Toyota 4 Runner 3.4 valve cover gaskets. (2002)

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Replacing valve cover gaskets on a 2002 Toyota 4 Runner. Walk through and explanations.
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@navarrohb 3 года назад

Also while you’re there folks change the plugs wires and coil packs if it’s time. Lol so much easier from there

@erictouchet5434 2 месяца назад

I appreciated your candid take on this R&R of the Valve Cover Gasket. I'm going to be doing my own this weekend & this was very helpful. Cheers, Mate!

@emac626 3 года назад

Great Video. Lots of little tips that helped me through this, thanks! (I do take exception to the "3 hour" bit though - more like "3 days" if you're learning and pokey like me!!) Thank you so much!

@eloygutierrez09 2 года назад

Daytime videos are the best 👌 Very professional

@Yonder-Bognie 3 года назад

Thanks for this. Nicely done !

@jesusbayona3999 3 года назад

Thank you very much for your excellent tutorial,good job!!!

@raygarcia8989 3 года назад

Thank you very much for your excellent tutorial I appreciate it you nice job thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.

@futurus777 2 года назад

Thank you for the vid. Very informative.

@monchy77 3 года назад

I always recommend to take off ,because sometime you have to reset the computer for the trottle or to avoid any electric damage to the system! But that fine ,you have done a good job! enjoy your time, and God bless you!

@cryptoanalysts5793 3 года назад

Man it’s an old car 🚗 I worked on all those 1997 1998 1999 2000 Took the the whole throttle clean it and put it back , with 0 issue ...I don’t know where you com up with that computer BS

@thepitpatrol 2 года назад

Tip for folks before you go through this. I tightened mine. After them leaking around a quart every 4 to 5 thousands miles (I don't change oil but every 20 to 25 thousand) I watched a video tightening the valve cover bolts. It is more about finesse than brute force. They have a tourqe spec but I just took a 1/4 drive and tightened past "snug". It eliminated about 95% of the leak. This is a great video, you just might want to try this first.

@MechanicalTriage 2 года назад

Agreed. Sometimes there’s room to squeeze them down a quarter turn. On some vehicles, however, the bolts bottom out. This leaves you with no room to retighten them if the gasket dries out and flat spots. But, it’s definitely with a shot. :)

@stevanrose7439 2 года назад

I noticed my bolts were soft tight also so I got a set of 1/4 inch extensions and a ten mm socket I’m gonna try to snug them up first. The little oil I’m loosing is not that bad and I have other things I want to do first.

@Nessal83 Год назад

You should change your oil more often if you want your engine to last.

@thepitpatrol Год назад

@@Nessal83 I have 1.2 millions miles between 3 vehicles. I don't recommend it but it worked for me

@alfredonski Год назад

@@MechanicalTriage On the 1MZ-FE Engine, which is another bullet proof one. The bolts bottom out before they tighten enough, however a trick is to add multiple flat washers to the screw then you can tighten before bottoming out. I did this on mine and is holdin up great.

@jamessebastian9822 Год назад

One of the least likely places to look but biggest oil leaks is the o ring on the dip stick tube down by the oil pump. Takes 5 minutes to replace.

@matthewnaderi 3 года назад

Awesome vid!

@jaimelara2991 2 года назад

Nice video thanks

@eaglerider1826 3 года назад

Nice video , but I would have changed the cam seals since the valve covers were off .

@ExtremeRecluse Год назад

Like your timing chain bracelet.

@amerycapl5447 2 года назад

Nice job

@ahmedadem1738 3 года назад

Nicely done

@jorgerobles4820 3 года назад

Nice job 👍 👍

@williamb2854 2 года назад

A very important 2 steps, you left out...which I did not see you do, is to pop out the rear 2 round caps and reseal. Not sure why the gasket kit does not come with these new round 2 caps. There is one each, on the right and left side. These will leak!! ASK ME HOW I KNOW .

@MechanicalTriage 2 года назад

Valid point, most ohc engines have these seals in the back, and no, I don’t ever remember seeing them come with the valve cover set. After thought is to stop least reseal them. But yeah, do it right and replace them. :)

@Doomzdayxx Год назад

I personally think it's a good idea to always replace the half moons, but just the fact that you even realize they exist is a good thing lol. These are great engines.

@edgarvasquez8372 3 года назад

Fir the left side,you don't need to remove the intake, but for the driver side(right).yes you have to.

