At 180,000 miles on my 2013 Tacoma! No valve cover leaks and no timing cover leaks like on the early 1GR-FE. No issues at all. The best truck I’ve ever owned.
I have a 2005 taco, with the 1GRV6-FE . Runs perfect no Oil or leaks of any kind. 220,000 miles burns no oil. I believe any good brand of engine oil is fine. My studies tell me oil gets dirty, not wearing or breaking down. Owners manual says change at 5k. I change mine at 4K. With filter and hope this truck lasts for another 200K with good maint. going forward. Best vehicle I’ve ever owned, and that includes some new ones. I bought this truck four years ago. It had 190,000 on it then. Still the best truck I ever owned!
My 2006 Tacoma trd offroad with 181,000 miles leaks from the timing cover but never hits the ground. For yrs. Nice to hear the newer versions 4.0L have leak free timing covers.
Yeah I agree they don't leak from the valve covers. They always leak from the right side of time timing cover, right where the power steering pump is at. Love that 4.0l engine though.
Mine does this and also the damn ear that the power steering pump connects to the timing cover broke off. It also seems like that ear causes extra pressure or amplifies the vibration of the belt and causes the leak?
Love that about these engines! Even has a catch can underneath it that you can hook a hose up to so when you remove the filter it doesnt leak everywhere
1GR Taco offroad with 209,000 no oil leaks although the DS head gasket went at 207k so mostly all the gaskets have been refreshed with oem anyway. Runs clean n smooth!
Great job and smart work looking into the plug being loose! My same series motor as this does leak at the front passenger side of the valve cover unfortunately. 2008 motor.
when installing a valve cover gasket make sure the gasket and the matting areas are all free from oil ad contaminates, clean these places with brake fluid, and let it dry. I had oil leak problem until I found out why,
I have a 2006 Tundra with this engine. Just hit 220,000 miles. Got it with 14k miles. Never had a head gasket leak. Or any other major issues. Hell, she’s still got the original serpentine belt!
Thanks Petr - I was brought to your channel because of your Echo valve cover gasket change (I have 2002 Echo hatchback 1.3) but I have stayed because I love your attention to detail and I learn even if you don't often service Toyota Echo. My Echo has a 20th birthday next year in August and is still highly reliable vehicle for me. I request a long term service review for the Echo - what I should look for etc. I know you can only make video's on the cars that you service so I understand its difficult to do this. Thanks again for your effort in making youtube videos.
My Taco 21 had an oil leak at the oil filler neck to valve cover housing at just 100 miles! Removed the joint and found a fine piece of hair like thread at the gasket. Fixed all back and still a small seep. Ended up applying FIPG and is all good now.
I have an 07 1GR with 187K miles and it has a leak from both valve cover gaskets but more so the passenger side. Hoping to get that fixed soon as I'm losing a quart between every oil change
What gasket did you go for? I have a 2012 Tacoma 4.0 with 139k miles. Passenger side valve cover started to leak a bit. Thinking of using felpro gaskets.
My 1998 Corolla had to have its valve cover gasket replace a few times in the 18 yrs I owned it, so far, the 2010 Yaris I bought in 2016 has 160k miles and it still has the original gasket and there is no oil leaking at all.
Petr, It may seem strange but I find it reassuring to be warned about a problem we are NOT likely to have with our 1GR-FE engines. People with the cash in the USA and Canada might want to RUSH out and get a 4Runner today so they can get one of these engines with famously non-leaking valve cover gaskets before it is too late. In contrast, People in the Middle East can wander casually down to their local Toyota dealer and select the 1GR-FE in their choice of a Prado, Land Cruiser, Hilux, Fortuner, FJ Cruiser or 70 Series ;-)
@@elonsus9747 Since I posted this comment I noticed there were some new Land Cruiser 200 Series for sale with the 4.0 V6. The price was...........$46,500
my 2006 1GR-FE developed a passenger side valve cover leak at 120,000. apparently, it's a common issue, as I know two other people with tacomas who had the same issue.
