Pontiac Vibe / Toyota Matrix Valve Cover Gasket Replacement - DIY How To
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In this video, I show you how to remove and replace the valve cover gasket on a Pontiac Vibe with the 1.8 engine in it. This is the same for a Toyota Matrix. Enjoy watching!
Thanks so much man. Just picked up a 07 Matrix for my wife. After replacing the gasket, ignition coils and plugs, she sounds as good as new. The car, not the wife.
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Car still running new ? 😮
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I have zero aptitude for anything mechanic. I watched this tutorial and followed every instruction. It was fairly simple and I haven't lost any oil in my severely leaking 2009 Matrix in over a week. Thanks for posting kind Sir!
03 matrix. Altenator was soaked in oil. It fried out. Changed the valve cover gasket and fixed. Great video. My 17 year old daughter thanks you.
Thanks Chad. You make it look easy. Been looking at buying a Vibe with under 200k and doing my own maintenance on it.
These Vibes are so easy to work on and very dependable. They are essentially Toyota's with a Pontiac shell. :)
Great video! You saved me man! I'm not a car guy but was able to do this for my daughter's car and I have you to thank for it. Much success on your channel, thanks!
You are very welcome! Thanks for coming back and writing this! :)
Sorry, I assumed the missing bolt was causing the oil problem. Great video, good to show people, how a quick fix, like the person who attempted to fix a problem with liquid gasket before you, can cause all sorts of problems.
In all honesty my P.Vibe has been shaking a lot and I’m looking to keep this car for a long time so I wanna change everything I can your videos help me to do so
Thank you. I like to fix whatever I can whenever possible. That looks fairly easy.
Thank you for the video. Very helpful. I'm an automotive painter so mechanics is not my strong point but it helps to have a video too watch just so I don't miss any steps. It looks pretty easy I'm going to do it this weekend along with replacing the starter. Then a full oil change. I appreciate the videos and instruction on doing it correctly. Keep up the good videos!
it actually needs some RTV where the timing chain side of the engine is. Just two spots. Torque specs are around 7lbft
Yes. A Toyota tech told me the same thing. Also should clean all surfaces with break cleaner before placing new gasket
Canoeshoe. Thanks for the torque spec. He really should of gave it on the video. It should be torqued middle to outside in 3 increasing torque steps.
Just picked up an 08 vibe as a daily beater. Thanks for the video brother 🙏
I replaced the coil packs and plugs in my matrix and it had oil down in the plug hole as well. Think I am going to change my gasket. 272,000 miles.
I would totally recommend doing that as well!
Nice of you to share your knowledge with us. Thanks
Appreciate for the video. I'm about to work on my girl's mother matrix valve cover. This was a great help!
Thanks for the video. This helped me immensely. After getting a broken ignition coil out I did my valve cover gasket bc its leaking into the No1, No3, No4 spark plug, 213,000 mi 08 Pontiac Vibe. My question is there not a pattern that you have to tighten to keep from smashing the gasket.
Start from center and work out tightening slowly and don't tighten them all the way down at first. Make about 3 passes. They are small bolts and don't need much torque. Maybe 10 foot lbs. I highly recommend not using an impact unless you are very use to it.
Great, informative video! One thing that has me concerned is that someone suggested putting down a dab of gasket maker in two areas where timing chain cover meet - toward left side (when looking frm frnt of car). What r your thoughts ??👍🏼🚙
Thanks for this. Going to change mine today on a 2007 Matrix. Changed plugs and saw oil on two of them.
Thank you for watching! I hope it went well!
My number 3 on my 2008 Vibe has oil in it too. So I will be replacing mine will order same FelPro. Good video thanks!
Glad to help!
Just replaced the timing chain in my 07 matrix xr. Couldn't remember where that stacked stud went. Thanks for your time and info.
My vibe has 428000. Miles and I was wondering where the oil was coming from I thought worst thing but after your video it seen it was the gadget thanks it
My vibe keeps blowing number 3 coil.. im gonna try to do this today! Thank you!
