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Help please.... I pulled into the driveway and my gear shifter went soft on me and wont select gears, now i cant get it into park and i cant start the truck....f150 5.4 2006.....i dont know what to do
@@matthewblackwood4704 check transmission fluid first. If fluid is OK, it means the transmission neutral switch is not properly engaged in park, so it won't start. Make sure you can pry the transmission gear knob area with a screw driver, to help engage the transmission in park.
This guy is amazing ! He has saved me so much time and headache. We are lucky to have this type of in depth honestly and clarity. I enjoy all of his videos even when its not the car i have his information can translate to most applications. If you have not subscribed and left a like now is the time. He always has great info you would be a fool not to subscribe😬take the time show your support!
You always pray a man with this level of expertise is working on your vehicle.....not the pothead who lives down the street. I am impressed with his abilities to diagnose and his knowledge of the product he's working on. Well done Sir.
I was a Ford tech for around 10 years, and then went to parts after a back injury. This guy is the real deal, he knows his stuff. If you have a Ford, you should be subbed, he gives out overloads of great useful info. I’ve seen a lot of good techs, and I’ve seen guys who couldn’t fix a sandwich, this guy is awesome!
Only live like 4 hours away from this guy and I’m really thinking of bringing my truck there. My 2010 is having so many issues now. Can’t do everything myself
So much knowledge needed on just this one model and model engine. There are many models of other manufacturers out there just like this one. Auto (Technicians) not mechanics are now needed to keep our autos running. Another great job Ford Tech showing everyone the knowledge it takes to work on autos of today.Good job keeping up with new technology. It changes every day.
Yeah it's absolutely crazy the amount of knowledge it requires to be an Auto Tech, and now with electric cars you need to be an Electrician as well! Some say it takes more knowledge than a Medical Doctor to be a good technician....and how often does the human body change...its the same make and model everytime 😁
I've seen some that the scrap yards so call rebuild themselves. It may have been a scrap yard take out from a crappy rebuilder too. I've never seen a blue one like that either.
If you’re having issues w these things, it’s time for a good quality reman crate motor, don’t waste your time with the cam phasers, they would be working if there was oil pressure, & because they’re not they’re garbage along with the motor. Grenade the motor then drop a crate motor in it not from the crap yard that’s not a 3v & it’ll be fine.
You’re a great mechanic. I got a 2006 F150 5.4 Harley Edition. I learned so much from your videos and done a lot of my own work cause of you. You’re my go to. Just sucks I live in an apartment and can only do so much. But keep up the good work. I’ve learned so much off UA-cam
You make diagnosing look easy Brian but you actually have so many years and knowledge of auto issues and Ford experience your like a super hero and a great teacher wrapped into one. Thanks for another great video.
We have similar problems at the plant where the 5.0L is built. If the exhaust VCT isn't installed correctly it will ruin the VCT and nose of the cam when it goes through the machine that checks the timing. I said all that just to agree that if you don't install the VCT correctly and torque it properly you're wasting your time and money. Great video and i agree with another commenter that this guy is thorough and explains what to look for and what not to do on certain repairs.
That’s probably the thing I enjoy most about your videos: You don’t just start replacing parts and say “Maybe this will work” or “Maybe this will fix it”. You actually take the time and do actual diagnosis and do a process of elimination. Part by part, step-by-step. This is the way it should be. But as you already know, a lot of dealerships don’t do that. They just start replacing parts and hope that it’ll fix the problem. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much Brian , Like always Another Golden Video on diagnostic Training. From all of us who have these engines - I can't say enough to how much help your videos are Your professionalism really shows how you care. The Lord Bless you Brian..
I have the same code popping up P0345. I changed the CamShaft sensor, no luck... I pulled the VCT solenoid and cranked the engine just like you did... Still gets me the error code. Now... I'm going in to check the phaser. It's been worked on before. Prior owner had some work done on it. I'm fearing they also used aftermarket sub quality parts. Now. I'm going to fix it. Your videos are so helpful. I'm legitimately done taking my cars and trucks to mechanic shops. I get it all done myself now with the help of Hanes and Chilton books plus your videos. Thank you!
Love your videos man, but I can't watch your 5.4 videos anymore, I already fixed the phasers, cam chain, tensioners, spark plugs, VCT solenoids, and oil pump. I don't want to jinx it anymore 😂
As long as you put a good oil pump in and not a stock Ford unit. you will probably not have another issue. Please tell us you used a Boundary or Melling or Livernois or Moroso or PCE. If you used a Ford one, I sure hope it was a Ford Racing model like the one used in the GT 500.... Good luck.
