How to Replace Valve Cover Gaskets 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner
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This video shows you how to install new valve cover gaskets from TRQ on your 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner. Valve covers will begin to leak oil when the seals eventually break down. A new valve cover gasket set will make sure the oil stays inside the engine where it belongs!
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
1996 Toyota 4Runner
1997 Toyota 4Runner
1998 Toyota 4Runner
1999 Toyota 4Runner
2000 Toyota 4Runner
2001 Toyota 4Runner
2002 Toyota 4Runner
Tools you will need:
• 10mm Wrench 1aau.to/oYz/1AX...
• 12mm Wrench 1aau.to/oYz/1AX...
• 14mm Flare Wrench
• 14mm Wrench 1aau.to/oYz/1AX...
• 19mm Wrench 1aau.to/oYz/1AX...
• 10mm Socket 1aau.to/obg7/1A...
• 12mm Socket 1aau.to/obBI/1A...
• 13mm Socket 1aau.to/obBI/1A...
• 14mm Socket 1aau.to/obBI/1A...
• 8mm Socket 1aau.to/obg7/1A...
• Air Blow Gun
• Air Compressor
• Coolant Funnel Set 1aau.to/ob4/1AX...
• Trim Tool Set 1aau.to/oafL/1A...
• Hose Pliers
• Needle nose pliers 1aau.to/oEI/1AX...
• Needle nose pliers 1aau.to/oEI/1AX...
• Pliers
• Ratchet 1aau.to/obGo/1A...
• Socket Driver
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/obBI/1A...
• Swivel
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/oaKo/1A...
• Brake Parts Cleaner
• Gloves 1aau.to/oah3/1A...
• Paper Towels 1aau.to/oD9/1AX...
• RTV
• Safety Glasses 1aau.to/oaaV/1A...
• Drain Pan 1aau.to/oBd/1AX...
• Hammer 1aau.to/oWi/1AX...
• Pick 1aau.to/oRF/1AX...
• Razor Blade / Gasket Scraper 1aau.to/ojK/1AX...
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Why would you drain coolant
Great video, I was able to do this on my 98' very easily. However, I had a few minor differences in my engine with the throttle cables, and some of the hose lines. It was still pretty straightforward.
Some things I had to figure out on my own: Hammering out the 3 seals in the valve cover I noticed that it left a ring still inside. The best way I was able to get the rest out was by flipping it over and wedging a flat head underneath it to pry it out.
Another thing that I did that was my own fault was not tightening the valve cover from the inside out and over-torquing the bolts. This led me to cracking the cover and having to buy a new one.
This was my First time working on my engine; if this is your first time, this video is great.
You are Saint TOYOTA 4 Runner Certified - thank you for this.
I can take everything off but no idea how to put it back correctly
I just finished this job and have a couple important tips that were not included in this video... First, no need to drain the coolant, I'm at a loss as to why this step was included. Second, the 1/2 moons, 2 per side, front and back, should be removed, cleaned, and re-seated, using the appropriate RTV/sealant. Same with the cam seals. Ideally they need to be replaced, one on each side, closest to the fire wall. Since you've come this far, replace the intake manifold gaskets and pcv valve. Lastly, do the passenger side first. It's easier and requires far less disassembly than the driver side. It will give you a feel for the process. Use new grommet/washers when resecuring the the valve covers. The old ones are likely brittle. I did the passenger side one day, drivers side the next. Also replaced the plugs and wires while I was in there.
I am so thankful i live in the south.
Is there a reason you only changed one side?? I’m about to attempt this endeavor this weekend on a ‘97 4Runner…
My valve cover gasket bolts were RIDICULOUSLY LOOSE. Especially where the oil leak was. Seems to be a common theme. Check them first, but don’t overtighten🤙
I see you didn't replace the half moons or the camshaft plugs. Any reason for that?
Careful hammering in those seals. I tore through one of my new ones. 😅😢
Like My Cousin Vinny. Plug the manifold ports.
God I hate this job.
In the 1970s we used to use RTV Silicone over the gaskets to keep them from leaking.
Very good job. I’m still daunted to dive so far in. I’ve started by tightening the valve cover bolts which did seem a little loose. Is that typical after 175K miles?
Thx for the parts numbers.... it really helped....
Do you have to drain the coolant?
With MGA 1957 which leaked all the time, we would use RTV all over both sides of the valve cover gaskets as well as the oil pan. I have found it pretty impossable to keep the 1996 4Runner from leaking. I think I will try that here.
why do you put the RTV on the gasket in those spots?
why do you drain the coolant?
if you are take the middle part of the manifold off, why do you clean it before you remove it instead of cleaning on the bench?
why did you end up installing a new valve cover?
Effin' amazing video.
so I saw that you scraped off the old intake manifold material, but I didn't see that you replaced those new gaskets on both sides of it?
Respect to you sir. Looks like brain surgery to me. 😳
Great Video
Do you need to drain the oil before starting this?
I'm about to do this myself. Pretty good video. You should do videos for 1A Auto.
"Add proper coolant" Proceeds to add wrong coolant.....4Runners take Pink Coolant thus "Pink milkshake"...