Thanks for this video it helped a lot when I was having to do my sisters because of misfiring in cylinder 4 with the oil leak thank you so much. Although I had a problem with the rubber end of the coil pack getting suctioned to the spark plug
Now would have been a great time to also replace the PVC valve and the timing chain tensioner
Replace the two screw gaskets too ot comes with the fel pro gasket
nice video but even valve cover bolts have a torque spec, and putting a little permagasket on the bottom of the new gasket will help keep it in place while you wiggle it on. If it's off and gasket comes out of the groove and it will leak big time, And then you have to redo the process
Thought I needed a gasket with a sealer also, looks like I don't . Thank you, subed 👍🙂
Just replaced the gasket in my ‘03 Matrix. This video was a huge help! Thx for sharing 👍
You are very welcome!!! Thank you for watching!
Your awesome thank you I've done this on a gmc envoy but just wanted to see if this is as easy as Scott Kilmer says 😅
Very helpfull video replaced my sons car 2009 Vibe
You should of cleaned the cover with break clean before putting the gasket on helps so much on engine life
Dude thank you so much!
simple and easy to do ... but think it over whether you are handy at it and whether you will ever do it again! You may sell the car and paying a mobile mechanic reassures a buyer. My 2000 Toyota Corolla with 300K miles had it done by a pro mechanic one time lately and it was done over 100K miles ago and the car will be sold in a year or so...
Mine was Leaking oil got a 04 vibe GT love the car
Good instructions. Easy to follow.
Thanks you!! :)
Thanks very helpful.
Thank you so much for this video! It helped me a lot! I just saved myself $200. I've pressed the "Like" button and subscribed your channel!
VERY AWESOME! Saving money is the best :) Glad I could help!
Thanks man
I wonder if the gasket maker was there to hold the gasket in place.
You do need it in two spots though, at the seams right where the timing chain cover meets the head. Just two pea sized dabs.
Great DIY video bro 🙏🏾💯!
I'll be replacing the valve cover gasket in my '07 Vibe later this week; I noticed you left out a number of steps - did you do them off-camera, or just left them out? Specifically, you spent no time cleaning the underside of the valve cover, nor did you wipe down the mating surfaces on the head itself. I'll admit, when I've done valve cover (or head) gaskets in the past, I usually drain the oil, then flush some kerosene (or gunk motor flush - same thing) down the head to give a clean push to anything that's been 'stuck' in the valve cover section. (technically, in this one, it's not so much the 'valve' cover as the dual overhead cam cover, which is a mouthful)
I do appreciate your going through the disassembly steps, so I have a better idea of where all the bolts and nuts are - I have oil leaking from both back corners of the valve cover.
thanks chad very helpful.
Doing a tuneup noticed oil in the sparkplug tube so yes new gasket needed.
Thank you so much!!!!
You’re welcome!
Excellent video. I am going to need help with mine. I think mine is not only having a valve cover gasket problem but possibly a valve guide seal leak. I got a used motor from a junkyard. Man went to jail because he crushed the car and kept no records so I don't know. The little engine has gone almost 60thousand miles but the spark plugs are now getting covered in stuff after three months. The black ignition coils wont stay down because the ten mm volts are stripped from having to get into it constantly. I had a flashing check engine light and now am broken down in a parking lot. The tailpipe did not have airflow and I could feel the misfire happening. This nonsense has been going on since it was installed in 2013. I have to buy additional oil quarts to add to keep the oil level where it should be. The problem though is that the more I have to add oil the more fouled the plugs get.
Sounds like you got a shitty engine from the scrap yard. Unfortunately you end up with other people's lack of maintenance when doing that. Also who knows how long the engine Sat with no fluids in it causing seals and gaskets to dry out.
You da man, man
Great job, thanks for the walkthrough.
Excellent video yet again. 👌🏾👊🏽
Nice video
Possible prevented maintenance project . I have an 2004 Toyota matrix with 200k on it . Got it sound at 163k don't really know the previous maintenance history
Thanks❤
Great video. Giving me confidence to do this and save money. How do you clean the oil in the #3 well? Do you bother?
