2011 - 2016 Toyota Sienna DIY Replace Spark Plugs, Coils, Intake Manifold Gasket V6 3.5L (2GR-FE)
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- Опубліковано 22 бер 2021
- This is a bolt-by-bolt DIY for replacing all 6 spark plugs on the V6 (2GRFE) Sienna, including the hard-to-reach rear Bank 1 spark plugs. This video also shows how to remove the intake manifold (surge tank) gasket and ignition coils. Part numbers, torque values, and helpful tools are shown.
Check the Pinned Comment for Timestamps to jump around the video as needed.
Check out this channel for a few other Sienna videos, including the starter replacement and fuel pump replacement.
I hope this video helps -- thanks for watching, and good luck with your repair! - Авто та транспорт
Timestamps, Part Numbers, Torque values, links to other videos of this job:
00:45 Diagnostics and Cylinder numbering
01:56 Begin repair on Bank 2 (front plugs, Cylinders 2. 4, 6)
03:20 Removing a coil without disconnecting the electrical
03:56 Always check each coil for the spring
04:20 Important tips and part numbers:
OE Coils are DE (Diamond Electric): #90919-A2004, superseded by #90919-A2007.
Also: Denso 673-1309 (check this fit for your application by VIN).
OE Spark plugs are Denso FK20HR11 Iridium (Toyota part #90919-01247).
05:56 What to do if your coil boot disconnects while removing
the coil
06:55 Recommended spark plug socket (TEQ TP80546, $10)
07:29 Recommended spark plugs (OE Denso FK20HR11, Toyota #90919-01247)
08:13 Important notes if you use anti-seize on the spark plug threads
08:37 Applying dielectric grease to the plug (optional)
09:17 Remove and replace the spark plug (torque 13 ft-lbs, 156 inch-lbs)
11:05 Reinstall the ignition coil and bolt (torque 7 ft-lbs, 84 inch-lbs)
11:24 Disconnecting the coil electrical without breaking it
12:15 Begin repair for Bank 1 (rear plugs)
13:33 Remove the wiper arms (two 14mm nuts)
14:30 Remove the upper plastic cowl
15:39 Remove the wiper motor (three 10mm bolts)
18:40 Remove the lower metal cowl (five 10mm bolts, four 14mm nuts)
19:43 Disconnect the fuel pump resistor (electrical connection)
20:39 View/Access with the cowls removed
21:00 Disconnect four hoses for the air surge tank
24:02 Disconnect the PCV hose to air hose
24:27 Remove the large air hose from the throttle body
26:03 Disconnect the throttle body from the surge tank (four 10mm bolts)
27:09 Remove rear driver's side bracket bolt from surge tank (12mm)
27:57 Remove rear passenger's side bracket bolt from surge tank (12mm)
29:21 Disconnect the ACIS electrical from the surge tank
29:51 Remove the six surge tank fasteners (four 5mm hex head bolts, two 10mm nuts)
32:10 Remove the surge tank
33:10 View of intake manifold (cover intake manifold openings)
33:59 View of Bank 1 coils (Cylinders 1, 3, 5)
34:43 Disconnect the coil electrical on Cylinder 1
35:11 Remove the coil bolt (10mm) on Cylinder 1
35:29 Remove the coil from Cylinder 1
36:02 Remove the spark plug from Cylinder 1
36:57 Install the new spark plugs to Cylinder 1
37:55 Reinstall the coil to Cylinder 1
38:40 Remove the spark plug from Cylinder 3
38:54 Install the spark plug to Cylinder 3
39:14 Disconnect the coil electrical on Cylinder 5
39:50 Moving the harness to allow room to pull up the coil on Cylinder 5
40:36 Install the new spark plug to Cylinder 5
41:33 Reinstalling a loose bracket stud (10mm and E5)
42:06 Reinstalling a loose surge tank stud (E6)
42:27 Remove the old intake manifold gaskets
43:31 Install new intake manifold gaskets (Felpro MS 96786, Toyota #17176-0P021)
45:03 Loosely reinstall surge tank bracket
45:44 Place the surge tank back onto the intake manifold
47:22 Reinstall the six surge tank fasteners finger-tight
49:45 Installation (tightening) sequence for these six fasteners
50:18 Tighten the six surge tank fasteners in multiple passes
(Final torque: 5mm hex head bolts: 13 ft-lbs; 10mm nuts: 12 ft-lbs)
51:10 Reinstall the bracket bolts (12mm, 15 ft-lbs)
52:21 Reconnect the ACIS electrical to the surge tank
52:32 Note on cleaning the throttle body
53:16 Install new throttle body gasket (Felpro 61445, Toyota #22271-0P020)
53:53 Reinstall the throttle body (7 ft-lbs, 84 inch-lbs)
54:46 Reinstall the large air hose
56:53 Reconnect the PCV hose to the air hose
57:20 Reconnect the four hoses for the air surge tank
59:16 Temporarily install the lower cowl to connect the fuel pump resistor
01:00:12 Reconnect the fuel pump resistor electrical
01:00:24 Start the engine and check for codes
Code P0354 troubleshooting
01:02:45 Complete the lower cowl installation (nuts: 66 ft-lbs)
01:05:25 Reinstall the wiper motor (62 inch-lbs)
01:06:18 Reinstall the plastic cowl
01:08:22 Reinstall the wiper arms (18 ft-lbs)
01:11:25 How to replace the ignition coil electrical connector
(Toyota part #90980-11885)
Great videos by other UA-camrs of this job, or parts of it:
Done with removing the cowls: ua-cam.com/video/jMOCr68BAZI/v-deo.html
Done without removing the cowls: ua-cam.com/video/ojk5ilmuU90/v-deo.html
Replacing the electrical connectors: ua-cam.com/video/3ZUKuexrRsA/v-deo.html
I hope this video is helpful. Please leave your comments, tips, and questions, in the Comments section. Thanks for watching, and good luck with your repair!
