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This was exactly what I was looking for. Your video has clear narration, effective visuals and easy to follow directions. I really appreciate you making video, just saved me a trip to the mechanic.
I came looking for info on replacing the valve covers on my 05 Maxima but still chose to watch this. This was by far one of the best and most informative videos ever. Easy and clear instructions. Thanks for making it.
Wish you lived in Georgia or could make a video on doing valve covers for the 05 Maxima! It's going to be harder because there are 2...the rear is hard to get to
Yea, working on 6-cylinder engines is a lot more challenging... When I was doing mine, I also coldn't find much info in how it's done. What really helped me was official Nissan repairs manual. It's good to have it if you like repairing most of the problems by yourself.
Something like this: "www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dp051-20&keywords=2005 Maxima repairs manual&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=3f02a990214c22e8c65127c092dd577c"
My 2003 Altima was facing the same issue - oil leaking into the first cylinder (just like the video!), causing it to misfire. The clear instructions from this video allowed me to replace the valve cover gasket with no fuss or muss. And I am not a "car guy" who does this type of thing much. I really appreciate Temachok for putting this video together - much appreciated!!!!
This video was very informative and extremely well made. I have a Nissan Altima 2002 with the same issue. You made this repair look very simple. Thank you for taking the time to create a superior video with which to follow along.
Perfect video for my car. Mine is a 2005, but has this exact issue. I will have to gather all the parts, including replacement spark plugs. This was really neglected when I bought it. It was running great until last week when this miss-firing issue started. I was assuming that the spark plugs just needed changing, but when I took one of the coils off and seen the oil in the well, then I knew I had a much bigger issue. Thank you for making this video. I seen your other video on how to clean out the oil from the wells and this one popped up after it was finished.
AWESOME, thorough tutorial. I just had my valve cover replacement which cost me a whopping 350.00 from a mechanic and was just curious how detailed it was and if it was worth that kind of money....Should have seen this video, might have tried it myself.
Oh, how I wish it was this simple with my car, haha! I just watched this for the heck of it but I have an 04 Saturn L300...a car that the manufacturer's decided to tuck half the spark plugs kind of deep (gotta remove gas lines and other things). *sigh* So, I'm watching a little bit of everyone's videos to help me out since few videos feature my car :) Thank you for this!
Thank you so much. Have an 02 altima and noticed oil around the valve cover (outside of engine). Had a flashing SES light while driving causing major missfires. Removed the ignition coils and two sparkplug was filled with oiled. The gasket seal and spark plug tube seals are both bad. Now i know its a job i can do myself.
+justin williams the spark plug tube seals are embedded into the valve cover and can't purchase them separately. If you have bad tube seals you need to get a new valve cover.
Thanks Victor for taking the time and putting this video together, very well done! I am planning to replace the gasket on my Altima 2000, took it to a Nissan repair place about 5 months ago, and the thing is leaking again, so much for their piece of sh*t service!
Thank you so much. I just got a misfire error and went to change the spark plug and discovered my entire well filed with oil. Looks like I'm the weekend mechanic now
Dude... AWESOME. This is how DIY car repair videos should be. I'm sure I can do this job on my Nissan 200sx having watched this. And your English is great, too!
+lalo Miranda Check overflow coolant tank. Mine started simply falling apart from age. Platic pieces were falling off right inside the tank. I had to completely replace it.
Yes. It is possible to replace the well seals on the valve cover. The auto parts store sells the kits. You gave to use a hole saw 1 3/4 to remove the old ones. I have done that. You make a wood jig with the hole then you center it to the seal. Very easy. The new seals are $8 bucks a kit.
You forgot to mention there is a sequence to follow when you loosen the valve cover screws the first time. This is otherwise an excellent video. Great work!
I actually was gonna say that, but then I noticed they don't say anything about it in the repair manual. It's not essential since we are replacing both valve cover and the gasket, cuz you don't have to worry about damaging them.
