Toyota EGR Diagnosis Tips and Repair Tips
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 มิ.ย. 2024
- A Toyota master diagnostic technician shares Toyota EGR diagnosis tips and repair tips for models equipped with the latest generation EGR ( Exhaust Gas Recirculation)
In this video I start a new segment in my channel on how professional mechanics approach diagnosis. The key aspect of any diagnosis and repairs start with the 3 Cs. Concern, Cause and Correction.
First we will look at the concern which in this 2010 Toyota Prius. The concern in this case is a vibration or shudder at low speed\low load when the gasoline engine is running.
I will show you how to isolate the EGR system temporarily to verify that it is indeed the cause of the problem with this Prius.
I'll also cover the differences between professional mechanic approach to repairs vs. DIY approach to repairs. The car being a customer car changes the approach. Most DIY mechanics will understand that some repair attempts on a budget might be short term or can have a nature of trial and error and are willing to deal with issues not getting resolved right away because they are not incurring labor charges.
However in the case of professional car repair customers pay mechanics full labor cost to fix the car right the first time. So the approach of diagnosis and repair recommendations can be different than DIY. Mechanics can't make decisions for customers, They can only recommend options and detail the outcome of each so the customer can make a decision.
In this video I'll show you the process of diagnosis and repair of this EGR system in this 2010 Prius. The owner opted to replace the EGR valve and the intake manifold. I also constantly see folks spending far too much time cleaning the ports, the cooler and the valve to a shiny finish but only to have them covered in soot minutes after starting the engine which is normal.
Along the way I will share some mechanic tips on general car repair like making your own magnetic socket.
Also last I will cover the part of this EGR repair that most DIY mechanics miss which actually resolves the problem with the EGR. Simply cleaning or replacing parts does not complete the repair unfortunately.
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0:00 Intro
0:49 The Concern
3:17 Diagnosis Tip
6:14 Professional VS. DIY repair
13:09 The Repair
18:50 Mechanic Tip
20:53 Software Update - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
Not gonna lie I'm in the middle of a head gasket repair... I would highly recommend diy people to completely disassemble and clear the whole EGR cooler/valve and pipe leaving up to where it connects to the exhaust... Including removing the intake completely and cleaning out the EGR lines in the big black plastic intake housing.... Mine looked like it was full of black bacon grease... It barely let any air through.... All of the parts from the dealer would cost over $1000 to replace.... I cleaned it out with brake cleaner 2 years ago for $30 and it's been fine ever since... Mine had 250k at time of cleaning... We're at 300k now... No issue
Replacing it is the correct repair for the EGR. The newer part has an updated design. I tried cleaning EGRs to help save some money but I watched the older version being "lazy" switching from open to closed under load. This behavior went away when I replaced the valve with a brand new one. These parts do wear out.
At 194k, great to hear this
how did you torque the harmonic balancer bolt?
eBay has the EGR valve and cooler plus gaskets for $326.
@@jsixamorelink please?
What a competent professional. Love the way he diagnoses and how scientific he goes about repairs. Amazing!!
That's what it's all about.
Did the EGR myself last week. 2012 Prius V with 123K. Absolutely needed the cooler off and soaked. Completely blocked with deposits to the point I had to fish fine wire through each of the small passages.
Also… found a huge pool of oil in the intake manifold below the throttle body. The PCV valve design looks like it has much to be desired. Replaced the valve and next oil change I’m going to reduce the amount of oil I put back into the crankcase from 4.4 to maybe 4.1 quarts. Gonna see if that keeps it from sucking oil like it did.
The EGR system cleaning really has the engine running smooth now.
AMD' I LOVE THESE TYPE OF VIDEOS!! Please, by all means, make more! AND DON'T LET NEGATIVE VIEWS DISCOURAGE U! Ur dedicated viewers KNOW u! This video was VERY interesting! U know, I hardly watch tv anymore.😂🤣 I like the "blade" trick! Thnx! I'd like to see one on head gaskets & how we can diagnose asap to avoid damage. Speaking of that, what do u think of an add-on temperature guage? They make thru radiator hose. I hate not having one. I value ur opinion. 👋👍
Hi! Thank you for watching! A temp gauge wouldn’t hurt. However it’s easier to get a small electronic one that uses the computer sensor like a scan gauge or something similar. Less intrusive.