No offense meant, but your voice sounds like a cross between Michael Jackson and Beast Boy from Teen Titans. Very detailed and well produced video.
Do the plugs need to be replaced as "routine" or only if you start experiencing misses or trouble codes? -My 2015 Sienna has about 140,000 miles, still gets 25-30 mpg on hwy, and runs like a top. Went for an oil change(wife insists having it done at dealership even though I change it on my truck) and the service rep tried to sell me the plug replacement and fuel system cleaning right off the bat based on mileage alone.😠 I declined, then they came up with, "You have an oil leak either from main seal or valve covers, we can check that out..." I said, "Just the oil and filter please." As far as checking dipstick, the engine uses ZERO oil and not even a drop has appeared on my driveway. Pulled the engine cover and there seems to be a tiny bit of weeping around the cover, but not enough to make any run past the edge. Would possibly re-torquing those bolts even be worth it, or should I replace the gaskets, or just leave it alone?
Great channel. Subscribing.
@@williamgaines9784 Well, I wish I could dance like Michael Jackson! (But I have no idea what Teen Titans is) Yes, spark plug changes are considered routine maintenance, and the service interval for the 2GR-Fe spark plugs is 120K miles.
That said, I suspect that many Siennas (and other Toyotas with the 2GR-FE engine) have their original plugs at high mileage simply because of the cost of a spark plug change. It may well be that many people wait till they get a misfire code, perhaps due to a failing igniter or oil on a plug from a failing valve cover gasket, etc, then the owners respond with new plugs, igniters, valve cover gaskets, etc at that time.
The benefits of replacing the spark plugs are mainly increased fuel economy, cleaner/smoother idle, and greater responsiveness. Also, at least having a look at the spark plugs can give you an idea of something that might be going wrong, especially fuel-wise, which might not trip a check engine light but still needs to be addressed.
As for the oil leak: I would try to determine exactly where the oil is coming from, to be sure that it is not oil accumulating on or near the valve cover from another place. So, I'd clean up the area, then check it after a drive and while idling.
Replacing the Bank 1 valve cover (the rear head) is a big job which requires all the steps shown in the video, plus removal of a few more parts and the valve cover itself in that cramped area (so if you do that job, you might as well change the spark plugs while you're back there). The front valve cover is much easier, so hopefully that's where the leak is, if there is one!
If you don't have ramps, maybe pick some up and have a look yourself from underneath. Even a small oil leak will make a mess: if you don't see a mess, and you're not losing oil, then maybe the service manager wasn't being honest.
I hope that helps -- good luck!
@@L35inColorado Thanks for the reply. I may put it up on the ramps as you suggest(I have more than one set 😉), but will have to wait until I heal up from bicep surgery. Again, great video.
This is absolutely precise, excellently done.
When do you know to replace the manifold gasket? I changed the valve cover gasket a few years ago and noticed a big improvement in oil burning around the engine.
This may very well be the most comprehensive and complete videos I have ever seen. As a former Toyota mechanic I have viewed hundreds of videos here on UA-cam, many of which go from bad to worse. Your video is on par with something I would expect to see published by Toyota and Lexus for their instructional packages. Excellent work, you should be very proud of what you have created here.
Wow, thank you! Thanks for watching : )
All the videos in this channel are like this. Amazing amount of detail. I learned so much about a 1999 rav4 I used to have. And now this : lots of info on the 2GR-FE... Which is the engine of my new rav4. I love it.
Agreed! Well done. Thank you so much!
I learned alot from your video, way to go, and hats off to your efforts to do the job
I can't afford to take my vehicles to the dealer/shop and do 90% of the repair work that I have the tools for. I won't tackle anything that might cause damage or where I might get stuck. To that end, I watch far too many UA-cam videos, mostly because I can't completely follow what is going on or too much gets edited out for my level of comfort. I was on the fence about taking on this job with so many components and hoses involved, but L35 covered every single step far beyond what most were willing to. Can't thank you enough!!