I remember talking with you on the timing job + new Melling and Rollers. I spent a week on Amazon ordering everything and finally going to do the job, Ford in Fallon, Nevada says they aren't going to do it now. Truck is too old he says. It's a 2006 like you are working on. They told me when I bought it that they'll be looking forward to helping me should I need any work done. BBB Here I come 🤬 Finding an HONEST mechanic like you is few and far between.
Many thanks for posting this!! I've had the MIL lit for a couple years now for the P0340/0344 code. Kept putting off removing the valve cover to check the "fingers" on the phaser. Will run these diagnostics first and see what comes up. Excellent advice my friend!!
My first time at seeing one of these apart. Where I worked before retirement, we had many Ford "F" series, (with 4.6, 5.4. 6.8 engines) but I never saw a phaser let go.
Great diag! It seems like I won't see these 3valves for a while then all of a sudden they start coming in one after another, at my age of 56 and working on so many different car lines I definitely need a refresher in these engines from time to time. Down here in South Louisiana we don't have to deal with rust and most of these trucks are in good shape, but if I can learn any thing about any vehicle especially these engines I'm all ears. I'm one of the few shops that will work on these engines, a lot of the other shops have been burned on them so they won't touch them. Great video looking forward to the next one!
I work in a big dealership...man I give you credit, you really know your stuff. If you ever consider moving south (Roll Tide) I got a spot for you! I assume your a senior master ?
Thank you for another great informative video. It sure is a heart breaker that the AM timing sets are under $200.00, while the FOMOCO kits are over $1,200.00! I sure wish a company would make quality affordable replacement AM parts.
thank you for what you do . I was born in to the auto-motive trade. So I known it was not the career for me,(Big mistake, Who would’ve known shops would be charging $125 an hour and up) but I love being a at home tech. Now that I’m furloughed my hobby is my Company now thanks for keeping me updated with the new technology; Iron sharpens iron
Dude I have engine knock and had some of those codes apear, along with a rought idle than stall out when engine is hot at low rpms. I got it working better now after a motor flush and some thicker oil. Anyways I will have to so this job soon and this video is excellent. You make the best F150 repair vids, thank you bro!
I've been running okay with frequent oil changes (every 5k miles) and a bottle of oil stabilizer now for 2 yrs since I got the truck. It seems to be worse sometimess, better at other times. Runs fine, no stalling. In fact, someone pointed the ticking out to me saying they had a Triton engine do this but I no longer noticed it until he pointed it out. I drove 2000 miles cross country and towed a trailer with a car on it no problem last year.
My 2017 Gen2 3.5L had Ford phasers and the cab came off x3 before 30,000 miles to replace them. I traded out of it. I also had similar issues with my three valve 5.4, however at much longer intervals. I can now say that I am back in a pushrod vehicle. I will go EV before I ever purchase another gasoline engine with highly variable VCTs.
@Sheldon Trooper My 2004 5.4 I bought new might be your trucks twin. I'm just shy of 207,000 miles myself and it still runs great. Only thing I've had to do was change the spark plugs (7/8 broke though). Fortunately, I haven't had any issues with the transmission.
Sea Hawk Toyota and Honda have had relatively few issues with their VVT systems in well maintained vehicles. There’s nothing wrong with the design. It’s the junk parts combined with the lack of maintenance that has made Ford’s such a nightmare. GM’s V-6 engines aren’t having major problems as well due to garbage O.E. Parts.
Love your videos. So clear and concise. Lighting is always great too. Very east listening and watching. I learn so much from you and your efforts to show us your daiky encounters working on vehicles. Thank you.
Thanks for the advice on the vacuum brake bleeder, I bought the one you recommended on Amazon and it worked great. I bled the brakes on my ‘15 Jetta and it was a breeze. On my ‘13 Pathfinder, Nissan recommends disabling the ABS pump by disconnecting the negative battery terminal before bleeding the brakes.
Had codes 0345 and 0022 so I replaced driver side vvt solenoid and camshaft position sensor. Changed oil and filter. Those codes went away, next day CEL came back on this time with code 0012. Not sure where to go from here. Thank you for all the great videos!
I'm working on one of those tomorrow. Job was done 2 months ago with Ebay parts and already got the idle shivers. The customer came to us before but we would not install his ebay parts. He left and came back a couple of days ago.
This is great stuff! I plan to use the exact same diagnosis. Last year I did the whole timing job: the chain, phasers, solenoids....ALL Ford parts. I put a Melling 340HV oil pump in too. Sometimes when coming to a stop, the timing on one bank will not go back to base. It's like it's stuck activated.
