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Scotty, my girlfriend has a 2014 Malibu with 80k on it. Her manual says the trans fluid should have been done at 60k. Should I change it/flush it/or let it be? Keep up the great videos
Thank you Sir Scotty! I'm a lady driver and owner and a long-time subscriber from Philippines. Some mechanics are suprised to know that I know a lot of things about the car. It's because I watch your videos, I'm not a mechanic but it helps a lot when I talk to my mechanics whenever I visited for a repair. Just like today, I know that my oxygen sensor is bad so I need to buy a new one and have my mechanic replace it for me, but before doing so, I have to re-watch this video because you know.... knowledge is power!
Scotty is great when it comes to working on a vehicle. Most mechanics on TH-cam are working from a hydraulic lift. NOT MANY people have a lift in their garage and Scotty is smart enough to realize this. Great video. Thank you for producing a video that the average man can relate to.
Scotty is such a genuis mechanic. He has solutions to all problems. I really wish I had a mechanic like him living nearby. There is an issue and he resolves it rapidly, with precautions and without any trap.
Nice SC430. I like "all that plastic crap" underside my cars although it is tedious to remove and does not make for a quick inspection. My BMW is almost fully covered front to back. What it does that I like is it works to minimize corrosion from the salt and dirt,makes for smoother quieter airflow,better mileage and can help pinpoint drip sources.
Be sure you apply anti-seize paste on the threads of the O2 sensor before you reinstall it, or you'll have a devil of a time getting it out without destroying the threads the next time.
And don't buy generic o2 sensors. Be sure to use the brand that is original equipment to your make and model. Cars can be very finnicky about this. There are many crappy generic sensors that are cheaper, but don't work well at all. Also, if you replace one sensor on a bank, it's a good idea to replace the second one as well, because a new sensor and an old sensor might not agree with each other very well. These things can be a pain in the butt, but if you spend a few extra dollars and get the right OE parts, your car will be much happier.
Scotty, you are awesome! I have a check engine light recently came on. Car is running like always. Had it scanned and the read out was talking about bank one and bank two running too lean. Thanks to you, I know what banks are. I'm replacing fuel pump and filter. Car only has 135,000 miles on it. Don't know why fuel pump is going bad so soon after 22 years! Go figure!
On a 2006 Toyota Vitz with a 1KR-FE engine, I disconnected the post cat/ down stream O2 sensor wiring harness/ plug and no Check Engine Light (CEL) was visible on the cluster panel. I only remembered it was accidentally unplugged when driving a few KMs, the car gave a jerking Motion when picking up upon acceleration. So my presumption is that it doesn't always emit the CEL. Maybe just store the troubleshooting code until the O2 sensor issue is resolved. Cheers Scotty very informative vids
Florida used to do them and then they commissioned Florida State University to do a study and found that less than 1% of accidents in Florida were caused by faulty cars and believe it or not, they stopped doing them because they felt they were wasting resources and the inspections were a waste of time. Imagine that! Understand that states that do vehicle inspections perform them to steal money from their residents, that is the only reason for them $$$$$$.
@@libertatusinperpetuum2046 This has been found in several states in independent studies. In study after study the result is safety inspections have NO MEASURABLE EFFECT ON SAFETY. Those studies are fascinating reading.
At least scotty Road tests his cars he's fixed just to make sure that they are OK hear in the UK they can't be arsed, there more than happy for you to bring them back again, £££££££ a true pro scotty
easy to test w a propane torch...... when disconnected and out. Multimeter: check voltage when hot...moving flame on/off. Test heater circuit for resistance.
Always use anti-seize on the threads of the sensor when changing these O2 sensors most reputable parts come with a little package of anti-seize anyway and it's just doing yourself a favor the next time you change one or shows a little mercy to the next mechanic if you decide to hire someone.
I like Scottys mind set, he's simple and smart. He doesn't waste his money like the Majority. This is what you're average day to day millionaire looks like, They value their money. Even if you're a high earner!
