Three years later and this vid is still working its magic. Had I not viewed it and saw Tim's systematic way of approaching the task ("start on this corner and work our way around, tackling things as we come to 'em"), I would have never gotten the confidence to do this myself. He shows it is not the daunting task it appears to be at first glance, not if you approach it as he shows in this video. Can't say "thank you" enough for this excellent DIY video by Tim. Big thumbs up from me. (And from the wife -- it was her car.)
Little did I know this was going to be one of our popular video, and thanks to comments like yours, IT STILL IS!! Glad the video is still serving it's purpose, and by the way, GREAT JOB on completing this task!
Ok! So the video is three years old! I just finished up the same repair on my 2003 Montero! I was dreading doing it but this video made it much less scary! Great teaching also! Thanks!
thanks for making this video while you did the job. you took a job that would intimidate alot of people and explained it so common people can understand. i like how you broke it down in steps too. great job and one of the beat car repair videoa i ve seen.
Thank you very much Kirk, it seems a lot of people agree with you because this is the most watched video we have, hope it helped you out in repairing yours!
@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos i have Mitsubishi pajero gdi v6 V25 6g74 3.5 engine but my coil packs are in the top of each tapet cover gaskets. Is it possible to fit the same coil packs i see to your engine? And id there any thing to modify like coil leads connectors?Thanks
your video saved me hundreds!!! 3shops were charging me from $1,399-1,875!! I just finished putting everything back together. it took me 5 hours but I did it.( I kept pausing and playing this video as I did the job ha) I did this and all I spent was $147. again thanks for this video very helpful.
Rowel fast, THAT IS GREAT TO HEAR!!!! This is one of our most popular videos because a lot of repair shops are charging SO MUCH to do this job, this is why we put this video up. Glad we could save you so much money!!
Cameron here, Man you are a saint, I have a Mitsubishi Nativa 2002 and it is the same as the Montero sport and I thought that the job of valve gasket repair and head gasket repair, was going to be impossible but thank to you fine sir you really helped me out, By the way I live in Guatemala Central America and could not find anything on line about how to repair the Gaskets on this SUV. thanks Bro you are a real saviour and a blessing to humanity.
Hey Cameron, THANKS!!!!!!! You just showed EXACTLY what TH-cam is supposed to be about, helping each other no matter where we are!! I really appreciate that!!
I have an L200/Triton with the same 6G74 which needed new valve cover gaskets. I got overwhelmed by the amount of plumbing and wiring on my first attempt and then came across this video which is absolute gold as it is the same engine and plenum configuration. Thankyou so much for putting the time into this video it's so detailed and valuable.
This video is the very best explanation of exactly what is required to get to the spark plugs for replacement on a Mitsubishi Montero 3.5 engine. It also makes it very compelling to remove the entire drivetrain and replace it with some good ol' GM LS V8 power that you can actually work on without needing a PHD in vehicle mechanical skills
An old video but well done (except the missing steps due to dead battery). To the poster, thanks for the video. I've spun wrenches on a lot of cars, but mostly older ones, so this was still intimidating despite my experience. To viewers, he shows a lot of good mechanic-ing habits and tricks I use. Laying out parts as you remove them, putting bolts back in once you remove brackets etc.. One tip I would add, for things like the plenum where you have different length bolts, is to roughly draw the shape of the part on a scrap piece of cardboard and use a screwdriver to poke holes about where the bolts are, then push the bolts through the cardboard to make a holder that has the bolts in their respective positions.
Hey Michael, THANKS! That is a good tip because I have seen a few other guys do that, and it is extremely important to put those bolts in the right place. Thank you for your input and advice!
I found your video to be very helpful and informative. Unlike many how to videos, you took the time to SHOW almost everything you did ... and your videos seem to be mostly in focus, which is hard to do. Well Done !! Also, I enjoy your friendly comments and humor ... made this job seem more approachable because you did not talk down to the audience.
That was a great comment, thank you very much Dancing Loon. We try to show everything, we hate it when we try to search for a repair and they replace a part within 5 minutes. That's not very helpful, So we try to record our repairs in a way that anyone can do it.
You said something very beautiful when you got to the extra part of removing the side bracket to get to the valve cover bolts. To motivate yourself you said the customer would be happy and have no oil leaks. I did it all but gave up at that point because I was afraid I wouldn't be able to get the back over valve cover bolt back in. Was afraid to remove that bracket and maybe having to remove the egr tube. Wonderful video.
Excellent video. Regardless of how shaky it is at times. Your method of explaining everything outweighs some editing about it. Great trucks these are, sucks Mitsubishi made them so outrageous complicated to today's standards. A++++
Very informative video, but holy freaking motion sickness batman... Thank you for the detail. I'm 99% sure that I have an issue with my gaskets in my 2003 mitsubishi montero sport 3.5L. There is not Chilton or Haynes manual for the vehicle so your video is a lifesaver. Thanks.
Great Video! Used your instructions to do this job on a Mitsubishi Challenger 2001 3.0l V6 in Australia. Lightly different but very helpful your system! 4 of 6 plugs were swimming in oil, Intake Manifold was broken in 2 pieces and the Rocker Valve Cover was also bended as in the video. Thanks to you no bolts are left over after putting everything together :D and it is running perfect again! Cheers!
