To anyone trying to learn from this- Don’t take the spark plugs out until you’re ready to change them! Crazy to risk dropping anything into a cylinder. Also no need to use rtv sealant with a new gasket. You can prop the upper radiator hose out of the way, no need to remove it.
I have Lexus RX330 and basically has the same engine, could not find any other video on here for may vehicle so thanks a bunch for this video. You'll save people lots of money. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the video. Figured it was pretty standard but the tip on the #6 bit will probably save me a trip. My 02 started leaking oil at 145K miles. Probably won't out sealant like you did, just the gasket.
Forgot to replace the spark plug tube seals on the valve cover. By the way, when you do, have fun getting the cover back on. Grease them and the top of the spark plug tubes with appropriate grease and while seating the cover gently manipulate the seals around the spark plug tube with a dull standard screwdriver. Rear cover, leave the old ones in unless leaking.
Thanks for this video, very helpful. I just did this job on the front bank (rear to come in a few weeks - huge job). Note to others: if you're doing both, the two gaskets are different from each other and you need to put the correct one in on the correct bank. One I believe is a little shorter than the other, and they should have bends that closely match the bends of the groove on the cover.
@@barbswit1653 I carefully tagged every connector and hose to make sure I put them back where they came from after, and wrote down for each step how many bolts, and stored them carefully to correspond with that step. If this is your first time into this job, I highly recommend being very organized.
well I disagree, he goes over removing the head gasket, which was the part I was interested in, and on top of that I didn't have to hear personal stories or jokes, o I stand for what I said.
Steady hand, great job. Thank you for your video. I got the same problem after the timing belt, water pump changed by the dealer. Quoted $900+ for the gasket job. Full of shitttt.
Nice job Edward. Who ever can make use of video , please do. If not what you wanted look else where. Great video for replacing front valve cover gasket
I got a quote from a local garage to replace the VC gaskets front and back $575. To do timing belt water pump and VC gaskets $1500. 2001 Sienna XLE 170K miles. The van is worth about $4K. Should I just chance it and not change the timing belt and water pump? The front VC gasket is leaking and smoking on the exhaust so thats my prime concern right now.
Get another quote. From estimates from San Francisco and San Diego, I was looking at $300 - $400. For the water pump/timing belt, I'm risking by not replacing it but its a non-interference engine so its not the worst thing if timing belt snaps. Keep your eye on your temperature gauge though because a faulty water pump could spell the end for your car if you let it overheat.
I went to dealer today to buy the gasket and also ask for the glue. They told me use the gasket only and there will be no glue needed. I saw you put the glue on it. Where you get the glue and do we really need it? thanks for the great video.
NorCal OutDoor im surprised no one replied yet to you. Its a permatex black gasket glue, you could find it at home depot or at most auto stores. You can use any gasket glue though.
Do not use the glue. Only use where the circular plug is and in the joints on the left. Little in the the cracks to the right of the sprockets. I just redid this job. Because the person used the glue. It only makes leaks if not used in the proper spots.
I have a lot of Harbor Freight tools, most are several years old and have been fine for automotive repairs, tractor repairs, lawn mower service, and general purpose use. I purchased a lot if Harbor Freight tools for a major home remodel, and sold them after I was done. That was a lot cheaper than renting saws, etc. I did have one Harbor Freight metal chop saw that stopped working year four, but I had probably made over a hundred angle iron cuts by then. I paid $49 for it. I still use my Harbor Freight drill press I paid $50 for many years ago. I had a neighbor who would only buy Snap-on or Craftsman tools. He bragged about the lifetime warranty, until I explained to him to that he was paying in advance for three or four replacement tools he’d never see. I have a Harbor Freight concrete mixer. Beats the heck out of mixing by hand.
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To anyone trying to learn from this- Don’t take the spark plugs out until you’re ready to change them! Crazy to risk dropping anything into a cylinder. Also no need to use rtv sealant with a new gasket. You can prop the upper radiator hose out of the way, no need to remove it.
I did this job thank You no more oil leak! I did not remove the spark plugs I did not remove the radiator hose
I have Lexus RX330 and basically has the same engine, could not find any other video on here for may vehicle so thanks a bunch for this video.
You'll save people lots of money. Keep up the good work.
My Siena has oil leaking. I am going to change the gasket sam as you. thank you much for the video
Thanks for the video. Figured it was pretty standard but the tip on the #6 bit will probably save me a trip. My 02 started leaking oil at 145K miles. Probably won't out sealant like you did, just the gasket.
I only used the sealant and still leaks oil. Need to use the extra sealant like him to stop the leak
Forgot to replace the spark plug tube seals on the valve cover. By the way, when you do, have fun getting the cover back on. Grease them and the top of the spark plug tubes with appropriate grease and while seating the cover gently manipulate the seals around the spark plug tube with a dull standard screwdriver. Rear cover, leave the old ones in unless leaking.
Shut up
Thanks for this video, very helpful. I just did this job on the front bank (rear to come in a few weeks - huge job). Note to others: if you're doing both, the two gaskets are different from each other and you need to put the correct one in on the correct bank. One I believe is a little shorter than the other, and they should have bends that closely match the bends of the groove on the cover.
