2004 Lexus ES330 Valve Cover Gaskets Removal

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  • @toanphan6774
    @toanphan6774 2 года назад +6

    Awesome video. Although I don’t need to replace to valve cover gasket, your video is really helpful to help me change spark plugs on this vehicle especially the three rear ones. I couldn’t have done it without your information about the 14 mm bolts in the back, they were really pain in the butt after years. Thank you.

    • @johnieadkins437
      @johnieadkins437 Год назад +1

      Really helped me with plugs With this information

  • @danielcontreras9343
    @danielcontreras9343 3 года назад +11

    This video is fantastic. So thorough. While I’m certain I could follow your excellent advice and do this myself; I am now convinced I’ll need a professional to do this for me. Lol. I’m not ready for this lol.

  • @cpfb68
    @cpfb68 2 года назад +4

    Awesome video, thanks! I think this is the first time I’ve seen contact cement used for gasket adhesive! Awesome idea!

  • @readytoquit
    @readytoquit 10 месяцев назад

    This is by far the BEST most complete video for this model on RUclips. If you buy genuine Toyota gaskets, you do not need to put any glue or other substance on them, and they will not fall out. TOYOTA part 11214-20030 is the gasket for the front valve cover, and part 11213-20030 for the rear, and six spark plug tube seals part 11193-7010 in a set are available for about $55-60 on eBay. Well worth the money, and this set will fit ALL 130 Toyota vehicles with a 3.0 Liter 1MZFE or 3.3 Liter 3MZFE engine. Good for 15 years. Again, an EXCELLENT video with excellent camera work!

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  10 месяцев назад +2

      I have used Toyota gaskets and you still need to glue in the back one just to make sure that it does not hit something and fall out.

    • @V.A.megetlost
      @V.A.megetlost 2 месяца назад

      Excellent video. Very detailed, which is what I needed. Thank you for such good work!

  • @mikemarshall7016
    @mikemarshall7016 3 года назад +3

    Very good presentation, you said glue it in I assumed RTV but you actually glued it. Learn something new every day. Thank you.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  3 года назад +5

      Yes I all ways glue them in with contact cement. I do not want them to slip out when i reinstall them. Thanks for watching

    • @polymyxa8233
      @polymyxa8233 3 года назад +2

      @@TheGAutomotiveAndMore What kind of contact cements were you using? Your video flashed through it too quickly to see it. Great video guide for Lexus cars. Thanks.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  3 года назад +3

      @@polymyxa8233 I use DAP Weldwood Contact cement. My hardware store use to carry it but now I have to buy it from Amazon. I get the 3oz bottle, it will dry up in the bottle if you don't use it after you open it. Don't use the rubber cement It doesn't work. Thanks for watching

    • @polymyxa8233
      @polymyxa8233 3 года назад +2

      @@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Just checked, my local big box store still carry it, $8/3oz. Thank you for the information.

    • @1dotele
      @1dotele 2 года назад +1

      @@TheGAutomotiveAndMore any advice on where to buy the gaskets?

  • @patrickzadd5215
    @patrickzadd5215 11 месяцев назад +1

    thank you for this excellent video
    my work will go more smoothly thanks to you

    • @davewaters-vz5to
      @davewaters-vz5to 10 месяцев назад

      No way Im trying this, I will pay a mechanic lol

  • @MsLA23
    @MsLA23 Месяц назад

    Thank you for this very helpful video!!! I value my time and sanity too much so I have accepted that this job is out of my league! Im taking it straight to my mechanic to get this done, lol.

  • @JohnNorris411
    @JohnNorris411 2 года назад +3

    Doing my valve cover gaskets right now, The rear gasket started seeping a small amount of oil. It is a very nice used lexus, while taking the valve covers off, I found the last shop ( the previous owner always had the same shop do all the scheduled maintenance on the car) did a half ass job, First I found they never tightened up the rear brackets lower bolts, they completely left off one of the bolts to the top of the left most bracket that bolts into the air intake flume, and when I went to remove the 9 bolts on the rear valve cover, I found I did not even need a wrench, they were all just hand tight, the shop totally forgot to torque them down. I am amazed the car went this long without leaking. This is why I do not like taking my cars to a mechanic unless I absolutely must. I try to do everything on my cars myself, That way I know it was done right and I know what parts and fluids are being used.

    • @tedwu9354
      @tedwu9354 2 года назад +1

      So you now know the valve cover gasket has been changed, you just make sure you tighten all screws and bolts.