Good job, I have the Mitsubishi Montero Sport and you have encouraged me to do the same mechanical work on my own at home. thanks for your video and keep going. Congratulations.
Awesome video! Really informative & helpful. This job would normally be way above my comfort level. You made it not so overwhelming. I was able to do my 2000 Montero Sport 4x4. Took me 10 hrs. & had no problems. Runs great now! Thank you very much for making it. Keep up the good work! Dig it, man!!
I dont think I will ever in my life be able to bring back that on again, if I dismantle it once:)) Great job with the, explanation and multitasking doing it together. Thanks!
watched your video when I changed my valve cover gaskets also had to change valve stem ceals why I was their ...it was my first time doing it i have the same truck just wanted to thank you for all the help your video did for me...keep making videos brother thanks...
Thanks Joey, and glad the video was able to help you out. This video is the most popular video we have, it seems nobody else on TH-cam wanted to go into changing them and filming it. We have to admit, it was a job, THANKS AGAIN!
Great video I am in West Australia and going to do the head gaskets on my Mitsubishi Triton as soon as the new gaskets arrive. I could start stripping it now but I'm too scared I forget where things go, this video will help big time with the manifold. Thanks Ian.
What I do to remember where everything goes is put everything in a line. Once I start putting everything back I start at the end of the line and work my way back. I call that the "Party Line"...lol. Let us know how it turns out.
I know this is getting repetitive but thanks for this video. These montera sports are so well made there so intimidating to work on. I'm having to change my head gaskets you got me about half way there, Probably through the toughest part! I just hope I can friggin put this thing back together!!!!
I had 2 more questions. I recently had the alternator replaced due to a oil leak, but the level on the dipstick showed full. I looked around to see where it might be coming out from and come to find out it looks to be from the right valve cover, is it a common problem with these engines?
What a well done video! Great camera shots, excellent descriptions and instructions on where bolts and brackets are and how to do the job right! Nicely done. Thank you for making this video, because I'm about to start this project very soon!
those covers look like someone had to chisel out the old gasket, i almost vandalized my own since the old gasket material was recessed inside the grooves and cooked as solid as PVC, i had metal on metal contact and the fasteners came off by hand 😆 thank you astraL ya digggg
Torque spec for the valve cover bolts (the 10mm ones) is 3.4 ft/lbs. Mitsubishi refers to it as the "rocker cover" in their repair manuals. Also please don't over torque these. It will bend the metal cover outward and you'll have an even bigger leak. My local dealership charged me $270 for a new cover.
This is such a detailed video. I had never done this before but after this video? Valve Cover leaking issue now resolved! Without taking it to another "messy" mechanic who left every single nut loose on the right side (passenger) which caused the oil to keep leaking down onto my alternator and starter. I kept replacing starters & alternators thinking I needed a new motor. Because I had already paid a shop to change the valve cover gaskets. I'm a girl and I'm definitely subscribed. The only thing I have to do now is replace the oil pump for a Montero Sport 2002. Do you have a video for that? If not, can you post the instructions please?
Thanks Cris for that great comment. It seems that is a common issue with these trucks, oil leaking onto the alternator. Sorry, but we don't a video for the oi, pump, but I'll see if we can get you some instructions. Actually, email me at Tim@AstralAutoRepairs.com and I'll send them to you through email.
It went okay! I over torqued one cover and had to purchase a new one. Local dealer had one for $108. I also purchased an inch/pounds torque wrench after learning that 10 in/pds is not 10 ft/pounds. Fixed the leak though! I bought 2 90mm bolts and cut the head off to use as markers for reinstalling the intake. They held the gasket in place and helped line up the intake during re-installation. Other than the valve cover, it was uneventful. I went slow, and arranged all bolts and brackets in the order of removal. Thanks Astral, I appreciate your videos
My 2001 Montero has had an idle issue for 2 years. Intermittently, it will idle a 200 rpms and hesitate. Other than the low idle, the car runs great. I've replaced the IAC, EGR system, plugs, wires, all vacuum lines, MDP, PCV, hoses, seals, etc. All factory Mitsubishi parts. Same issue. Cleaned the Throttle valve and all ports around the butterfly. Tough issue, but it's our 3rd vehicle.
Thank you ,great video, I was unsure as to wether I should attempt to replace the plugs in my Delica 2003 V6 Spacegear, you gave me the confidence to give it a go. Thank you, I will let you know how I go. Bob Australia.
Excellent video and detail! Thank you for taking the time to share this information Sometimes, it's the little things that get ya but you got that covered. I need to do valve stem seals on a 3.0 and it's just tedious having to remove all that stuff to get to them. It's not a complicated job other than remembering where all the hoses and wiring were routed, etc.
Hey I know it's been a long time, but do you have the gasket kit part numbers? I've heard that a lot of people get the wrong one sent to them. Your video is stellar and will live on! I appreciate your approach and you doing this.
Great video. Quick question, at 28:51 in the video, you move part of the wiring harness and there is one connector that is not connected to anything. Do you know what it goes to? Thanks...
Hi Scott, I have watched that part over and over again, and can't figure out where I took that from, or if it was connected to anything, sorry I could not be more of help.