That is an oil pressure and volume issue. If you are sure everything was installed properly and the pan has been cleaned out with no startup rattle then I recommend performing a crankshaft end play check. If ok then use 5w-30 oil, if the concern is still there then use Rotella 5w-40 oil.
@@FordTechMakuloco I still have to drop the pan and check/clean the pickup tube. I don't recall any broken pieces or chunks missing from the teardown but I suppose I could find something wrong. I'll report back on what I find!
Today I dropped the pan. Found a chunk of what looks like a guide in the pickup screen. And also a lining on the bottom of the pan with grit, looks like from the old chains. Cleaned everything and reinstalled. I checked crank endplay too, very little movement. Less than 004 I am STILL getting this to happen. I'm just like WTF at this point
@@gmtech2012 Did you check the cam cap ends for gasket debree? Radiator cam cap on the drivers cam, and the cap next to the firewall on the passenger side cam? There is a gasket that goes behind where your oil filter screws on, on my triton that gasket was breaking off. I found a few pieces of it clogging up the tiny oil passages in the caps I described.
I've been watching you're vids nonstop I've watching the timing diy 5 times. But 200k miles still good wth first chk engine light in yrs cat went out. Why is mine doin so good we switched to 10w 30 at 150k not even camnohaser knock and I've got all the service paperwork ont he truck. 07 ford expedition ebel
Anytime you buy a used car part that has been painted it's called a "spray and pray" cause you never know how good or bad it's going to be. This vid should be sponsored by Dorman, making Ford phasers that fail since 1918.haha 🤣 Great job Brian
Really really wish there was a mechanic who is as thorough as you around Omaha, NE. I have some type of issue with mine but don’t want to do it myself in fear of messing something up. I’m one who would just do all parts under front cover. Chain to phasers.
I'm not a fan of the 3V but so many of the problems with them are avoidable with proper diagnosing and OEM parts. So many mechanics should watch your videos.
I can really use your help on this! I have a 2004 Ford F-150 with 155,000 miles on it around 100,000 miles the timing was done on it the full subang with moterctaft parts! At 140,000 my transmission went out, I had it replaced but the transmission shop damaged the transmission lines so all the fluid leaked out 2 days later. They put new lines on it but my motor was running really rough and it was indicative of cam phasers. Took it to the shop and me and the mechanic got into the front end and realized my timing chain has stretched and it broke a guide, we redid the entire timing on it and it’s been driving perfectly until the past few thousand miles, ever since I purchased the truck it’s had a p1000 code and it doesn’t throw a check engine light but that’s not my main problem my problem is I’ll go to work in the morning start up the truck and I see a puff of smoke out the tail pipe for a second and sometimes when I get on the grass smoke will come out, also when I get home and put in in reverse to back up the driveway it starts to run really rough but if I get the rpms above 1500 for a second everything smooths out, it throws a p0022 code and I’m really confused now! What should I look for. It has new camshaft position sensors, new vct things, new spark plugs, and new coil packs! Please help!
Original: valve covers never removed,starter, water pump,coolant, power steering,coil packs,fuel system,exhaust all original. E3 diamond💎 spark plugs have 100k mi on them..new belt /idler pulleys at 250k mi. Alternator once.
I wish I could afford to have a tech look over my truck. To have a technician diagnose it and if it happens to be the issue that I think it is it will cost me more than I spent on my truck to have it fixed.
Would it be wise to check the phaser bolt on the other cam? I guess the lesson here is to ask if a manufactured engine has genuine Ford parts. Not mystery parts.
Not sure how I feel having a 5.4 3v f150 knowing there are guys like Brian making a living out of just doing repairs on this motor..that says a lot. But when this thing is running good it's an awesome truck. I have 190k and I do have a ticking but also using about 1/2 qt oil in 700 miles or so, I'm so torn on having a timing job done or just letting it last as long as it can the way it is then put a new ford rebuilt in it.
Another great video! I have 140k on my 2009 f150 5.4l 3v. No problems I know about but your videos on the 5.4 make me nervous. Has anyone gone this long without replacing phasers, chains, guides, tensioners, oil pump etc??