That's why I love Scotty. Most do it yourself vloggers wouldn't even mention how hard those things are to unplug or just lie and say it is easy to make themselves seem like super experts.
My car had rough idle but no warning or engine lights or fault codes,I removed both O2 censors and cleaned with carb cleaner, problem solved, it ran lovely 👍
On the Pathfinder 1996 Knock sensor it was under the spider ( manifold) 480 dollars to change. Wish it was that easy- I just drove it like that for almost 12years
A talented man with at least two skills I know of - Mechanics and Videography. More I'm certain. I hope you're a millionaire Scotty. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Scotty, here's a tip for you.. run the engine till it is warmed up. Then spray the O2 sensor with a penetrating oil like Liquid Wrench. Do this every 15 minutes as the engine cools down. Do it about 4 times. As the sensor and exhaust cool, they will suck the penetrating oil into to the threads. This will make removing the sensor a LOT easier. This has worked for me several times.... This also works on rusted bolts through out the car. Heat the offending bolt or nut with a torch, then as it cools, spray it with Liquid Wrench and you would be amazed at how easy these rusted bolts can be to loosen.
Oh I forgot to mention, you will get a good deal of smoke initially when the exhaust is still hot just after engine shut down. And I have yet to have any issues with fires while doing this using Liquid Wrench.
Last unit i did O2 sensors on was a 96 'camry 2.2L- did the downstream O2 sensor with new converter..aww jeez..it took forever for the monitor to run & it didnt like the first sensor anymore- ended up doing front sensor & more monitor driving..then it was happy..good Toyota car that still passes emissions test( did a 100k complete service/inspection on it 3yrs ago)- yeah ...I really did go over everything-great little Japan unit.
Don't get aftermarket ones go to the dealer it will save you lots of headaches. After I replaced 2 of them 2 times because they were junk, I went to the Toyota dealer and yes, they cost more but never had any more problems.
I gave away my toyota soarer because of this. Transmission and engine was runing like a dream. Car was letting out black spotty smoke. No one really knew the problem . Some said it was the mass air flow sensor. Other said it was the map sensor. The prices they were giving me were like $700 _$900
Here in the UK we have a annual MOT or Ministry Of Transport Test. The brakes, suspension, structure, safety and emissions equipment is tested. The catalyst efficiency is tested on a machine that's connected to the department of transport systems and the results uploaded. So these sensors are usually in gpod condition. We don't have rotted out sill death boxes over here, or wheels locking up due to anti skid system failure. Any car caught on the road without this paperwork or car insurance is crushed.
I had an '05 Accord with a bad O2 sensor. I pulled it and suspended just the tip in gasoline over night. Screwed it back in and it was still going strong years later when I sold it.
I ran Cataclean and my check engine light went off, after my computer was scanned and they told me I needed an o2 sensor. 3 years later, haven’t had another problem.
I got the P2238 O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 1 a couple of times on my '04 RAV4. Everything else runs fine. I reset the engine light with my OBDII scan tool and all was well.
2:45 I SWEAR THOSE FREAKIN CLIPS!!!! Those damn things have been the hardest most frustrating things to remove on some car jobs Ive done. Drives me a craZzzy! 💣🤯
Scotty, SC430 is an amazing car and and am very surprise you didn't talk about it much or show the car and tell everyone what an amazing, luxury and convertible car SC430 still is and how it was built well. You show other crappy cars that are worth nothing and good for junkyard. This is one of the most finest cars Lexus every build back in 2002-2010
After she left I feel like nothing will bring me the same joy, but I’m grateful that Scotty is here to teach me how to get my car to run better it brings me the same joy when I fix something on my car
Those toyota v8s sound great. I'd just ditch the cat and disable the secondary o2 sensor through software. As long as all the ECU's readiness checks are completed and there are no codes it would still pass emissions (if it's just an OBDII check with no sniff test)
@@Lightning-gg5iumajority of the damage crushed him right below his waste line. He can't work anymore and now uses a cane to get around. Been almost 7 years now and he still hasnt recovered from all the nerve damage
The connectors on exhaust sensors are a pain to unlatch, as they use Class 4 150C capable plastics and seals. Over time the silicone seals can bond in place from the heat and the plastic stiffens. The best method is to push them in the mating direction first, press the latch hard, and then unmate.