Thanks - great guidance, and I was able to at least change the plugs on my 2001 Montero (after 150,000 miles of not ever having done it). I never was able to get the valve cover off though - seemed frozen in place.
Thanks man, great video. I used it to do my V6 Mitusbishi Triton in Australia. It's only a 3L but pretty much identical. Unfortunately my new gasket leaked. I'm assuming I didn't press the lip together enough for the gasket. Also I discovered a few bolts holding down the gasket are threaded... I'm the same as you, I hate doing work after others as it's always crap! Thanks again for your video.
with my gasket set i ordered it came with a brand new tube of neutral rtv silicon made by visbella. Do i need to use this anywhere when i replace the valve cover gaskets?
No problem at all Bobby! I forgot which gasket we used, but it still should not leak. BE SURE to make sure it is not leaking from the rubber plugs in the back of each cylinder head. Those do tend to leak, and they are not that bad to change at all.
Great video. I think in the future u should just leave the camera running the whole time and just cut out the parts u don't need. Then if the audio doesn't match add a voice over or insert a picture or diagram that explains what was missing. Very informative
Great video, which explains why a tune-up on my 1997 Montero Sport costs so much. It would be interesting to know what kind of camera you were using, because it worked really well.
Great video! One quick question where did you get your gasket kit from? If you have a link that would be great. like i said great video hope to see more of your videos on this suv.
hey brother can you tell me in order from right to left in which order the spark plugs go. Thanks for your video .. im still not done replacing my valve cover and all the extra things im doing to it.
hey brother i just finished putting on new alternator , starter , spark plugs , battery , both gaskets for valve cover , and other gaskets ... it took a while .. but i having trouble figuring out what hoses go to the right valve cover with the oil cap .. does the hose that’s connects to the left valve cover that’s sorta “U” shaped connect both valve covers ? i have the one hose that connects to the air intake but there’s another hoses i misplaced and can’t figure out what it is ?
Thanks for the info! I just need to start with changing the spark plug wire set. Is it possible to do so without taking off the manifold or using multiple tools??
If you go to autozone, you can look up how much torque should be. Not too many people AT ALL will use a torque wrench on valve covers, they just know the feel once the bolt(s) are tight.
Hi in your video u are showing drivers side valve cover, do you have a video showing replacing the valve cover to the rt side(passenger side gasket). thanks in advance
Very good video in general. I just did my valve gaskets and I used silicone thanks to the advice of Autozone and my engine is leaking oil. I think this is the second video where its mentioned that you shouldn't use silicone. On the part of putting the covers back you didn't mention how tightly are those bolts supposed to be. Do you have any references? i have a 2001 and a 2003 Mitsubishi Monteros. I love these cars but now they are getting older and I need to be able to get things done myself as I had already paid a mechanic to do this job but didn't do it right so I though I should be able to do a better job. Also, I am thinking that my engine covers..
are a bit too beat up and maybe that is where oil keeps leaking.. I am probably going to have to do this again but now I got more information with your video.. Thanks..keep them coming..
thank you verry much ASTRAL AUTO .this video im looking for my montero sport 2002 do you have video tramission flusd change ..I have proplem with the pan
just watched, great info. Im about to do head gaskets on the same vehicle, is it pretty much same procedure then do the valves? anything I should know before diving in?
Thanks, looks like you are about to get your hands really dirty. Just be sure of the timing marks in case it's an interference engine, and no matter what you hear, always replace the head bolts if they are available. Also, DO NOT use engine tech gaskets, they will be cheap (cost wise) but are very cheaply made. If you need any advice, let us know
If you're going to do head gaskets, yes, unless you can get to the head bolts without removing them, but if you are about to do head gaskets, that part will be really easy. just be sure to mark the cam caps(they should already be marked) and put them back in the same place.
Hi love your video , one question I got all the switches off bar two around the back where vacuum canister is ,all the rest popped out easy but these two red ones are difficult to unclip ,is there a trick to it, great work again .Cheers
I signed up to Autozone from Australia just now and apparently the torque specs are 2-3 ft. lbs. (3-4 Nm). I've read that they basically need to be "just" tight, or even finger tight as they strip super easy. Some of mine were already stripped unfortunately and won't tighten properly, so after doing all this it still leaks... so be careful and don't over tighten them!
thank you for the vid, i do have a problem though, i followed your video taking the bolts out but the valve cover still will not come out. any idea on what i could've missed?
+GeraldsGeralds Not really sure, but I would figure they would be very similar. What you can do is see if the valve cover gaskets are the same or try and see an image of both engines side by side to see if they are similar. Hope this helps.
when putting the gasket on the plenum. you say tu put weather stripping on it. but they don't have that at the automotive places. they only have silicone. can I still use silicone?
I have a question..I recently replaced the value cover gaskets..But I still have a leak..And not sure where it's coming...I Park my ride backwards in my driveway because it's at an incline..still leaking... Can you help me out...
97% (because I'm not actually there to see it) sure your leak is coming from the right front camshaft seal. I did this video because I thought it was coming from the gasket as well. It kept shorting out the alternator and they would not guarantee another one (after 3). Once I finished, it was still leaking. I took off the top half of the right timing belt cover, started the truck, and actually saw the oil leaking from the cam seal, running along the side of the valve cover, then down to the alternator. I should have did a video on that, but I just wanted to get that done, especially after doing that big job on the valve covers. Hope this helps and if you need any information, let me know.