I like it because very little cut & editing on the video. Next time don't buy Nissan & Infiniti because they will not sell you just the gaskets & tube seals (spark plug gasket). You have to buy the Value Covers and then two gaskets with can run over $900 in parts. Again, nice video that you also showed us the torque specs while many do not.
+Temachok Working on an Infiniti G45 and Nissan 350Z are no fun. Valve cover on these are over $400.00+/each, you have to buy many gaskets. Aston Martin, Ferrari and Porsche are nightmares.
+Temachok The Altima valve covers are little bit easier to get at than those other high end craps. You may want to replace the water pump & not the timing because yours has a timing chain. Again, nicely done & showing us & taking your time out for us.
Nice job and great editing!, mine is leaking next to Thermostat housing (2001 Chevy Metro LSI - but is oil so... I replaced With kit but following stupid OEM directions per Costless employee advice, finding out hard way, it slow leaks to outside EVEN MORE! Re-doing Permatex Hi-Temp (650F) Gasket Sealant (Red). I liked the way you smeared it after applying to 2nd bottom-engine block, and I will do the same. Update: So sealant went great but wasn't the Oil Leak problem, because it's still leaking and more apparent now. It's leaking from outside the valve area down from underneath (Magnetivity/Gravity) directly from highest area...the Sensor directly ABOVE the Thermostat Housing; catching onto the bolt-on metal ledge of Thermostat area. Don't know the exact name but EXACT problem and pic can be found on the Blog covering the problem..... geometroforum.com/thermostat-housing-leak-t30186.html
It was my oil sensor O-Ring area seal basically exactly like bad seals in vid but bigger ...costless tried to match it but just couldn’t and that SEAL ONLY COMES IN $75 entire engine seal & gasket kit for rebuilds, breaking-down entire engine block, A different long time experienced employee this time said he would trust Permatex high-temp sealant over a new OEM RUBBERY SEAL NOT made for long-term anyway...I agreed, made a heavy duty fat seal squeezed into round groove, stopped leak, headed to Hollywood south driving 1,000 miles 10-days ago, and still running strong!
Well done. I appreciate you posting this. I am in the process of replacing my gasket. Its a shame that the spark plug gaskets can not be replaced seperately. Thanks again for that great tutorial..bravo.
Do not put silicone between the valve cover and the gasket. This will make the next replacement nearly impossible. Does not add any additional protection. Add only on the corners of cylinder head surfaces.
Oh man this looks so much easier than on my 350z with the longitudinal V6... got the whole thing apart and I’m afraid of pinching the gasket on something because it’s tight as fuck in that bay with all the wiring harnesses, fuel lines etc
+Temachok I'm so sorry for misunderstanding. i'm not asking you are mechanic. I'm just asked if you have any any techinque for Hyundai than show me. otherwise i hope your reply will be helpful for me. thank you.
after removing the engine cover but befor you remove the coil on plugs if you can and you have it use compressed air to clean all around to remove all dust and dirt
I'm going to do this on my daughters 2004 nissan maxima, because I can see the gasket is hanging out on one of the curved corners, on the left front side and is leaking oil. Hopefully I do the job right and not end up with my fingers stuck together lol.
A esta tapa se le pueden adaptar nuevos retenes o empaques de los tubos de las bujias . Y quedan muy Bien, únicamente tienes que cortar y rebajar con un dremel para instalar el nuevo retén, es fácil y se ahorrarán mucho dinero, yo lla lo hice y me quedó perfecto, sin problemas.
You can put some gasket maker around spark plug tubes to stop oil from leaking out. It may not work if O-shaped seals already fell off like it was in my case. In any case, replace valve cover as soon as possible.
ok, also another question came up earlier today. is there any other inner tube lower gaskets that can be part of the problem? if so, what would you recommend?
