This is a great how to video! I changed my valve cover gaskets on my 07 Tacoma. It took me a lot longer than you, but i got it done in an afternoon along with changing the plugs. Runs smooth and no leaks. It was just as you showed in the video. Thanks!
Awesome video - just replaced the valve cover gasket on my 2005 4-Cyl Tacoma today (took about 3 hours). The star-shaped stud bolts require a small E6 Torx Socket, and that difficult-to-reach bolt holding the metal pipe at the back (near the fuel injection rail) requires a 12mm Flex-Head Ratcheting Wrench.
Worked well for me, Thank You Brian. For those (like me) out there working under a shade tree, with a more limited tool box, I did this without the E6 socket or removing the studs. I think the studs helped me align the cover, and I figure there is some risk trying to remove the studs anyway. I also managed to loosen that 12mm bolt (bracket in the back holding the PCV plumbing) with just a 12 point box end wrench. It is slow and you might have to come up with a "cheater" to initially break the bolt. I had no cordless driver either. I used a 1/4" nut driver to spin the 10 mm screws out after breaking them with a 3/8" ratchet driver. Going back in with them I used the nut driver and a 1/4" ratchet to snug them up. Worked fine.
Great Video.I have 173000 miles on my 2008 Toyota, the leak started 142000. I replaced the Gaskets,Spark Plugs,PCV Valve and Hose.(First Time for All).It took me around five hours.I had to clean all bolts,parts and clamps was cover in oil and dirt. The two best tips that help was , loosen the 12 mm bolt in the back and remove the E6 Torx studs.
Thank you very much for the information and looks pretty easy it’s just you gotta move a couple of things out of the way and yes absolutely change your spark plugs while you’re in there doesn’t matter how many miles are on them get it done i’m gonna do my valve cover gaskets eventually they are starting to seep a little bit but with 120,000 miles on it
Great video thanks! My 2006 Tacoma is leaking on both sides right where the sealant is placed. I'm assuming Toyota knew it would probably end up leaking in these locations. At least its a pretty easy fix.
This repair is very common as the engine ages right around 100k mark. Once you see leaks around the valve cover, it is time to replace the gasket. It progresses to burnt rubber smell when you start the vehicle that infiltrates the cabin on top of losing oil over time dripping around the hot engine attracting dust etc...
Pretty good. I would have checked to see if the PCV valve needed replacing. Also, I certainly would have put a cover over the TB opening before beginning work.
I have a 2005 and mine started to Leak in the Back Corner at 80,000 when taking off the cover I had to bend the Bracket on the back of the head a little . I cleaned up the surfaces with brake clean and for added insurance I put a light coat of RTV on the mating surfaces . also when Tightening the cover all you need is a nut driver . the cover has molded raised tabs that make contact with the head when tightened down so once you make contact with the head that's it . I have 107,000 on it now and Dry as a Bone
My next Project for mine is putting on a LC Engineering Header it Wakes up the Engine and is not all that bad to install . direct bolt on and maintaining your Stock Exhaust if you wish
Thanks for this video! I just replaced the valve cover and spark plug gaskets. 1 recommendation I have to anyone that is going to attempt this: fuck that E6 female Torx bit. Just use a 12 mm deep socket and remove the nut. I was able to pull the valve cover over the studs.
I can't see it already asked, but do you HAVE to remove those two studs to remove the cover? Another video I saw did not include this information. I don't have that particular torx wrench, so I'm hoping not. Thank you!
Thank you! Just did it, I actually found leaving them in didn’t hinder the removal much, but did help align the valve cover when I went to reinstall it.
Anyone know which direction loosens the E6 torx bolts? I would think clockwise as its the opposite side of the bolt. I don't want to break the bolt because I am turning it the wrong direction to loosen it. Thanks
Great video . What gasket sealer did you use ? Black rtv. What brand . Do you think doing pvc valve at same time would be worth it. Thank you good video.
Great video Brian. It helped me a lot. I removed the battery lead before starting with this process according the haynes manual and now it does not want to idle (+-400rpm) and dies after a few seconds . I know about the VVTI relearning process but in those cases it just runs rough for 10-15 starts. Now it does not idles after 15-20 starts.I have to keep it running by adding some rpm's manually. It runs fine, does not skip a beat. Did I reconnect something in a wrong way?