I had one of those SC 430s as my previous car. I finally sold it after 160,000 miles. Never had to fix a thing on it aside from the speakers all going bad. Damn fine car.
@@6lemans10 I just wanted something new, really. And wear and tear had taken a toll on the looks of the car. I still loved it and recommend those cars to anyone.
Scotty you're the best.Thanks for your honest automotive knowledge and experience. I'm contemplating on buying a used vehicle,preferably a mid sized truck. I don't drive a manual but I want to learn on my on without harming that system.Any suggestions out there will be appreciated.(Not trying to spend a lot either!
Thanks for using that safety jack stand. A true fundamental. The young Scottys need to form good habits. It also gives full confidence and a guy can relax while under a couple tons.
Sometimes it amazes me to think how much money Scotty has saved over the years with his automechanic knowledge and skills. Maybe Scotty can do a video on how an average Joe with zero auto repairing skills, on a part time and leisure basis, can further their knowledge in this area?
Experience. That's the best teacher, practice practice practice. Even if you mess up, next time you will know how NOT to do something and go at it a different way. Also, you will never stop learning, Even old mechanics learn new tricks of the trade all the time.
Some GM dodginess: In 1987 my parents bought a Holden Camira in New Zealand. These were made in Australia and were a version of the Vauxhall Cavalier from England. Australia had just introduced unleaded petrol (although leaded was still available to at least 2000) but New Zealand hadn't. The NZ market cars had no cat and no oxygen sensor so the motor ran open loop. A couple of years later when unleaded fuel was introduced in NZ I got hold of a sensor and installed it. As you would expect the fuel consumption improved significantly.
Scotty your delivery and terminology is absolutely brilliant...you make me laugh as so much is the same in Belfast N.I I wish to have met such an honest michanic like you but they are as rare as Hen's teeth... Never stop .. From the expat in PATTAYA THAILAND
You Sir, are an amazing gifted individual who has a rare commodity called common sense.....I look forward to many many more videos from you as I find them very helpful. Oh and I love the humour too!
I know right ,i have an 02 sc430 and never had a problem ,the only thing i replaced was the timing belt water pump and still runs better than most new cars
I have a 2007 Nissan Murano with 195,240 miles and got a check engine light for an oxygen sensor been driving with the light on for 1894 miles with it on
On a VW/Audi engine, the right side of the engine is bank 1. Cylinders are numbered front-to-back, passenger side first: 1-2-3, then 4-5-6, unlike American cars.
Your new sensor will come with a small package of "anti-seize" compound in the box. Apply a small amount to the threads and spread evenly. Put it on towards the end of the threads so that it will work its way up the threads as you spread and it screws into the bung. Yup, the hole the sensor goes in is called a bung hole, just like on a keg of beer or whiskey. Using this compound will keep the sensor from rusting (seizing) to the threads of the different metal. Do this same thing when you change spark plugs, it'll keep you from breaking plugs off in your heads. 😀
We gotta do it homeboy. We got to get auto owners to storm the system and get those "illegal" mods that help our cars IN our cars. Watched your show as a kid Your a BADASS.
Scotty, great job on your video's. just a thought, wouldn't it be awesome if car manufactures actually engineered in a way that made it enjoyable to repair things knowing that cars will break down.
Dude I love your voice and videos. You made this fun and less stressful when I was looking up videos on how to change and oxygen sensor for my 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.7 L v6
Thank you for that. My fleet of Toyota vehicles is becoming a headache with all the O2 sensors going out. I guess I can't go too long before replacing them (?).
My 2000 Toyota Tacoma with Commiefornia emissions equipment has 2 cat converters in 1 pipe. There is an air/fuel ratio sensor before them, and an O2 sensor after them. You can sleep in a garage with that thing running and you will wake up without any poisoning to tell the tale lol.
