I can not believe how much those Autolite spark plugs were damaged! With all those codes you scanned hopefully you will not be doing another head gasket job! Thank-You Peter for the warning about those Autolite plugs. I promise I will never buy them for my 2007 Camry. Excellent advice as usual.😀👍
@@dhix2388That's a good point you've brought up. You're right, Toyota doesn't make their own spark plugs. But they have other company like Denso, make it to Toyota's specs. Not just spark plugs but other crucial parts like the O2 sensors, you can buy a manufactured denso part that is a direct fit but it's an Off The Shelf product and it's not made to Toyota's specific specification.
Love the accent. I read a lot of old fiction and this guy is like a character in practically every novel I know. At fifty-four I'm a piece of old fiction myself, so this channel is an enjoyable way to get good information. Just dropping a comment to help the algorithm, but if you have any advice more advice on good aftermarket parts brands that can still be trusted, I'm listening. This seems to be a growing problem.
I used Autolite APP plugs on my Tacoma, but I first looked them over real good to make sure they were in good shape. I also made sure the gap was right too. They were recommended for use with my 4 Performance Distributors coils. I would never put any part on without looking it over real good first.
I bought a '99 corolla & an '06 corolla in july '24. within 2 wks of each other. I changed all the fluids, & performed a major tune up on each one. I made sure to use NGK plugs. They may have cost me a bit more up front, but considering how well they both run, it was worth it
Had the same situation on my 18 Sequioa doing spark plugs. Amazon said denso twin tip plugs would work in my Sequioa. Put them in and under load multiple misfires. Got on a FB group and asked around. Guy shows a picture of a manual showing denso sk20hr11. Installed and ran like normal. Even now looking at rock auto where I bought the sk plugs they offer the denso twin tip as an option. Lesson learned always follow your manual for part #
Peter, I have some homework for you. Everytime, you hear the garbage truck, write down the time. After awhile, you will see a pattern. Make note of this and then avoid that block of time that the garbage truck does it's business. 👍
I find it hard to believe that autolite was the culprit. My guess is the mechanic who tried to set the gap. HOWEVER, as a toyota/mercedes mechanic I ONLY use OEM Toyota parts. If you can't pay reliable and premium parts sell your toyota to someone who will!
My regular mechanic refused to put NGK's in my Camaro. Said they are for weedwackers and such like. He put in - Autolites! Wasn't pleased, but that's what I get for wimping out on doing the job myself.
That is good to know about the blades I will look into those. I have used the "Sightline" blades for years that are from the stealership and I noticed they had gotten chintzy and cheap on me. The clips weren't as robust as the old set. So I checked the package and they were made in China, I took them back.@@aliendroneservices6621 I had always gotten a year, maybe a year and half of good use out of those Sightline blades evertime.
The alternator packed up recently on my 2007 Tarago/Estima V6. A new Denso from Toyota was $900AU. I could buy a Chinese knock-off for $300 locally. Yes, I hate being ripped off just as much as everyone else, but I didn't buy the cheapie, I sprung for the genuine Toyota piece. Here's hoping it will last another 15 years, not 2 or 3 for the rubbish.
I promise!! I promise!! (Toyota Prius Two 2017 owner). The last thing I want is for you to come slap me in the head for using Autolite plugs! 😊 Thank you for the great videos! Have been very helpful!!
Some engines will run fine on whatever you screw into the cylinder. Toyota's are picky. Denso or NGK. Whatever it came with originally. Avoid on line plugs. Far too many fakes. Bite the bullet and get them from a dealership if you have too.
NGK have info on their web site to identify original versus counterfeit. I get NGK from a reputable supplier then examine them using a magnifying glass to double check. The iridium tip and platinum ground should be visible, along with features as described by NGK. I also check the resistance. But not the gap!
Yeah. Dont want to be putting no Bosch Platinums in there either. Bosch plugs go in German cars. Dont know what Autolites work in, but it's not Asian cars.
Never use autolite spark plugs??? Well maybe you're right, they only lasted around 80,000 kilometers in my Camry But they were less than half the price of all other brands at the time so thats not so bad
When they last 120k miles (that's the recommended service interval on my 2016 Toyota Prius c Two), it's absurd to replace with anything other than the OE-recommended spark plug.
@@aliendroneservices6621 My Camry says 80k interval, $40 for autolite or $90 for toyota. Both run the same and last the same. I didn't notice the issues this guy is showing
I have a feeling it’s not the plugs at fault. Someone along the line somewhere didn’t know what they were doing. It’s called user error. Plus it’s a Toyota. Have fun with all of that.
one of my favorite Toyota oriented channel's on RUclips, very kind and informative.