My Toyota Stealership wants $350 plus tax to replace the valve cover, I will do it myself, just like I had to replace the garbage plastic thermostat bypass pipe that was leaking. Replaced it with the new steel one, and just installed 4 new coil packs because the engine started to vibrate excessively. All this occurred since hitting 109,000 miles. Almost forgot to mention, had to replace the Cat at 101,000 miles, and used Bill Hirsch paint on the rusty frame after the garbage one year sealer that the Dealership put on came off.
@@TheAlibabatreeMy buddy’s 08 4x2 Tacoma’s cat needed replacing at about 175K. The inner pack simply broke loose from the inside of the housing; it was making a ton of racket.
Be careful when using the E6 torque socket. I went to use it on the first tip and it broke off. Luckily I was able to use the nut to finish removing the cover.
Now my check engine light is on after I changed the gasket. What could cause this? I'll check later. Also what could cause water to drip from the exhaust?
I suggest you find out what the code is first with a scan tool and go from there, It could be related to the components touched on this job in which case it should be easier to fix or just another trouble that is totally unrelated to it.
I lose some (not a lot) of oil. Noticed oil on the understory after flushing and double changing the oil and filter with 206 k the other day. Today I saw oil right below and around the VCG. These are what I found after researching. Please correct my part numbers if I'm wrong. I use the truck maybe 1,800 miles/ year and plan to change the VCG in one year when I change the oil again. 2.7 MT 11214-75012 11213-75041 $34 for both online
Nice video on the gasket. I recently replaced my dads gasket and when I removed the cover I noticed the timing chain had a lil bit of slack on the top between the camshafts under the plastic guide. Is that normal to have a lil bit of play? Or it should all be tensioned tight? I couldn’t really tell in your video if your chain was a lil lose under the plastic guide.
It’s possible that the engine just rested in the spot where there is a little slack. But it’s hard to tell without seeing it. If there was rattling noise of any type before then I will suspect a problem. But most likely it’s a non-issue.
How to Automotive Oh ok. So there is a engine position where the chain can have a lil slack? Because the truck runs really good. No weird sounds or anything. She does have 250,000 miles on it but runs great. I maintain it well for my dad. Thank you for the quick answer. I was thinking the tensioner was bad or the engine was going to blow up if the timing jumped teeth.
I ordered the gasket base on n the link that you put on the bottom of the video, very disappointed when I got it, there's is nothing like the one that you use in the video !!!
I noticed a burning smell inside the cabins which led me to find oil leaking out of the valve cover, right where he is cleaning at the end of the video. I don't think this is a milage issue as much as it is a gasket failure issue. FYI, my truck has 130,000 miles.
I went 100mph for an hour from Atlanta to augusta on I 20, and after that my gasket failed as well. I'm at 156,000 miles and failed in the left rear side of gasket. Thanks for the help y'all. 2010 2.7l base model taco
cantucki that would make a huge mess and it's not necessary to seal the gasket. If you look at how the factory does it you will only find small amounts of Silicone.
HW Simmons different climates can affect them. That’s my guess. Mine has a little over 100k and it’s got a nice little leak on the left side and I’m in Ohio. I figure that could have something to do with ut
@@williamschwan207 I'm from North Carolina, in the winter it usually gets down in the lower 30's/upper 20's where I'm at so that could be a possibility.
Who was the fucking genius that engineered the engine and designed the intake tunnel assembly to be put on top of an engine? Come on man! Why can't they just switch the fucking battery on the other side and the intake on to the other? Fuck common sense!
This is a great how to video! I changed my valve cover gaskets on my 07 Tacoma. It took me a lot longer than you, but i got it done in an afternoon along with changing the plugs. Runs smooth and no leaks. It was just as you showed in the video. Thanks!
Awesome video - just replaced the valve cover gasket on my 2005 4-Cyl Tacoma today (took about 3 hours). The star-shaped stud bolts require a small E6 Torx Socket, and that difficult-to-reach bolt holding the metal pipe at the back (near the fuel injection rail) requires a 12mm Flex-Head Ratcheting Wrench.
