very good job.
I love Toyotas don't get me wrong. They build good reliable vehicles. My whole family has had this cars from the 1970s on and they have always given us good service. But you gotta love it when they nickel and dime you like this nowadays.
I chuckled when you showed the extra boxes, because I already knew what was coming. So they sell you the car with the idlers that run open on the back and save a quarter or so during production. Then update the part, great... but now you have to pay $10.00+ for the update that seals the bearing on the back and they make a profit out of you. The loyal customers. Just a month ago I went and got a thermostat for my car. I wanted OEM. So the dealer sells me the part, but now I have to buy the rubber seal that goes in the housing. Every aftermarket from known prime brands to cheap china junk includes this seal. Same for the water pump. Same for the axles. Same for the valve cover. And on and on and on. Oh, and don't even get me started on oil/tranny pan crush washers scam either...what a joke! That's the one thing I'm disappointed on Toyota. Rant over!
Great video... awesome tips and very well explained. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Good bless you!
I hear you. The example you gave and the example in this video is a small one. Sometimes you buy a very high dollar part and it doesn’t come with a gasket or plug or something of that nature. Toyota does have a habit of doing this often unfortunately.
My 2020 camry xle (México) has a label on the engine that states it should use 5w 30 oil, but in your videos you say the 2.5 L engine must always use 0w 16, is there a difference? Should I ask for 0W 16 on the next service? Thank you!
Hi! There is a difference. Use the oil recommended in your owners manual
We sold our Charger today and we are still fixing and upgrading the Land Cruiser but now I need to replace an axle on our 1215 Rav4. One of the CV boots let go and it's slinging grease. Should I only buy a Toyota OEM axle or can I use an aftermarket one, it only has 60,000 miles on it and looks and runs like new. Thanks for everything you've do for us.
Hi! If the axle is not damaged I would just replace the boots and call it a day
AMD, nice mechanic joke ! Always turn your ratchet off, still laughing.
Its a TOYOTA, keeps it!
How about a three cylinder pushrod engine with gear operated valves, port injection, 1.9L, 6-speed torque converting automatic transmission by Toyota?
How long can I drive my Prius burning 1qt every 1,000 miles? So far gone 50k miles with the problem and hasn’t gotten worse.
Hi! You can drive it for a good while as long as you keep the oil topped off. Eventually the catalytic converter might go
Maybe it's just me, but when I know that anything needs to be tightened anywhere on the engine or chassis, ALWAYS know the torque spec and use a properly calibrated torque wrench. I guess there are exceptions to this, but overtightening screws and bolts drives me crazy.
Hi! This is heavily debated and the truth is when you’ve done the same job hundreds of times and never had an issue. You tend to continue the pattern. Specific things must be torqued like engine internal parts or when you’re doing a job for the first time.
@@TheCarCareNut I tend to agree. Knowing when a bolt, nut or screw is 'too tight' does take experience. Great video and I always learn something new. Thanks for the response Mr. CCN.
Great tips, thanks!
Hello, I Replaced the body ecu in 2018 4runner. The transmission started not shifting well so I reset the ecu memory and took the car for a test drive, the car shifts much better now. I was wondering what is the proper way to take the car for the test drive? Is there a protocol?
Hi! Up to 20 minutes at around 35 mph of cruising
A car that does not give any problems should be kept!
I still have my 1992 Corolla with 112k Km, i am the second owner. No problems. only a bit of rust on some panels!