How to Replace Bad Leaking Valve Cover Gasket 01-07 Toyota Highlander

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In the video, 1A Auto shows how to replace a bad or leaking valve cover gasket. The video is applicable to the 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, Toyota, Highlander
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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@ishaankane8252 3 жыл бұрын

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@basecampfirefly 6 жыл бұрын

Really good job on the video! Very thorough and well explained. Probably could skip how to open the hood part, because if you haven't figured out how to do that on your own, then you probably shouldn't be doing this job!

@osceolaassassin3188 5 жыл бұрын

Took on this project for the first time after watching your tutorial. Your step by step visual instruction on a laptop has put the Chilton's Manual out of business. Thank you for your time and instruction. Saved me a lot of money.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+osceola assassin Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

@brandonauchterlonie9956 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Really helped. Was able to do the job (including spark plugs) in about an hour

@Pontiac717 2 жыл бұрын

Got an 03 Highlander, this is going to be my next task. Valve cover leaking from front bad, good thing I have this video for reference.

@omleenasni8401 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, watched this and figure out my engine issue and also how to fix it, safe to say my boyfriend was impressed when I did this by myself.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Omle EnasnI Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@Nick-yj3xp 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing job! Clear, didn't skip steps. If someone is looking to replace a Highlander head gasket, you have found the right video.

@JeffChen285 2 жыл бұрын

Another excelent video ! Lexus RX300 has an nealy identical situations which has driven me nuts ! I would like to share some tips with the DIYers here. 1 The enging hanger is actually a C-shaped chanel, which make the 14mm bolt even more dificult to be removed because the bolt top is flashed with the flange. So I decide to grind off the flange at driver side near the bolt so the bolt will be easily reached with a 14mm ratchting wrench. 2 I modified the grounding point of two grounding wires from behind of the intake chamber to the side. Adding a piece of new wire is an very easy job. 3 The third useful tip is for the cam cover gasket. A common proble for the 1mzfe engine is gasket leaking even with the new gasket. Over titen the 10mm shouder bolts around the cover is some times useless. The effective way is add one or two washers on each bolt.

@nilolee2426 2 жыл бұрын

What is the torque spec on those bolts and shoulder bolts?

@thepetersons4535 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, was able to the job easily. Thanks.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+The Petersons Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/valve-cover-gasket-set/i/1aegs00177?KZfaq&CTA+Comment&ZF2Ew3U

@wendychilson7597 Жыл бұрын

Thanks alot. As easy as I thought, just wanted to confirm.

@willi7173 5 жыл бұрын

nice video guys!

@SweetHere111 6 жыл бұрын

What other maintenance would you recommend while the valve cover is off?

@eman610 Жыл бұрын

Replace the blinker fluid every 30,000 miles. It tends to get dirty. AND the filter for it.

@louiedog685 Жыл бұрын

Good explaining step by step. I can't see the bolts in the back without a step stool.

@sadque74 6 жыл бұрын

Can we use ATP 205 or any other oil stop leak as first step before change gasket?

@HUMZMIC1 3 жыл бұрын

Great video...I LIKE!!!

@seanword8742 6 жыл бұрын

Those Toyota clips always break!

@robertbennett8361 4 жыл бұрын

Looking for vehicle helped me spot a potential repair thank you

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Robert Bennett Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

@rosarioduran1394 Жыл бұрын

Excelente video Gracias

@Kazumasa808 5 ай бұрын

Amazing Video! Would this also be a good time to change out the spark plugs?

@kornshadow097 4 жыл бұрын

Pretty good video except you forgot 2 things. To tell people to clean the engine surface and that if they had oil leaking into the plugs like you did, to use a paper towel to soak it up and compressed air if they have it to absorb it.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+KornShaDoW097 Thanks for the tip! We'll pass this info along to our production team.

@stephenmccreary7713 4 жыл бұрын

Great video

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Stephen McCreary Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@DIY-AutoMech Ай бұрын

Replacement of 4-Cyl Highlander engine valve cover gasket is much easier than a 6-Cyl 3.3L engine, which I am in the process of doing. Removing the 12mm bolt on the middle bracket of plenum manifold is extremely difficult.

@BEYOUTOTHEFUL 2 ай бұрын

HI, I HAVE A 2005 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SOMEONE JUST TOLD ME THERE IS OIL ON THE ENGINE ( I SAW IT) AND IT PROB MEANS I NEED HEAD GASKETS BUT IT RUNS GREAT, IS THIS AN ISSUE OR NOT FOR THE VEHICLE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP ANGELA

@jeanschultz8857 3 жыл бұрын

What about the oil that was in the coil pack holes..what did you do with that?