You do not have to remove the plenum, BUT, you will be removing the timing belt and the camshaft gears (4), unless you just going to replace the one that is leaking.
@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos do you have a video on how to replace the head gasket for a mitsubishi montero sport xls. I'm doing valve and gasket this Saturday!
There's a slight chance of the seals coming out of the valve cover when reinstalling the valve cover to he engine, so we use sealer to keep the seals in place.
Three years later and this vid is still working its magic. Had I not viewed it and saw Tim's systematic way of approaching the task ("start on this corner and work our way around, tackling things as we come to 'em"), I would have never gotten the confidence to do this myself. He shows it is not the daunting task it appears to be at first glance, not if you approach it as he shows in this video. Can't say "thank you" enough for this excellent DIY video by Tim. Big thumbs up from me. (And from the wife -- it was her car.)
Little did I know this was going to be one of our popular video, and thanks to comments like yours, IT STILL IS!!
Glad the video is still serving it's purpose, and by the way, GREAT JOB on completing this task!
Best intake and valve cover gasket and spark plug replacement video I have EVER seen on the Mitsubishi 3.5 SOHC 6G74!! Great job!
THANKS Robert!
Ok! So the video is three years old! I just finished up the same repair on my 2003 Montero! I was dreading doing it but this video made it much less scary! Great teaching also! Thanks!
THANKS JOHN!!!
thanks for making this video while you did the job. you took a job that would intimidate alot of people and explained it so common people can understand. i like how you broke it down in steps too. great job and one of the beat car repair videoa i ve seen.
Thank you very much Kirk, it seems a lot of people agree with you because this is the most watched video we have, hope it helped you out in repairing yours!
@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos i have Mitsubishi pajero gdi v6 V25 6g74 3.5 engine but my coil packs are in the top of each tapet cover gaskets. Is it possible to fit the same coil packs i see to your engine? And id there any thing to modify like coil leads connectors?Thanks
After watching this video I am confident in doing this repair myself. Great video for home mechanics. Keep up the good work!
Thanks Daniel!
your video saved me hundreds!!! 3shops were charging me from $1,399-1,875!! I just finished putting everything back together. it took me 5 hours but I did it.( I kept pausing and playing this video as I did the job ha) I did this and all I spent was $147. again thanks for this video very helpful.
Rowel fast, THAT IS GREAT TO HEAR!!!! This is one of our most popular videos because a lot of repair shops are charging SO MUCH to do this job, this is why we put this video up. Glad we could save you so much money!!
Cameron here, Man you are a saint, I have a Mitsubishi Nativa 2002 and it is the same as the Montero sport and I thought that the job of valve gasket repair and head gasket repair, was going to be impossible but thank to you fine sir you really helped me out, By the way I live in Guatemala Central America and could not find anything on line about how to repair the Gaskets on this SUV.
thanks Bro you are a real saviour and a blessing to humanity.
Hey Cameron, THANKS!!!!!!! You just showed EXACTLY what TH-cam is supposed to be about, helping each other no matter where we are!! I really appreciate that!!
Almost 2018 and the tutorial still working . thnx
Thanks John! I know, this video has been really popular for us!
I have an L200/Triton with the same 6G74 which needed new valve cover gaskets. I got overwhelmed by the amount of plumbing and wiring on my first attempt and then came across this video which is absolute gold as it is the same engine and plenum configuration. Thankyou so much for putting the time into this video it's so detailed and valuable.
Thanks GreekEuros, we really appreciate your great comment. Glad our video was able to help you out.
This video is the very best explanation of exactly what is required to get to the spark plugs for replacement on a Mitsubishi Montero 3.5 engine. It also makes it very compelling to remove the entire drivetrain and replace it with some good ol' GM LS V8 power that you can actually work on without needing a PHD in vehicle mechanical skills
An old video but well done (except the missing steps due to dead battery). To the poster, thanks for the video. I've spun wrenches on a lot of cars, but mostly older ones, so this was still intimidating despite my experience. To viewers, he shows a lot of good mechanic-ing habits and tricks I use. Laying out parts as you remove them, putting bolts back in once you remove brackets etc.. One tip I would add, for things like the plenum where you have different length bolts, is to roughly draw the shape of the part on a scrap piece of cardboard and use a screwdriver to poke holes about where the bolts are, then push the bolts through the cardboard to make a holder that has the bolts in their respective positions.
Hey Michael, THANKS! That is a good tip because I have seen a few other guys do that, and it is extremely important to put those bolts in the right place. Thank you for your input and advice!
I found your video to be very helpful and informative. Unlike many how to videos, you took the time to SHOW almost everything you did ... and your videos seem to be mostly in focus, which is hard to do. Well Done !! Also, I enjoy your friendly comments and humor ... made this job seem more approachable because you did not talk down to the audience.
That was a great comment, thank you very much Dancing Loon. We try to show everything, we hate it when we try to search for a repair and they replace a part within 5 minutes. That's not very helpful, So we try to record our repairs in a way that anyone can do it.