Did you remove the 2 bolts? He said is not necessary to remove.
How do remember where every screw & connector goes, and how they clip on ?
@@barbswit1653 I carefully tagged every connector and hose to make sure I put them back where they came from after, and wrote down for each step how many bolts, and stored them carefully to correspond with that step. If this is your first time into this job, I highly recommend being very organized.
@@barbswit1653 take pictures as you go, make notes, label things if you really aren’t sure.
Just know that you’d need to try really hard to mess up the connectors, they are obvious as to location.
I just recommended this video to someone, very good video thanks.
well I disagree, he goes over removing the head gasket, which was the part I was interested in, and on top of that I didn't have to hear personal stories or jokes, o I stand for what I said.
Did you disconnect the battery?
Steady hand, great job. Thank you for your video. I got the same problem after the timing belt, water pump changed by the dealer.
Quoted $900+ for the gasket job. Full of shitttt.
Glad this helped!
Nice job Edward. Who ever can make use of video , please do. If not what you wanted look else where. Great video for replacing front valve cover gasket
Thank you!
Looked like you really torqued those spark plugs! Good thing you used anti seize.
Haha right Holy crap
Boooooy!!! …. I’ll tell ya…😂 i almost broke my phone, wanted to make him stop from braking the rachet…holly baby Jesus!!!!!
how many hours did it take? Was your back killing you afterwards?
Do have have A Video For The Back Valve Cover Gasket Replacement???
great video!!! thanks!
Is it necessary to remove the top radiator hose?
Nice video bro
Thanks!
How much time total did this whole thing take?
I got a quote from a local garage to replace the VC gaskets front and back $575. To do timing belt water pump and VC gaskets $1500. 2001 Sienna XLE 170K miles. The van is worth about $4K. Should I just chance it and not change the timing belt and water pump? The front VC gasket is leaking and smoking on the exhaust so thats my prime concern right now.
Get another quote. From estimates from San Francisco and San Diego, I was looking at $300 - $400. For the water pump/timing belt, I'm risking by not replacing it but its a non-interference engine so its not the worst thing if timing belt snaps. Keep your eye on your temperature gauge though because a faulty water pump could spell the end for your car if you let it overheat.
That's a good price for front and rear. I just paid $475 for labor alone !
I went to dealer today to buy the gasket and also ask for the glue. They told me use the gasket only and there will be no glue needed. I saw you put the glue on it. Where you get the glue and do we really need it? thanks for the great video.
NorCal OutDoor im surprised no one replied yet to you. Its a permatex black gasket glue, you could find it at home depot or at most auto stores. You can use any gasket glue though.
Do not use the glue. Only use where the circular plug is and in the joints on the left. Little in the the cracks to the right of the sprockets. I just redid this job. Because the person used the glue. It only makes leaks if not used in the proper spots.
Great video but plugs should NEVER be konged down so hard.
hey what about the other gasket the one in the back?
Bwahahaha
Look in his toolbox with the rest of them.
Thats too much knowledge for us
...you used a torque wrench??
Bro you forgot to show the ring gaskets for the spark plugs
Good video. The gasket sealant should not really be necessary.
How many miles on your van?
almost 170k.
Im at 304,982...And still running strong...Toyota for life!
283 and counting!@@kblack9094
403,000 my valve cover gasket just started leaking.
Just hit 300k a few days ago.
Esta van. O es de los años que mencionas.
2002
Tianjin nace video. Can you up a how remplace bujías. The same Siena
Thumbs down for improper footwear. Just kidding, this is exactly what I needed to see. Thanks!
Awesome!
🦶 ha ha.. exactly what I thought
If your gonna talk turn your volume up or get it closer!~Otherwise great video.
Thanks for the feedback!
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. Just buy the gasket no need for rtv
Yes. I changed the valve cover and orielly said I don't need any type of glue. The rubber makes a seal with any sort of adhesive
New spark plugs metals have anti sieze so you don't need to apply it yourself.
Good video except the suggestion of using harbor freight tools. Total junk that breaks as soon as it's used.
Not really as much anymore have you looked at harbor freights reviews lately. 5 star everything lol
I have a lot of Harbor Freight tools, most are several years old and have been fine for automotive repairs, tractor repairs, lawn mower service, and general purpose use. I purchased a lot if Harbor Freight tools for a major home remodel, and sold them after I was done. That was a lot cheaper than renting saws, etc.
I did have one Harbor Freight metal chop saw that stopped working year four, but I had probably made over a hundred angle iron cuts by then. I paid $49 for it. I still use my Harbor Freight drill press I paid $50 for many years ago.
I had a neighbor who would only buy Snap-on or Craftsman tools. He bragged about the lifetime warranty, until I explained to him to that he was paying in advance for three or four replacement tools he’d never see.
I have a Harbor Freight concrete mixer. Beats the heck out of mixing by hand.
bro lmfaoooooo no
Do you have a video of this job? I'm not trusting it because he suggested harbor freight tools lmao
Wrong car.