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Scotty, my girlfriend has a 2014 Malibu with 80k on it. Her manual says the trans fluid should have been done at 60k. Should I change it/flush it/or let it be? Keep up the great videos
@@kbdadriftking Change it now your not that far over. If it had 170 on it then it might be different.
Hey scotty, what do you think of a 2001 toyota mr2 with 97k miles with a 5 speed manual transmission for $5000?
Scotty, My Aunty Drives The 03 GS300 Back Then.
@@kbdadriftking At that mileage, leave it alone. It should have been done at 40,000 miles, and a drain and fill only -- never flush.
Thank you Sir Scotty! I'm a lady driver and owner and a long-time subscriber from Philippines. Some mechanics are suprised to know that I know a lot of things about the car. It's because I watch your videos, I'm not a mechanic but it helps a lot when I talk to my mechanics whenever I visited for a repair. Just like today, I know that my oxygen sensor is bad so I need to buy a new one and have my mechanic replace it for me, but before doing so, I have to re-watch this video because you know.... knowledge is power!
Scotty is great when it comes to working on a vehicle. Most mechanics on TH-cam are working from a hydraulic lift. NOT MANY people have a lift in their garage and Scotty is smart enough to realize this.
Great video. Thank you for producing a video that the average man can relate to.
I hope he used jack stands before crawling under that car. Jacks sometimes fail.
He did, he said it in the video and showed a stand.
@@petset77 jack stands can also fail
To all of you out there I remember Scotty Kilmer is the man and he knows what he's talking about keep up the good work Scotty
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There just aren’t any mechanics like Scotty who knows cars better, thanks for all your advice,wish we had more real mechanics like Scotty.
Scotty is such a genuis mechanic. He has solutions to all problems. I really wish I had a mechanic like him living nearby. There is an issue and he resolves it rapidly, with precautions and without any trap.
I used to do my mom's car.
Scotty Kilmer is a TRUE SCOTTY
Scotty's videos represent the best of You Tube, hands down.
Scotty is so calm. If i were to do this I would be cursing that plug.
Nice SC430. I like "all that plastic crap" underside my cars although it is tedious to remove and does not make for a quick inspection. My BMW is almost fully covered front to back. What it does that I like is it works to minimize corrosion from the salt and dirt,makes for smoother quieter airflow,better mileage and can help pinpoint drip sources.
That is very interesting. Never knew why they had the plastic under the car. Your explanation makes perfect sense.
I'm sorry for your future
@@lunarpitch You referring to me having a BMW ?, haha. Good thing I'm a decent mechanic and also have a Lexus
Correct. My BMW has that too.
johnmichael karma yeah and it also protects the engine an oil pan from scrapes and rocks flying up.
This fella is great. I wont lie, i watch his videos when i dont even have this problem with my car. He cracks me up. its all good imformation.
My check engine light has been on for 8 years and I'm glad my state doesn't have smog laws.
Thanks Scotty!!! FINALLY SOMEONE EXPLAINS THW O2 SENSORS!!!!!
Be sure you apply anti-seize paste on the threads of the O2 sensor before you reinstall it, or you'll have a devil of a time getting it out without destroying the threads the next time.
They come with it on them already under plastic cap
And don't buy generic o2 sensors. Be sure to use the brand that is original equipment to your make and model. Cars can be very finnicky about this. There are many crappy generic sensors that are cheaper, but don't work well at all. Also, if you replace one sensor on a bank, it's a good idea to replace the second one as well, because a new sensor and an old sensor might not agree with each other very well. These things can be a pain in the butt, but if you spend a few extra dollars and get the right OE parts, your car will be much happier.
Hands down the best mechanic for TH-cam advice on car repairs.
Scotty, you are awesome! I have a check engine light recently came on. Car is running like always. Had it scanned and the read out was talking about bank one and bank two running too lean. Thanks to you, I know what banks are. I'm replacing fuel pump and filter. Car only has 135,000 miles on it. Don't know why fuel pump is going bad so soon after 22 years! Go figure!