You said something very beautiful when you got to the extra part of removing the side bracket to get to the valve cover bolts. To motivate yourself you said the customer would be happy and have no oil leaks. I did it all but gave up at that point because I was afraid I wouldn't be able to get the back over valve cover bolt back in. Was afraid to remove that bracket and maybe having to remove the egr tube. Wonderful video.
Thank you for your great comment, we really appreciate it.
Excellent video. Regardless of how shaky it is at times. Your method of explaining everything outweighs some editing about it. Great trucks these are, sucks Mitsubishi made them so outrageous complicated to today's standards. A++++
They sure did, and THANKS!
Very informative video, but holy freaking motion sickness batman...
Thank you for the detail. I'm 99% sure that I have an issue with my gaskets in my 2003 mitsubishi montero sport 3.5L. There is not Chilton or Haynes manual for the vehicle so your video is a lifesaver. Thanks.
+David Hoffman Thanks, glad we could help
Great Video! Used your instructions to do this job on a Mitsubishi Challenger 2001 3.0l V6 in Australia. Lightly different but very helpful your system! 4 of 6 plugs were swimming in oil, Intake Manifold was broken in 2 pieces and the Rocker Valve Cover was also bended as in the video. Thanks to you no bolts are left over after putting everything together :D and it is running perfect again!
Cheers!
Glad it helped, and no left over bolts is GREAT, LOL!!
CAN I DIG IT? YES I CAN !!! Thanks so much. Logical, methodical, and so easy to follow. You Beeuudee Mate!! Terry from Australia!!!
LOL, thanks Terry, looks like we have a friend in AUSTRALIA!!!
Good job, I have the Mitsubishi Montero Sport and you have encouraged me to do the same mechanical work on my own at home. thanks for your video and keep going. Congratulations.
Very detailed and made it to where a 5yr old could do this job.ty so much u never missed a beat.
Thank you so much for this video. With your help my dad and I got my car running like new. Thank you, you're amazing.
😊 That's great to hear. Glad everything worked out. Thank you for your great comment.
Awesome video! Really informative & helpful. This job would normally be way above my comfort level. You made it not so overwhelming. I was able to do my 2000 Montero Sport 4x4. Took me 10 hrs. & had no problems. Runs great now! Thank you very much for making it. Keep up the good work! Dig it, man!!
THANKS!! This was not a walk in the park job for either of us, but look how much money you saved, and you know the job is done right!
Astral Auto Repairs Totally! I saved over $1000. Thank man!
I dont think I will ever in my life be able to bring back that on again, if I dismantle it once:)) Great job with the, explanation and multitasking doing it together. Thanks!
Thanks, most people would have a problem putting it back. That's why I started the "party line"...lol
Somewhere in the video you said: "guys and girls". I really loved that and I admire you believing in equality.
Thank you Shahab, you are the only one that ever noticed I do that. I say that a lot in most of our videos. Thanks for noticing that!
I noticed as well
watched your video when I changed my valve cover gaskets also had to change valve stem ceals why I was their ...it was my first time doing it i have the same truck just wanted to thank you for all the help your video did for me...keep making videos brother thanks...
Thanks Joey, and glad the video was able to help you out. This video is the most popular video we have, it seems nobody else on TH-cam wanted to go into changing them and filming it. We have to admit, it was a job, THANKS AGAIN!
Closest match I could find to my Mitsubishi Triton V6...
Very helpfull Mate...
You sound just like Kevin Hart 😂
LOL, so many subscribers have told me that!!
#facts 💯💯
Great video I am in West Australia and going to do the head gaskets on my Mitsubishi Triton as soon as the new gaskets arrive.
I could start stripping it now but I'm too scared I forget where things go, this video will help big time with the manifold.
Thanks Ian.
What I do to remember where everything goes is put everything in a line. Once I start putting everything back I start at the end of the line and work my way back. I call that the "Party Line"...lol. Let us know how it turns out.
I know this is getting repetitive but thanks for this video. These montera sports are so well made there so intimidating to work on. I'm having to change my head gaskets you got me about half way there, Probably through the toughest part! I just hope I can friggin put this thing back together!!!!
Thanks Chris, I believe we also have a video series on the timing belt and water pump. Hope everything goes well!!
Thanks Dude, because of this video i understood that the cables were touching the covers and were arching.. :) keep up
That's cool, and glad the video could help!
I got mine done today. This video was invaluable. Thank you.
COOL, glad this older video helped you out!
I greatly appreciate you explaining this step by step. I'd honestly would've been taking off more than I should of.
Thanks for your comment, glad we were able to help you.
I had 2 more questions. I recently had the alternator replaced due to a oil leak, but the level on the dipstick showed full. I looked around to see where it might be coming out from and come to find out it looks to be from the right valve cover, is it a common problem with these engines?
a common problem with these vehicles is the valve cover gaskets, and specially the camshaft seals
What a well done video! Great camera shots, excellent descriptions and instructions on where bolts and brackets are and how to do the job right! Nicely done. Thank you for making this video, because I'm about to start this project very soon!
Thanks Jason, really appreciate that.
those covers look like someone had to chisel out the old gasket, i almost vandalized my own since the old gasket material was recessed inside the grooves and cooked as solid as PVC, i had metal on metal contact and the fasteners came off by hand 😆 thank you astraL ya digggg
Wow!