@@TheCarCareNut Do you mean something that will plug into the under dash OSB port? Banks Engineering has several of these, they will read most computer monitored functions with actual numbers. There are small and you can mount them almost anywhere.
Yes something that plugs into the obd connector plenty of options out there to show you data
@@robertjaent6087 thank u for askn that. I lookd up guages & got confused. Im not tech educated/mechanically yes, tech no. If u see something, could u forward info to me? I saw one OBD thru walmart.🤔🙄 MY concern that OBD port? Then when u diagnose, u have to unplug. And so it reads temp thru computer? How, if u have no sensor. Im confused.
Rice burner Try Bluedriver they are great and sync via Bluetooth to your phone. If want a little more costly go with D8 scanner very affordable as I use one along with my other arsenals for my shop. Hope that helps.
I would just like to thank you for your informative video, my 2010 Prius was suffering from a very rough tick over, and not sure what the cause was, until I blocked of the EGR outlet like you did and the car went back to running normally.
Spoke to the local dealer for a price for the EGR valve and was quoted £300+ UK pounds, I had found the part number for the EGR kit you mentioned and they are £52 UK pounds, My car has been into my local dealer today to have the EGR kit fitted today and my car is now running great again, the local dealer wasn’t convinced on my (your) diagnosis of the problem as they have never supplied and fitted a new EGR valve to Prius.
I have got the old EGR valve off them and sure enough it is stuck open to the point I can’t push the valve back to the closed position. Thanks again for a great video.
Hi. Did you buy the EGR kit yourself and then take it to the Toyota dealer and they fitted it for you? How much did they charge to fit it? Thanks
@@ingalway Hi, This is in the UK, I ordered the EGR kit from my local Toyota dealer for £48 with discount, spoke to the service department and they agreed to fit the part I ordered for 2 hours labour, needed it done asap as my Prius is a taxi, I probably could of done it myself but would of taken a day to do it.
Although the EGR kit car care nut mentions in the video is covered by a USA technical service bulletin, the part is also available from a UK Toyota dealer when ordered by the part number.
@@alandavis6072 what is the part number in UK
@@alandavis6072how did you get the discount if you don’t mind me asking?
@@BadBoy-ts4fg was because i’m a taxi driver.
This is the proof of how wise he do his job: i am not a toyota owner, but i watch his videos.
Elect tape on the socket, great tip!
You have reminded me how powerful knowledge is. I love the no BS info and how you present it. I am also a mechanic for more years than I wish to admit and appreciate your efforts. I stumbled across your clips while deciding to take that leap and buy a RAV4 hybrid. Now I find myself ignoring my family while I watch a middle aged man show me a clogged EGR and manifold. You didn’t even need click bait! I hope others appreciate the valuable information you provide. I don’t get on the tools that much these days which worried me regarding what I will no longer get to learn. I guess I have gone the long way around to say thank you. Now this old fart has to click that subscribe button I guess.
Thank you for watching my brother!
Well this might be why my Nissan Altima vibrates in the steering wheel.
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I just purchased a ct200h. Doing research about the car and hear a lot about bad head gasket, miss fires and egr valves. You put my mind at ease after watching. Great video.
It all depends on the year, doesn't it? It seems that versions after 2015 have received a number of modifications, segmentation, head gasket, egr valve, much more reliable supposedly, to be confirmed!
We still have our two old Prius, our 2010 Prius burns lots of oil (common problem) so be sure to check yours. But now we have a P300, P301, P302 engine misfire, so it seems like i'll be trying your EGR valve trick here. We did buy a Tesla and after having it for over a year I must say it is clearly the future. I am never going back to Gas ever again, ever. It's soooooooooo much easier, almsot no maintenance and not millions of little headaches to chase and fail like ICE cars. Thanks for the video, will help squeeze a few more miles out of our Prius (until our next pre-ordered Tesla arrives)
Having a third gen Prius myself, this one really got my attention! I had heard about the EGR cooler problem and didn't know what to do about it. I had not heard of the valve problem. I see the valve from the dealer is not much more than the Rockauto price, so if I have to replace it I will go with the Toyota kit from the TSB.