Seen some in high 280,000 to 320,000 miles with Original timing parts Dude in Houston after break in oil he started using pennzoil 15w40 and has 380,000 miles and it's hot in Houston Those 3v operate on clean oil, change oil and filter, don't go 6000 miles on synthetic oil I use pennzoil platinum 5w30 full synthetic and motor craft 820 filter and is quiet and runs perfectly at 140,000 miles, 5w20 is recommended by ford for better fuel mileage to make government EPA happy. All these ford techs say 5w30 for thicker oil Another thing you can do is when first start of the day is flood mode, hold gas pedal to floor and crank and let oil pressure build and let of pedal and it cranks at 600 rpm
Seen some in high 280,000 to 320,000 miles with Original timing parts Dude in Houston after break in oil he started using pennzoil 15w40 and has 380,000 miles and it's hot in Houston Those 3v operate on clean oil, change oil and filter, don't go 6000 miles on synthetic oil I use pennzoil platinum 5w30 full synthetic and motor craft 820 filter and is quiet and runs perfectly at 140,000 miles, 5w20 is recommended by ford for better fuel mileage to make government EPA happy. All these ford techs say 5w30 for thicker oil Another thing you can do is when first start of the day is flood mode, hold gas pedal to floor and crank and let oil pressure build and let of pedal and it cranks at 600 rpm
Wish I your video before I replaced my vct solenoids. Can you work on my 05 F150? Where's your shop? Which state are you in? I'm 100% sure that the work you did in this video will also fix my truck. If interested, please respond and we can communicate offline. Great video. Keep it up.👍
06 3v has same codes, at times will drop down and idle rough. New timing kit, new oil pump. New solenoids and phasers only dr side. So I prefer and installed a ford vct still does the same thing. Swapped cmp sensors from side to side, no change. I'm lost.
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Help please.... I pulled into the driveway and my gear shifter went soft on me and wont select gears, now i cant get it into park and i cant start the truck....f150 5.4 2006.....i dont know what to do
@Jesse Ajuda 5w-30 no doubt
Matt Blackwood try starting in neutral. Also see if this is similar issue. 🍻
@@michaelwerbick I found it the transmission shift cable was broken thanks
@@matthewblackwood4704 check transmission fluid first. If fluid is OK, it means the transmission neutral switch is not properly engaged in park, so it won't start. Make sure you can pry the transmission gear knob area with a screw driver, to help engage the transmission in park.
This guy is amazing ! He has saved me so much time and headache. We are lucky to have this type of in depth honestly and clarity. I enjoy all of his videos even when its not the car i have his information can translate to most applications. If you have not subscribed and left a like now is the time. He always has great info you would be a fool not to subscribe😬take the time show your support!
You always pray a man with this level of expertise is working on your vehicle.....not the pothead who lives down the street. I am impressed with his abilities to diagnose and his knowledge of the product he's working on. Well done Sir.
U are the best ford tech available as usual great job!
Stephan Paris hes not a ford tech. He’s a kid with google. This guy has actual certifications.
@@FishFind3000 certs are one thing, experience and talent is better
Do you ever work on the new rangers?
I was a Ford tech for around 10 years, and then went to parts after a back injury. This guy is the real deal, he knows his stuff. If you have a Ford, you should be subbed, he gives out overloads of great useful info. I’ve seen a lot of good techs, and I’ve seen guys who couldn’t fix a sandwich, this guy is awesome!
This guy is on point. Im in the middle of a complete timing job and feel comfortable doing it because of his videos
Only live like 4 hours away from this guy and I’m really thinking of bringing my truck there. My 2010 is having so many issues now. Can’t do everything myself
So much knowledge needed on just this one model and model engine. There are many models of other manufacturers out there just like this one. Auto (Technicians) not mechanics are now needed to keep our autos running. Another great job Ford Tech showing everyone the knowledge it takes to work on autos of today.Good job keeping up with new technology. It changes every day.
Yeah it's absolutely crazy the amount of knowledge it requires to be an Auto Tech, and now with electric cars you need to be an Electrician as well! Some say it takes more knowledge than a Medical Doctor to be a good technician....and how often does the human body change...its the same make and model everytime 😁
That engine looks more like a salvage yard engine instead of a Reman
I've seen some that the scrap yards so call rebuild themselves. It may have been a scrap yard take out from a crappy rebuilder too. I've never seen a blue one like that either.
Yeah it was bad on the outside but definitely a reman engine inside.
If you’re having issues w these things, it’s time for a good quality reman crate motor, don’t waste your time with the cam phasers, they would be working if there was oil pressure, & because they’re not they’re garbage along with the motor.
Grenade the motor then drop a crate motor in it not from the crap yard that’s not a 3v & it’ll be fine.
That's a Krylon rebuild. Fresh coat, and it's good to go!!