Rock on man. Granted I still had this done by a mechanic. But at least now I know what they did.
Lol
You are the best video I found , so detail explain . From Venezuela , Sr. Antelmont
Thank you very much!
Thanks bro. You saved me about 1700 bucks! Who do I make the check out too...lol
Wow, that's big savings. That's great, we are very glad our video helped you out.
great job man have the same montero sport saved me a ton of money thanks again brother great video.
Thanks Anthony, glad it was able to help you out!
What a great informative and well filmed video. Awesome
Appreciate that!
that's probably the best repair vid-i've seen on Ytube buddy-deserves an emmy award or somethin for 'Repair@Vids :)
THANKS Denis!!
Torque spec for the valve cover bolts (the 10mm ones) is 3.4 ft/lbs. Mitsubishi refers to it as the "rocker cover" in their repair manuals.
Also please don't over torque these. It will bend the metal cover outward and you'll have an even bigger leak. My local dealership charged me $270 for a new cover.
This is such a detailed video. I had never done this before but after this video? Valve Cover leaking issue now resolved! Without taking it to another "messy" mechanic who left every single nut loose on the right side (passenger) which caused the oil to keep leaking down onto my alternator and starter. I kept replacing starters & alternators thinking I needed a new motor. Because I had already paid a shop to change the valve cover gaskets. I'm a girl and I'm definitely subscribed. The only thing I have to do now is replace the oil pump for a Montero Sport 2002. Do you have a video for that? If not, can you post the instructions please?
Thanks Cris for that great comment. It seems that is a common issue with these trucks, oil leaking onto the alternator. Sorry, but we don't a video for the oi, pump, but I'll see if we can get you some instructions. Actually, email me at Tim@AstralAutoRepairs.com and I'll send them to you through email.
Nice job! Thanks for this. I'm tackling this in two weeks.
Thanks, let us know how you did
It went okay! I over torqued one cover and had to purchase a new one. Local dealer had one for $108. I also purchased an inch/pounds torque wrench after learning that 10 in/pds is not 10 ft/pounds. Fixed the leak though! I bought 2 90mm bolts and cut the head off to use as markers for reinstalling the intake. They held the gasket in place and helped line up the intake during re-installation. Other than the valve cover, it was uneventful. I went slow, and arranged all bolts and brackets in the order of removal. Thanks Astral, I appreciate your videos
My 2001 Montero has had an idle issue for 2 years. Intermittently, it will idle a 200 rpms and hesitate. Other than the low idle, the car runs great.
I've replaced the IAC, EGR system, plugs, wires, all vacuum lines, MDP, PCV, hoses, seals, etc. All factory Mitsubishi parts. Same issue. Cleaned the Throttle valve and all ports around the butterfly. Tough issue, but it's our 3rd vehicle.
LOL on the 10 inch pounds, but I know it wasn't funny at the time! THANK YOU for updating us on how everything went.
Are there any codes related to that idle, or any codes at all?
Thanks for this video mate it’s helped me a lot. Otherwise I would have to pay a mechanic top dollar to do it. Awesome video to.
THANKS Darren!!
Thank you ,great video, I was unsure as to wether I should attempt to replace the plugs in my Delica 2003 V6 Spacegear, you gave me the confidence to give it a go. Thank you, I will let you know how I go. Bob Australia.
Excellent video and detail! Thank you for taking the time to share this information Sometimes, it's the little things that get ya but you got that covered. I need to do valve stem seals on a 3.0 and it's just tedious having to remove all that stuff to get to them. It's not a complicated job other than remembering where all the hoses and wiring were routed, etc.
Thank you, and I agree, when you have to start disconnecting a bunch of stuff, it's hard to remember where they go back!
Thanks for the post. Helped a lot on my 1998 Montero Sport 200,000 miles
You're welcome, glad we could help.
Excellent job, well done and explained!!
THANKS!
Hey I know it's been a long time, but do you have the gasket kit part numbers? I've heard that a lot of people get the wrong one sent to them. Your video is stellar and will live on! I appreciate your approach and you doing this.
Thank you, but sorry, that was s o long ago.
@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos it was worth a stab in the dark. I appreciate you getting back to me so fast. I'll just order og parts.
So well done! Thankyou. Hopefully I'll get this done in the next few months.
Thanks, and let us know how it goes once you do the job!
Great video. Quick question, at 28:51 in the video, you move part of the wiring harness and there is one connector that is not connected to anything. Do you know what it goes to? Thanks...
Hi Scott, I have watched that part over and over again, and can't figure out where I took that from, or if it was connected to anything, sorry I could not be more of help.
Thank you sir..very detailed video...makes my life a lot easier....
No problem, and THANK YOU!
Thanks - great guidance, and I was able to at least change the plugs on my 2001 Montero (after 150,000 miles of not ever having done it). I never was able to get the valve cover off though - seemed frozen in place.
Well, at least you got the plugs done
Thanks for taking the time to create this video. Very helpful, lots of detailed info. Gonna subscribe to your channel to show love!
Thanks Tim, very much appreciated!
Excellent work man. Great video!
Much appreciated!
Thank you so much for posting this. Very well done
No problem, and thanks for the appreciation.
Excellent video. Thank you.