Wow, that's really great - thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
So much patience. I came in with my judgements and prejudices but i dont think a man could have made a better explanation or illustration of the job... you have a follower
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
Honestly though, this gives better directions than the manufacturer manuals
If someone had told me I would spend over an hour watching how to change spark plugs, I would have laughed in their face. But I did watch and am glad I did. Then I checked out more of your how to’s and am very impressed with your scope of knowledge from faucets to autos to tractors. Excellent production value, narration and, of course, knowledge of your subject. Well done, carry on.
Wow, thanks - I really appreciate that! Yes, the spark plug job on this engine is far more involved than it ought to be. Pulling the plugs on the tractor or skidsteer is much easier! : ) Thanks for watching!
I have to said. thank you for taking your time to make a video for us to watch. I appreciateit. You rock!
Without question the best DIY video I have ever watched. And I just happened to buy a 2013 Sienna... which was great timing as my GV80 was just flatbedded to the dealership.... again. They do give me loaners. Bought the Sienna to drag my kiddo friends around. Because of course....if buy the top tier GV80.... doesn't come with a 3rd row.
Thanks! Oh boy, hopefully they get everything sorted out with your GV80. My mom loves her Sienna - it has been a very reliable vehicle. Her biggest complaint is the road noise, especially for the rear passengers, but other than that, it has been a great van. Thanks for watching! : )
One of the very best no nonsense videos ever created. Good work!
Following up...just finished and couldn't thank you enough...If Bob Ross was a mechanic...you are it! Your voice was reassuring and calming...so great!
Your work is just at another level that leaves me speechless. I am forever grateful for your excellent standards, details, patience, and willingness to help the DIY-ers. Well done, cheers and best of wishes.
Thank you, I appreciate that - my goal is to encourage DIYer's to "give it a shot!", especially on a jobs like this where we can really save a lot of money (especially these days!). Thanks for watching : )
Thank you! The level of detail in the video left nothing to question! My local shop quoted me $1700 for coils and plugs. That was the first repair before figuring out what’s draining the battery…. No way I was paying that.
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
Once again I watch a few other videos THEN come to yours... I will now just be starting with YOUR videos and not wasting my time.
Thanks so much for such concise videos and editing. I really appreciate the time you took to show us the right way to do this without skipping things, your little tips are so helpful.
Thank you very much for your comment, and thanks for watching! : )
Very good detail to this video. I watched it once w/o taking notes/ torque specs/part numbers. Kinda panicked when I i couldn't find you right away. It was a pleasure to watch. Did not feel like an hour. I'm ready for the job. Thanks for sharing, you made the job seem like it's a "snap"
You can do it! Thanks for your comment, and thanks for watching! : )
This is the best sienna spark place replacement on youtube.
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
I really really appreciate this video, great details, love the time stamps, pictures and diagram. Thanks so so much, this was a great help to me. I was less intimidated about doing my van, after watching a female do it with grace.
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
Although I haven't reached 29k miles on my 2018 RX450h F Sport, I have reached the 72-month milestone. I have purchased all OE Spark Plugs, Ignition Coils, and PCV Valve and plan on doing a comprehensive tuneup. I also plan to clean both my Throttle Body and my Mass Air Flow Sensor. I have never done this before, but, I've watched a dozen Spark Plug replacement videos multiple times. However, your video was the most informative and insightful I've yet to see. Even the errors you highlighted and corrected were teaching moments. Even though my vehicle is slightly different than the one you've worked on, the overall concept is the same. Good job young lady, good job.
Today, I changed the spark plugs on my 2011 Sienna with 110k. Everything went smooth, many thanks to L35. This is an amazing video with all the Torque values. I ordered the parts online from Toyota with discount coupon, 6 spark plugs, 3 intake manifold gasket and throttle body gasket cost me 95 dollars , shipping included. It took about 3 hours. Most difficult part getting the back screws holding the intake manifold. I had to use multiple extensions and 5/8 spark plug socket to get the back spark plugs.
Wow, that's wonderful! Great job on your DIY - you really saved yourself a lot of money (this job is even more expensive at the shop today than it was last year), plus you know the job was one right : ) Thanks for watching!
This video is top 10 on all of youtube for "how-to" auto repair! Nice work.
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
This is one of the most encouraging videos to tackle one of the most unnecessarily cumbersome jobs I have ever seen. I just couldn't bilieve how much I need to remove to access 3 spark plugs on my Sienna.... but your video makes it look less intimidating. It's also a good opportunity to clean the throttle body and service some gaskets.
Btw, I think it's worth it to test 3 of the new plugs in the front first, before installing them in the rear location, just to make sure they work 😅.
Thank you 1000000 times for this!!!
Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )
You are the best! why?
1. Such a soothing voice.
2. No one shows as much details as you did. Examples - the bracket that goes into one of the throttle body bolt. You actually showed it - wonderful. You actually showed how it looks down in the air intake manifold holes. You mark the important nut and bolts with blue marks in the video - amazing.