On a 2006 Toyota Vitz with a 1KR-FE engine, I disconnected the post cat/ down stream O2 sensor wiring harness/ plug and no Check Engine Light (CEL) was visible on the cluster panel. I only remembered it was accidentally unplugged when driving a few KMs, the car gave a jerking Motion when picking up upon acceleration. So my presumption is that it doesn't always emit the CEL. Maybe just store the troubleshooting code until the O2 sensor issue is resolved. Cheers Scotty very informative vids
Just replaced my two 02 Senors on my 94' Celica with over 340,000 mile on it. It runs like a brand new car.
Saw a VW truck today up in The Woodlands. Proof that some people really care that their mechanics' children get into really good schools.
I'm glad I live in a state that doesn't require vehicle inspections.
What state is?
Florida used to do them and then they commissioned Florida State University to do a study and found that less than 1% of accidents in Florida were caused by faulty cars and believe it or not, they stopped doing them because they felt they were wasting resources and the inspections were a waste of time. Imagine that! Understand that states that do vehicle inspections perform them to steal money from their residents, that is the only reason for them $$$$$$.
Adams county PA doesn’t require them
@@libertatusinperpetuum2046 This has been found in several states in independent studies. In study after study the result is safety inspections have NO MEASURABLE EFFECT ON SAFETY. Those studies are fascinating reading.
@@rontiemens2553
My whole point. Accidents are caused by PEOPLE who aren't paying attention, not by their cars.
At least scotty Road tests his cars he's fixed just to make sure that they are OK hear in the UK they can't be arsed, there more than happy for you to bring them back again, £££££££ a true pro scotty
the greatest auto mechanic teacher ever.
easy to test w a propane torch...... when disconnected and out. Multimeter: check voltage when hot...moving flame on/off. Test heater circuit for resistance.
Always use anti-seize on the threads of the sensor when changing these O2 sensors most reputable parts come with a little package of anti-seize anyway and it's just doing yourself a favor the next time you change one or shows a little mercy to the next mechanic if you decide to hire someone.
A+ sir. I don't think auto mechanics even know what it is. 👍
Just use a 1200lbs impact wrench
I like Scottys mind set, he's simple and smart. He doesn't waste his money like the Majority. This is what you're average day to day millionaire looks like, They value their money. Even if you're a high earner!
That's why I love Scotty. Most do it yourself vloggers wouldn't even mention how hard those things are to unplug or just lie and say it is easy to make themselves seem like super experts.
Indeed
My car had rough idle but no warning or engine lights or fault codes,I removed both O2 censors and cleaned with carb cleaner, problem solved, it ran lovely 👍
“I don’t know why Toyota makes these. They’re absolute scumbags.” 😂
😂😂😂
Was scotty being sarcastic?
Scotty didn’t get his cheque yet
@fre d ik it annoys me to when people say it i meant is sarcasticaly
That whole part made my day. Omg ahahaha aahaha
This was one of Scotty’s most informative videos
Thank you Scotty for taking the time to share the great information that you share. It is greatly appreciated!
On the Pathfinder 1996 Knock sensor it was under the spider ( manifold) 480 dollars to change. Wish it was that easy- I just drove it like that for almost 12years
Wait, you drove the car with O2 sensor code for 12 years??!
A talented man with at least two skills I know of - Mechanics and Videography. More I'm certain. I hope you're a millionaire Scotty. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
I’ve been trying to get mine off for 2 weeks. That bad boy is really stuck in there!
Scotty, here's a tip for you.. run the engine till it is warmed up.
Then spray the O2 sensor with a penetrating oil
like Liquid Wrench. Do this every 15 minutes as the engine cools down.
Do it about 4 times. As the sensor and exhaust cool, they will suck
the penetrating oil into to the threads. This will make removing the
sensor a LOT easier. This has worked for me several times....
This also works on rusted bolts through out the car. Heat the
offending bolt or nut with a torch, then as it cools, spray it
with Liquid Wrench and you would be amazed at how easy these
rusted bolts can be to loosen.
Oh I forgot to mention, you will get a good deal of smoke initially
when the exhaust is still hot just after engine shut down. And I have
yet to have any issues with fires while doing this using Liquid Wrench.