Hi, I am working on my daughters 03 altima, I did not notice oil in the well until after pulling the plug, stupid question, oil ran in to the cylinder on top of the piston, any worries? This should seep past the rings back into the engine correct. Thanks for the help
Hey thanks for the informative video. Sad that I found it after I ran into a problem. So, think I let some of the oil get inside the valve while taking out the spark plug? How much oil is okay for that to happen and is there a way to fix it after it has happened?
I’m about to do this hopefully this is why my car is vibrating and what I believe to be miss fireing gonna try to buy everything and do it this weekend if not I gotta replace the coils 🙄
great video, thanks for posting it, I am a going to try it on my 95 Altima, it looks a little different under the hood but pretty much the same set up, I noticed valve gasket started leaking oil all over my engine.
I have been searching online to find the part. So far I have found 2 places that have it, this week I am going to order it and give it a try. My engine is the 2.4 L, pretty much the same Altima engine for the 92-99 model years. I believe your engine is slightly different but the same when it comes to the gasket. Thanks for asking. I appreciate that. I will let you know how it goes when I do it.
Yours is probably doesn't require valve cover to be replaced. You'll only need to get the gasket and o-rings. On mine o-rings are imbedded in valve cover and this is $140 extra right there. For you it should be only around $20 for parts.
Thanks much for the video, I do appreciate that you also posted the torque specs. Is it possible for you to post one for 2006-2015 Nissan Frontier and also how to change the tappet seals ( valve stem seals ).
When I was doing mine, I bought repairs manual digital download. It had all instructions and torque specs. Unfortunately, I don't have a repair manual for your car, it was only for 2007 Altima. But if you do a lot of DIY repairs, you can find a repair manual for your specific car here: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=752645&u=1685674&m=49176&urllink=&afftrack=
well done video sir! I will be fixing myself thanks to your video. One question though: what did you mean at the end, after you had tightened up the bolts, about it being done in 2 steps? Thanks!
Don't tighten them all the way in right away. First tighten them all to the first spec, then finish tightening all the way. This is done to prevent overtightening on any one side when gasket gets misplaced or warped.
good video ... i have misfire cylinder #3 .. after i removed the sparks plug i notice some oil at the botton end inside spark plug tube #3 . ... what's the name of the tool you used to tide those volts back on the valve cover ?? ..
I put a new valve cover on my car and now it's oil I'm the spark plug hole and it smoke on start up what could it be and yea I put the valve cover on rite it could be a faulty valve cover???
What did you clean the contact surface of the valve gasket with? Are you supposed to clean it with something (acetone, break cleaner, etc.) before you place a new gasket, or just clean the debris of the old gasket? Thank you for the informative film.
@@DIYtime Thank you. I think they usually sell gaskets without instructions, but what I saw online, everyone cleans it with something like acetone or (mostly) break cleaner. I'll try to contact the seller though. I purchased the whole set of gasket for Engine Block, no instructions inside. It is important to know, that might be different cleaning process depending on the type of the gasket. Yes, seller should know, thank you again. We also have Nissan Sentra 2009. your film is very helpful.
One thing...for newbs...when tightening, make sure you use in-lbs, not ft-lbs. My dumbass used ft-lbs and broke 2 of the bolts off. I didnt know in-lbs existed and screwed up.
Thank you very much for the great video! It is very clear and easy to follow. One question: where can I find the manufacturer-recommended torque values for the cover bolts?
Lucky you. I had to spend extra $150... You probably have different engine modification or aftermarket valve cover. Mine were embedded into the valve cover. Are you in US or Europe?
+Joe Santiago Try to soak it up using paper towel or cloth. User screw driver or wire to get to the very bottom. You can also blow it out if your have a compressor.
+derekpaul79 Breaks and parts cleaners work wery well to remove grease: www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Break+cleaner&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3ABreak+cleaner
You can find required replacement parts & tools here:
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Black or Grey Silicone Gasket Maker: amzn.to/3iR0S7G
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This was exactly what I was looking for. Your video has clear narration, effective visuals and easy to follow directions. I really appreciate you making video, just saved me a trip to the mechanic.