I can not believe how much those Autolite spark plugs were damaged! With all those codes you scanned hopefully you will not be doing another head gasket job! Thank-You Peter for the warning about those Autolite plugs. I promise I will never buy them for my 2007 Camry. Excellent advice as usual.😀👍
This also applies to Honda. I found out the hard way.
The ONLY Spark Plugs that should be used on Toyota's are NGK and Denso.
yeah and by the way he does not mention Toyota does not make their spark plugs.
@@dhix2388so what!
@@dhix2388 25% of Denso is owned by Toyota.🤔
..and HONDA as well !!
@@dhix2388That's a good point you've brought up. You're right, Toyota doesn't make their own spark plugs. But they have other company like Denso, make it to Toyota's specs. Not just spark plugs but other crucial parts like the O2 sensors, you can buy a manufactured denso part that is a direct fit but it's an Off The Shelf product and it's not made to Toyota's specific specification.
The garbage man was coming for the Autolites..
Love the accent. I read a lot of old fiction and this guy is like a character in practically every novel I know. At fifty-four I'm a piece of old fiction myself, so this channel is an enjoyable way to get good information. Just dropping a comment to help the algorithm, but if you have any advice more advice on good aftermarket parts brands that can still be trusted, I'm listening. This seems to be a growing problem.
What a sweet message and leaving a message. It seems like Petr would have way more views with the number of subscribers.
No Bosch, nor Champion either, only ND or NGK for Toyota.
i found that out finally
Great advice Peter!
I've had them in my 02 Tundra for years and NO problems.
I’ve used Autolites in my 2002 Camry for 10+ years with no problems.
I used Autolite APP plugs on my Tacoma, but I first looked them over real good to make sure they were in good shape. I also made sure the gap was right too. They were recommended for use with my 4 Performance Distributors coils. I would never put any part on without looking it over real good first.
I bought a '99 corolla & an '06 corolla in july '24. within 2 wks of each other. I changed all the fluids, & performed a major tune up on each one. I made sure to use NGK plugs. They may have cost me a bit more up front, but considering how well they both run, it was worth it
OMG! Enough said. Noted in my Toyota records: "No Autolight Plugs".
Had the same situation on my 18 Sequioa doing spark plugs. Amazon said denso twin tip plugs would work in my Sequioa. Put them in and under load multiple misfires. Got on a FB group and asked around. Guy shows a picture of a manual showing denso sk20hr11. Installed and ran like normal. Even now looking at rock auto where I bought the sk plugs they offer the denso twin tip as an option. Lesson learned always follow your manual for part #
Not just Autolite but any American plug on a Japanese car
NGK is all I use from my 21 Tundra to my 67 Olds 442
I hope that little piece of metal is not bouncing around in the cylinder.
It's very tough ya know... You have to read the service manual and do what it says. Yet that's too much to ask apparently.
Tacomas came stock with one bank of cylinders NGK and the other bank Densos. Due to the heads coming from different locations.
I was told not to use NGK anymore because it’s estimated something like 70% of ngk plugs are counterfeit. Even from
Parts stores.
Great video! Very informative... I always kearn something. Thank you. 👍🙂
I promise Petr! Thanks,love your videos!
The mobile mechanic likely damaged the plugs by adjusting the gap…Autolite plugs are fine.
Peter. What scanner do you recommend?
i use autolite copper in my odyssey and work perfect.only use the inspection point.
Peter,
I have some homework for you. Everytime, you hear the garbage truck, write down the time. After awhile, you will see a pattern. Make note of this and then avoid that block of time that the garbage truck does it's business. 👍
Or simply wait for the garbage truck, and then start the video after.
I find it hard to believe that autolite was the culprit. My guess is the mechanic who tried to set the gap. HOWEVER, as a toyota/mercedes mechanic I ONLY use OEM Toyota parts. If you can't pay reliable and premium parts sell your toyota to someone who will!
I tried Autolite in a Subaru . I went back to NGK and ran much better.
NGK is also ok in toyota-check owners manual to be sure.
How to call a garbage truck... make a video😅 Question: FC16 HR/CY9 (New) also for Prius3 ?
My regular mechanic refused to put NGK's in my Camaro. Said they are for weedwackers and such like. He put in - Autolites! Wasn't pleased, but that's what I get for wimping out on doing the job myself.
Denso Denso Denso. Nothing else. No reason to mess with what works to save a few pennies.
Toyota partly owns NGK. 1GR engines actually came with 3 NGKs from the factory.
i don't put anything other than Denso in my lexus & toyota - never had a problem.