3. Very through with actual torque numbers.
Keep up your hard work - all the best.
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
Thank you! This is an amazing tutorial. Job went smooth because I was ultra prepared. Only hiccup was dropping one of the throttle body bolts and spending over half an hour trying to find it.
Oh boy, I've been there, done that with dropping bolts! I'm glad you found it, and great job on your DIY! Thanks for watching : )
Incredibly detailed and organized! So many good tips, especially using the blue tape. Thanks for video!
This is a great video…. It was awesome that you took the time to show step by step A through Z the whole installation process. Very detailed video. You are awesome!
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
You are a excellent mechanic and a terrific instructor. Thanks for your videos!
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
Fantastic video! Extremely detailed and well done. My wife assisted me with this job and it was completed by us with almost no issues or arguments in about 5 hours. This was one of the best how to videos I have ever seen. Not a step missed to figure out on your own.
Wow, that's great! Nice job on your DIY - I'm so glad the video helped : )
Thanks for watching!
Almost no arguments, huh? 😂😂😊 that's awesome, I'll see if I can make my wife to help me too.
I was dreading this job until I saw this video. It was so detailed and informative! Best DIY I've seen to date. Thank you so much for posting it. I was able to get my van back on the road with no issues.
Wow, great job on your DIY - I'm glad the video helped! Thanks for watching : )
even someone like me can do this job after watching this video, step by step instructions, great video, thank you
You can do it -- good luck! : )
The most in-depth video I've seen. So detailed. Thanks so much. However, makes me never want to own a Toyota, and I do have one already. 😢
Haha, I know what you mean! Jobs like these are why I prefer 4 cylinder Toyotas!
: ) Thanks for watching!
Man, I thought I would just get new plugs and be done in 5 min, thank you for the step by step. Very, very helpful 🥂
Yeah, unfortunately on the V6's, it's a 5 minute job for the front bank...but a quite a bit more work for that rear bank! Thanks for watching, and good luck! : )
@@L35inColoradothanks again, job done and I was glad I removed the wipers and cowls, i was amazed at the amount of dirt that accumulated in the corners over 13 years.
This is a very useful and detailed video. After I watched other videos, I was about to give up DIY until I watched this one. thank you!
Thanks, and thanks for watching : )
I've watched several videos on this fix, and I must say, this one by far, is the best! Thanks for these instructions.
Good luck! : )
Great video, it is next to impossible to find something this detailed!
Very well explained. I think I’ll pay a mechanic to do it. Too many things can go wrong. Thank you so much and may God bless you and America 🇺🇸
That's reasonable and understandable! Thanks for watching, and God bless you too : )
Fantastic video! No shortcuts, textbook, detailed and well explained. As a tech school grad and former dealer pro, it's been refreshing to watch your video. I don't know if you're an instructor or not, but I'm sure any school would love (and be lucky) to have you.
Wow, thanks for your comment! No, I'm not an instructor, I'm just a regular shadetree. : ) Thanks for watching!
Thanks for posting this video. I've done this method as well as the method where the air filter is removed. This one seemed more straightforward.
I removee the 2 bolts and a nut that held the rear coil harness and had plenty of slack to avoid removing the clips to the coils. I only removed the rear bolt to that difficult bracket and had no trouble removing or replacing the top of the intake. It took me about 3 hours start to finish.
Nice - thanks for adding your tips, and thanks for watching! : )
Amazing. Most thorough auto repair video I've ever seen on UA-cam. Great work. Thanks.
Wow, thank you for your comment, and thanks for watching! : )
Excellent video! Very informative and detailed! I just hope I am as patient and as calm as you are when I attempt this tomorrow! I have a 2013 Limited Sienna and can now see and understand why it's such an expensive job. I've replaced headlight bulbs and cabin air filter but have been hesitant on the spark plugs! Still scared but I will for sure be referring back to your video! Thank you for taking the time to make this. Well done!
Take your time and give it a whole day, and you'll be alright! Be sure to check out other videos on this same engine (2GR-FE) that might give you some more tips -- there are a few other videos of the job on Camry's that have this same engine, so it is very similar (you also have to remove the wipers and cowl on the Camry, too). Also, this is an excellent picture DIY from toyotanation, written by a Toyota tech:
www.toyotanation.com/threads/diy-2007-2011-2grfe-v6-camry-spark-plug-and-intake-gasket-replacement-w-pics.1233369/
Thanks for watching, thanks for your comment, and good luck!