Thanks man, great video. I used it to do my V6 Mitusbishi Triton in Australia. It's only a 3L but pretty much identical. Unfortunately my new gasket leaked. I'm assuming I didn't press the lip together enough for the gasket. Also I discovered a few bolts holding down the gasket are threaded... I'm the same as you, I hate doing work after others as it's always crap! Thanks again for your video.
THANKS!! All the way from Australia, that's COOL!!!
My Man, such a good video.
THANKS!
Great video. Thanks for the help. I'll be doing this on the weekend
Great, let us know how it turns out.
Great and helpful video, thanks!!!!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Very well explained thanks so much
Glad it was helpful, and THANKS!
best video i have seen
So good man. Made my job a whole lot easier! Thank-you so much.
Glad we could help.
with my gasket set i ordered it came with a brand new tube of neutral rtv silicon made by visbella. Do i need to use this anywhere when i replace the valve cover gaskets?
There may be some spots in the video where they used it, especially on corners.
does a hose connect to both valve covers?
What brand of gasket did you use and did it leak. I used felpro and it leaked. Thanks for the videos they help a lot
No problem at all Bobby! I forgot which gasket we used, but it still should not leak. BE SURE to make sure it is not leaking from the rubber plugs in the back of each cylinder head. Those do tend to leak, and they are not that bad to change at all.
Excellent instructional video. It was a great help. SUBSCRIBED.
Great video. I think in the future u should just leave the camera running the whole time and just cut out the parts u don't need. Then if the audio doesn't match add a voice over or insert a picture or diagram that explains what was missing. Very informative
I hear you, and I believe that is what ChrisFix does, but MAN is that a lot of editing, LOL!
Great video, which explains why a tune-up on my 1997 Montero Sport costs so much. It would be interesting to know what kind of camera you were using, because it worked really well.
Thanks leojbourne. At that time we were using a Canon Powershot XS60. It's a great camera.
Great video! One quick question where did you get your gasket kit from? If you have a link that would be great. like i said great video hope to see more of your videos on this suv.
+Stanley Depew thanks for the comment! The gasket kit came from RockAuto.com
hey brother can you tell me in order from right to left in which order the spark plugs go.
Thanks for your video .. im still not done replacing my valve cover and all the extra things im doing to it.
Do you mean the ignition wires?
@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos yes
@@truthonly1467 Do a Google search for "Firing order on a 2003 Montero". You should find diagrams on letting you know where each wire goes.
Astral Auto Repairs thanks brother
hey brother i just finished putting on new alternator , starter , spark plugs , battery , both gaskets for valve cover , and other gaskets ... it took a while .. but i having trouble figuring out what hoses go to the right valve cover with the oil cap .. does the hose that’s connects to the left valve cover that’s sorta “U” shaped connect both valve covers ? i have the one hose that connects to the air intake but there’s another hoses i misplaced and can’t figure out what it is ?
how did you put the 10mm bolt to the right side where the ac lines are located?
Thanks for the info! I just need to start with changing the spark plug wire set. Is it possible to do so without taking off the manifold or using multiple tools??
For the passenger side you can just removing the throttle body. But the driver side it's impossible with out taking the manifold out
nice video, thanks a lot. big help. I like your style too man, keep up the good work
Appreciate that Jac!
How much torque did you put on cover valves bolts?
If you go to autozone, you can look up how much torque should be. Not too many people AT ALL will use a torque wrench on valve covers, they just know the feel once the bolt(s) are tight.
Hi in your video u are showing drivers side valve cover, do you have a video showing replacing the valve cover to the rt side(passenger side gasket). thanks in advance
The video should be showing both sides.
Very good video in general. I just did my valve gaskets and I used silicone thanks to the advice of Autozone and my engine is leaking oil. I think this is the second video where its mentioned that you shouldn't use silicone. On the part of putting the covers back you didn't mention how tightly are those bolts supposed to be. Do you have any references? i have a 2001 and a 2003 Mitsubishi Monteros. I love these cars but now they are getting older and I need to be able to get things done myself as I had already paid a mechanic to do this job but didn't do it right so I though I should be able to do a better job. Also, I am thinking that my engine covers..
are a bit too beat up and maybe that is where oil keeps leaking.. I am probably going to have to do this again but now I got more information with your video.. Thanks..keep them coming..
Be sure your leak is not coming from the rubber covered metal plugs in the back of the engine.
Very nice sir. Very informative. Can ya dig it!
Thank you for this GREAT video!!!
Glad we could help and THANKS for the comment.
thank you verry much ASTRAL AUTO .this video im looking for my montero sport 2002 do you have video tramission flusd change ..I have proplem with the pan
Thank you, but sorry, we do not have a video on that...yet.
just watched, great info. Im about to do head gaskets on the same vehicle, is it pretty much same procedure then do the valves? anything I should know before diving in?
Thanks, looks like you are about to get your hands really dirty. Just be sure of the timing marks in case it's an interference engine, and no matter what you hear, always replace the head bolts if they are available. Also, DO NOT use engine tech gaskets, they will be cheap (cost wise) but are very cheaply made. If you need any advice, let us know
Astral Auto Repairs it's the exact same engine as in the video. do I have to mess with the cams?