You’re a great mechanic. I got a 2006 F150 5.4 Harley Edition. I learned so much from your videos and done a lot of my own work cause of you. You’re my go to. Just sucks I live in an apartment and can only do so much. But keep up the good work. I’ve learned so much off UA-cam
You make diagnosing look easy Brian but you actually have so many years and knowledge of auto issues and Ford experience your like a super hero and a great teacher wrapped into one. Thanks for another great video.
I try
And you succeed!!!
A hero we don’t deserve but a hero we need
We have similar problems at the plant where the 5.0L is built. If the exhaust VCT isn't installed correctly it will ruin the VCT and nose of the cam when it goes through the machine that checks the timing. I said all that just to agree that if you don't install the VCT correctly and torque it properly you're wasting your time and money. Great video and i agree with another commenter that this guy is thorough and explains what to look for and what not to do on certain repairs.
That’s probably the thing I enjoy most about your videos:
You don’t just start replacing parts and say “Maybe this will work” or “Maybe this will fix it”.
You actually take the time and do actual diagnosis and do a process of elimination. Part by part, step-by-step. This is the way it should be. But as you already know, a lot of dealerships don’t do that. They just start replacing parts and hope that it’ll fix the problem. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much Brian , Like always Another Golden Video on diagnostic Training. From all of us who have these engines - I can't say enough to how much help your videos are
Your professionalism really shows how you care. The Lord Bless you Brian..
Thank You Master Ford Tech 👨🏼🔧 I Learned a Lot From This and All Your Other Videos 😀😊👍🏼
I hope you make some ad money from these vids, because you sure have helped me a lot over the last few years.
I have the same code popping up P0345. I changed the CamShaft sensor, no luck... I pulled the VCT solenoid and cranked the engine just like you did... Still gets me the error code. Now... I'm going in to check the phaser. It's been worked on before. Prior owner had some work done on it. I'm fearing they also used aftermarket sub quality parts. Now. I'm going to fix it. Your videos are so helpful. I'm legitimately done taking my cars and trucks to mechanic shops. I get it all done myself now with the help of Hanes and Chilton books plus your videos. Thank you!
Love your videos man, but I can't watch your 5.4 videos anymore, I already fixed the phasers, cam chain, tensioners, spark plugs, VCT solenoids, and oil pump. I don't want to jinx it anymore 😂
lol I hear ya!
I’m currently looking to change my VCT solenoids
As long as you put a good oil pump in and not a stock Ford unit. you will probably not have another issue. Please tell us you used a Boundary or Melling or Livernois or Moroso or PCE. If you used a Ford one, I sure hope it was a Ford Racing model like the one used in the GT 500.... Good luck.
Me to
I dont own a truck or even a Ford. But this channel Is Gold.
@FordTechMakuloco, I’d like to thank you for all your videos! I removed and rebuilt my 5.4 3vavle by watching your video’s!
Damn son. You're the Ultimate Ford Mechanic.
Always enjoy the F-150 5.4 3v videos, keep them coming!
I remember talking with you on the timing job + new Melling and Rollers. I spent a week on Amazon ordering everything and finally going to do the job, Ford in Fallon, Nevada says they aren't going to do it now. Truck is too old he says. It's a 2006 like you are working on. They told me when I bought it that they'll be looking forward to helping me should I need any work done. BBB Here I come 🤬 Finding an HONEST mechanic like you is few and far between.
Many thanks for posting this!! I've had the MIL lit for a couple years now for the P0340/0344 code. Kept putting off removing the valve cover to check the "fingers" on the phaser. Will run these diagnostics first and see what comes up. Excellent advice my friend!!
Hey eco builder, were you able to figure out those codes? I have the same ones
VERY Well done.... Im a GM tech and not really familliar with Ford... very logical and clear presentation of accurate diag... bravo!
My first time at seeing one of these apart. Where I worked before retirement, we had many Ford "F" series, (with 4.6, 5.4. 6.8 engines) but I never saw a phaser let go.
This one had a loose bolt on it.
Great diag! It seems like I won't see these 3valves for a while then all of a sudden they start coming in one after another, at my age of 56 and working on so many different car lines I definitely need a refresher in these engines from time to time. Down here in South Louisiana we don't have to deal with rust and most of these trucks are in good shape, but if I can learn any thing about any vehicle especially these engines I'm all ears. I'm one of the few shops that will work on these engines, a lot of the other shops have been burned on them so they won't touch them. Great video looking forward to the next one!
Those other shops just didn't know what they were doing these engines are very simple to diagnose and fix.
thanks for the vid. i'm having the same problem with a reman engine also! only 40,000 miles on it.