I came looking for info on replacing the valve covers on my 05 Maxima but still chose to watch this. This was by far one of the best and most informative videos ever. Easy and clear instructions. Thanks for making it.
Thank you! I really appreciate grateful people!
Wish you lived in Georgia or could make a video on doing valve covers for the 05 Maxima! It's going to be harder because there are 2...the rear is hard to get to
Yea, working on 6-cylinder engines is a lot more challenging...
When I was doing mine, I also coldn't find much info in how it's done. What really helped me was official Nissan repairs manual. It's good to have it if you like repairing most of the problems by yourself.
Something like this: "www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dp051-20&keywords=2005 Maxima repairs manual&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=3f02a990214c22e8c65127c092dd577c"
Temachok do u mean that I can use the same old gasket cover, but clean it very well?
My 2003 Altima was facing the same issue - oil leaking into the first cylinder (just like the video!), causing it to misfire. The clear instructions from this video allowed me to replace the valve cover gasket with no fuss or muss. And I am not a "car guy" who does this type of thing much. I really appreciate Temachok for putting this video together - much appreciated!!!!
Thanks!
BTW, I'm not a "car guy" either!
How much did this cost you
Thanx alot for the video. Clear, concise, and direct to the point without unneeded chatting. that is how tutorials should be.
mohammad rahman, thank you! I appreciate your feedback!
DAMN!!!! This guy has the fastest fingers I have EVER seen and I am 66 yrs old!!
Its fast forward Larry
This video was very informative and extremely well made. I have a Nissan Altima 2002 with the same issue. You made this repair look very simple. Thank you for taking the time to create a superior video with which to follow along.
Krystyn Leigh Banks
Thank you! I appreciate that you also took time and left feedback.
And thanks for subscribing!!!
+Krystyn Leigh Banks thats true it is informative thanks
+Sathish thati
Thank you!
someone told me that i will need to reset the timing after doing this. is that true?
abdulrazack oketona not one bit!
Perfect video for my car. Mine is a 2005, but has this exact issue. I will have to gather all the parts, including replacement spark plugs. This was really neglected when I bought it. It was running great until last week when this miss-firing issue started. I was assuming that the spark plugs just needed changing, but when I took one of the coils off and seen the oil in the well, then I knew I had a much bigger issue. Thank you for making this video. I seen your other video on how to clean out the oil from the wells and this one popped up after it was finished.
AWESOME, thorough tutorial. I just had my valve cover replacement which cost me a whopping 350.00 from a mechanic and was just curious how detailed it was and if it was worth that kind of money....Should have seen this video, might have tried it myself.
May be I should change my career... Good money for 1-hour job...
thank you so much very thorough explanation answered a lot of my questions that other videos did not!
Thank you, this video was very helpful, trying to help my son fix his car. With minimal cost.
Awesome!
This is what I wanted he had video explained and told what ratchet u need more of this guy
Thanks!
Oh, how I wish it was this simple with my car, haha! I just watched this for the heck of it but I have an 04 Saturn L300...a car that the manufacturer's decided to tuck half the spark plugs kind of deep (gotta remove gas lines and other things). *sigh* So, I'm watching a little bit of everyone's videos to help me out since few videos feature my car :) Thank you for this!
Thank you so much. Have an 02 altima and noticed oil around the valve cover (outside of engine). Had a flashing SES light while driving causing major missfires. Removed the ignition coils and two sparkplug was filled with oiled. The gasket seal and spark plug tube seals are both bad. Now i know its a job i can do myself.
where did u get spark plug tube seal
+justin williams the spark plug tube seals are embedded into the valve cover and can't purchase them separately. If you have bad tube seals you need to get a new valve cover.
Thanks that suck
Thanks Victor for taking the time and putting this video together, very well done! I am planning to replace the gasket on my Altima 2000, took it to a Nissan repair place about 5 months ago, and the thing is leaking again, so much for their piece of sh*t service!