If you need to change Sienna (or similar Toyota V6) plugs, this is the only video you should watch. Literally a step by step video manual with torque specs included. As she mentions, for the rear plugs, you don't necessarily need to remove the wipers etc; and I only removed the insulator below the cowl held by the 4 square plastic nuts. I could still visualize/manipulate everything, and the plenum still had clearance to lift/slide out, but I had to unbolt the bracket from the rear of the plenum. To reinstall, I loosely bolted the bracket on the plenum first and rotated it while sliding the plenum back in place. If only all car repair videos were this detailed. Thank you for posting this, A+
Wow, thanks for you comment, and for sharing your tips! Thanks for watching : )
Well done! Great video! Thank you for sharing the part numbers and torque specs. It will really help. I might consider going back in to replace the broken tabs.
Thank you for watching! Yes, those tabs are just so easy to break -- too easy to break! If you decide to go back there and replace your tabs and you can spend a little more, I suggest to consider buying the Toyota parts.
I am satisfied with the Amazon connectors, given the price and availability, and people have used them and say they have held up fine. But I will say that the Toyota connectors are a bit tighter (ie, better) fit.
I think I'll end up replacing the two connectors in the front that I broke (and replaced with Amazon connectors, as seen in the video) with two OE Toyota connectors. I was able to recover 5 connectors from a newer Tundra at the junkyard this weekend, and so I might swap those out.
The downside is, of course, that the Toyota connectors might just break again, seeing as the Toyota connectors are tighter ... and a more brittle plastic. The Amazon connectors seem like the tabs would last longer without breaking (less brittle), but again the fit is not as tight as the OEM.
Thanks again for watching, and good luck! : )
This is one of the best Sienna spark plug replacement DYI video 👍.
Thanks for watching -- good luck! : )
To me this one of the very best channels in the subject.
Thanks! : )
I have an '06 Avalon 2GR FE. When I changed my plugs I found oil on the boots. So my plug change turned into valve cover gaskets and tube seals. An adventure to be sure. On the Avalons you need to pull the cowl in order to get the surge tank off. It's a lot of fun.
Yes indeed, thanks for adding your tips, and thanks for watching! : )
Amazing tutorial. I had never replaced the spark plugs and got it or perfectly. Your tutorial is fantastic. Thank you so much🙏🏻👏🏻
Wow, that is fantastic - great job on your DIY, especially as this particular job as your first spark plugs replacement (this is a rather technical one, as far as spark plug replacements go)!
Great work, and thanks for watching : )
This is the most detailed video of how to change spark plugs. And it’s Excellent.
Thank you very much. I will use this video as ultimate guidance when I change spark plugs for my sienna
Wow, thanks for your comment, and thanks for watching! Good luck : )
Today I changed the sparkplugs on my 2011 toyota sienna. I have never seen a better video for car repairs. Really thankful to L35
Wow, that's wonderful - great job on your DIY!! Thank you for watching, and I'm so glad the video helped! : )
This is the best how-to video I have ever seen. It is clear, well organized, and thorough. It shows hidden tabs, inserts and slots that is very helpful in removing plastic parts. It clearly shows where to pinch the clips on plastic part connections and electrical connectors to release the locking mechanism. Thank you, thank you, thank you for putting this awesome video together. After breaking two ignition coil connector clips, despite being very careful, I found that it is easier to cut the tape on the wire harness bundle to create slack so that I don't have to disconnect it from the coil. Again, thank you L35. Awesome jog.
Wow, thanks for your comment! I'm so glad the video helped. Yes, those little connectors are just too darn brittle! Thanks for adding your tip too!
Love this tutorial. Just followed it yesterday and everything went great thanks to your awesome video.
I'm sorry I missed your comment -- that's outstanding, great job on your DIY! Thanks for watching : )
Really good example of replacing the spark plugs
Super explaining and calm
Thanks, thanks for watching! : )
Very excellent and great details, needed details. I have looked at many, well a few, remove and replace spark plug videos for Sienna and it seems that you have provided every detail needed by a less experienced DIY to do the job successfully. Thanks for paying attention to greatly needed details, which will save me a lot of time tracking down things that I need and repeated visits to the parts store. Also, I l really like that the video was filmed on a, I guess, tripod. It was not shakey. Thanks again.
Thanks for watching! : )
Awesome DIY video. Just completed replacing my 2012 Sienna's spark plugs with 150K miles using this video.
Wow, that's great -- congrats on DIYin', and thanks for watching! : )
Your attention to detail from all your videos leaves me speechless time after time. You should be teaching these modern day mechanics on how a car repair should be all about..!
This 2GR-FE video reminds me of my 3MZ-FE nightmare. Both have the same horrible impossible-to-reach cylinder 1,3,5 and that black intake plenum must be removed to access. During my 3MZ-FE drama, the air flow sensor big pipe was broken and need to buy from Lexus dealer for $$$.