What’s the tsb number
Priceless to see a Pro at work, AMD. I learned a lot and love my Car Care Nut T-shirt. Thank you so much , Lee
I love seeing repair videos. Please make more of it especially, the tip on how to diagnose the problem because that is actually the hardest part to find info on.... Thanks for sharing.
it would be nice to watch the video before going to Toyota. My 14 Prius had similar symptoms at 160000 miles when I took it to Toyota for diagnostics. The service advisor told me my Prius had an burn oil The repair cost was too expensive, even told me to balance the tire because they didn't know where the vibration was coming from.thank you so much to sharing this info
Very well done! Great side instruction on the Technician's point of view on cleaning vs. replacing.
Really liked the fast forward removal/replacements, that's a real time saver for the watcher.
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I know someone with an 09 corolla with this issue. Car would rough idle, stall at stop signs, and vibrate. They spent 2000 dollars trying to self diagnose, and local mechanics, just to find out after replacing everything from catalytic converter to a MAF sensor to spark plugs to intake manifold gasket to 02 sensors to fuel pump. Crazy that even the Toyota dealership didn't catch it.
I love to see you talking about older Yotas. My Scion xA is a 2005 and my Tacoma is an 04. I'm very glad you are not ashamed or afraid to express your Christian beliefs. I respect that greatly. Thanks again for another awesome video.
Great to see a pro at work. I love the way you remove large items that are in the way just like that. I would probably spend half a day struggling with inadequate visibility. A pleasure to watch.
I really appreciate these videos and the detailed explanations. I do like the DIY work but I really appreciate hearing the viewpoint from a dealer mechanic. If I found one like you I'd probably let the dealer do it more, but I've found my dealer has been sloppy and cut corners (they broke the cabin air filter cover and never replaced it; I know because the dealer performed all maintenance until I did the last one myself). I wish I would've had the "magnetic" socket trick a few days ago because that lower bolt was evil. Keep up the great work and thank you for educating me.
Thank you! Another great video. I have not come across another automotive TH-cam channel with such clarity and quality information. I have been silently following all your videos and this one came in at a time I was researching this same issue.
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Thank you, had a rough start up one morning, the persist. Did the usually route because maintenance wasn’t perform. And will check when today when getting off work.
Knowledgeable professional, honest advisor but most important you are really a talented teacher. I wish my dealers/mechanics tell just half of the truth that you generously offer. Hats off buddy (if I may call you so)
Cheers
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You are one of the best man and your video are the best !!!
I had the EGR prblem in my 2011 Prius the Toyota diller clean the valve and the pipe noting work the ingin light still on
After three week in the Toyota diller I come to take the car
Pay for the work and parts and after a 4 kilometre the light ingin come again
I still driving with that problem and nothing hapend
I ingnor the orang light
But listening to the motor or any change that will come
Now after I saw your video I gone do the all work by my self
I was impress from your expelning
About it can never been clean for only for a few weeks or months
I aleayes follow your best video!!! Keep going
I just wanted to let you know how helpful this video was for me. I had this exact issue on my prius and thanks to this video I was able to diagnose the problem and remove the manifold to clean it. The problem is now fixed and the misfire is gone. Thank you!
Great Video. I really enjoy learning how automotive professionals tackle diagnosis and repair. I'm not much of a DIY person except for very minor stuff (like adding the tire pressure dashboard reporting unit to the TPMS unit on my 2021 Rav4 Hybrid) but I always learn something new from your videos no matter what is being discussed. The electrical tape over a socket was a real "hidden gem" in this video. Keep up the good work and my best wishes for the continued success of your channel. PS. Please let your wife know that we appreciate her "behind the scenes" work as production manager. Your videos are always professional grade and "well polished". Regards, Ed
Thank you Ed!
Should i clean the ger my 2015 prius has 51,000 miles on?
I use that same trick when replacing spark plugs in 2010? Corolla, it is near the firewall, blocking your tools and I did not have a plug socket with a rubber insert. I used the tape.
Immeasurable value and consolement offered, appreciated my guy. Kind of the Bob Ross of mechanics.
Intelligent, professional technician. Wish you lived in my neighbourhood. I have learned to repair my Toyotas because local mechanics don't like foreign and never have. Your experience, knowledge, and practicality trumps my trial by error every step of the way. Thanks
When a mechanic can "see" doing repair in their mind even though they can't "see" the area he's further ahead than the mech who can't. Thanks for an excellent video.