Last unit i did O2 sensors on was a 96 'camry 2.2L- did the downstream O2 sensor with new converter..aww jeez..it took forever for the monitor to run & it didnt like the first sensor anymore- ended up doing front sensor & more monitor driving..then it was happy..good Toyota car that still passes emissions test( did a 100k complete service/inspection on it 3yrs ago)- yeah ...I really did go over everything-great little Japan unit.
The SC430 is a great vehicle
I have one and love the heck out of it!!
Aren't they just a ls430 but Coupe right?
Agreed, IDC what others say, but I love the SC430!
"The Worst Car in the History of the World"
The TAXI KAB correct
Don't get aftermarket ones go to the dealer it will save you lots of headaches. After I replaced 2 of them 2 times because they were junk, I went to the Toyota dealer and yes, they cost more but never had any more problems.
LMAO! He shows a pic of congress’ building when he said scumbags 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣😜
the Usually Scheming Aristocrats in DC
they're the Usually Scheming Aristocrats
I gave away my toyota soarer because of this. Transmission and engine was runing like a dream. Car was letting out black spotty smoke. No one really knew the problem . Some said it was the mass air flow sensor. Other said it was the map sensor. The prices they were giving me were like $700 _$900
Your community is so lucky to have you Scotty.
Here in the UK we have a annual MOT or Ministry Of Transport Test. The brakes, suspension, structure, safety and emissions equipment is tested. The catalyst efficiency is tested on a machine that's connected to the department of transport systems and the results uploaded. So these sensors are usually in gpod condition. We don't have rotted out sill death boxes over here, or wheels locking up due to anti skid system failure.
Any car caught on the road without this paperwork or car insurance is crushed.
I had an '05 Accord with a bad O2 sensor. I pulled it and suspended just the tip in gasoline over night. Screwed it back in and it was still going strong years later when I sold it.
I ran Cataclean and my check engine light went off, after my computer was scanned and they told me I needed an o2 sensor. 3 years later, haven’t had another problem.
@@miketonon7946 A lot of mechanics swear by using lacquer thinner in the gas tank to clean the catalytic converter.
I’ve heard about that. Have you tried it?
@@miketonon7946 I haven't needed too since I found out about it.
How does it work? Like what makes it function again? How'd you know that was the problem?
I don't know what we'd do without Scotty. Scotty pls make vids on classic cars. Tell us more about the 60's 70's muscle!.
I always put a lil copper Anti Seize on O2 threads. Not a lot tho, don't want it do get on sensor 👍🏻
I got the P2238 O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 1 a couple of times on my '04 RAV4. Everything else runs fine. I reset the engine light with my OBDII scan tool and all was well.
2:45 I SWEAR THOSE FREAKIN CLIPS!!!! Those damn things have been the hardest most frustrating things to remove on some car jobs Ive done. Drives me a craZzzy! 💣🤯
Scotty, SC430 is an amazing car and and am very surprise you didn't talk about it much or show the car and tell everyone what an amazing, luxury and convertible car SC430 still is and how it was built well. You show other crappy cars that are worth nothing and good for junkyard. This is one of the most finest cars Lexus every build back in 2002-2010
After she left I feel like nothing will bring me the same joy, but I’m grateful that Scotty is here to teach me how to get my car to run better it brings me the same joy when I fix something on my car
Those toyota v8s sound great. I'd just ditch the cat and disable the secondary o2 sensor through software. As long as all the ECU's readiness checks are completed and there are no codes it would still pass emissions (if it's just an OBDII check with no sniff test)
I've always been amazed at how people I see getting under a car without a jack stand.
Saw a car crush my lead tech when i was 16 and doing oil changes. I always put spare tires underneath now even if there are jack stands
@@Kamal_AL-Hinai no, damn near lost both legs though. Terrifying
David Oconnell Did he survived or suffer any head trauma?