Mine leaked on the passenger side of the timing chain cover, had the dealer replace it 3 times, with new ones, still leaked, got rid of the tacomas, 2007 and 2012.
Petr, 2008 4runner SR5 1GR-FE with 295K miles....leaks on the backside of the driver side Valve Cover and both covers at the spots where the front timing cover has the extra FIPG for the seam.....I am about to do bilateral VC gasket replacement. I will also do that square window in passenger side front timing cover as it also leaks.
I have a 1gr-fe in my fj cruiser and I believe I have an oil leak on cylinder 6. there is oil on my coil pack and dripping down from where the valve cover gasket meets the valve cover.
I purchased a 1GRFE powered light truck and had concerns about the complexity of the engine and reliability. Unfounded it seems as its just passing 500k klms and engine wise the only issue has been a front crank seal replacement just recently.
Front crank seal seepage at high mileage can happen but it is not common. It is an easy fix once the pulley is off but just make sure it is replaced with a genuine Toyota seal (which is red in colour) and not an aftermaket seal (which are black) as have seen the aftermarket seals fail at as low as 30,000 miles as the quality is rubbish (made in China)
Hey I have a 2007 4Runner 4.0 and it looks like it wasn’t taken care very well at 160k miles it is slightly leaking from fronts of the valve covers that being said I have read that the timing chain is a lifetime part and it doesn’t need to be changed my question is is it a good idea to do the timing chain for the long run or not
I love your channel. Can you give me your opinion on 2022 toyota tundra engine 6 cylinder twin turbos engines. Will they last 500,000 to 1,000,000. Miles without major problems. I like the v8 engine less moving parts and engine has been around a long time.
Mitsubishi V6 engines in Australia had platinum spark plugs under the intake manifold on the rear 3 cylinders and conventional spark plugs on the front 3 cylinders which were easily accessible! 🦘
This is all tacomas. Contracts with both companies as OEMs and different sides get assembled on different lines or factories. Can be replaced with either/or
Great forum, thank you! Can you give advice on why my alternator gauge keeps fluctuating and my headlights go dim and them brite while idling or when I am stopped and have my foot on the brake ? I had my alternator replaced 3 months ago. 2010 Toyota 4runnuer, V6 4 ltr.
My 07 129K miles passenger side had a small leak, I replaced it with FelPro. The gasket alone leaked, I had to add a thin layer of silicone the vale cover and it was fine! The driver side was was dry "period".
when you first installed it did you remember to add a bit of silicone where the engine block and timing cover meets? If didn't then it will always leak.
The 2gr is an outstanding engine. Have one my Camry, and it’s actually really fast, also very reliable. I have 170k miles on my Camry now, and only thing I ever did to the engine was change oil and one oxygen sensor.
I have seen in two of your videos and on my own 2006 Tundra AC also equipped with the 1GR-FE 4.0 V6 engine an accomumulation of motor oil near and around the front right, passenger, inspection port below the valve cover. I am confused; however, by the cause and correction of this small problem. Is it the front cover or valve cover or both or something else? Please advise
my 4runner started leaking at 90k.... tiny tiny leak near the intake side. it now has 150k... i've been lazy.... this will be my next project one saturday.
I just picked up a '15 with 112000 on it and it's perfect. The only evidence of engine oil on the motor is the previous owner spaced and unscrewed the oil filter without a catch container.....
I’m sorry to say I had to have my valve cover gaskets replaced on my v6 2011 Tacoma, because the gasket material hardened up so much that oil started leaking and soaked a spark plug. I also need to replace the front timing cover seal on the engine, but I’ve heard it’s outrageously expensive to do. I’m told it’s about $3000. 😳. Could that be true? I only have about 120,000 miles on the truck. I would love to take it to you because I trust you, but I’m really far away.
I'd like to have a talk with the lead engineer about 'replacing' the 4.0 with a mini van 3.5 engine. Oof. What a mistake and tragedy for Tacoma drivers.