My wiring harness was a hell of a lot more snug, but I got it done with your assistance. Thanks for that and he doesn't smoke anymore.
Worked well for me, Thank You Brian. For those (like me) out there working under a shade tree, with a more limited tool box, I did this without the E6 socket or removing the studs. I think the studs helped me align the cover, and I figure there is some risk trying to remove the studs anyway. I also managed to loosen that 12mm bolt (bracket in the back holding the PCV plumbing) with just a 12 point box end wrench. It is slow and you might have to come up with a "cheater" to initially break the bolt. I had no cordless driver either. I used a 1/4" nut driver to spin the 10 mm screws out after breaking them with a 3/8" ratchet driver. Going back in with them I used the nut driver and a 1/4" ratchet to snug them up. Worked fine.
I'm going to give this a go on my brother's Taco in the morning and this video is a great help on what I'm getting in to. Thanks!!!
Nice vid, BTW torque specs for the valve cover is 80 in-lbs
Great Video.I have 173000 miles on my 2008 Toyota, the leak started 142000. I replaced the Gaskets,Spark Plugs,PCV Valve and Hose.(First Time for All).It took me around five hours.I had to clean all bolts,parts and clamps was cover in oil and dirt. The two best tips that help was , loosen the 12 mm bolt in the back and remove the E6 Torx studs.
Thank you for the tutorial. Found it informative and complete. 2006 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L inline 4. 219k miles. Gasket was hardened and brittle.
I'm at 140K on my 07 and it needs replaced. going to tackle it soon. thanks for the quality vid
Dude you're a legend. And thanks to your comment section for clarifying a few things
I just replaced the valve cover gasket on my Tacom this morning, thank you so much for this video it was a great help!
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I don't think I would tackle this on my own, but at least seeing this gives me comfort that the estimate that the shop gave me is very reasonable.
frank3 glad the video helped you come to the best decision for you. It’s definitely a lot of work. Thank you for watching!
What was the quote amount?
Thank you for the great video! I was able to get my valve cover gasket replaced in about 2 1/2 hours.
Do you remove to torx studs or the nut itself the hanes says remove nuts you say use t6 female torx to remove stud so not sure which to do
I left mine in and it helped me get the cover back on and lined up well.
Thank you very much for the information and looks pretty easy it’s just you gotta move a couple of things out of the way and yes absolutely change your spark plugs while you’re in there doesn’t matter how many miles are on them get it done i’m gonna do my valve cover gaskets eventually they are starting to seep a little bit but with 120,000 miles on it
Very informative well done video! And very well edited! Thank you for posting this video!
Great video thanks! My 2006 Tacoma is leaking on both sides right where the sealant is placed. I'm assuming Toyota knew it would probably end up leaking in these locations. At least its a pretty easy fix.
This repair is very common as the engine ages right around 100k mark. Once you see leaks around the valve cover, it is time to replace the gasket. It progresses to burnt rubber smell when you start the vehicle that infiltrates the cabin on top of losing oil over time dripping around the hot engine attracting dust etc...
Great video very understandable and right to the point no beating around the bush awesome
Cool video tutorial. I have a Tacoma sitting at 145k and has oil leak to the side. This project is next and make it easy for DIY. Thank you.
do you have to put silicone on the last steps? 6:59
Pretty good. I would have checked to see if the PCV valve needed replacing. Also, I certainly would have put a cover over the TB opening before beginning work.
I have a 2005 and mine started to Leak in the Back Corner at 80,000 when taking off the cover I had to bend the Bracket on the back of the head a little . I cleaned up the surfaces with brake clean and for added insurance I put a light coat of RTV on the mating surfaces . also when Tightening the cover all you need is a nut driver . the cover has molded raised tabs that make contact with the head when tightened down so once you make contact with the head that's it . I have 107,000 on it now and Dry as a Bone
1995dresser sounds like you got it licked good job.
My next Project for mine is putting on a LC Engineering Header it Wakes up the Engine and is not all that bad to install . direct bolt on and maintaining your Stock Exhaust if you wish
Mine was leaking in the same place and same milage
Hey brian Working Hands Automotive here nice video
Thanks for this video! I just replaced the valve cover and spark plug gaskets.