Great video. I had oil all over one of my spark plugs. I need need to do this. May get the new valve cover painted for bling
Thank you so much. I just got a misfire error and went to change the spark plug and discovered my entire well filed with oil. Looks like I'm the weekend mechanic now
+Donald Hughes
Thanks!
Good luck and enjoy!
All done. Great video! I just need to find a torque wrench - any advice? Total cost < $200
You can either buy one or use "rent for free" program at your local Advance AutoParts.
Thank you
No problem!
Dude... AWESOME. This is how DIY car repair videos should be. I'm sure I can do this job on my Nissan 200sx having watched this. And your English is great, too!
Thanks, monkeyking617 Nice ride!!!
Im gonna try to do this on my car this weekend. Best video I have seen on this.
We’ll presented. You convinced me to use the silicone sealer as well.
Found out that my valve cover gasket is leaking oil into my crankshaft sensor, will be attempting this fix. Appreciate the video upload
Excellent step-by-step guide.
thank you for your time to show how its done my x trail needs the same ..cheers ..
My pleasure!
speaking of the coolant I do not see any of those symptoms thank you!!!
+lalo Miranda
Check overflow coolant tank. Mine started simply falling apart from age. Platic pieces were falling off right inside the tank. I had to completely replace it.
Better video than 1A Auto. Thanks bro
Thanks! 😁
Yes. It is possible to replace the well seals on the valve cover. The auto parts store sells the kits. You gave to use a hole saw 1 3/4 to remove the old ones. I have done that. You make a wood jig with the hole then you center it to the seal. Very easy. The new seals are $8 bucks a kit.
thanks for the vid. I learned a lot today. not saying that I will do it myself but at least I know what the mechanic is doing
You forgot to mention there is a sequence to follow when you loosen the valve cover screws the first time. This is otherwise an excellent video. Great work!
I actually was gonna say that, but then I noticed they don't say anything about it in the repair manual. It's not essential since we are replacing both valve cover and the gasket, cuz you don't have to worry about damaging them.
Thanks! I have a 2003 Hyundai Elantra but this gave me enough info to get it done.
i have to say its funny watching your fingers move fast lol but it is very informative.
I like it because very little cut & editing on the video.
Next time don't buy Nissan & Infiniti because they will not sell you just the gaskets & tube seals (spark plug gasket).
You have to buy the Value Covers and then two gaskets with can run over $900 in parts.
Again, nice video that you also showed us the torque specs while many do not.
+angelisone
Thanks, and yes, buy Toyota or Lexus instead....
+Temachok Working on an Infiniti G45 and Nissan 350Z are no fun.
Valve cover on these are over $400.00+/each, you have to buy many gaskets.
Aston Martin, Ferrari and Porsche are nightmares.
+angelisone
:) Definately not fun!
+Temachok The Altima valve covers are little bit easier to get at than those other high end craps.
You may want to replace the water pump & not the timing because yours has a timing chain.
Again, nicely done & showing us & taking your time out for us.
+Juan Lara
He probably ment how much it cost at Nissan/Infinity dealer including parts and labour.
That's the best way to seal the value cover 👌
GREAT VIDEO. Saved me time & money. Thank you for taking the time to do this!
My pleasure!
Great Video! Perfect pace and perfect instruction. You rock. Thank you....probably saved me hours of work.
Awesome video, Very detailed and informative. I have a 2005 Nissan Altima with the same problem.
Thanks!
Nice job and great editing!, mine is leaking next to Thermostat housing (2001 Chevy Metro LSI - but is oil so...
I replaced With kit but following stupid OEM directions per Costless employee advice, finding out hard way, it slow leaks to outside EVEN MORE!
Re-doing Permatex Hi-Temp (650F) Gasket Sealant (Red).
I liked the way you smeared it after applying to 2nd bottom-engine block, and I will do the same.