I work in a big dealership...man I give you credit, you really know your stuff. If you ever consider moving south (Roll Tide) I got a spot for you! I assume your a senior master ?
Thank you for another great informative video. It sure is a heart breaker that the AM timing sets are under $200.00, while the FOMOCO kits are over $1,200.00! I sure wish a company would make quality affordable replacement AM parts.
Ford kits were down to $590 at one point.
thank you for what you do . I was born in to the auto-motive trade. So I known it was not the career for me,(Big mistake, Who would’ve known shops would be charging $125 an hour and up) but I love being a at home tech. Now that I’m furloughed my hobby is my Company now thanks for keeping me updated with the new technology; Iron sharpens iron
Your videos on Ford's VCT systems have been so helpful for me to understand what's going on with my 3 valve Mustang. THank you!
As usual very informative. I'm waiting for your general testing manual to come out.
Thank you
Really great video! Everything made perfect sense and I really like the thoroughness of the disgnostics.
I have a 2010 f150 5.4 3v at 230xxx miles so far so good no phaser issues yet just axle seals was the biggest bill so far
What oil and weight and filter please
5w20 synthetic blend and napa gold filter been nice to me
Dude I have engine knock and had some of those codes apear, along with a rought idle than stall out when engine is hot at low rpms. I got it working better now after a motor flush and some thicker oil. Anyways I will have to so this job soon and this video is excellent. You make the best F150 repair vids, thank you bro!
Probably cam phasers. Those are what make the knocking noise at least
Try Lucas synthetic oil stabilizer to buy some time. 1 qt added to your next oil change might help keep it going.
Purecult if it stalls out it could be the solenoids or it could be your fuel module
You ever do the timing job or anything? I have the exact same issue
I've been running okay with frequent oil changes (every 5k miles) and a bottle of oil stabilizer now for 2 yrs since I got the truck. It seems to be worse sometimess, better at other times. Runs fine, no stalling.
In fact, someone pointed the ticking out to me saying they had a Triton engine do this but I no longer noticed it until he pointed it out.
I drove 2000 miles cross country and towed a trailer with a car on it no problem last year.
My 2017 Gen2 3.5L had Ford phasers and the cab came off x3 before 30,000 miles to replace them. I traded out of it. I also had similar issues with my three valve 5.4, however at much longer intervals. I can now say that I am back in a pushrod vehicle. I will go EV before I ever purchase another gasoline engine with highly variable VCTs.
Sheldon Trooper maybe a 7.3 gas 🤷🏼♂️
@Sheldon Trooper My 2004 5.4 I bought new might be your trucks twin. I'm just shy of 207,000 miles myself and it still runs great. Only thing I've had to do was change the spark plugs (7/8 broke though). Fortunately, I haven't had any issues with the transmission.
Sea Hawk Toyota and Honda have had relatively few issues with their VVT systems in well maintained vehicles. There’s nothing wrong with the design. It’s the junk parts combined with the lack of maintenance that has made Ford’s such a nightmare. GM’s V-6 engines aren’t having major problems as well due to garbage O.E. Parts.
I'm glad I've got the 5.4 liter 2 valve much better engine had my 99 ford f150 for 21 yrs now no problems 😊
I love the high tech tool for the VCT Seal at 13:50!
Love your videos. So clear and concise. Lighting is always great too. Very east listening and watching. I learn so much from you and your efforts to show us your daiky encounters working on vehicles. Thank you.
Thanks for the advice on the vacuum brake bleeder, I bought the one you recommended on Amazon and it worked great. I bled the brakes on my ‘15 Jetta and it was a breeze. On my ‘13 Pathfinder, Nissan recommends disabling the ABS pump by disconnecting the negative battery terminal before bleeding the brakes.
Have you tried "speed bleeders"? Makes solo bleeding much easier.
Had codes 0345 and 0022 so I replaced driver side vvt solenoid and camshaft position sensor. Changed oil and filter. Those codes went away, next day CEL came back on this time with code 0012. Not sure where to go from here. Thank you for all the great videos!
You have no control over the vct system, it definitely needs a timing job or more depending on the condition of the engine.
This screams: "I found someone to do it cheaper" all day long lol
Got exactly what he paid for, too.
Cheaper isn't always best. His knowledge is impressive.
I'm working on one of those tomorrow. Job was done 2 months ago with Ebay parts and already got the idle shivers. The customer came to us before but we would not install his ebay parts. He left and came back a couple of days ago.