Not sure if it's worth consideration: while you are in cylinder 1,3,5, you might as well replacing the coils with brand new ones even if they are not giving trouble b/c with all the vibration during this process, coil 1,3,5 may go out next week or month. It's like extra insurance 😅
Oh yeah, these engines are too much stuff in too little space! It seems that Toyota has committed to cramming ever-expanding transverse V6's into ever-shrinking engine bays, LOL! Thanks for sharing your 3MZ-FE experience - good job sorting it out : )
I agree about the coils: if you have more cash than time, then swap in new coils while you're back there; if you have more time than cash, cross your fingers and hope they last 200K. I would definitely recommend replacing all the rear coils if you're in there for a second spark plug change at 200K miles or more, and keeping them the original rear coils as spares for the front bank when those eventually fail, since those are so easy to replace.
Thanks for watching, and thanks for adding your tips! : )
This is best way for DIY video to show on UA-cam with step by step and toque specs. Specially blowing air before removal the spark plugs.
Thanks -- and thanks for watching : ) Good luck!
THE BEST TEACHING VIDEO EVER. A GREAT TEACHER INSTINCTIVELY KNOWING WHAT ANY AMATEUR MECHANIC NEEDS. ALSO THE CALM EXPLANATIONS AT RIGHT MOMENTS . THIS IS SCALE 10 IN ANY RESPECTS. THANK YOU
Wow, thanks for your comment, and thanks for watching! : )
Incredible video. Torque settings are usually never discussed. It becomes my job to track down the settings but not in this video. All I have to do is order the parts have similar tools and I'm ready to go.
Thanks for your comment - I try to give as much info as I can! Thanks for watching, and good luck! : )
Thank you so much for taking the time and effort to make this video. The time stamps in the comment along with the torque specs were immensely helpful. Your video made a complex project one that was much less scary.
I think the TEQ spark plug socket is now made by Gearwrench, or at least that's what Amazon sells. The extended Hex sockets were absolutely necessary. I also struggled to get the bracket on the back of the surge tank reattached. I would think putting it on loosely would be a big help if I ever have to do it again.
I also swapped out the vacuum hoses that were under the surge tank and the one that connects to the brake booster so I won't have to remove that again anytime soon.
Fantastic work. Thanks again!
This video is worth its weight in GOLD, ma'am. Thank you
I know that this video is digital, and therefore, does not weigh anything. For real world calculations, though, I deem this video to officially weigh 220 lbs.
Thanks for your comment -- I hope the video helps, and good luck! : )
This is, by far, the best video for this job. Thank you for your attention to detail!
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
Excellent video!!!!!! No fluff, All the information I needed to complete this repair in under the time the flat rate book recommends including the bolt sizes and locations. The torque specs as well. I have a new superhero here on UA-cam.
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
I have a 2013 Sienna and this video has tremendously helped me with the spark plugs change. This video is worth its weight in gold. Or, considering at the rate the price is going up, in gas.
I'm sorry I missed your comment - thank you so much! Great job on your spark plug DIY, and thanks for watching! : )
Thank you. This is so awesome and helpful. I would like to try this myself but I don't have the time. We have a 2011 Sienna with 152k miles. It's just about time for this maintenance. Very much appreciate you posting this video.
Thanks for watching! : )
This extremely helpful especially when you are considering labour costs for mechanic to do this. So thankful for this video! You’re an amazing lady mechanic with so much details and very elaborate in every step. Will do this soon with my sienna.
Thanks for your comment, and thanks for watching! Good luck! : )
I congratulate you, it is the first video that perfectly explains how to change the spark plugs and you make it look so easy, I thank you for the very detailed information
Thanks, and thanks for watching! Good luck : )
Really great video, love the stopped video to show bolts, along with all torque values. Your video is long, but the most comprehensive of all the videos I have seen to get the spark plugs done. Love the explanation also. Well done. Really well done. You've made the challenging task almost easy (I'm sure it is more difficult than what you've made it to be of course). Would love to see more of your videos tackling other challenging engine subjects. Scotty has nothing on you.
Scotty Kilmer is great! : ) Thanks for watching, and good luck - you can do it! : )
Amazing video and tutorial...love the bolt by bold detail. Thank you for all the attention to detail...totally confident I can do this DIY... cheers 🙂
Thanks for your comment. You can do it -- good luck! : )
This video saved me $500. I have zero experience with cars and I was able to change my rear ignition coil. Thanks so much for this content!
Wow, that is so cool!!! Great job on your DIY - outstanding! Thanks for your comment, and thanks for watching : )
Amazingly well done video.
This was a great help while changing out my plugs. Also, I did not know about the plenum gasket color differences and had gotten the black ones, that alone (after a quick trip to the parts store for the correct ones) was so helpful. Thanks!
Thanks for watching and great job DIY'ing! : )
This is the best step by step video I have ever seen! Great video! Helped me a lot with my sienna. Thank you!!
That's great to here -- great job DIY-in'! Thanks for watching : )
I enjoyed this video. Great instructions and clear instructions. Included all information required to complete this job.
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I am impressed!! You show how to do a job in a professional manner. Love the attention to detail and you actually use a torque wrench on everything (like me). I'm sure it takes you awhile to edit your videos and I for one appreciate the effort. Thank you!! Continued success and look forward to your next video.