It was actually used in more than the mini van. A few Lexus models have it and its an extremely reliable engine. I had one in a 2017 Tacoma A/T and put 120k on it in 2.5 yrs then traded for a 2019 Tacoma M/T and never had an issue. The issues with the new automatic Tacomas is they are not properly geared from the factory, ie the gear hunting issues. The 3.5 engine is better on paper, idk why people say the 4.0 is better? Re gear it or buy the manual that is geared properly and it’s 100% fine.
i have an 05 tacoma 136.000 found leaking spark plug tube seals replaced both valve cover gaskets , now driver side is dripping on manifold removed again last night put thin layer of rtv let sit over night to dry and still leaked this morning !! This is driving me nuts ive never had this happen. If any one has ran into this before please comment back thanks.
I use Pennzoil Ultra Platinum and a oversized oil filter for my Tacoma 2007 4.0 1GR-FE engine also. Instead of a 102 for Mobil I use a 209A and if its a Fram a 3614 to a 3600....I still change mine before 3500 miles....It might be a waste of money , but I don't care....I love my truck...I just changed my Transmission filter. And do a drain and fill quite often.. Rear diff ,Transfer case ,front diff etc. Just did my power steering flush with Redline D6 ATF and brake fluid with synthetic dot 3 ,,clean my MAF , changed my PCV 3x (only 6$ for PCV) and throttle body on a regular too.....Runs like a bat out of hell too...I push her WOT a lot of the time. No leaks and the engine bay looks brand new...I've done a bunch of other things , but wanted to keep it short....But for what is recommended for intervals with Full Syn? I've always been told 7500 to 10000... I wouldnt go passed 7500....Peace.
Hello Peter. I have a 2013 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 4x4 with the 4.0L V6. That same engine. I want to put Denso Plugs in my Taco. I currently have NGK Platinum plugs in there. Does Toyota make a Denso Iridium plug for the 4.0L?
@@rkgsd My Toyota Manual doesn't call for Platinum Plugs, but it was recommended by a Toyota Independent Mechanic here in my city. But I will ask my local Toyota Dealership for a Iridium Plug. Thanks for your reply.
My 4.0 Toyota is leaking at timeing cover if Toyota is so good why don’t they still have the recall! Toyota quality sucks! They are going the way of all car manufacturers! Right down the rabbit hole!!
Adding gasket maker to try and address a poor quality or poorly designed press-in-place gasket is completely hack; that's typical Toyota. Don't admit to the problem and redesign it, find the cheapest way to get it to not leak during the warranty period and then write it off.
Yeah, because the 4.0 is such a problematic engine………. He also said it was a theory. He wasn’t sure what it was. It’s probably a beefed up gasket from the factory. These engines regularly go 300k with minimal maintenance.
At 180,000 miles on my 2013 Tacoma! No valve cover leaks and no timing cover leaks like on the early 1GR-FE. No issues at all. The best truck I’ve ever owned.
I have the early model and it just starts to leak on right side bank...not that bad but it"s beggining. 213.000km on the clock
I have a 2005 taco, with the 1GRV6-FE . Runs perfect no
Oil or leaks of any kind. 220,000 miles burns no oil. I believe any good brand of engine oil is fine. My studies tell me oil gets dirty, not wearing or breaking down. Owners manual says change at 5k. I change mine at 4K. With filter and hope this truck lasts for another 200K with good maint. going forward. Best vehicle I’ve ever owned, and that includes some new ones. I bought this truck four years ago. It had 190,000 on it then. Still the best truck I ever owned!
Expect that valve cover leak... p0420 and p0430😅 i have the same truck 270K miles. Doing the carrier bearing and u joints this weekend.
Because of you, I had the confidence to replace the valve cover gasket on my 2uzfe 06 tundra! 👍she leaks no more!