@@Lightning-gg5iumajority of the damage crushed him right below his waste line. He can't work anymore and now uses a cane to get around. Been almost 7 years now and he still hasnt recovered from all the nerve damage
I never get under a car without jackstands. I just let someone drive over top of me. 😄
Amen. Honest Scott. God bless him for being honest.
The connectors on exhaust sensors are a pain to unlatch, as they use Class 4 150C capable plastics and seals. Over time the silicone seals can bond in place from the heat and the plastic stiffens. The best method is to push them in the mating direction first, press the latch hard, and then unmate.
U can rub brake fluid on it and let it soak it for 5 min
I had one of those SC 430s as my previous car. I finally sold it after 160,000 miles. Never had to fix a thing on it aside from the speakers all going bad. Damn fine car.
Why did you get rid of it?
@@6lemans10 I just wanted something new, really. And wear and tear had taken a toll on the looks of the car. I still loved it and recommend those cars to anyone.
Scotty you're the best.Thanks for your honest automotive knowledge and experience. I'm contemplating on buying a used vehicle,preferably a mid sized truck. I don't drive a manual but I want to learn on my on without harming that system.Any suggestions out there will be appreciated.(Not trying to spend a lot either!
Love how Scott builds Toyota up in one video and tears them down in onother.
Lol thats so true.
Thanks for using that safety jack stand. A true fundamental. The young Scottys need to form good habits. It also gives full confidence and a guy can relax while under a couple tons.
East or west, Scotty is the BEST
Sometimes it amazes me to think how much money Scotty has saved over the years with his automechanic knowledge and skills. Maybe Scotty can do a video on how an average Joe with zero auto repairing skills, on a part time and leisure basis, can further their knowledge in this area?
Go to a wrecker with some tools and pull brakes apart etc,change pads,
@@BennyBestt Great idea. I wish someone told me that in High School. I could have saved hundreds of dollars over the past forty years. LOL
@@theodorevegh6030 you tube is so handy for learning how to do things. All the best
@@BennyBestt yes TH-cam it helps a lot with some good tools and dirty hands you save a bundle
Experience. That's the best teacher, practice practice practice. Even if you mess up, next time you will know how NOT to do something and go at it a different way. Also, you will never stop learning, Even old mechanics learn new tricks of the trade all the time.
Some GM dodginess: In 1987 my parents bought a Holden Camira in New Zealand. These were made in Australia and were a version of the Vauxhall Cavalier from England. Australia had just introduced unleaded petrol (although leaded was still available to at least 2000) but New Zealand hadn't. The NZ market cars had no cat and no oxygen sensor so the motor ran open loop. A couple of years later when unleaded fuel was introduced in NZ I got hold of a sensor and installed it. As you would expect the fuel consumption improved significantly.
Hi Scotty...I enjoy these videos...keep up the hard work!
hello and thanks!
What happens when you're strut's fail
Scotty your delivery and terminology is absolutely brilliant...you make me laugh as so much is the same in Belfast N.I
I wish to have met such an honest michanic like you but they are as rare as Hen's teeth...
Never stop ..
From the expat in PATTAYA THAILAND
Scotty you are a legend.... Thank you !!!! for all that good content
Scott, I just LOVE watching you in your videos! AND you are a genius too.
You Sir, are an amazing gifted individual who has a rare commodity called common sense.....I look forward to many many more videos from you as I find them very helpful. Oh and I love the humour too!
How can a commodity be rare? 😝
Scotty you are the king of the world
Scotty, start your own car brand! Let's bring back the good old 90s cars!
Scotty is right about those stupid clips. My fingers turn blue trying to pull them off while trying not to break them
I knew it couldn’t be that big of a problem, the SC430 is damn near indestructible.
I know right ,i have an 02 sc430 and never had a problem ,the only thing i replaced was the timing belt water pump and still runs better than most new cars
Mine too. Had to change the battery after not driving it a week or so. Got a battery maintainer for winter after that.