1 recommendation I have to anyone that is going to attempt this: fuck that E6 female Torx bit. Just use a 12 mm deep socket and remove the nut. I was able to pull the valve cover over the studs.
great ill do mine this week feeling very confident to do a great job. thanks for your efforts
I can't see it already asked, but do you HAVE to remove those two studs to remove the cover? Another video I saw did not include this information. I don't have that particular torx wrench, so I'm hoping not.
Thank you!
Colin McInnis you can leave them in but it’s tougher.
Thank you! Just did it, I actually found leaving them in didn’t hinder the removal much, but did help align the valve cover when I went to reinstall it.
Thank you for your quick reply! A very helpful video!
Why do you add silicone on those corners? And what kind did you use? Great vid though
it's where the block and timing chain cover come together and helps seal that crack
Matt Matt thanks man
Excellent work, methodical, understandable! Empowering.
Did you drain the oil before you did the job
Anyone know which direction loosens the E6 torx bolts? I would think clockwise as its the opposite side of the bolt. I don't want to break the bolt because I am turning it the wrong direction to loosen it. Thanks
Great video . What gasket sealer did you use ? Black rtv. What brand . Do you think doing pvc valve at same time would be worth it. Thank you good video.
Where i can get this gasket en how much
Thanks man I appreciate this video
Great video Brian. It helped me a lot. I removed the battery lead before starting with this process according the haynes manual and now it does not want to idle (+-400rpm) and dies after a few seconds . I know about the VVTI relearning process but in those cases it just runs rough for 10-15 starts. Now it does not idles after 15-20 starts.I have to keep it running by adding some rpm's manually. It runs fine, does not skip a beat. Did I reconnect something in a wrong way?
My Toyota Stealership wants $350 plus tax to replace the valve cover, I will do it myself, just like I had to replace the garbage plastic thermostat bypass pipe that was leaking. Replaced it with the new steel one, and just installed 4 new coil packs because the engine started to vibrate excessively. All this occurred since hitting 109,000 miles. Almost forgot to mention, had to replace the Cat at 101,000 miles, and used Bill Hirsch paint on the rusty frame after the garbage one year sealer that the Dealership put on came off.
The Cat? What year is yours?
@@TheAlibabatree 2006, catalytic converter
@@bobo-si3kwdid one of ur spark plug wells have excessive ammount s of oil in em?
@@TheAlibabatreeMy buddy’s 08 4x2 Tacoma’s cat needed replacing at about 175K. The inner pack simply broke loose from the inside of the housing; it was making a ton of racket.
Very helpful, thank you.
Thank you for this video it made me subscribe
Great and very, very good explanation , Thanks a lot
Ramiro Pinon glad to help. Thank you for watching!
U appear 2 b a Very good mechanic, Thanks is was great!!! Larry
Thanks for your help
I did my check engine came on?dont know wy I replace spark plugs
Be careful when using the E6 torque socket. I went to use it on the first tip and it broke off. Luckily I was able to use the nut to finish removing the cover.
Thanks looks pretty easy
Thank you for watching!
Nicely done
I have a 2010 with 230,000 miles had to replace mine broke the plastic when reinstalled I’m sure it was uneven pressure
Now my check engine light is on after I changed the gasket. What could cause this? I'll check later. Also what could cause water to drip from the exhaust?
I suggest you find out what the code is first with a scan tool and go from there, It could be related to the components touched on this job in which case it should be easier to fix or just another trouble that is totally unrelated to it.
Water dripping from exhaust is pretty common from condensation during startup. Hot air hitting cold metal.
Excellent video
Thanks
I lose some (not a lot) of oil. Noticed oil on the understory after flushing and double changing the oil and filter with 206 k the other day. Today I saw oil right below and around the VCG. These are what I found after researching. Please correct my part numbers if I'm wrong. I use the truck maybe 1,800 miles/ year and plan to change the VCG in one year when I change the oil again. 2.7 MT
11214-75012
11213-75041
$34 for both online
Do you need to disconnect the battery?