    • @davidddaniel
      @davidddaniel 2 года назад +1

      Sometime the bolts are loose because the gasket has actually shrunk/deteriorated leaving room for the rocker cover to move up and down and loosen the bolts. Just something I’ve come across.

    • @markwhitnell5752
      @markwhitnell5752 Год назад +1

      @@davidddaniel I do not believe that...I think the mechanic failed to tighten the valve cover bolts.

  • @JohnNorris411
    @JohnNorris411 2 года назад +2

    I have seen another demo on this where the mechanic removed the half moon pieces and put fresh sealant on them. Is that a good Idea or best to leave them be? By the way, thanks for all the good tips I did not see elsewhere, contact cement, lubing up the plug tube gaskets, getting the upper radiator hose out of the way etc.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +2

      If the half moons are rubber I replace them, if they are metal and do not look like they are leaking I leave them alone. Thanks for watching

  • @markwhitnell5752
    @markwhitnell5752 Год назад +1

    I replaced both of my valve cover gaskets. I found that if I tie wraped the back harness away from the cover on both sides it made easy removal. Also why did you not check valve clearance? All my intake clearances were within specs, but the exhaust 4 valves were sloppy. Just need a screwdriver and magnetic wand along with a pick to break the friction suction on the bucket. I went to the auto salvage and removed shims on two engines so I would have a variety. I probably got 40 shims for a couple of bucks.

  • @JohnNorris411
    @JohnNorris411 2 года назад +2

    I used purple power degreaser spray and one of those green scouring pads and it got the valve covers completely clean, they look brand new. purple power scrub down, rinse then a quick scrub down with soapy water, rinse and they are completely clean and shiny.

  • @gmurphy914
    @gmurphy914 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the detailed vid……..I’m confident I can do the front, concerned about the rear
    Any advice on how to clean the oil that has leaked all over the engine once I get the front cover off? Thanks !

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +2

      I would spray Brake Cleaner on it before removing the covers. Then when you are done clean it again the same way. Thanks for watching

  • @rumpusroom3909
    @rumpusroom3909 3 года назад +1

    Great video, and your commentary is terrific and truly helpful. I'm 'almost' looking forward to doing the front gasket. 8)

  • @martinayala246
    @martinayala246 2 года назад +1

    Awesome video, great commentary description!!

  • @JohnNorris411
    @JohnNorris411 2 года назад +1

    Just a heads-up, the 2005 es330 calls for 71inch pounds for those valve cover bolts. or 8nm.

    • @1dotele
      @1dotele 2 года назад

      Thank you so much for mentioning this that is my year and model

  • @Miguel_Angel718
    @Miguel_Angel718 Год назад +1

    The front would be a breeze. The back going under? I'll do the front myself and let a pro handle the back.
    *Update
    I finally did the back valave. Not an easy task! Lots of vacum lines to remember.
    On top of that the purge vacum plastic nipple broke on me. Connects to the same line that broke on you.
    I went to a junkyard, found the exact same one, last one at that! Cost me $6, compared to autozone $84.xx phew
    The left braket holding the intake was finger tighten. So I got Lucky. Definitely a learning experience
    Respect to any mechanic that can do this with ease. Now I understand why it cost so much $$$

  • @Apostlepaul777
    @Apostlepaul777 Год назад

    Really nice job explaining step by step. Ive done 2005 es and 2002 accord. But i have to do a 2004 Lexus es now. Is the contact cement an automotive type rated for hi heat? Thanks again

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  Год назад

      Just regular contact cement. All it does is hold the gasket from falling off when you are installing it. Have had no problems using it.

  • @kaytoosinuga2203
    @kaytoosinuga2203 3 года назад +1

    Thank God for mechanics, the thought of doing this myself is terrifying.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  3 года назад

      This job is very hard to do . A lot of stuff to take apart. Thanks for watching

  • @billm6294
    @billm6294 9 месяцев назад

    Very helpful video of a complicated repair Thanks much. My seals were hard as rocks, Toyota has beautiful metal parts but must be using cheap nitrile/buna for elastomers. If those seals were a better grade, they would last forever in this environment.

  • @LivingWatersWellness
    @LivingWatersWellness 2 года назад +1

    Do you recommend using OEM/Lexus/Toyota gaskets? or is aftermarket ok, like Fel-Pro or similar? Did you replace the gasket on the air intake and plenum and throttle body as well? Thanks, great video - me and my son are doing his soon, along with timing belt/water pump, etc...