Update: So sealant went great but wasn't the Oil Leak problem, because it's still leaking and more apparent now. It's leaking from outside the valve area down from underneath (Magnetivity/Gravity) directly from highest area...the Sensor directly ABOVE the Thermostat Housing; catching onto the bolt-on metal ledge of Thermostat area. Don't know the exact name but EXACT problem and pic can be found on the Blog covering the problem..... geometroforum.com/thermostat-housing-leak-t30186.html
Thanks!
It was my oil sensor O-Ring area seal basically exactly like bad seals in vid but bigger ...costless tried to match it but just couldn’t and that SEAL ONLY COMES IN $75 entire engine seal & gasket kit for rebuilds, breaking-down entire engine block, A different long time experienced employee this time said he would trust Permatex high-temp sealant over a new OEM RUBBERY SEAL NOT made for long-term anyway...I agreed, made a heavy duty fat seal squeezed into round groove, stopped leak, headed to Hollywood south driving 1,000 miles 10-days ago, and still running strong!
Nice!
Well done. I appreciate you posting this. I am in the process of replacing my gasket. Its a shame that the spark plug gaskets can not be replaced seperately.
Thanks again for that great tutorial..bravo.
I agree - very disappointing.
Thanks for watching! I'm glad it helps!
Do not put silicone between the valve cover and the gasket. This will make the next replacement nearly impossible. Does not add any additional protection. Add only on the corners of cylinder head surfaces.
Thanks for taking the time to make the video, it was very helpful.
Great instructional video! I just bought an Altima and need to do that to mine.
Glad it helped! 😃
Jesus you can move your fingers quickly. Nice video man!
Thanks dude, you just saved me a bunch of money!
A clean, no nonsense video. Well done!
Thanks.
Awesome video. I think I can tackle this on my wife's car. Thank you!
+Dubya “Vbp6us” Aaych
Yes, pretty easy to do on this generatopion with 4 cylinders.
Oh man this looks so much easier than on my 350z with the longitudinal V6... got the whole thing apart and I’m afraid of pinching the gasket on something because it’s tight as fuck in that bay with all the wiring harnesses, fuel lines etc
appreciate the post/video. I watched a few on the same subject and your's was the most informative.
You are done a good job.Post a clip for oil leakage problem for hyundai accent.
+Rafe Ahmed
I don't have Hyundai and I am not mechanic.
I just share how I fixed the cars that I own or used to own.
+Rafe Ahmed
But it should be similar procedure....
+Temachok I'm so sorry for misunderstanding. i'm not asking you are mechanic. I'm just asked if you have any any techinque for Hyundai than show me. otherwise i hope your reply will be helpful for me. thank you.
+Rafe Ahmed
No, nothing for Hyundai.
+Rafe Ahmed Just search on RUclips, surely someone has it.
after removing the engine cover but befor you remove the coil on plugs if you can and you have it use compressed air to clean all around to remove all dust and dirt
this was awesome thank you soooo much. now able to do this with confidence..
I'm going to do this on my daughters 2004 nissan maxima, because I can see the gasket is hanging out on one of the curved corners, on the left front side and is leaking oil. Hopefully I do the job right and not end up with my fingers stuck together lol.
A esta tapa se le pueden adaptar nuevos retenes o empaques de los tubos de las bujias . Y quedan muy Bien, únicamente tienes que cortar y rebajar con un dremel para instalar el nuevo retén, es fácil y se ahorrarán mucho dinero, yo lla lo hice y me quedó perfecto, sin problemas.
Nice, pretty good idea! 👍🏻
The video is super helpful, but Can you explain or show how to do the temporary fix with the gasket maker on the spark plug tube?
You can put some gasket maker around spark plug tubes to stop oil from leaking out. It may not work if O-shaped seals already fell off like it was in my case. In any case, replace valve cover as soon as possible.
ok, also another question came up earlier today. is there any other inner tube lower gaskets that can be part of the problem? if so, what would you recommend?