My woman’s car is an 03 Pontiac Vibe. I got the code for cylinder 4 misfire. I started with the spark plugs. Just got done replacing all 4 of those. Took it for a spin and I can tell it’s still misfiring. My next step is going to be the coil packs. I noticed oil on a couple of the spark plugs. I’m working with a budget tho and hope it’s the coil pack. But I know the valve cover gasket needs to be replaced because of the oil on the spark plugs
If you have a buddy that can help you, you can test the coil for spark by removing it and putting an old spark plug in the bottom of it and put it close to a ground of the car. Then have your buddy turn over the key. If you see spark, then you know the coil is good. Just be extremely careful because that spark can hurt. I know from experience
That is NOT gasket maker like you had mentioned. That is oil foam. Also you didn't clean off the surfaces on the valve cover and engine first before putting it back together?!
LOL
He also didnt cross thread and he over torque the bolts with a impact gun. Just creating the same problem in the future.
Thank's man! is it the same for my Pontiac wave 2006 hatchback 1.6L L4? Waiting for answer! Than's again Sir!
Bought used, profusely leaking out the back and fried an the oxygen sensor connector so we have to replace that too 😂
Surprised you didn’t use seal like two dots?! Cool video
About to do mine in 05 Matrix .
Also what is the valve called that you took the top hose off right side of motor ? Abwhat does that do
Quick question... I'm in the midst of doing the Berryman piston soak. I need to replace my valve cover gasket since my 2 and 3 cylinders spark plugs are soaked with oil. I'm wondering if I should replace the gasket now or wait till I'm done with the process?
Thanks I was worried when I changed my plugs and had oil dripping from two of them. So its just the valve cover gasket that should be replaced now.
Yep, just the valve cover. Should be pretty easy for you. Good luck and hope it resolves your issues! thanks for watching!
Very nice video well done
I got the gasket u did. I found 2 small black seals, do they go to anything? Btw what type of oil are u using in ur vibe??
Would oil on a coil pack be an indication that you need new gasket?
I am using oil like crazy. My mechanic says it's the valve cover gasket.
But he says, you need a little gasket maker stuff in some corners where there is a seam. Is this not the case?
He says that is a big reason for leaks, because these seams leak.
I have an 2005 matrix and the engine started tapping does that mean I have to replace the engine or is there something else that I can check cause it sounds like it's coming from the top part of the engine
Sometimes on these engines, the timing chain tensioner can go bad, causing slack in the chain. You can get a slapping noise from the top guide if that is the case. Just throwing out a possible issue. Hope it helps!
Thanks for the video
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!
Just an FYI on the use of gasket maker. Our 2012 Ford Focus leaked oil like a sieve from the valve cover. Replaced the gasket twice, followed all the torque specs, still leaked. Then a mechanic friend suggested that there was probably a machining imperfection that was causing the issue meaning the rubber gasket couldn't form a tight enough seal, so he suggested using a thin layer of gasket maker to provide additional coverage. It's been about 5K miles since I did that and no leaks. Wouldn't do this as a matter of course but who wants to spend their weekend replacing expensive engine parts just so a $20 gasket can seat correctly?
We also have a 2005 Vibe and let me tell you, working on the Vibe compared to the Focus is night and day. Takes me a quarter of the time to do the same job on the Vibe because it's so DIY-friendly. The Focus is just a cramped, confusing mess.
You can't compare a focus with a vibe/matrix. Toyota is a way better built product with tighter specs on the valve cover. Focus' are pure garbage disposable cars. There's a reason Ford stopped making them and Toyota still uses the same 1.8l engine they've been using for years and years
Good job
Pressure is building up in the engine and not going through the exhaust maybe I need to change the gasket?????
Appreciate the vid u got my sub
I changed my plugs and had some oil in them and I’m at about 208,000 miles. Think I need to replace my gasket as well
Thanks for the video! In your experience have you heard of this been the cause of PO171 "system to lean" on a Pontiac vibe?
I have had it come on and off for a few weeks now and need to get advice or a fix (without getting shafted .....)
Cheers in advance!
You didn't dab the 2 points between the timing chain ?..
Did that affect anything?..
I've seen other videos where they do that..
You didn't
Im assuming it's the same procedure for the 2ZZ engine? Good video, thanks.
It will be very similar. You’re welcome!!
I have a 2007 Pontiac Vibe. Does this video apply?