Great, he has also given me the confidence to do mine tomorrow in my 04 Sequoia same engine 👍
Now we need a valve adjustment video for the 1GR-FE!! I love all you do! Great work
Great engine. I had an 08 with 328,600 when I sold it.
2014 Tacoma - 115k miles on mine. Not a drop of any fluids anywhere. Thanks for your channel.
My 2006 Tacoma trd offroad with 181,000 miles leaks from the timing cover but never hits the ground. For yrs. Nice to hear the newer versions 4.0L have leak free timing covers.
210,000 miles on my 07 FJ with the early 1GR-FE, Runs really well I think itll hit 300k easy before anything major needs to be done.
Yeah I agree they don't leak from the valve covers. They always leak from the right side of time timing cover, right where the power steering pump is at. Love that 4.0l engine though.
Some of them did, not all
Mine does this and also the damn ear that the power steering pump connects to the timing cover broke off. It also seems like that ear causes extra pressure or amplifies the vibration of the belt and causes the leak?
I noticed the oil filter was real easy to reach, unlike my 5VZ-FE
Love that about these engines! Even has a catch can underneath it that you can hook a hose up to so when you remove the filter it doesnt leak everywhere
1GR Taco offroad with 209,000 no oil leaks although the DS head gasket went at 207k so mostly all the gaskets have been refreshed with oem anyway. Runs clean n smooth!
Great job and smart work looking into the plug being loose! My same series motor as this does leak at the front passenger side of the valve cover unfortunately. 2008 motor.
when installing a valve cover gasket make sure the gasket and the matting areas are all free from oil ad contaminates, clean these places with brake fluid, and let it dry. I had oil leak problem until I found out why,
I have a 2006 Tundra with this engine. Just hit 220,000 miles. Got it with 14k miles. Never had a head gasket leak. Or any other major issues. Hell, she’s still got the original serpentine belt!
Thanks Petr - I was brought to your channel because of your Echo valve cover gasket change (I have 2002 Echo hatchback 1.3) but I have stayed because I love your attention to detail and I learn even if you don't often service Toyota Echo. My Echo has a 20th birthday next year in August and is still highly reliable vehicle for me. I request a long term service review for the Echo - what I should look for etc. I know you can only make video's on the cars that you service so I understand its difficult to do this. Thanks again for your effort in making youtube videos.
Only leak I've had on my engine was early one winter morning. It was -40° outside and the pressure sensor cracked when I started it up.
Lol my 12 Tacoma 1GR-FE passenger side valve cover gasket just started leaking. Thinking of going with the Felpro gasket.
Mine does weep lightly on the passenger side, and having been on tacoma forums it certainly happens - but i do believe that it is generally rare.
2012 taco, 470k miles. Just replaced valve cover gasket. Leaked oil into #3 spark plug well. Only issue I have had with the engine so far.
My Taco 21 had an oil leak at the oil filler neck to valve cover housing at just 100 miles! Removed the joint and found a fine piece of hair like thread at the gasket. Fixed all back and still a small seep. Ended up applying FIPG and is all good now.
2001 2uz V8 tundra with 262xxx, had the valve cover gaskets replaced
That's cause the 2uzfe is the best engine ever made
2008 tacoma sr5 4x4 v6 6-speed 220k miles ... zero drips in the driveway ever
I have an 07 1GR with 187K miles and it has a leak from both valve cover gaskets but more so the passenger side. Hoping to get that fixed soon as I'm losing a quart between every oil change
My 2008 Tacoma did get a tiny leak on the passenger side valve cover. It was at 210000 miles though, not bad.
What gasket did you go for? I have a 2012 Tacoma 4.0 with 139k miles. Passenger side valve cover started to leak a bit. Thinking of using felpro gaskets.
@@Walterrinho sorry but I’m not sure what brand my mechanic used. He only uses OEM parts though.
Along with improved design its my experience a proper oil catch can prevents clogging PCV preventing any blow out of seals.