@jonphanspromotions 5 жыл бұрын

is it the same as the lexus RX330?

@elchinguengenchon 2 жыл бұрын

i noticed that you removed two gaskets, but i did not see that you installed 2 gaskets, 1 from the cover and another from the engine,or did i miss it? or I only need one? thank you.

@keiannschyler 4 жыл бұрын

do you ship to the Philippines?

@louiedog685 Жыл бұрын

Do you use any sealant?

@bcatz454 6 жыл бұрын

Hi 1A auto, do you guys recomend the form in place gasket FIPG or RTV when doing this job?

@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын

+SC14 You will have to use the formed gasket for this repair. Here is a link to is on our website if you need to purchase it! www.1aauto.com/valve-cover-gasket-set/i/1aegs00177?KZfaq&CTA+Comment&ZF2Ew3U

@adorableashlee4067 Жыл бұрын

Do you drain the oil first?

@Christinme03 3 ай бұрын

Is it the same for the V6?

@safisafari2223 2 жыл бұрын

The Engine Oil leaking light and the Engine light ( Code P0012) on before and after the Valve cover gasket replacement ( $400)???😕😩😭 Any advice ? Thanks in advance!

@jeffhaak212 4 жыл бұрын

I have the V6 Highlander what tool do you use for those nuts or screws on the valve cover gasket ?

@lamontgray6015 4 жыл бұрын

5mil Allen socket

@nickjohnso 5 жыл бұрын

What are the torque specs for the cover? Does it need to be properly torqued?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Nicholas Johnson Yes, it would need to be properly torqued. You will need to tighten the engine cover fasteners to 7 Nm (62 lb in). Thank you.

@BigBirdy100 Жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto how do you know / measure the torque ? Also i see estimates online that this can be a $1500 to $4000 dollar job. I don't understand why. It doesn't seem that complicated. How much would you say is an average price ? Why is it so much? Thanks.

@Sir_dOllA3 4 жыл бұрын

Do you recommend using any kind of gasket sealant?

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Yen Yang You can use any gasket sealant brand would not make a difference.

@Sir_dOllA3 4 жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto ty I didn't know that

@rosendomendoza2985 3 жыл бұрын

You didn’t add silicone gasket

@Nemesis74racer 5 жыл бұрын

My mom's car completely died out on her. When I opened the hood I noticed oil+debris all over the engine block (i.e like shown in your vid). I took off the valve cover and noticed the broken valve gasket (just one area). But my question is, would this be the cause for engine failure? The engine wont crank over. Any ideas?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

There are multiple reasons why you could be experiencing this issue. We recommend taking it to a local mechanic for a reliable diagnosis. Thank you! +Nemesis 74

@MC-mh2ju 2 жыл бұрын

What's the torque values for each screw?

@mendthedivide Жыл бұрын

tighten the engine cover fasteners to 7 Nm (62 lb in)

@safisafari2223 2 жыл бұрын

In January 2022 they wanna charge $500 for the replacement? ? For a V6 engine. DIY about $30 . Thanks!

@lsss155 2 жыл бұрын

I had a mechanic replace Gasket but occasionally still smell fumes. Why? I paid 600.00 for this job plus I am feeling sick from the fumes. Toyota cost too much and every time I take my car to Toyota they find something wrong that cost over 1,000.00. Sometimes, I feel like they are pulling a wool over my head. I don't like to be taken advantage.

@alexal2716 5 жыл бұрын

What about the v6 is it the same?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Alex Al It may be a different procedure on your application. We currently do not have an auto repair video for this particular year, make and model. Thank you for asking. 1aauto.com

@lucasmills1246 2 жыл бұрын

Show how to do it on a 1mz now on the rear bank, have fun pretty boy.

@davdjimenez1150 2 жыл бұрын

Use a flat head screw driver to pry off the valve cover 👍🏽 not a rubber mallet

@mengsong7554 4 жыл бұрын

You should never flip the valve cover right over the open engine because contamination could fall inside and make it worse. Just my opinion.

@kornshadow097 4 жыл бұрын

I personally have an 08 hybrid... My engine looks different than this... Gonna have to figure it out... N mine may have both heads leaking... So your vid only shows the front valve cover... What about the back?

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+KornShaDoW097 This procedure might be different for your application. We do not currently have a how-to video for this particular year, make and model. Thank you for asking! 1AAuto.com