Yes
I noticed some oil on the front of the motor on my 2006 vibe with 40,000 miles. The oil is around or above the intake. I'm guessing that could be this gasket? Im doing the intake gasket next week. Maybe I should do them both? I did the plugs last week and I didn't notice any oil in there
You mentioned clips, but didn't show them. I need to replace mine because the mechanic lost them. They say they can't find the ones that go with the 2007 Pontiac Vibe. Can you help me so I know what they look like or where I can find ones that fit my Vibe.
gasket leaking into sparkplug well, center seal must be bad
Great Video! Hopefully will try it soon. Was wondering if that was an impact driver or wrench from Black & Decker and if it's still holding up? I'm looking to get one soon. Thanks!
Hey! Thanks for watching! So, this is the quick attach impact driver from Black and Decker. I can switch between drill, impact, and other tools with the same base. Overall, it has lasted really well. But, I would only recommend for light jobs. The impact driver isn't very strong, so I only use it in certain situations. The drill works for most common household things. But, I have had it for over 5 years and no issues. Sorry for the rambling. Again, thanks for watching!
Nice
What should be the torque of the 🔩
Will this problem make my car shake and have a tough time switching gears? I haven't replaced the ignition coils yet, but found oil while changing spark plugs yesterday. Thank you
Yes! You will need to change the plugs, the ignition coils, and the gasket. The car will run like crap if any or all of these have failed.
I'm replacing mine because it too leaked into the spark plug hole.
If you have oil on your coil packs all the way to the spark plugs, how do you clean that? What products are safe to use? Thanks
You can spread it out with brake cleaner while the plug is still in there. But make sure you wipe it all out with a clean dry cloth.
The two bolts you put in the middle do they have grommet gasket with the bolts
You can buy new grommets for them if needed.
do you have to drain the oil before changing the gasket ? also do u have to disconnect the battery?
No you don't have to drain the oil before changing the valve cover gasket. You also shouldn't have to disconnect the battery, but you can if you want. Hope that helps!
Where is the knock sensor on a 2009 1.8L vibe?
Mine leaked oil on the alternator making it a more costly mistake.
btw what setting do you have on your impact? I only have a power drill and don't want to over torque them. Don't know what they are called but 1 - 24
I just picked up my valve cover gasket for my Toyota Matrix:
1. There are two little black grommets that came with the kit, are those necessary? I don't know what they're for and I didn't see you use them in the video.
2. Will this video apply to any model of the Toyota Matrix? Specifically the XR model?
1. I don’t remember using the black grommet, nor even getting any.
2. What year Matrix do you have? I know they offered 1.8 and 2.4 engines in these.
@@ChadWilliamsFixesAll I have a 2003. The grommets might not apply then or are some extra addition that's optional.
@@GuerrillaFilms1 2 middle bolts
I have a can of engine degreaser. Will that work instead of brake cleaner?
Degreaser doesn’t evaporate like brake clean does, so I would make sure it doesn’t get down into the engine.
Leaking
No specific tourque?
I did a couple google searches, it is 69 inch pounds for the bolts from the valve covers to head.
@@ChadWilliamsFixesAll so not too tight.... Doing my plugs and coils in my 04 matrix, gets the odd misfire code when really cold (-15 plus) from all cylinders. Also idles really wierd when u first start it up
Is your vehicle always in cold weather? Are you using the correct weight oil?
@@ChadWilliamsFixesAll well our winter here is about 3 months... It's parked outside and yes right oil
Im having trouble detaching the rear hose on mine. Anyone run into this problem?
The mechanic said mine was leaking so bad that it was spraying on to my alternator....eek
Is this known as the head gasket? I have a 03 XRS 2zz engine, my mechanic quoted me 2500 . It's leaking oil not that much yet and I can't seem to find the leak
Hey Johnny. No, the valve cover gasket isn't consider the head gasket. The head gasket sits between the engine block and the head. This gasket is between the head and valve cover.
@@ChadWilliamsFixesAll do you have or know of a video have the head gasket been changed?
The 2zz engines were made by Yamaha and are great engines. Stick to the 1zz by Toyota and it'll last for years and years with little maintenance.
You forgot the two little gaskets in the middle......
i believe you missed several steps. i.e. cleaning the mating areas.
yep, he did
The shop near me wanted to charge me over $1k to do this...
leaking!
Had to move the fuel injection line because of a metal clamp on the right front corner and now my fuel injectors are leaking. Didn’t cover that dude!!!!! I’ll give ya a 3 out of 10.
Bad varnish = lazy owner