I have a 2007 Nissan Murano with 195,240 miles and got a check engine light for an oxygen sensor been driving with the light on for 1894 miles with it on
oh scotty you crack me up with your puns and jokes😂. You're a true legend ❤️👍
I know I love this guy
Hey scotty I have changed 2 o2 sensor and 2 catalytic converters and I still have a check ingine lite
Did u change map sensor as well
You can use a pick/hook tool to lift the clip on the plug and will slide straight out 👍
Scotty RULES!!!
"Plastic crap" - Scotty 2019
Lmao
On a VW/Audi engine, the right side of the engine is bank 1. Cylinders are numbered front-to-back, passenger side first: 1-2-3, then 4-5-6, unlike American cars.
You can "BANK" on my 94 Toyota Celica not having a bunch of check engine lights on the dash and you can take that to the "BANK".
Can’t see the check engine light if you open the dash and take the bulb out
Did this on the Mazda, much more working room than the v8 on the Lexus. Got it from the top. Pre cat vent was twice as expensive than the post
Tow sentences I learned from you Scotty.
"Plastice crap"
"Endless money pits"
Love the show :)
Throw away cars. I'm going back to cars pre smog here in California, and cars that won't get thrown away. Got one more to get rid of.
This is one good reason to buy a lift . On your back under a car fighting with a 02 sensor is aging .
Your new sensor will come with a small package of "anti-seize" compound in the box. Apply a small amount to the threads and spread evenly. Put it on towards the end of the threads so that it will work its way up the threads as you spread and it screws into the bung. Yup, the hole the sensor goes in is called a bung hole, just like on a keg of beer or whiskey. Using this compound will keep the sensor from rusting (seizing) to the threads of the different metal. Do this same thing when you change spark plugs, it'll keep you from breaking plugs off in your heads. 😀
Yes, if only more people used antiseize grease when installing stuff like this it would make jobs easier for the next guy
We gotta do it homeboy.
We got to get auto owners to storm the system and get those "illegal" mods that help our cars IN our cars.
Watched your show as a kid
Your a BADASS.
Scotty, great job on your video's. just a thought, wouldn't it be awesome if car manufactures actually engineered in a way that made it enjoyable to repair things knowing that cars will break down.
Lol love how clean thAt underneath is. Here in MI. That thing would be solid rust.
I love how it's never just "plastic," it's always "plastic crap!" 🤣
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Just changed all mine .its a pain but it does make tjat engine run proper
I REALLY WISH I I WAS SCOTTY'S NEIGHBOR WOULD HELP FOR FREE SO I COULD LEARN EVEN MORE
I've decided to move to wherever he lives when I retire for just that reason
I beat you guys to it, I bought the house next door to me and gave it to Scotty; I’ll be helping with the move this weekend. 🤓
Lmfao... I know right
I second the motion!
It did cross my mind too 🇲🇼
I live in Mn. Tools you will also need is a map gas torch and probably a thread tapper to replace those.
Alternate Universe Scotty:
“And since this is Mechanic Monday, I’m giving away some plastic crap!”
Dude I love your voice and videos. You made this fun and less stressful when I was looking up videos on how to change and oxygen sensor for my 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.7 L v6
Watching this video while sitting in my Lexus
This the best demonstration video
Thank you for that. My fleet of Toyota vehicles is becoming a headache with all the O2 sensors going out. I guess I can't go too long before replacing them (?).
Them Lexus were ahead of it's time when they came out.
Greetings from Mexico
4:05 "one hand job" What? No meme?
3:46
Scotty's famous phrase "Plastic Crap", absolutely love it.
The Toyota Avalon in Australia has 6 Oxygen Sensors should I change them all ?
Holy crap 6... damn my beema has 4 n i thought dat was alot
Good luck!
No es bruno...nope...thatz nukkin futz!
My 2000 Toyota Tacoma with Commiefornia emissions equipment has 2 cat converters in 1 pipe. There is an air/fuel ratio sensor before them, and an O2 sensor after them. You can sleep in a garage with that thing running and you will wake up without any poisoning to tell the tale lol.
Scotty! Hi! You're amazing. Have a great day 😊
hello thanks you too!
Dennis Hopper of the mechanic's! Very well explained video Thank You!!