My 1998 Corolla had to have its valve cover gasket replace a few times in the 18 yrs I owned it, so far, the 2010 Yaris I bought in 2016 has 160k miles and it still has the original gasket and there is no oil leaking at all.
Peter bring on the repair videos missed the actual repairs you have done in the past
And when I make one, views are low, I wonder why
Because most people dont appreciate an honest and Knowledgeable Mechanic like yourself
Petr, It may seem strange but I find it reassuring to be warned about a problem we are NOT likely to have with our 1GR-FE engines. People with the cash in the USA and Canada might want to RUSH out and get a 4Runner today so they can get one of these engines with famously non-leaking valve cover gaskets before it is too late. In contrast, People in the Middle East can wander casually down to their local Toyota dealer and select the 1GR-FE in their choice of a Prado, Land Cruiser, Hilux, Fortuner, FJ Cruiser or 70 Series ;-)
It would be amazing if we could get those vehicles over in the US with 1GR. People will keep these vehicles for ages.
@@elonsus9747 Since I posted this comment I noticed there were some new Land Cruiser 200 Series for sale with the 4.0 V6. The price was...........$46,500
@@rightlanehog3151 Oh wow...
My 2013 Tacoma is leaking for the valve cover gasket. I wish I drop you pictures. You don’t know it all!
my 2006 1GR-FE developed a passenger side valve cover leak at 120,000. apparently, it's a common issue, as I know two other people with tacomas who had the same issue.
Yup. 05 4runner. Passenger side has residue along the mating surface
Yup same here
Same here
Do i need to replace it or not??
I've been driving it like this for the past 5 years with no problems,
.@@ahmedhadi2636
Mine leaked on the passenger side of the timing chain cover, had the dealer replace it 3 times, with new ones, still leaked, got rid of the tacomas, 2007 and 2012.
Great video. Thanks for keeping it clean.God Bless
Petr, 2008 4runner SR5 1GR-FE with 295K miles....leaks on the backside of the driver side Valve Cover and both covers at the spots where the front timing cover has the extra FIPG for the seam.....I am about to do bilateral VC gasket replacement. I will also do that square window in passenger side front timing cover as it also leaks.
Hello my friend welcome back 👍👍👍
I have a 1gr-fe in my fj cruiser and I believe I have an oil leak on cylinder 6. there is oil on my coil pack and dripping down from where the valve cover gasket meets the valve cover.
I purchased a 1GRFE powered light truck and had concerns about the complexity of the engine and reliability. Unfounded it seems as its just passing 500k klms and engine wise the only issue has been a front crank seal replacement just recently.
Front crank seal seepage at high mileage can happen but it is not common. It is an easy fix once the pulley is off but just make sure it is replaced with a genuine Toyota seal (which is red in colour) and not an aftermaket seal (which are black) as have seen the aftermarket seals fail at as low as 30,000 miles as the quality is rubbish (made in China)
Original owner of a 2012 Tacoma prerunner with 110,000 miles on it, and absolutely no leaks anywhere.
Thank you
Hey I have a 2007 4Runner 4.0 and it looks like it wasn’t taken care very well at 160k miles it is slightly leaking from fronts of the valve covers that being said I have read that the timing chain is a lifetime part and it doesn’t need to be changed my question is is it a good idea to do the timing chain for the long run or not
2003 4Runner 1GR-FE 250k miles leaking valve cover gasket on passenger front.
Might be the timing chain tensioner cover from what I have researched.
I love your channel. Can you give me your opinion on 2022 toyota tundra engine 6 cylinder twin turbos engines. Will they last 500,000 to 1,000,000. Miles without major problems. I like the v8 engine less moving parts and engine has been around a long time.
I have 280,000 miles, no,leaks, burns no oil. 👌🏻
My 1GR-FE from 2003 got a terrible oil leak from both valve covers at around 300,000kms. Little annoying to replace but not too hard!
The first time I replaced the spark plugs on my '09 1GR-FE, the passenger's side plugs were Denso and driver's side were NGK. From the factory.