Thanks, I appreciate that - gotta love torque wrenches! And yes, it takes much longer to complete a repair when I record it, and to edit the videos afterwards, but its worth it to try to contribute to the amazing online library of DIY's for everyone. Thanks for watching, and good luck! : )
very detailed, you made it look easy to replace the plugs.
Thanks-- this is not a normal spark plug job, that's for sure! It is more challenging than most spark plug jobs, which is why the shop price is so high. The front plugs are easy, but those rear plugs require a bit of patience, for sure! I'm very glad that they only need replacing every 120K miles! Haha, thanks for watching, and good luck! : )
I am only halfway through, but this is among the best DIY videos I've ever seen. I think it's the first time I've ever stopped halfway through to comment. Thank you for taking the considerable time to make this.
Wow, thanks for taking the time to comment, and thanks for watching! : )
This is the best video I've seen working on cars. Thank you very much.
Thank you, and thanks for watching! : )
Very detailed, good view of all the work. Thank you enjoyed watching the work it takes.
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This video was incredibly comprehensive and well-paced. Thank you!
Thanks - and wow, thank you so much for the Super Thanks!
: ) Good luck, and thanks again!
This was the most comprehensive car maintenance video I have ever seen! I really appreciate the work you put into it as I was able to follow the video and get my spark plugs changed out in a 2015 Toyota Sienna.
Well done on DIY'ing! Thanks for watching, and thanks for your comment : )
I was trying to decide whether or not spark plug replacement on our 2011 Sienna was something we could handle ourselves. My husband is pretty handy with the basics; I know very little about cars. But after watching the first 20 minutes of your video, I felt like even I could handle this repair! This is one of the best videos I've ever seen on YT. Well organized, detailed, and approachable on every level. You are a talented instructor.
Thanks very much, and thanks for watching! : ) Good luck!
Hi there! It's KS in Ozark, checking in...I gotta have this done on our 2011 Sienna....Glad I watching your video. Excellent, Excellent, Excellent!
Haha! Nice - I'm glad you like the video! Thanks for watching : )
Well, finally did it. I probably should not have waited until 141,000 miles. Every clip of the six electrical connections to the coils broke. They literally shattered when barely touched. One spark plug took about thirty minutes to remove, gently working it in and out, with some WD-40. Luckily, it was Bank two, spark plug # six, in the front. All back together and the van runs great. Thanks for such great in depth, detail.
Ah man, I know how that is with the electrical connections! Great job overcoming those challenges and completing your DIY, and thanks for sharing your tips! : )
What a bonehead design; removing throttle body to change spark plugs! . I thought my bmw n55 #6 plug location was a bonehead design -but this Sienna takes the cake. Thank you for the knowledge transfer. it was very relaxing to listen, watch, and learn.
Very through guide! I do this for a living shrine found your video to be extremely well done !
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Hands Down ! Best tutorial video on this procedure! Brava!
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Thank you very much for this wonderful video that explains how to replace a spark plug in a wonderful craftsmanship a thousand of Greetings from the Sultanate of Oman 🇴🇲 🌹
Wow, thanks -- greetings from the USA! : )
Wow! Thanks. Finally, I have the confidence to do this.
You can do it! Thanks for watching, and good luck!
The dealer wants to charge about $1K for replacing spark plugs on my 2013 sienna.. there's nothing wrong with them... but the mileage is getting up there 120K .. don't remember if I had them changed before at 60K miles... this video will save me lots of money .. it looks doable.. thanks for posting this video .. very helpful and clear instructions.
This video was amazing thanks for all the information, very useful!
Thank you, thanks for watching and good luck!
You have a gift for making these videos. Thank you!
Outstanding video and editing- and way better than any of the others I saw on the subject. THanks especially for the 'appendix' on changing out the coil plugs- that info really saved me on my 2011, as five of six of mine broke (one disintegrated while changing out the leads). Two notes for others:
(1) on 2011, the left and right brackets bolt have a solid bolt holes (not slotted)- get the left and right bracket bolts half started before torqueing down the manifold plenum (four 5mm cap screws and two 10mm nuts). Otherwise, once the manifold is down hard, it's nearly impossible to align the holes and start the threads.
(2) On the replacement plugs, make sure the silver contacts seat down (toward the latch) to allow the lug in the coil to slide in above the contact in the plug.
Thanks again for getting me through this job!
I'm sorry I missed your comment - thank you so much, and well done on your DIY! I appreciate you adding your tips about the 2011, as that will help others, too. Thanks for watching! : )
A lady mechanic! Sign me up and thankk you for the great videos! The editing and the arrows make it easy for this grandma to follow!
Right on, that's so cool! I'm so glad the video helped -- yeah, I like arrows too because it makes it easier to see! : )
@@L35inColorado OMG you replied ! Thank you!!! I drove my van on to ramps and changed my oxygen spark plug under the car and saved a lot of money. I look forward to more of your videos and hae sent them to my kids and grand kids!