If you're going to do head gaskets, yes, unless you can get to the head bolts without removing them, but if you are about to do head gaskets, that part will be really easy. just be sure to mark the cam caps(they should already be marked) and put them back in the same place.
Astral Auto Repairs cool did you replace the head bolts? is it a must?
No, we only did the valve cover gaskets, but if you are doing the head gaskets, you should replace the head bolts if they are available.
Hi love your video , one question I got all the switches off bar two around the back where vacuum canister is ,all the rest popped out easy but these two red ones are difficult to unclip ,is there a trick to it, great work again .Cheers
Thanks, sometimes they are difficult to release.
Using this weekend! Thank you!
No problem, and THANKS!!!
Exelent video, thaks a lot
Where is the fuel pressure regulator on the engine? Is it on the intake manifold or it needs to be taken off
Hi, I have a 2002 Mitsubishi challenger is it the same motor as you have in your video ? And a great video very informative thanks.
Sorry Henry, not sure because we don't have that vehicle here in the states.
@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos thx mate,I'll just go nice and slow....chur chur
What are the torque specs for the valve cover gaskets and intake plenum?
You can find them on autozone.com
Astral Auto Repairs No autozone in Australia mate lol.
You can still go to their website, put in the vehicle info, and get the torque specs.
I signed up to Autozone from Australia just now and apparently the torque specs are 2-3 ft. lbs. (3-4 Nm). I've read that they basically need to be "just" tight, or even finger tight as they strip super easy. Some of mine were already stripped unfortunately and won't tighten properly, so after doing all this it still leaks... so be careful and don't over tighten them!
After doing the same exact tune-up what would cause a catalytic converter to turn red
thank you for the vid, i do have a problem though, i followed your video taking the bolts out but the valve cover still will not come out. any idea on what i could've missed?
Make sure all the bolts are out, then you may want to get a long screwdriver or pry bar and SLOWLY pry up on the cover. Hope this helps.
i got it!!! thanks for the help
is the 3.0 engine similar or completely different? I cant find a good video besides this one
+GeraldsGeralds Not really sure, but I would figure they would be very similar. What you can do is see if the valve cover gaskets are the same or try and see an image of both engines side by side to see if they are similar. Hope this helps.
+Astral Auto Repairs & Home Maintenance thanks it looks very similar I think it will work hopefullyb
Was the job similar, Gerald?
How do I get the passengers side thinking chain cover off
when putting the gasket on the plenum. you say tu put weather stripping on it. but they don't have that at the automotive places. they only have silicone. can I still use silicone?
I got mine from autozone, they should have it, but if you can't find it, then yes you can use silicone, just be sure it is a VRY thin layer.
+Astral Auto Repairs got it thanks.
Hi! Great video with excellent tutorial steps. I really enjoyed it. May I ask where in L.A. are you operating?
Thanks!
Hi Jeff, we are in Rocky Mount, NC
Wow! North Carolina, that's an unsuspected surprise :)
Lol!
Nice Job ,bro.
Thanks!
Is it the same process for the 2000 or is it completely different?
Not sure if it's exactly the same but probably very similar.
I have a question..I recently replaced the value cover gaskets..But I still have a leak..And not sure where it's coming...I Park my ride backwards in my driveway because it's at an incline..still leaking...
Can you help me out...
Hey Jesse, I sure can...
1. Is the oil leaking from the right side (passenger) of the engine?
2. Is it leaking on the alternator?
Yes it is..
97% (because I'm not actually there to see it) sure your leak is coming from the right front camshaft seal. I did this video because I thought it was coming from the gasket as well. It kept shorting out the alternator and they would not guarantee another one (after 3). Once I finished, it was still leaking.
I took off the top half of the right timing belt cover, started the truck, and actually saw the oil leaking from the cam seal, running along the side of the valve cover, then down to the alternator. I should have did a video on that, but I just wanted to get that done, especially after doing that big job on the valve covers.
Hope this helps and if you need any information, let me know.
You are being very helpful..Will I need to take the plenum off to replace the camshaft seal.
You do not have to remove the plenum, BUT, you will be removing the timing belt and the camshaft gears (4), unless you just going to replace the one that is leaking.
Wow such a great video, thank you so much for this.
No problem, and thank you for the comment!
thanks for the video full send bro
No problem, and appreciate that!
@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos do you have a video on how to replace the head gasket for a mitsubishi montero sport xls. I'm doing valve and gasket this Saturday!
@@Djm9393 Sorry, not yet, but I'm sure one day!
Do you what the torque specs are for the plenum and vavlve covers?
the valve covers are 30 inch lbs and the intake I just tightened them down but not trying to over tighten, hope this helps
Any tricks to getting stuck valve covers off on this vehicle
Flat screwdriver between the cover and cylinder head.
Thanks for the info and this video was great.. very detailed
Is this Mitsubishi Montero reliable for a daily driver doing Courier work, in your opinion?
Yes, as long as the maintenance is kept up, especially the timing belt and water pump.
Astral Auto Repairs thank you!
Is it necessary to use the gasket paste I mean what will happen if you just use the gasket sealo there must be Lubricant to install it back?
There's a slight chance of the seals coming out of the valve cover when reinstalling the valve cover to he engine, so we use sealer to keep the seals in place.