I think this is what you looking for:
ruclips.net/video/1_op0gb6Me8/видео.html
Hi, I am working on my daughters 03 altima, I did not notice oil in the well until after pulling the plug, stupid question, oil ran in to the cylinder on top of the piston, any worries? This should seep past the rings back into the engine correct. Thanks for the help
I had this same issue. And would like to know if it would cause damage to my engine
Yep. Those plastic v covers warp easily. Many people think that gaskets are the problem
ugh, so just get the whole valve cover from the git-go?
@@ricebike worth the 90 to 100 dollars, comes with seals and guarantees no leaks. Look online. Not a part you will get from an auto parts store
Can you help please. I found oils all over the agien. But I don't know the came from. And the service light came up....and the car still.work good
Wow the Ignition coils are much easier to get to than the Zs
Excellent. I'm going to do this on my Sentra Spec V tomorrow.
Let me know if it's the same engine. I'll make a note in discription if it's the same process.
Temachok Yes, it is. The same process works on any Sentra with the 2.5L engine from 02-06.
Hey thanks for the informative video. Sad that I found it after I ran into a problem. So, think I let some of the oil get inside the valve while taking out the spark plug? How much oil is okay for that to happen and is there a way to fix it after it has happened?
Thank you for not using "Heavy Metal" sound in the background! I've seen glue (in spray form) applied to gasket, is it necessary ?
+Sid G.
:) No heavy metal...
Official Nissan repair manual doesn't say it's required.
I’m about to do this hopefully this is why my car is vibrating and what I believe to be miss fireing gonna try to buy everything and do it this weekend if not I gotta replace the coils 🙄
Already did spark plugs and had oil on plugs kinda like the video well see the outcome I drive a 2009 Nissan Maxima
great video this helped me out a lot as I was able to do it myself and save money thank you victor
***** Thanks! Tha's great!
Great video and demonstration. What a terrible design for a valve cover~ having to replace the entire assembly.
Tell me about it
Danko for nice and easy Demonstration 😊
👊🏻
I took out the spark plugs while their was some oil on some I’m sure it’s fine no it’ll burn out when I turn the car. Mine is a Altima 2006 3.5
great video, thanks for posting it, I am a going to try it on my 95 Altima, it looks a little different under the hood but pretty much the same set up, I noticed valve gasket started leaking oil all over my engine.
How did it go? Any different from how it's done on my model?
I have been searching online to find the part. So far I have found 2 places that have it, this week I am going to order it and give it a try. My engine is the 2.4 L, pretty much the same Altima engine for the 92-99 model years. I believe your engine is slightly different but the same when it comes to the gasket. Thanks for asking. I appreciate that. I will let you know how it goes when I do it.
Yours is probably doesn't require valve cover to be replaced. You'll only need to get the gasket and o-rings. On mine o-rings are imbedded in valve cover and this is $140 extra right there. For you it should be only around $20 for parts.
you are the best man
Thanks much for the video, I do appreciate that you also posted the torque specs.
Is it possible for you to post one for 2006-2015 Nissan Frontier and also how to change the tappet seals ( valve stem seals ).
When I was doing mine, I bought repairs manual digital download. It had all instructions and torque specs.
Unfortunately, I don't have a repair manual for your car, it was only for 2007 Altima.
But if you do a lot of DIY repairs, you can find a repair manual for your specific car here:
shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=752645&u=1685674&m=49176&urllink=&afftrack=
Awesome video ,,,really helpful Thanks for posting this video
Thanks!
well done video sir! I will be fixing myself thanks to your video. One question though: what did you mean at the end, after you had tightened up the bolts, about it being done in 2 steps? Thanks!
Don't tighten them all the way in right away.
First tighten them all to the first spec, then finish tightening all the way. This is done to prevent overtightening on any one side when gasket gets misplaced or warped.
good video ... i have misfire cylinder #3 .. after i removed the sparks plug i notice some oil at the botton end inside spark plug tube #3 . ... what's the name of the tool you used to tide those volts back on the valve cover ?? ..
pascaljose5010 Torque wrench.
