3.4 L V6 5VZ-FE Toyota 4runner, Tacoma, Tundra Valve Cover Gasket Tutorial

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*NOTE - Please Read First* - In the parts list at the beginning of the video, we show (4) Cam Plugs, you only need (2), one at the back of each head. We also forgot to list the part number for the (6) Spark Plug Tube Seals. The part number is #11193-70010. The part number for the throttle body gasket is actually for people who have a supercharger or are planning on buying a supercharger. If you don't have a supercharger, use this part number for the throttle body gasket #22271-62040.
**This video explains how to change your valve cover gaskets on a 3rd Generation Toyota 4runner. This engine was also used in the Toyota Tacoma and Tundra. In this video, we also cover replacing the cam plugs, replacing the spark tube seals and resealing the 4 half moons on the heads. Actual footage was completed on a 2002 4runner engine as engine types may vary slightly. This video includes part numbers, the tools used, and a detailed description of what is involved in doing this repair.
**Warning, when cleaning the throttle body, don't let the cleaner run off go down into the small air port down into the IAC (Idle Air Control Valve). The dirty runoff that gets in the IAC is known to cause a high idle issue. If this happens, you will have to remove the IAC, clean it up really well and reinstall it. A good way to go is to spray a rag with the throttle body cleaner and then wipe down any dirty surfaces. This will prevent runoff going where you don't want it too. If you don't use the rag technique, turn the throttle body upside when cleaning it so the runoff doesn't drain down into the IAC.
*Parts*
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*Individual Parts List*
*Spark Plugs #K16TR11 - (Need 6)
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*Spark Plug Wires #19037-62010
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*Throttle Body Gasket (Not for Supercharged engines) #22271-62040
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*Throttle Body Gasket (For Supercharged Engines) #PTR29-60030
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*Intake Plenum Gaskets #17176-62040 - (Need 2)
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*Valve Cover Gaskets #11213-62020 - (Need 2)
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*PCV Valve #12204-62010
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*PCV Grommet #90480-18001
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*Semicircular Plugs #11183-62010 (You can reuse your old ones if you want. Just clean off the old sealant) - (Need 4)
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*Valve Cover Bolt Washers #90210-05007 - (Need 16)
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*Camshaft Plugs #11188-62010 - (Need 2)
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*Toyota FIPG #00295-00103
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*Spark Plug Tube Seals #11193-70010 - (Need 6)
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*Helpful Tools*
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*CDI 3/8" Drive Inch Pound Torque Wrench
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*1/4" and 3/8" Flex Head Ratchet Set
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*Milwaukee Mi12 Cordless Ratchet (Helps speed up removing fasteners once they are broken free with a regular ratchet)
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*Milwaukee Cordless Drill
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*Milwaukee M12 Battery
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*Milwaukee M12 High Capacity Battery
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*Milwaukee M12 Battery Charger
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*Plastic Mallet
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*32mm Socket
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*Right Angle Needle Nose Piers
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*Adjustable Spark Plug Wire Puller
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*Channel Locks (For this job, the 9 1/2” size would be about right)
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*Inspection Mirror with LED Lights
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*3/8” Drive Swivel
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*3/8” Drive Regular Extension Set
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*3/8" Drive 6 Point Metric Standard Socket Set
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*3/8" Drive 6 Point Metric Deep Socket Set
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