You do not need to disconnect the battery. Just don’t turn the key on while you’re doing the job.
@@HowtoAutomotive mahalo
Great Video. Very detailed. One Question. What should a job like this cost the owner to have done? Thank You.
It’s about 11/2 hours so around $200 give or take $25 plus parts
Great video!
Good job on this vid!
Thank you..awesome video
Enjoyed this video. Thanks !
Ron Baynes thank you for watching!
Nice video on the gasket.
I recently replaced my dads gasket and when I removed the cover I noticed the timing chain had a lil bit of slack on the top between the camshafts under the plastic guide.
Is that normal to have a lil bit of play?
Or it should all be tensioned tight?
I couldn’t really tell in your video if your chain was a lil lose under the plastic guide.
It’s possible that the engine just rested in the spot where there is a little slack. But it’s hard to tell without seeing it. If there was rattling noise of any type before then I will suspect a problem. But most likely it’s a non-issue.
How to Automotive Oh ok. So there is a engine position where the chain can have a lil slack?
Because the truck runs really good.
No weird sounds or anything.
She does have 250,000 miles on it but runs great. I maintain it well for my dad.
Thank you for the quick answer.
I was thinking the tensioner was bad or the engine was going to blow up if the timing jumped teeth.
Ozzie & Leo’s Videos. With that many miles anything is possible. But hopefully not. Thank you for watching!
@@HowtoAutomotive Why didn't you replace the PCV valve while you had the cover off? Great video, thanks for doing this
Solid video. Thank you
Ryan thank you!
Definitely replace the PVC valve
Thank you for the great video.
In 2021, what is a reasonable price a mechanic should charge for all this work?
How much did you pay
@@henrymontalvo5548 -I think about $300 at my local Toyota dealer. Right now I bet it’s about $600
so good video Thank you
Enri thank you!
How easy and how long?
You can expect it to take about two hours to do it.
@@HowtoAutomotive Mahalo for the fast reply gonna do it soon
And clean the injector any video? How to.
I ordered the gasket base on n the link that you put on the bottom of the video, very disappointed when I got it, there's is nothing like the one that you use in the video !!!
torque to 80 inch pounds
Awsum video very educational n u made it ezpz 2 follow along wil try it out n c if I can accomplish dis task🤙🏾😎
Mahaloz n Alooooooooha
at what mileage was this necessary?
I noticed a burning smell inside the cabins which led me to find oil leaking out of the valve cover, right where he is cleaning at the end of the video. I don't think this is a milage issue as much as it is a gasket failure issue. FYI, my truck has 130,000 miles.
FWIW mine just went at 205,000
I went 100mph for an hour from Atlanta to augusta on I 20, and after that my gasket failed as well. I'm at 156,000 miles and failed in the left rear side of gasket. Thanks for the help y'all. 2010 2.7l base model taco
Now is a good time to replace spark plugs
why dont you add silicone to the whole area on the gasket?
cantucki that would make a huge mess and it's not necessary to seal the gasket. If you look at how the factory does it you will only find small amounts of Silicone.
Nice thankfully
Does anyone know how long the valve cover gasket on a taco generally lasts? I’m at 130k and it needs to be replaced so I’m assuming about 100k or so
Joseph Ducharme got 120,452 and notice oil around a plug so it’s time for mine.
I have 350k km in mine and only started to leak a little while ago.
Mine started leaking around, 85k miles, well maintained, do not understand why it stared so early
HW Simmons different climates can affect them. That’s my guess. Mine has a little over 100k and it’s got a nice little leak on the left side and I’m in Ohio. I figure that could have something to do with ut
@@williamschwan207 I'm from North Carolina, in the winter it usually gets down in the lower 30's/upper 20's where I'm at so that could be a possibility.
Hi, what kind of silicon did you use? Permatex ultra black or ultra grey?
Jack Blakeask I like the right stuff made by permatex
Thank you
Thank u
Who was the fucking genius that engineered the engine and designed the intake tunnel assembly to be put on top of an engine? Come on man! Why can't they just switch the fucking battery on the other side and the intake on to the other? Fuck common sense!
just don't buy a piece of shit toyoyo
Good vid man ty
Thank you for watching!