3.4L V6 5VZ-FE valve cover gasket replacement. First gen Toyota Tacoma/Third gen 4runner

This work is being done on a 1998 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 with a 3.4L V6 engine.
In this video I replace the valve cover gaskets, cam plugs, half-moons, spark plug tube seals, PCV valve with grommet, intake manifold gaskets, and the valve cover bolt washers.
This will fix the very common oil leak points from the valve covers on this particular engine.
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Working on your own vehicle is not for everyone Do this at your own risk, and do not begin a job that you do not have the patience or skill to complete It is your responsibility to verify all parts/values are correct for your exact vehicle/engine before purchasing or installing
The parts I used for this particular application:
Toyota part # Name Quantity
11213-62020 Engine Valve Cover Gasket 2
11193-70010 Spark Plug Tube Seal 6
90210-05007 Engine Valve Cover washer 16
11188-62010 Engine Camshaft Seal/plug 2
17176-62040 Intake Manifold Gasket 2
90480-18001 PCV Valve Grommet 1
12204-62010 PCV Valve 1
11183-62010 Camshaft Plug (half-moons) 4
00295-00103 Oil Pan Sealer (FIPG) 1
Torque values:
Valve cover bolts: 53 INCH lb
Bearing caps: 12 ft lbs / 144 INCH lb
Intake plenum bolts: 13 ft lbs / 156 INCH lb
Throttle body bolts: 13 ft lbs / 156 INCH lb
#5vzfe #toyotatacoma #toyota #sr5 #maintenance #valvecover #v6 #4runner

[@slowstartfast2162]

Thank you! Watched this video 4-5 times, ordered all the parts on the list plus the IAC coolant hoses, took pictures before I started and gave myself a full Saturday. Started 8:30am, finished 5:30pm 1st time doing this job. Small bright flashlight, cardboard drilled w/ holes to hold plenum fasteners. Next time maybe I soak the valve covers overnight in solvent, plus the throttle body got cleaned. Thanks again.

[@AVI80R907]

Just wanted to share. It's been one year since I did these valve covers, and they have zero leaks whatsoever. I was concerned about the placement of the FIPG sealant at first, but I followed Toyota's recommendations, and it's worked great.

[@CattyScout]

Thanks for taking the time to share this video. I did mine at the beginning of this year and everything is looking great after 8-9 months. Saved me thousands too

[@AVI80R907]

@@CattyScout That's great to hear. I'm glad the video was helpful.

[@kelleytrawinski742]

Thanks very much for the vid, I'm in the middle of doing it and its so helpful with good comments and camera work. You're a star!

[@AVI80R907]

Thanks for your comment! I'm glad to hear the video was helpful.

[@VS-q]

Thank you especially for torque specs and note about sealant time. Camera work is pretty cool as well. The only thing I learned from other videos is how to apply sealant in all those “corners”. Watching as many videos as I can find before starting this service.

[@donemmanuel4226]

Thank you for your excellent video. I did mine on a 2001 Taco.

[@AVI80R907]

You're welcome!

[@TowerofWin]

Legendary

[@Geoluvsjesus]

Thank you

[@isaiahscarborough1654]

The engine bay looks slick🔥 I’ve been wanting to do the same for both my first gen yotas as well. Where did you find your blue vacuum lines if you don’t mind me asking? Love the vid!

[@AVI80R907]

Thank you! I got the vacuum lines from www.siliconeintakes.com

[@mvaughan3546]

@@AVI80R907 Size(s) please on those silicone lines?

[@dok7072]

Dang the pricing on these parts racked up quick.

[@kiloyardstare]

What method did you use to clean the valve covers? Last time I did this job the rough aluminum surface would not scrub clean.

[@AVI80R907]

I used brakleen, but I could not get them as clean as I wanted. Maybe an aluminum cleaner would work after using brakleen.

[@burnhags2572]

Awesome video I love the breakdown Timmy the tool man does a great job in details but this was a breath of fresh air.

[@raygomez3313]

Is there a parts kit for this job, or did you buy all individual parts? Thank you

[@AVI80R907]

I bought them individually, as I wanted original Toyota parts. There are aftermarket kits, but they don't include everything you'd want to replace at the same time as the gaskets.

[@richardemery2754]

How long did the whole process take?

[@AVI80R907]

It took me about 10 hours total, and I was not in a hurry. I spent a lot of that time cleaning the valve covers and other parts before reassembly. I'd give yourself an uninterrupted weekend to do this job for the first time.

[@burnhags2572]

Would love to see you do a timing belt water pump job on the 3.4

[@AVI80R907]

It's on the to-do list!

[@mikewooten13]

As soon as I saw the worm drive hose clamps on the radiator hoses I knew this was the wrong video to watch.

[@AVI80R907]

Radiator hose clamps have nothing to do with a valve cover replacement on the 5VZ.