This video is awesome. Glad I found it. Was doing the research and there is a LOT of information that is not always helpful. The explanations all made sense. THANK YOU
Great to see a Master Tradesman work and give tips on repairs...
Amazing; I described these symptoms to the dealer, and was told to come back when it does it all the time... thanks for helping us all out with lazy diagnosis!
Thank you for sharing your gift of repair with the world. Love your style and intelligence! God bless and keep you too!
I love you're thorough guide into doing a proper DIY guide on a toyota car. This is how guide should've been teach on making a video guide. I cannot appreciate enough that you made this possible. Great Job! Keep up the great info guide. I have the 2013 toyota camry that I bought back in 2013 when they first came out new. This is my go to everyday in getting from point A to point B. This baby will be with me for the long hauled, very reliable car which are hard to find as long as you keep it well maintain.
Thank you for your time and knowledge, I have watched all of your videos and find them very simple and educational.
Great video! I just discovered your channel and also enjoyed the video on changing the spark plugs. You come across as very genuine and knowledgeable for sure. 😊
I just cleaned my EGR pipe, valve, and manifold yesterday. it was a pain in the ass for me and seems to have worked for me for now, but watching you remove the valve without removing the exhaust port behind it baffles me completely. That shit it a pain in the ass removing the studs.
I totally agree with you about always replacing a part. In a shop setting or doing work on the side, it never works out on my side to clean the part. I don't ever get come-backs when I replace the part. The initially client complains about the cost, but they always return to me again since that last issue they brought to me was fixed the first time.
Thank you for doing these videos. I know they are time consuming. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.
Thank you for this most well done diagnosis and maintenance /replacement video. You are the best for Toyota (DIY) techniques. The dirtiest aspect of combustion can not be solved by "clean gasolines" or " EGR Cleaner in a bottle". Circulation of dirty exhaust gases requires periodic cleaning of the recirculation system.
Thanks for educating the Toyota DIY nation with this fine video.
I ran into this problem once, replaced the egr and all was well for about 3 months. I am glad you push "do it right the first time".
What happened after 3 months ?
You're videos are great. It helps me get more knowledge in modern car diagnostics.
These are so entertaining and informative. The photography is first class. You are “A Professional Gentleman Mechanic”.
Great video. Keep them coming.
I always enjoy learning new things and you are a great teacher.
Thank you sir! All of the negative post I have seen had me worried. When it comes time to do this I will follow your instructions and get new parts. I have a 2010 Prius. I actually love this car. I plan on trying to put 500, 000 miles on it. I had an ECHO that had 423,000 miles on it when a DEER TOOK IT OUT. Have a wonderful day! You are a great teacher!
This video is extremely clear. Please keep this quality up, its great.
Enjoyed the video but keep doing your regular videos as well. I enjoy the information provided in those videos. Thank you!
I'm diy mostly on my 2014 ct200h Lexus, fancy prius lol. So when I found out about EGR issue i was thinking maybe beyond my skill level. but after watching some of your videos and other diy videos. i felt confident to work on and it really helped me so much. although i did not replace egr valve or intake manifold. I did a good cleaning of entire system, and replace most of the gaskets, the pcv, engine coolant. btw this was preventative work or maintenance not repairing. but thanks for providing these videos, very helpful.
Did you go to the dealership for the TSB and update the EGR software? You cleaning it only fixed the symptoms, but not the cause of illness.
Love this video! As a dealership mechanic, I get all the young "recently certified": techs to work with me for a few weeks. Most are so anxious to just start replacing parts when it's very obvious that it appears faulty. I tell them no, we are going to look at everything else related before we start replacing parts. They always ask "Why?". I tell them "How would you feel if you brought your $60K truck to the dealership with a problem and it wasn't fixed right the first time?" In my experience, and probably yours too, most would rather pay a bit more and wait a bit longer to have it done right the first time.
I hear you my brother! People pay top dollar for dealership service, it’s essential that they get top service at the very least.
Callbacks are demoralizing for everybody involved. Everybody ends up with some but the best end up with the fewest. I don't remember everything I fixed but I remember everything that came back on me. (Electronics, but same thing.)