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +1

      Fel-pro should be fine and you should replace the other gaskets also.

  • @crazedgoldminner7384
    @crazedgoldminner7384 Год назад +2

    On the right side on the cylinder head there's a bolt that holds the bracket that's holding the so it's either hose or wiring harness I forget now on the backside the intake manifold plus the three bolts for the intake manifold if you take that boat loose all those other boats come out that much easier

  • @gfmurphy5
    @gfmurphy5 2 года назад +3

    Forget to add: tip for reinstalling that back bracket bolt on the left side ( obviously leave the right brackets loose at the bottom )…..I put the bolt on a magnet and came in from the right side….my left hand caught the bolt from the left side…..pop it in the hole and move the manifold up and down until you get lucky and find the hole for the screw!

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +1

      Yes that's a good idea to do. Thanks for watching

    • @gfmurphy5
      @gfmurphy5 2 года назад +1

      @@TheGAutomotiveAndMore help!!!! I had to replace the line leading from that green evap valve after I finished….now car won’t stay on!!!! Cranks but then stalls out….any advice????

    • @gfmurphy5
      @gfmurphy5 2 года назад +1

      Forgot to add I replaced spark plugs and redid connectors as well ……could I have “f..d” up during that process?

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +1

      @@gfmurphy5 Look for a vacuum leak. The brake booster line is the one I always forget to put back on.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +1

      @@gfmurphy5 No

  • @adamr8628
    @adamr8628 2 года назад

    I watched this video because I was going to send it to someone to show them how to do the coil packs and you skipped over that part. Great.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +2

      Ok once you remove the upper intake the back the 3 coils are right there. 3 10mm headed bolts and there wire connectors. Coils come right out.

    • @adamr8628
      @adamr8628 2 года назад

      @@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Yeah, I know everything about that. It's extremely simple and I'm out of town and I'm stuck with family members at home that don't know how simple it is and they want to watch a video!! So that's why I was trying to send them a link. : ). Thanks for the response. I wasn't intending to give you a hard time, it's just frustrating with my family that are afraid to pop the hood for even the simplest of things. Haha

  • @santiagoescalambre4738
    @santiagoescalambre4738 Год назад

    Top of the line Mechanic. I wish you show how you install the rear valve cover since that 3 seal are 3/16 smaller in diameter than the spark plug O.D.tube. The O.D. of tube 1 1/16 in..

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  Год назад +1

      If you do the front first you can see that you need to wiggle the valve cover in place. That’s what you do for the back also. Thanks for watching

  • @JohnNorris411
    @JohnNorris411 2 года назад

    2:02 Does anyone at all have a clue where to find a replacement engine wire harness protector for this engine. I can not find the part or part number anywhere.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад

      That is part of the wire harness. Probably not sold separately.

    • @JohnNorris411
      @JohnNorris411 2 года назад

      @@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Thanks, Ya, I have done quite a bit of searching and come up with nothing. I wonder, is there some kind of material I could place around the harness at that area to protect the harness? Like some kind of thermo tape/wrap such as used on an exhaust, or is it fine to leave it as is. There is absolutely nothing left of that plastic protector, it denigrated long ago.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад

      @@JohnNorris411 I would black tape it up.

  • @KyleDelaney21
    @KyleDelaney21 Год назад

    The vacuum line that broke, what was the name of that, evape?

  • @KyleDelaney21
    @KyleDelaney21 Год назад

    Where did you purchase the EVAP line? Thanks!

  • @spacelysprockets6601
    @spacelysprockets6601 2 года назад

    Great video. What do you suspect is the gurgling and tapping intermittent noise coming from the dash. Is it Trapped fluid? Have you ever seen this condition? 2004 Lexus es330. Thank you.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +1

      Possible air trapped in the heater core. Make sure radiator is full and overflow bottle full to the hot mark. BE SURE TO CHECK THE RADIATOR COLD.

    • @spacelysprockets6601
      @spacelysprockets6601 2 года назад

      @@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Do you have a shop or is this internet based only? I'm Minnesota and I have an 04 Lexus, 98Lexus es300 and 98Acura 3.0 CL? cant find a fuel filler neck anywhere for the 98Acura so its kinda just sitting? Do you kno where I could possibly get parts? I also need a reputable mechanic in the twin cities

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +3

      @@spacelysprockets6601 No I do not know of anybody in Minnesota. I am in Virginia. I would start calling junk yards around your area. A lot of junk yards will ship parts to you, do a internet search.