@twanderson4796 3 года назад

30 minute time savings: On the tube seals replacement. Don't bend the tabs on the 6 seals - instead, use a screwdriver 180 degrees opposite each tab location to deform the metal rings, driving each toward the center of the tube hole on a 45 degree downward angle. Other vids have showed this process. Then, turn each valve cover right-side up. Now use screwdriver from the top side, placing it on the old seal "lip" you created in the deform process (looking down through the hole you'll see the deformed ring) and knocking-out the old tube seal with a top-down strike. Back to the underside, to install new seals, insert the new seal under the tab, with the seals' opposite side sticking up proud of the hole. Use a 1x2 (or other) scrap of wood to press it flush.

@jawkneeg2741 2 года назад

Amazing

@nestcy4757 Год назад

Awesome video thanks help alot on fixing my 4runner

@shannonbradley963 4 года назад

Great video. Did the valve cover gaskets and the timing belt on my 97 4runner 3.4. Learned much in the process. Do you have any pointers or tricks to deal with stuck/seized bolts?I'm sure that you run into that often. It will turn a 20 minute job into a half of a day mess. Keep going with the great vids. Thanks.

@MechanicalTriage 4 года назад

There are a couple/few tricks, depending on the materials you are working with. In respect to the Prius hub video I made, steel bolts through corroded aluminum is a horrible thing. That’s the number one day killer in my opinion. There isn’t really anything you can do as far as penetrant or heat that will help, so a bigger hammer is sufficient. Heat works well, depending again on the materials involved. It will help wick penetrating oil, and I only recommend “free all” penetrating oil. But one of the most important things I’ve learned about stuck and rusty bolts (from an 89 year old machinist) is, if it feels like it’s going to break, it will.. Loosen it up a half turn, then tighten it back, and forth, and back, and so on, an so forth. Add some penetrant, and be PATIENT. You can spend 20 minutes sanding a bolt out this way, or an hour trying to drill it out and chasing threads because you thought it just needed a little more force to “break it free”

@miguelcj9622 3 года назад

Fantastic

@miguelcj9622 3 года назад

Thanks, Gad bless You .

@edgarvasquez8372 3 года назад

I just replaced the ones on my tundra, not long ago.

@shannonbradley963 4 года назад

Is that one of the reasons you don't use impacts and etc? You have a better feel by hand . It's amazing that you don't use any power tools and still be efficient enough to get your jobs done. It would be very difficult for me to give up all my power stuff. Thanks !

@MechanicalTriage 4 года назад

In a shop environment I would definitely use some power tools, having the room for a compressor and a cart of heavy air tools. But, I actually downsized from my last truck, and focus more on emergency type repairs and diagnostics. I can still pull an engine and drop a transmission, but I prefer not to if I don’t have to. There are numerous reasons I prefer hand tools, but I still have a grinder and sawzall and impact gun if needed.

@LatinDanceVideos 3 года назад

I have to do this job soon. Let me know if I’ve missed anything in the parts list - full gasket set for inlet manifold - rocker cover gaskets - spark plug seals - rubber washers that hold down the rocker covers. - new spark plugs Should I expect to need any special tools?

@taylorhickman84 3 года назад

I believe you don't need the full intake manifold set, just the upper portion (much cheaper)

@charging7 3 года назад

you may be able to clean the half moons if they're not leaking, same thing for the cam covers

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

If your willing to use a bunch of silicone, on your own vehicle, yes. This was a customers, so all new gaskets it is.

@manuelvalenzuela1881 3 года назад

Very well explained step by step thanks buddy how long did it take for both sides if u mind me askin?

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

About 3 hours, because i was filming. 2.5 if your on top of everything.

@manuelvalenzuela1881 3 года назад

Not bad i appreciate your help anymore videos comin up for this first gen tacoma i love these trucks they last for ever!

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

It’s seems to be a popular video, although I haven’t watched it lately. Lol I can definitely make it a point to get some more work on one.

@manuelvalenzuela1881 3 года назад

Lookin foward i did subscribe to your channel thanks i will be wrkn on my 🌮 ma this weekend thanks for your help bud!

@tylerdurden6937 3 года назад

is there supposed to be a tiny gap after torquing down the valve cover bolts? I have roughly an 1/8 all the way around the cover and the mating surface. All bolts are tight and it feels like it won't leak but want to be sure before I go any further. thanks

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

Yes, there should be. The gasket lets the valve cover “float”. And the gasket should be smashed evenly around the cover. Take a mirror around the valve cover edges and confirm the gasket is in place, and there are no openings.

@tylerdurden6937 3 года назад

@@MechanicalTriage thanks!

@monchy77 3 года назад

You have forgotten to disconnect the battery negative! JOJO So next time you don't forget it! thanks for the video, it was very good ! Is a 9 of 10 !