@@TheCarCareNut Worse yet, customers don't blame the mechanic, they blame the dealership. In these days of on-line reviews that can be really bad.
@@flagmichael I've had a few in my 40+ years, but one still haunts to this day. I had a 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid in the bay that would go into limp mode. The car only had 489 miles on it and the customer was very upset. The problem was intermittent so we only had a limited amount of time to diagnose when it acted up. We went thru every single hybrid part, module, pin connector and it would not yield it secret. After a little over a month, multiple Ford engineer visits, and a customer who threated legal action against the dealer the car was bought back under the lemon law.
@@gianmariavolonte4315 dang, so you guys never found the issue?
Excellent hands-on version and great little tips. Keep it up.
So I can add “EGR work” to the list of things I get my Yota technicians to tend to!! Great video!!
I clean the throttle body along with the EGR valve every 30k miles. Lexus 2015 GX460. The EGR is typically more dirty then the throttle body in my experience. Much easier to clean then to shell out $$ for a new one from lack of cleaning.
This is the best Toyota repair channel on TH-cam!!
Thanks for keeping real on the deal. It is a complicated system to troubleshoot, and you make simple. Good work
Remember to read and complete ALL the Toyota Service Bulletin steps to the very last one. Skip none. Check them off as you go, & initial/date the hardcopy. Done.
in 1991 I purchased a new Camry 4cyl. Right out of the gate it stumbled at a part throttle shift. I took it back with less than 100 miles. The dealership ran several full throttle test drives and determined there was nothing wrong. After having it for a month they installed a damper in the EGR vacuum line (TSB for the EGR stumble) and it offered no improvement. The car would run fine on heavy acceleration but under moderate acceleration it would stumble and downshift. I took it upon myself to test by blocking the vacuum line and it ran perfectly for the next 260,000 miles. It also burned oil from the first mile but that is another story. I was determined that I would never buy another Toyota product, but then in 2003, I test drove a Camry XLE against a Honda Accord. Unfortunately, this car had a steering problem (strut mount installed backward) that the dealer was unable to diagnose until months later when a Toyota troubleshooter responded with a TSB. Toyota has come a long, long way since 1991! I still have the 03 and it drives like the day it was new.
Great video. I love how you break your videos up into parts.
My 2013 Prius has almost 150k miles and doesn't burn any oil or experiencing any EGR related issues yet. Should I clean the manifold intake and EGR pipe as suggested by many on the Internet or leave it as is. The oil change been done at 4-5k miles since I bought it new. I'm planning to change the PCV for the second time soon. The car is still running great with 45-50 mpg. I guess don't fix it if it ain't broke. Let me know if I should have the pipe and manifold cleaned. Thanks.
Great video and I too enjoy these hands on repair videos. Thanks for the electrical tape trick with the socket.👍
Your honesty is refreshing.
Great Video! Please keep doing more diag videos and any R&R tips and tricks to speed up the repair process.
I agreed with what you said after I cleaned my egr awhile back. I regretted to open the egr and clean it up because I ran into leak air issues in the egr after I put it back in where you can hear the hissing sound when the engine warm up for awhile. Great tip btw
I didnt get what this was referring to. Anyone care to explain?
Great video, first time seen someone explain toyota hybrids Egr valve problem in depth. Thanks
Another great video thank you. I take care of a 2010 Prius while the owner is away for 9 months I drive it every few days because in my experience you can’t let a hybrid sit very long because all those computers are monitoring the car still even when it’s off. The first couple of years I did this the 12 volt battery died I suspect from age and not getting enough run time to recharge on its own. I do more driving of the car now and it’s much happier.
This video you made is so helpful and you’re description of the difference between a professional technician and a do it yourself person was well done 👍 and not offensive to me or I believe any DYI.
I learned watching this video that the 2010 Prius I look after has this same problem
I’m going to recommend to the owner that they have a dealer check this out and decide what to do
Bless you for another very well done video
Bravo 👏🏻
Great video, thanks for sharing. I done mine including cooler cleaning, was really cooked, I only replaced the intake manifold gasket orange rubber, amd used the old metal once for anywhere else. I managed to clean the manifold, egr, cooler, pipe , and throttle body at the same time., didn’t replace the egr itself, all done at 139k miles, since then the car drives fine at 175k now. Plans are to clean again at around 200k miles together with all coolant as recommended. 👍✅
This guy is awesome! Great presentational style, great tips, great honesty, great video!