Mitsubishi V6 engines in Australia had platinum spark plugs under the intake manifold on the rear 3 cylinders and conventional spark plugs on the front 3 cylinders which were easily accessible! 🦘
This is all tacomas. Contracts with both companies as OEMs and different sides get assembled on different lines or factories. Can be replaced with either/or
@@coopersloan3938
This was on my '09 4Runner. That makes sense. One engine coming together at two different factories.
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Great forum, thank you! Can you give advice on why my alternator gauge keeps fluctuating and my headlights go dim and them brite while idling or when I am stopped and have my foot on the brake ? I had my alternator replaced 3 months ago. 2010 Toyota 4runnuer, V6 4 ltr.
My 07 129K miles passenger side had a small leak, I replaced it with FelPro. The gasket alone leaked, I had to add a thin layer of silicone the vale cover and it was fine! The driver side was was dry "period".
when you first installed it did you remember to add a bit of silicone where the engine block and timing cover meets? If didn't then it will always leak.
Aha, that maybe the reason why it leaked. According to the instruction from FelPro, no silicone was needed.
2GRE-FE V6 3.5, 192k 2008 Highlander has ZERO Oil Leaks and burns 1/4inch off dip stick every 15k miles. I run it hard too.
Full of shit. U must be those type that only know how to pump gas n go. 😂
The 2gr is an outstanding engine. Have one my Camry, and it’s actually really fast, also very reliable. I have 170k miles on my Camry now, and only thing I ever did to the engine was change oil and one oxygen sensor.
I have seen in two of your videos and on my own 2006 Tundra AC also equipped with the 1GR-FE 4.0 V6 engine an accomumulation of motor oil near and around the front right, passenger, inspection port below the valve cover. I am confused; however, by the cause and correction of this small problem. Is it the front cover or valve cover or both or something else? Please advise
Mine ('04) leaks on both sides, 160,000 miles. My '90 22r-e, bought new in '89, neither leaks nor burns oil @ 285,000 ...
I have a 2005 Toyota Tacoma with 85,000+ miles and just late last year and my valve cover gasket is leaking right now.
my 4runner started leaking at 90k.... tiny tiny leak near the intake side. it now has 150k... i've been lazy.... this will be my next project one saturday.
2005 with 280 K just started leaking at passenger side valve cover.
I’m on my 2nd set. Soon to be my third. I changed my pcv regularly. What’s wrong?
Excellent video brother👍🏽
Much appreciated , thank you for watching
Double thumbs up 👍👍
I just picked up a '15 with 112000 on it and it's perfect. The only evidence of engine oil on the motor is the previous owner spaced and unscrewed the oil filter without a catch container.....
Just a shame that this bulletproof engine is drawing to a close and we will see it soon no more… Just sad
At least these days we get a warning that change is coming. Fans have at least one more year to buy a 4Runner with this engine.
I’m sorry to say I had to have my valve cover gaskets replaced on my v6 2011 Tacoma, because the gasket material hardened up so much that oil started leaking and soaked a spark plug. I also need to replace the front timing cover seal on the engine, but I’ve heard it’s outrageously expensive to do. I’m told it’s about $3000. 😳. Could that be true? I only have about 120,000 miles on the truck. I would love to take it to you because I trust you, but I’m really far away.
Same issue on my 08 v6 4.0 with 160000
same here my 07 hilux seal was a big job but not 3k
I don't think toyota put those sealant on the valve cover gasket at the factory. some shop or at the dealer messed it up.
I'd like to have a talk with the lead engineer about 'replacing' the 4.0 with a mini van 3.5 engine. Oof. What a mistake and tragedy for Tacoma drivers.