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

Lol. I don’t disconnect the battery when I do starters or alternators either. :)

@Dallas214- 3 года назад

@@MechanicalTriage What year is the 4Runner? I have 2010 4Runner & took my card to toyota dealership I was told the car needs gasket replacement & prices are ridiculous

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

@@Dallas214- valve cover gasket or head gaskets? I only ask cause you say the price was ridiculous.

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

The one in the video is a 2002, with a 3.4 liter engine. Yours is a 4.0 liter engine. Approximately a 3 hour job. I would estimate the shop price to be about $700

@Dallas214- 3 года назад

@@MechanicalTriage it is timing cover gasket, front Main, Valve Cover FIPG coolant. I realized there was something wrong with my car, because of the oil leak but the weird part no maintenance light ever came on.

@liuses5gaming205 2 года назад

Should I Use any special RTV for this? Like the red high heat stuff? Or does it matter

@MechanicalTriage 2 года назад

If you use any kind of RTV, at ALL, I would use the “right stuff” (one minute gasket). I use it across the board for coolant, oil pans, transmissions, and differentials.

@jacobliddiard158 3 года назад

Hey, thank you so much! I will be doing the same today By the way, where did you get your metal bracelet?, looks nice!

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

Timing chain from a 2010 Audi A4

@ej2659 Год назад

That radiator is very suspect. When the tanks turn brown on those it's just a matter time till they start leaking.

@maxflores2798 2 года назад

What were the names of those last 2 gaskets u put on from the block to the manifold to the top part of the the manifold

@MechanicalTriage 2 года назад

Intake manifold gaskets Upper and lower plenum gasket.

@jordydominguez2268 3 года назад

do you have a tutorial on how to replace a 2001 tacoma 3.4L thermostat

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

I do not have enough tutorials yet, this is just a beginning to this new playlist. I found this, it may help in your situation. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-nTw_u396O5o.html

@stevanrose7439 2 года назад

I would say that if you get as far as the thermostat to go ahead and replace the timing belt and what ever goes along with it.

@wilfredopolanco7085 11 месяцев назад

How much would a job like this cost ? Head gasket seal replacement

@michaelgasperik4319 3 года назад

The cheapest parts cause the biggest problems. My pcv valve broke, in the process of getting it out, the petrified rubber grommet broke in half and fell into the valve cover.

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

I would probably just leave it, it’ll find it’s way to the oil pan eventually. Now if you lost chunks of plastic, might warrant removing the valve cover.

@alfredonski 3 года назад

Wow you still have factory radiator!

@rushthezeppelin Год назад

Let's hope he wasn't at risk of the pink milkshake of death (or has a manual like my 3rd gen).

@maxflores2798 2 года назад

Ok so I have a p0300 code random misfires with following p0301,02,03,04,06 on a 97 4 runner and a I recently changed spark plugs coils cables and 2 air hoses I also resealed my coil canister bcs it was leaking air from the bottom, it can't be anything fuel as the pump filter and other stuff are new on that side I have given it a compression test but I am honestly thinking it's the fuel injectors although the car runs great no shaking nothing I'm just not sure how I could test my theory without taking my whole engine bay apart like u was wondering if you could give me any tips on this random misfire not sure what it could be just guessing

@MechanicalTriage 2 года назад

It’s possible it has a clogged catalytic converter that is causing back pressure, or the injectors are over/under fueling because of a dirty maf sensor or oxygen sensor.

@jonnymakers9560 Год назад

My Toyota Dealership here in Beaverton Oregon wants $2100 to replace them...I said no...and I put quarts of oil in every month..lol

@fetchjunkremoval Год назад

Hey man, Can I ask - did you do the FRONT camshaft plugs as well? Or just the rear ones? The one one the front passenger side seems impossible to get out (due to clearance from the radiator mount in front of it). Just curious if you did the front ones as well, and if you didn't - was it for the same reason, or some other reason? Anyone here have a response? Thanks!

@MechanicalTriage Год назад

Front seals would require removal of the timing belt and cam sprockets. Not on this job.

@fetchjunkremoval Год назад

@@MechanicalTriage Thank you!. That helps a ton. That makes sense, and makes me feel better, as I was really struggling to see how to get in there with the timing belt bracket/backside there impacting the access of the actual plug itself. Thank you again for your quick reply and info!

@noedelvalle4639 3 года назад

Need a radiator

@daleitis2732 3 года назад

Have you got a parts list with links?

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

I do not, there are a couple variants so pulling the parts list from your vin is best.