Denso also makes air filters
@@ssergei Denso also makes excellent Toyota-recommended wiper blades. That's what I use, unless RockAuto is out of stock.
@ good to know, will order, thanks👍🏻
That is good to know about the blades I will look into those. I have used the "Sightline" blades for years that are from the stealership and I noticed they had gotten chintzy and cheap on me. The clips weren't as robust as the old set. So I checked the package and they were made in China, I took them back.@@aliendroneservices6621
I had always gotten a year, maybe a year and half of good use out of those Sightline blades evertime.
Denso is also OEM for Toyota and(I believe Honda) oil filters. Best there is
Excellent video
Been using autolite xp spark plugs on many engines including Toyota for many years. Zero issues. Ever. This was clearly operater error
I've only used NGKs. Thats what my Toyota came with so that's what I replace with.
The alternator packed up recently on my 2007 Tarago/Estima V6. A new Denso from Toyota was $900AU. I could buy a Chinese knock-off for $300 locally. Yes, I hate being ripped off just as much as everyone else, but I didn't buy the cheapie, I sprung for the genuine Toyota piece. Here's hoping it will last another 15 years, not 2 or 3 for the rubbish.
2014 Toyota Corolla alternator is $1000 AU . i bought from Toyota dealer in 11/2024 in South Australia. alternator China made $400 AU
I use 3 types of spark plugs. OEM, Denso or NGK nothing else. I also buy denso and ngk from shops i trust because there are many knockoffs out there.
Never install non-OEM parts in *_any_* vehicle.
Well that’s pretty genius and I’m being sincere regrettably most will not do that or even want to figure it out
You absolutely have to plan ahead to get Denso plugs. I've never had a problem with Denso plugs.
With the sophisticated electronics in engines nowadays, using substitute brands for consumable replacements items would be ill-advised.
I only use NGK or Denso for my Japanese cars and Bosch or NGK for my German cars and American cars if I had an American car.
everyone at mb hub will never install autolite in any of our Benz😂😂😂
I have a 2016 is250. And an echo both autolite
Beware of counterfeits!!! They are EVERYWHERE! I know from experience.
I was once talked into Autolites by a parts store guy and my truck literally would not run...junk
I promise!! I promise!! (Toyota Prius Two 2017 owner). The last thing I want is for you to come slap me in the head for using Autolite plugs! 😊 Thank you for the great videos! Have been very helpful!!
Never use Autolite spark plugs in ANY ENGINE! Cheapest of the cheap garbage.
Do you respond to questions?
no
They watching you
It's 2025. That lack of quality shouldn't exist.
I promise
Some engines will run fine on whatever you screw into the cylinder. Toyota's are picky. Denso or NGK. Whatever it came with originally. Avoid on line plugs. Far too many fakes. Bite the bullet and get them from a dealership if you have too.
NGK have info on their web site to identify original versus counterfeit. I get NGK from a reputable supplier then examine them using a magnifying glass to double check. The iridium tip and platinum ground should be visible, along with features as described by NGK. I also check the resistance. But not the gap!
did not fix the problem btw
Must have got a lower price for auto lite plugs
I would not put autolites in my lawn mower
Yeah. Dont want to be putting no Bosch Platinums in there either. Bosch plugs go in German cars. Dont know what Autolites work in, but it's not Asian cars.
I wouldn’t use autolite plugs in a lawnmower let alone any vehicles. Absolute garbage.
Never use autolite spark plugs???
Well maybe you're right, they only lasted around 80,000 kilometers in my Camry
But they were less than half the price of all other brands at the time so thats not so bad
When they last 120k miles (that's the recommended service interval on my 2016 Toyota Prius c Two), it's absurd to replace with anything other than the OE-recommended spark plug.
My gawd…..did u watch his full explanation?? Your poor Camry smh
you could save few bucks, but lose much more if those plugs failed while you somewhere far away from home etc
@@aliendroneservices6621 My Camry says 80k interval, $40 for autolite or $90 for toyota. Both run the same and last the same. I didn't notice the issues this guy is showing
@@ssergei And toyota plugs never fail . I can say the same about the aitolites I put 80k on they didn't fail.
I have a feeling it’s not the plugs at fault. Someone along the line somewhere didn’t know what they were doing. It’s called user error. Plus it’s a Toyota. Have fun with all of that.
Could it be that those plugs are Chinese knockoffs?
Autolite spark plugs are made in china
K-Mart spark plugs don't even belong in a lawn mower!. GHETTO SPARK PLUGS.