  • @juangalicia6807
    @juangalicia6807 Год назад

    How's the torque recommend for the bolts?

  • @JohnNorris411
    @JohnNorris411 2 года назад

    I do not know squat about Gasket manufacturers, Can someone tell me what is a high quality brand for valve cover and air surge tank gaskets on a Lexus?

  • @evianway
    @evianway 2 года назад

    Great vid thanks! You also have to get the gasket for the upper plenum replaced at the time you do the valve covers i assume? (any other gaskets?)????

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +1

      Throttle body gasket ? I can't remember if I took it off on the car.

  • @anujbhatt2842
    @anujbhatt2842 2 года назад

    So to remove the strut bar, do you have to Jack up the car? What’s the procedure to remove it?

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +2

      Remove the nuts. It comes right out.

    • @anujbhatt2842
      @anujbhatt2842 2 года назад

      @@TheGAutomotiveAndMore will it affect the front struts when I remove the bolts?

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +2

      @@anujbhatt2842 No the struts will still have 1 bolt on each side holding them in.

  • @geddon436
    @geddon436 3 года назад

    What problems are common with Lexus ES330's? What years have the least amount of reocurring problmes?

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  3 года назад +1

      They all seam very good in my book. Mostly it general maintenance stuff. Timing belt replacement is expensive. Thanks for watching

    • @RichSchlam
      @RichSchlam 3 года назад +3

      I have an 05 with 240K and the only issue I have is the valve covers leaking . Getting new genuine plugs and coils and will give to my mechanic. Total cost with parts is around $700. Well worth the investment.

    • @geddon436
      @geddon436 3 года назад

      @@RichSchlam can you still get oem shocks/struts?

  • @midnightfarmer382
    @midnightfarmer382 3 месяца назад

    Very good video nice detail explained everything perfectly but I’m questioning the glueing of the valve cover gasket?? The next person to do this job is going to be hating life!! 20+ yr Honda master technician shop owner, I have never glued a valve cover gasket in place 🤷🏼‍♂️

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  3 месяца назад

      I have had the back gasket fall off sliding the valve cover back in. Its pretty tight back there. That is why I glue them. A wire brush and some gum cutter will clean the groove out next time you have to replace them. Thanks for watching

  • @bsizzlemynizzle
    @bsizzlemynizzle 2 года назад

    What size star socket did those reverse torx screws take?

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад

      Sorry I do not remember. Just buy a set, you will need them in the future.

  • @dchart8397
    @dchart8397 2 года назад +1

    Were you using the same contact cement on the head in those specified spots in the video as you were on the valve cover? Great video man, tackling it this weekend.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +3

      No I was using Permatex Ultra black RTV silicone on the cylinder head. Contact cement to hold gasket on valve cover. Thanks for watching

  • @FurtileResistance10
    @FurtileResistance10 Год назад

    How much does this repair typically cost?

  • @nolimitaustin2775
    @nolimitaustin2775 3 года назад

    Where are u out of ? Because my 2006 es330 has a valve cover leak and I was looking for someone to do it for me

  • @damienbell3155
    @damienbell3155 Месяц назад

    13:33 it’s 71 inch ft lbs for valve cover bolts

  • @osmannaji4504
    @osmannaji4504 2 года назад

    I have same car and I need the same service to be done, what is the cost

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад

      I do not do the pricing at work but it looks like 4 to 5 hours plus parts.

  • @DJStephenCraig
    @DJStephenCraig 3 года назад +1

    great video just wish you finished off the rear gasket install. thanks

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  3 года назад

      The biggest thing with the rear one is glue the gasket in and let it dry.

  • @r.a.5625
    @r.a.5625 3 года назад

    How much is the labor for this job? Thanks

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  3 года назад +1

      Book time is 3.5 hours. Thanks for watching

    • @loden888
      @loden888 2 года назад

      it's not so bad if you replace the sparkplugs, coils, fuel injectors, and PCV valve at the same time.

  • @machucaracing
    @machucaracing Год назад

    How much is the cost to replace the valve cover gaskets?

  • @davidholloway4538
    @davidholloway4538 3 года назад

    you did a good job on this video! keep it up!