There was so much detal information going on that I had to watch it twice, and parts 4 times! Thanks for this very important Prius video!!!
Thank you from queensland Australia 💯💯💯love your shows..
Thanks for the help! Straight to it. No BS. Really appreciate it!!!
DIY magnetic socket! Love it!
i would hope every repair man would be like you!! you rock!!
Great vedio!!! I just replaced all 4 plugs and cylinders on.my 2010 prius. Now I can get to the real problem!!! Oh well I should have had my guy watch this vedio. I knew u would know how to fix it!!! GOD BLESS YOU!!! YOU ARE A GREAT BLESSINGS TO SO MANY!!!
Thanks for the tip - homemade magnetic socket. I use a piece of paper towel which works 99% of the time but sometimes the whole shebang - both nut and paper towel falls so I'll try the electrical tape method the next time. P.S. I love your repair videos, lots of helpful tips and tricks.
What up date? Do u really need it?
I learned a lot from you.. i always follow your videos as you n your knowledge shows you are always unique
Best mechanic advices on TH-cam.
I'm no mechanic, but I've done some research about the gen3 prius/ct200h EGR system and how it can ultimately lead to premature head gasket failure. With all do respect, isn't replacing the EGR components with new parts also a temporary fix? Won't they eventually get clogged again? Also it will cost 1k-1.5k just in parts when you can clean them for about 40$ or less
(buy gaskets, cleaning supplies, etc) Most forums and videos recommend cleaning them every 100k miles or so. A few people think doing it every 50k is optimal. By cleaning them every 50k you get the added benefit of preventing head gasket failure. Thanks for all your videos!
Just a wonderful video. I am addicted to your channel. Thank you sir.
Thanks brother for the video. Your ways to find the broplm is perfect. Good job, really Appreciate for sharing to us. We need machine like yourself to fix our cars.
I followed the diagnostic process for the EGR you outlined and turns out the head gasket needed to be replaced. I had the dealer complete the head gasket job and now it is running well. I personally changed the EGR, Intake, EGR cooler, plugs, and coils. The dealer also attempted to swap my motor for a used motor which I declined because the replacement motor had 100K miles on it and I wasn't too comfortable about that, plus it was extremely expensive. Thanks
Great video! Saved money buying the kit instead of individual parts but unfortunately it also had a blown head gasket. All fixed now!
For someone that would do this DIY, do you think replacing the intake and egr valve is something that could be learned and done with the right tools on your own? And if so how would somebody who successfully replaced them do the software update? Is the software update something that has to be done every time these parts are disconnected?
Thank your for helping all of us clueless DIY'ers
Thanks! Was looking for a way to trouble shoot problem. Love the putty knife!!
Sweet! Thanks for covering EGR
Amazing video. Like always, learned a lot. Keep up the grand work Sir. Period
Ya this is the type of video I like to see. You know the type of vehicle cause you work on them. How to diagnose, what to look for, tips and shortcuts along the way, updated new parts AND any different installation changes. Oh ya, that happens too! Software updates and of course the road test and what to expect during the drive.
When I worked at the L.A. Dept of Water & Power we had lots of "F" Series Ford Trucks and I learned a lot! Mostly I delt with F150 through F550.
So. Keep the diagnostic/repair videos coming! And if you're doing a diagnostic/repair and/or a TSB or a recall on a 2020 non hybrid RAV4, you'll DEFINITELY have my attention!
Later this year I plan on doing coolant, transaxle fluid and brake fluid changes. Any tips or cautions on these will be much appreciated!
I wish I found this video 2 weeks ago when I cleaned my egr cooler. One of the messiest most time consuming job ever. 4 cans of brake cleaner, 3 coat hangers, 2 hours and nearly a divorce later I still only had maybe 60% of the fins cleaned out!
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Great!, as all your videos. This video help me to understand the work of a profesional mechanic in an official Toyota workshop.