It was actually used in more than the mini van. A few Lexus models have it and its an extremely reliable engine. I had one in a 2017 Tacoma A/T and put 120k on it in 2.5 yrs then traded for a 2019 Tacoma M/T and never had an issue. The issues with the new automatic Tacomas is they are not properly geared from the factory, ie the gear hunting issues. The 3.5 engine is better on paper, idk why people say the 4.0 is better? Re gear it or buy the manual that is geared properly and it’s 100% fine.
good stuff good trucks!
i have an 05 tacoma 136.000 found leaking spark plug tube seals replaced both valve cover gaskets , now driver side is dripping on manifold removed again last night put thin layer of rtv let sit over night to dry and still leaked this morning !! This is driving me nuts ive never had this happen. If any one has ran into this before please comment back thanks.
good video
I have the same engine in my 07 prerunner and the valve cover gasket failed twice.
Thank you!
You're welcome!
differential / gear oil RTV ?
My 2012 4.0 is starting to leak on the passenger side.
What's worse is that they leak from the damn head gaskets. I'd rather have the valve cover leak lol
what is the recommended oil change interval for these when using full synthetic oil?
Depending on type of use I would go up to 10,000 miles
I use Pennzoil Ultra Platinum and a oversized oil filter for my Tacoma 2007 4.0 1GR-FE engine also. Instead of a 102 for Mobil I use a 209A and if its a Fram a 3614 to a 3600....I still change mine before 3500 miles....It might be a waste of money , but I don't care....I love my truck...I just changed my Transmission filter. And do a drain and fill quite often.. Rear diff ,Transfer case ,front diff etc. Just did my power steering flush with Redline D6 ATF and brake fluid with synthetic dot 3 ,,clean my MAF , changed my PCV 3x (only 6$ for PCV) and throttle body on a regular too.....Runs like a bat out of hell too...I push her WOT a lot of the time. No leaks and the engine bay looks brand new...I've done a bunch of other things , but wanted to keep it short....But for what is recommended for intervals with Full Syn? I've always been told 7500 to 10000... I wouldnt go passed 7500....Peace.
5000 not 10000 . ull get petrol contamination in the engine
X1.25 speed, you're welcome
Same engine. No leaks.
My 1GR-FE leaks a tiny bit of oil in my 2007 4runner
from the passenger corner of the valve cover gasket
Mine didn't get the memo...😢
My gos thrus a quort or so. In a couple of weeks
My 2003 4Runner V8 2UZ-FE never leaks.
Hello Peter. I have a 2013 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 4x4 with the 4.0L V6. That same engine. I want to put Denso Plugs in my Taco. I currently have NGK Platinum plugs in there. Does Toyota make a Denso Iridium plug for the 4.0L?
Sadly, Peter doesn't reply to comments. If the manual calls for platinum, stick with that. The engineers know more than us.
I ran the OEM Densos for 15 years in my Tacoma. No issues. Replace every 30k.
I used Denso K20HR-U11
@@ToyotaMaintenance Thanks Peter.
@@rkgsd My Toyota Manual doesn't call for Platinum Plugs, but it was recommended by a Toyota Independent Mechanic here in my city. But I will ask my local Toyota Dealership for a Iridium Plug. Thanks for your reply.
The valve covers don't leak because the front cover likes to seep on the passenger side lol
Its a 4.0. And they dont leak oil they burn the oil
My 4.0 Toyota is leaking at timeing cover if Toyota is so good why don’t they still have the recall! Toyota quality sucks! They are going the way of all car manufacturers! Right down the rabbit hole!!
Where are you located or how can I find your shop
try going to the channel and clicking the "about" tab
Arcata CA
They do leak. I have had 2 FJ Cruisers with same engine. Had to replace valve cover gasket on both engines. L video
Adding gasket maker to try and address a poor quality or poorly designed press-in-place gasket is completely hack; that's typical Toyota. Don't admit to the problem and redesign it, find the cheapest way to get it to not leak during the warranty period and then write it off.
Yeah, because the 4.0 is such a problematic engine………. He also said it was a theory. He wasn’t sure what it was. It’s probably a beefed up gasket from the factory. These engines regularly go 300k with minimal maintenance.
axe to grind much?
First