This is great stuff! I plan to use the exact same diagnosis. Last year I did the whole timing job: the chain, phasers, solenoids....ALL Ford parts. I put a Melling 340HV oil pump in too. Sometimes when coming to a stop, the timing on one bank will not go back to base. It's like it's stuck activated.
That is an oil pressure and volume issue. If you are sure everything was installed properly and the pan has been cleaned out with no startup rattle then I recommend performing a crankshaft end play check. If ok then use 5w-30 oil, if the concern is still there then use Rotella 5w-40 oil.
@@FordTechMakuloco I still have to drop the pan and check/clean the pickup tube. I don't recall any broken pieces or chunks missing from the teardown but I suppose I could find something wrong.
I'll report back on what I find!
Today I dropped the pan. Found a chunk of what looks like a guide in the pickup screen. And also a lining on the bottom of the pan with grit, looks like from the old chains.
Cleaned everything and reinstalled. I checked crank endplay too, very little movement. Less than 004
I am STILL getting this to happen.
I'm just like WTF at this point
Oh and I'm getting 21psi oil pressure when this happens. It remains steady and doesn't bounce around on the gauge.
@@gmtech2012 Did you check the cam cap ends for gasket debree? Radiator cam cap on the drivers cam, and the cap next to the firewall on the passenger side cam? There is a gasket that goes behind where your oil filter screws on, on my triton that gasket was breaking off. I found a few pieces of it clogging up the tiny oil passages in the caps I described.
I've been watching you're vids nonstop I've watching the timing diy 5 times.
But 200k miles still good wth first chk engine light in yrs cat went out. Why is mine doin so good we switched to 10w 30 at 150k not even camnohaser knock and I've got all the service paperwork ont he truck. 07 ford expedition ebel
As always, amazing video explaining every aspect of diagnosing a problem.
Always enjoy your videos. Wouldn't drive a Ford truck just because the cab forward makes for miserable wrenching.
Yor videos ae amazing. Pulled a P0022 & P0345 even with both VCT connectors disconnected. Stalling on idle and making a lot of noise!
thankyou so dang much for these videos!! im looking to buy a 2007 so im using these to see what im getting myself into hehe
Anytime you buy a used car part that has been painted it's called a "spray and pray" cause you never know how good or bad it's going to be. This vid should be sponsored by Dorman, making Ford phasers that fail since 1918.haha 🤣 Great job Brian
Excellent video. Perfect explanations and visuals. Awesome!!
You are the 5.4 3V expert.
I replaced my vvct last year on my f150 and it has been running like a champ with 315000 miles.
Great video as always. Have a great Labor Day!
Once again Brian, great video! Thank you Sir.
God bless you and your family!!!
Terrific analysis and explanation.
Another great how to video! Thanks for sharing your expertise
Great information what a fine technician enjoyable to watch
Love the things you teach us, very interesting
Really really wish there was a mechanic who is as thorough as you around Omaha, NE. I have some type of issue with mine but don’t want to do it myself in fear of messing something up. I’m one who would just do all parts under front cover. Chain to phasers.
Whats wrong with your truck
Bruddah as always, you rock!
Great video Brian! Once again.
I'm so glad I bought my 2003!
I'm not a fan of the 3V but so many of the problems with them are avoidable with proper diagnosing and OEM parts. So many mechanics should watch your videos.
Man if the remanufactured engines are gonna be rebuilt like this then I'll just do it myself with an engine rebuilder.
Awesome video....still loving my 2v
Great video I want you to help me with my MKZ hybrid
Excellent Diagnosis
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Thanks man,I'm having problems like this!
Best video and information out there.
I wish I knew mechanics like you, I would never be touching my car... I am not a mechanic and I Like things done perfectly.....
He is the chosen one 😇🙏
another great tech info video thanks
I can really use your help on this! I have a 2004 Ford F-150 with 155,000 miles on it around 100,000 miles the timing was done on it the full subang with moterctaft parts! At 140,000 my transmission went out, I had it replaced but the transmission shop damaged the transmission lines so all the fluid leaked out 2 days later. They put new lines on it but my motor was running really rough and it was indicative of cam phasers. Took it to the shop and me and the mechanic got into the front end and realized my timing chain has stretched and it broke a guide, we redid the entire timing on it and it’s been driving perfectly until the past few thousand miles, ever since I purchased the truck it’s had a p1000 code and it doesn’t throw a check engine light but that’s not my main problem my problem is I’ll go to work in the morning start up the truck and I see a puff of smoke out the tail pipe for a second and sometimes when I get on the grass smoke will come out, also when I get home and put in in reverse to back up the driveway it starts to run really rough but if I get the rpms above 1500 for a second everything smooths out, it throws a p0022 code and I’m really confused now! What should I look for. It has new camshaft position sensors, new vct things, new spark plugs, and new coil packs! Please help!