@chrishenry9827 Год назад

You have a list of sockets and tools used ??

@MechanicalTriage Год назад

Sorry, not at this point. That was a couple years ago. I will start putting tools aside when I do jobs from now on and sum it up at the beginning of my videos. Sorry

@chrishenry9827 Год назад

@@MechanicalTriage No problem man, good video. I use those dishwashing gloves also last way longer than others and there cheap.

@moeangel3285 Год назад

I had a buddy do a job for me with this vehicle and now there’s coolant in the cam 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤮 he was a new guy at the shop. Any reasons why?

@MechanicalTriage Год назад

What job did he do? Also, please clarify “coolant in the cam”.

@SoChillExplores Год назад

Loved the video! But the music is unnecessarily loud 😢

@MechanicalTriage Год назад

Sorry, was one of my first videos. I’m learning.

@SoChillExplores Год назад

@@MechanicalTriage we all are! Thanks for the great content anyways.

@a.c.king-dk5yl1ep2m 3 года назад

Did you torque anything ?

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

On this job, no. I’ve been doing this sooooo long, that I usually only torque rod bearings, mains, cams, and head bolts.. this vehicle repair has not had an issue since I worked on it

@a.c.king-dk5yl1ep2m 3 года назад

@@MechanicalTriage The reason I asked is because I always worry about over tightening, especially when rubber parts or gaskets are involved. Not having your experience, I was just wondering if it was a good idea for someone like me to torque on a job like this. Thanks.

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

I do recommend torquing to proper specs whenever possible. Being even and consistent is key. I have learned many a time what “too tight” looks like. ;) Please note that, during the motorcycle engine build, cb750k, I followed torque specs on 99% of all the engine bolts. Being my first full motorcycle engine build, I didn’t have any recourse for broken or warped parts.

@eliotnavarro9212 3 года назад

what part number was the intake gasket? i couldn’t find any

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

There are a couple different variants. What year? 2 or 4 wheel? Trim?

@eliotnavarro9212 3 года назад

looks like the same as yours it’s a 99 prerunner, 3.4 6cylinder and rwd

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

Felpro gasket set VS50422R

@WisconsinRailfan22 3 года назад

Got an estimate for how much a mechanic will charge for this job?

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

It really depends on what area you are in. Where I am located, and within 20 miles of me, the cost for this job could vary from $300 to $700. It depends on the mechanic you hire, and what people in the area you are in are willing to pay for mobile services.

@mosthated8190 Год назад

Should’ve just resealed the half moons and purchased new plugs as a preventative maintenance

@MechanicalTriage Год назад

Been three years, still runs great with ZERO leaks

@mosthated8190 Год назад

@@MechanicalTriage I just did mine hope mine lasts as long !

@gustavocarrillo327 3 года назад

Hey friend , didn't you install the spark plug tube gaskets backwards??

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

No, that’s how they go in.

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

On every car, that I’ve ever worked on.

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

For 17 years.

@gustavocarrillo327 3 года назад

Then I`ve been doing it wrong

@gustavocarrillo327 3 года назад

@@MechanicalTriage Installing gaskets

@danieljohnson530 Год назад

You forgot the cam shaft seals.

@MechanicalTriage Год назад

Your right.. and it bit me in the ass two years later.. but its ok, i had to do a complete service on it again anyway cause the flex plate broke..

@moezsiddig4956 3 года назад

I have the same engine I wan to order it from amazon what is the gasket cover number please

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

Felpro VS50422R

@moezsiddig4956 3 года назад

@@MechanicalTriage thank you

@moezsiddig4956 3 года назад

@Holy Smoke thank you

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

To check for vacuum leaks. After removing the intake and reinstalling it, I wanted to make sure there were no vacuum leaks in either the intake gasket or any vacuum lines. Brake clean is VERY flammable, and will make the rpms change if sucked into the intake.

@armandosoria7993 2 года назад

Idk if i trust myself to do this

@MechanicalTriage 2 года назад

If your concerned, you’ll probably run into something that makes you call a mechanic, and you’ll lose a day with your rig. Best bet, call someone In to do it for ya, and spend your time perfecting your craft to make your skills better in whatever your a specialist in. :)

@LatinDanceVideos 3 года назад

I wasn’t familiar with the method to check for vacuum leaks. Thanks. (Also: how did I not know this???) This video explains in more detail. Starter fluid might be a better option over brake cleaner. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-UL9NqqZToJs.html

@MechanicalTriage 3 года назад

It’s a dangerous method. But, an alternative to not having a smoke machine sometimes.