  • @garyplewa9277
    @garyplewa9277 2 года назад +1

    The plastic cover does not "just come off" after removing the 3 allen head screws. There are additional clips or fasteners holding the back part on. Was hoping to see the secret to this so I don't break mine. Obviously not shown here.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад

      Sorry I can’t video everything. There is a bolt on the end of the head but even when you remove everything that holds it down it still doesn’t life up very far.

    • @garyplewa9277
      @garyplewa9277 2 года назад +1

      ​ @The G Automotive And More Not to worry, there are many other videos of folks working this Toyota V6 and I found one which showed the 2 metal clips and where they are located. I was able to pop my cover off without breaking it. Cars today are made for easy of assembly, not ease of repair. Push on barbed tabs, Hidden fasteners, It sucks when you can't find info on how something comes apart and you wind up inadvertently breaking things in the process.

  • @manuellazarte5637
    @manuellazarte5637 Год назад

    Your awesome Tech.

  • @warriorayuso
    @warriorayuso Год назад

    What part # is spark plug gasket

  • @edcain9492
    @edcain9492 11 месяцев назад

    I heard the 430's have ceramic gaskets thru Aftermarket parts have,that ,of course dealers refuse to use,that should never need replacing for 200-300,000 mls.,so ,of couse dealers only stock what Lexus Has.Anorther dealer up north was telling about them being avail.for 430 Hoefully Soneone has rhe Ceramics for 330-350 s

  • @markhoffman4962
    @markhoffman4962 2 года назад +2

    Ok guys, I have a 2006 es330 and this job is a PIA thanks to the back valve cover. It’s nearly impossible to seal correctly due to wiring harness which cannot drop below.. Toyota outdid themself making this engine layout. The entire top of the engine needs to come off. My advise, take it to a dealer and pay the several hundred dollars in labor..

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад

      Yep that wire harness is a pain.

    • @caspa9158
      @caspa9158 Год назад +2

      I did this Job recently and yes that harness was a big pain. Being that I was working alone i zip tied it up as far and as tight as i could. Then i practiced moving the cover into place before I did it for real. It is doable if you are just manipulating the cover under the zipped up harness rather than pushing the harness around while to place the cover. Hope that helps

  • @juliomayo62
    @juliomayo62 3 года назад

    Thank you very much more videos like this

  • @dinhscot
    @dinhscot Год назад

    Most detail.. thanks

  • @lorenfok1097
    @lorenfok1097 2 года назад

    Yikes mine is covered in oil/sludge 04 rx330. Going to get replaced ASAP

  • @gfmurphy5
    @gfmurphy5 2 года назад

    3.5 hours ? 😂took me that long to get the back left bolt on the rear cover off, just ripped that damn harness way up and prayed it didn’t f it up…..then even after using the contact cement it kept getting caught on the cam (or gear) while putting it in ….definitely not a job for the feint of heart ……great vid!

  • @taveroso
    @taveroso 3 года назад

    Thanks for your advise

  • @aristjohns4288
    @aristjohns4288 Год назад

    Great video
    This was apain in the butt!!

  • @crazedgoldminner7384
    @crazedgoldminner7384 Год назад

    30 spin around but it's always better to pull off that R1 first and not drop debris down in your engine in the front while you're working

  • @keepingup2952
    @keepingup2952 2 года назад

    If we all get electric cars, we'll never have to do any of this, right? OMG all the tools I bought at Harbor Freight !!!

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад

      Electric car will put most independent shops out of business because we will not have the info to work on them.

    • @loden888
      @loden888 2 года назад

      ​@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore I think you are referring to Tesla. I hope the other car makers put out shop manuals like they do for ICE.

  • @marcoleone8189
    @marcoleone8189 2 года назад

    The front one looks doable the rear looks like the problem.

    • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
      @TheGAutomotiveAndMore  2 года назад +1

      You said it. Front one super easy. Back one not fun. Thanks for watching

  • @Mr2pint
    @Mr2pint 2 года назад +5

    Such horrible engines to work on 👀

    • @davewaters-vz5to
      @davewaters-vz5to 10 месяцев назад +3

      Being sarcastic? One of the best engines Toyota ever made

    • @Mr2pint
      @Mr2pint 10 месяцев назад

      @@davewaters-vz5to You're obviously a lunatic Dave and it's not my job to council you through that - happy new year 🎉

    • @ozzie_trd1654
      @ozzie_trd1654 10 месяцев назад +2

      @@davewaters-vz5toyes but once maintenance come its harder to do spark plugs valve cover gaskets fuel injectors etc