Thanks will save me time. Very helpful
Thanks!!!
Wow, this is much easier than the 07-12 Nissan Altima. It's so stupid that you have to take an engine mount off to replace the valve cover.
Agree 100%. I have 07 Altima right now and I need to do the same thing. Way much more trouble...
I put a new valve cover on my car and now it's oil I'm the spark plug hole and it smoke on start up what could it be and yea I put the valve cover on rite it could be a faulty valve cover???
Ishma Cheeks
Where did you buy valve cover? Is it good quality?
Did you also replace the gasket?
Did you have the smoke before?
This looks fun. I’m dreading changing my bmw gasket smh.
Yeah, this was pretty enjoying and rewarding repair!
Thanks for this video!!!!!! Very clear
Thanks!
Very informative... Love how you were detailed.
Great video, I have to do this in the near future and your video is very helpful. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure! Good luck.
Thank you so much Victor
Fantastic video. Very clear.
Thank you!
What did you clean the contact surface of the valve gasket with? Are you supposed to clean it with something (acetone, break cleaner, etc.) before you place a new gasket, or just clean the debris of the old gasket? Thank you for the informative film.
Depends on gasket maker brand you using. Just follow whatever it says in installation instructions.
@@DIYtime Thank you. I think they usually sell gaskets without instructions, but what I saw online, everyone cleans it with something like acetone or (mostly) break cleaner. I'll try to contact the seller though. I purchased the whole set of gasket for Engine Block, no instructions inside. It is important to know, that might be different cleaning process depending on the type of the gasket. Yes, seller should know, thank you again. We also have Nissan Sentra 2009. your film is very helpful.
Very well presented.
One thing...for newbs...when tightening, make sure you use in-lbs, not ft-lbs. My dumbass used ft-lbs and broke 2 of the bolts off. I didnt know in-lbs existed and screwed up.
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Thank you very much for the great video! It is very clear and easy to follow.
One question: where can I find the manufacturer-recommended torque values for the cover bolts?
You can buy official Nissan repair manual on eBay for about $6 for your specific year and model.
very good video ...... good job tank u
Great video
Thnks!
Thank You for the video.
I have the same model.. I didn't need a new valve cover for the spark plugs gaskets. I replaced the valve cover gasket and spark plugs gaskets.
Lucky you. I had to spend extra $150...
You probably have different engine modification or aftermarket valve cover.
Mine were embedded into the valve cover.
Are you in US or Europe?
US, and its not after market. It has Nissan logo on top of it. The four spark plugs seal gaskets are aftermarket only.
Was yours leaking oil and water due to the spark plug tube seal gasket?
Mine were leaking oil.
If I cant remove the spark plug, how am I supposed to clean up the hole and the spark plug from all the oil ??
Use brake parts cleaner, paper towels and compressed air...
Buen Video muy clara explicacion ,....
Well done
Thanks!
Nice, really helpful
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Great information on valve cover bro man .
Thanks!
I have the exact issue with my ak12
Buen video se mira facil podrias hacer otro video de como hacerle la afinacion completa cambio se bujias y eso porfavor
I may, one day.
It works i did it 👍🏽
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I'm sorry but could u clarify how to clean the oil if it's inside the tube with the spark plug goes. thank you for your video.
+Joe Santiago
Try to soak it up using paper towel or cloth. User screw driver or wire to get to the very bottom.
You can also blow it out if your have a compressor.
I wish the 03 G35 valve cover was this easy to work on 😩
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Thanks its really good video!!!!
+jagdish bhoir
Thank you!
Wonderful!
How do u get oil out of valve cover and sparkplug when u replace them
+derekpaul79
Breaks and parts cleaners work wery well to remove grease:
www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Break+cleaner&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3ABreak+cleaner