Love your diagnosis and conclusion. Thanks I appreciate.
luv this guy, very detailed explanation and easy to follow, tbh i think ur the best and most professional toyota youtube mechanic. luv that statement about independent vs dealership mechanic and also about u being a professional and fixing it right the first time. I enjoyed this vid even though i dont hav a prius LOL
MORE 3rd Gen Tundra, 3rd Gen Highlander, 2nd Gen Highlander!!! Yeah, I'm biased to the vehicles in my driveway :) Yes, There are plenty of us out here who want to see hands-on EXPERIENCED mechanics teaching us to CORRECTLY fix problems and perform maintenance.
Another great Video
I wish I had a great mechanic like you around
Hey, I just want to chime in about my (seemingly) sucess with 2013 Lexus CT 200h. I had watched several other videos that more or less said "Clean the egr system and the cooler." I spent about 2 hours spraying all kinds of chemicals into the cooler, the same for the egr. Put it all back together and it ran *worse* in some ways.
I didn't drive it anywhere, just had put it into maintenaince mode to begin burping the coolant system. Pre-cleaning of the egr, I was having cylinder 1 misfires. It was the worse on cold start ups, and would happen periodically while driving at lower speeds (15-35mph I'd say). Post-cleaning of the EGR, the engine was surging struggling to get enough air it seemed like.
I took the advice of this video, bit the bullet and bought a new egr valve from Napa for about 270$ (they had a sitewide sale!). Installed it, and now the car runs normal again! Let it run for about 20 minutes while burping the system, took it out for a test drive and it ran wonderfully! (Though the temperature light did come on, we will see if that's because I left it running so long in maintenaince mode.)
I'll be doing another round of burping in the morning, and then driving it around town to really verify everything is okay!
Unfortunately, quite a few nuts and bolts were lost in the process 😅 But that's a simple problem to fix in the future! Thank you so much for your video! It gave me the confidence to go ahead and just drop the money and replace the egr. Bonus is it has a 3 year warranty! So if it fails I should get another one :D
Removed the intake manifold, the egr valve and egr cooler on my 2013 Prius the other day .. cooler was all plugged up and the valve had fairly heavy carbon built up around it. Had been occasionally idling rougher, consuming oil and lost fuel economy. If you are going to clean one of these coolers, I’ll forewarn you its a PITA, several hours with numerous cleaners/solvents and a stiff wire repeatedly working it through each of the 65 long narrow passages between flushing it out repeatedly 🙄. Luckily I already had the wiper cowl/frame assembly removed from having just replaced the ABS actuator and accumulator system … 🤔 maybe not so lucky 😆. I had to purchase a fancy bidirectional scanner with special functions to bleed the brake system afterwards but saved quite a bit of dough doing it all myself and wound up with a fun new toy thats needed for working on more modern vehicles. Anyway brakes work great again and the fuel economy is back! Also changed the plugs that where coated white, not sure if true but had heard that a plugged EGR will cause a lean condition making the engine run hot and I’d imagine do other damage over time … heard it also creates more negative manifold pressure that pulls oil into the intake through the PCV, did find oil in the manifold and the pcv line .. fehw .. need to change the oil so I don’t wind up with the infamous carboned up oil control ring issue on this car. Car has been some work but if I can keep the fuel economy over 50 without too much service I can’t complain.
Like the trick using tape n socket to hold nut. Nice to see repair from diagnostic to software upgrade. Clear and understandable & why to replace instead of trying to clean. What it fixed right the first time. Cheers 🇨🇦😎👍
Be blessed. Your videos are very very very educative. Kudos.
Thanks for the nice presentation; a reminder that the Prius is not a DIY project car like the old 1995 Camry is. Cars will never get simpler as we go forward, so I hold on to my old Camry with white knuckles.
It is a great video for how to deal with it. Hope you don't get any trouble from your work.
My 2013 Prius with over 300,000 miles is throwing a code P0401 but I do not I stress I do not have any shaking or rattling. Is it still the EGR valve being clogged or the manifold being clogged that is causing the problem, even though my vehicle is voidof any shake or rattle?
Very good information and procedure explanations. Many thanks!
Thanks a lot. Very informative video.
I take my 98 Corolla to my local Toyota Dealer to do the jobs I can’t do as a home mechanic. Here in Australia just north of Brisbane. I used to shop around, but the independent mechanics were more expensive by a long way than the dealer. To be honest the customer service at the dealer is way better than the independents I have used in the past.
Amazing video, you deserve a lot more subcribers.