Diag & visual💯
04 f150 5.4 3v 270,000 mi. All original. 15w40 motor oil since new. Runs flawless.
Yes I have heard of many doing this
Original: valve covers never removed,starter, water pump,coolant, power steering,coil packs,fuel system,exhaust all original. E3 diamond💎 spark plugs have 100k mi on them..new belt /idler pulleys at 250k mi. Alternator once.
I run 8qrts/2 gallons of 15w40
Your videos are awesome thanks man
I wish I could afford to have a tech look over my truck. To have a technician diagnose it and if it happens to be the issue that I think it is it will cost me more than I spent on my truck to have it fixed.
Great info Brian. Thanks for sharing
Excellent video! Thanks!!!
Thanks for another fine video very interesting
These are such great videos
Great video very informative thanks John
I honestly want to drive my car to you to get it fixed except i don’t think my timing/phaser will make it that far lol
About to do mine! Thanks bro
Good diagnostic 👏👏👏
Would it be wise to check the phaser bolt on the other cam?
I guess the lesson here is to ask if a manufactured engine has genuine Ford parts. Not mystery parts.
@This Black Dude I agree with everything you say..BUT...The most incompetent reman company would do a better job than I would!!
This Black Dude Because many rebuilders quit rebuilding 3 valve Tritons because they had many returns.
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Holly moly,,,that what you called a mechanic,,,,,I have p0345 runs rough when I stop you think is my vct
I have heard of mechanics calling that motor 5.4 grenade!
Thank you!
Not sure how I feel having a 5.4 3v f150 knowing there are guys like Brian making a living out of just doing repairs on this motor..that says a lot. But when this thing is running good it's an awesome truck. I have 190k and I do have a ticking but also using about 1/2 qt oil in 700 miles or so, I'm so torn on having a timing job done or just letting it last as long as it can the way it is then put a new ford rebuilt in it.
Good job!
Wow! I have a 2006 F150 5.4 3V FX4 and my vehicle does not like aftermarket parts!
Good stuff 👍
Another great video! I have 140k on my 2009 f150 5.4l 3v. No problems I know about but your videos on the 5.4 make me nervous. Has anyone gone this long without replacing phasers, chains, guides, tensioners, oil pump etc??
No worries if you have no start up chain rattle or roller /follower ticking
Seen some in high 280,000 to 320,000 miles with Original timing parts
Dude in Houston after break in oil he started using pennzoil 15w40 and has 380,000 miles and it's hot in Houston
Those 3v operate on clean oil, change oil and filter, don't go 6000 miles on synthetic oil
I use pennzoil platinum 5w30 full synthetic and motor craft 820 filter and is quiet and runs perfectly at 140,000 miles, 5w20 is recommended by ford for better fuel mileage to make government EPA happy.
All these ford techs say 5w30 for thicker oil
Another thing you can do is when first start of the day is flood mode, hold gas pedal to floor and crank and let oil pressure build and let of pedal and it cranks at 600 rpm
Seen some in high 280,000 to 320,000 miles with Original timing parts
Dude in Houston after break in oil he started using pennzoil 15w40 and has 380,000 miles and it's hot in Houston
Those 3v operate on clean oil, change oil and filter, don't go 6000 miles on synthetic oil
I use pennzoil platinum 5w30 full synthetic and motor craft 820 filter and is quiet and runs perfectly at 140,000 miles, 5w20 is recommended by ford for better fuel mileage to make government EPA happy.
All these ford techs say 5w30 for thicker oil
Another thing you can do is when first start of the day is flood mode, hold gas pedal to floor and crank and let oil pressure build and let of pedal and it cranks at 600 rpm
Wish I your video before I replaced my vct solenoids. Can you work on my 05 F150? Where's your shop? Which state are you in? I'm 100% sure that the work you did in this video will also fix my truck. If interested, please respond and we can communicate offline. Great video. Keep it up.👍
Great work.
Fantastic video Brian.
I assume those oil holes lined up in the cam bearing?
I'd check the torque on the passenger side phaser too.
yup
06 3v has same codes, at times will drop down and idle rough. New timing kit, new oil pump. New solenoids and phasers only dr side. So I prefer and installed a ford vct still does the same thing. Swapped cmp sensors from side to side, no change. I'm lost.