@@janicesmyth2183 Great job on your oxygen sensor DIY! Yes, anything we can do ourselves is a big money saver, but also gives us confidence and skills to do more repairs in the future. Thanks for watching, and thanks for sharing the videos! : )
I am currently changing the knock sensor on my kids moms 2007 Toyota Camry with code P0328 “Knock Sensor Circuit High Input (Bank 1 or single sensor. Wow I am absolutely in awwww and extremely impressed by your attention to details, your knowledge, your video editing, captions, and explanations… I’ve been an aircraft technician for 20 years!! I never write comments or even subscribe to pages but I definitely have subscribed to your page! Keep it up and thank you!
Wow, thanks for your comment, and thanks for watching! Good luck! : )
For anyone changing plugs on a 2015 Highlander 2GR-FE , you absolutely do not need to remove the cowl below the windshield. Plenty of room to get those rear plugs out. I just replaced my plugs, 2 hours and 15 minutes start to finish. This included cleaning the Throttle body and mass airflow sensor. My local Toyota dealership quoted me $746.00 , parts and labor. 5 hours labor, what a ripoff! I installed OEM Denso FK20HR11 Iridium plugs, $11.00 ea from Autozone. I initially purchased a set of 6 off ebay, they were counterfeit parts, thank you AMD @ car care nut for providing examples of the many counterfeit products out there. Lastly, the upper plenum rear mounting bolts are not at all difficult to get to on this year Highlander. Overall, this was a very smooth and easy job.
Thanks for adding your tips about the Highlander! : )
@@L35inColorado , I failed to give you a huge amount of thanks for providing some of the best training I've experienced on UA-cam. You have a huge amount of talent on both sides of the camera. I want you to know what you do makes a great difference between failure/success, difficult/ easy performing this job. I'm a technical instructor for a large Transit District in the bay area (Bart) and know a few things where teaching is concerned. You are an excellent teacher. Keep up the great work, no matter where you go. Thank you so much!
I'm so impressed !! Thank you so much! I will be doing this very soon and I will follow every step of the way!! Very thorough!
Thanks for watching, and good luck! You can do it : )
This video was a great performance. so details and very clear view.
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You are like the Bob Ross of Toyota maintenance. Your calm voice and even tone lower my blood pressure while learning about something that usually sends it through the roof. Thanks!
Haha -- thanks! Good luck : )
I agree. It’s calm and straightforward with all necessary details. It was still frustrating but that’s just me trying to figure out if I had enough socket extensions and adapters to get those back 3 plugs out and get the support bolts back in…
Hi Lady, LIKED & SUBSCRIBED! Your channel deserves more followers and your videos more views. Thank you so much for a masterful, educational, and thorough tutorial on changing the spark plugs on the 2GR-FE. I bought a 2010 Lexus RX 350 with the same engine two months ago and it has 114,500 miles on it as of today. I have since watched many YT videos on how to DIY in replacing the spark plugs, but none was satisfactory. Some of them were shortened, some of them were disorganized, and the rest were just poorly explained -- until the YT algorithm decided to put yours on my screen's recommendation list. Now I have no excuse to procrastinate on this DIY job, which the dealer and some local shops quoted between $850 to $1,000.
If I live 100 miles or less away from your shop, you'd have already become my car's designated mechanic for all of its future repair needs. But too bad I am in NY. 😕
Wow, thanks for you comment! You'll enjoy your new-to-you RX350: once you DIY your spark plugs, you won't have much maintenance to worry about: the 2GR-FE has proven to be a great engine. Thanks for subscribing, thanks for watching, thanks for your comment -- and good luck with your repair! : )
@@L35inColorado Thank you for the kind words! Good luck to you and your channel, too.
@@rayoh2011 Thanks! : )
VERY well-made video. The camera shots are great and are clear! The instructions are good!
Thanks, and thanks for watching! : ) Good luck!
Incredibly thorough. Thank you for the explanation.
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Excellent video, all points covered in topic thoroughly. I will bookmark for reference.
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2 years ago I did the valve cover seals, spark plugs and wires on a 1997 Toyota Camry v6 by watching another UA-cam video. Very detailed or I would never have attempted it. No torque specs or part numbers though. I smiled everytime you gave the torque specs. Aluminum is unforgiving. Thank you! My 2013 Sienna is overdue for plugs and you've given me all the info I need.
Thanks for your comment, and thanks for watching! I like torque specs : ) Good luck!
Completed 2015 Sienna today. The connectors to the spark plugs were extremely brittle. Even a pick did not help. Replaced the front three connectors with news ones. On the back bank, I disconnected the wire harness from the valve cover and one more plug to the rear. This gave enough slack in the wiring to pull the ignitors out without disconnecting them. The harness disconnects easily. If your connectors are as brittle as mine, I recommend this approach. Thanks again, for the instructions, parts, and torque values. Made the job much easier.
@@tgittin2 Well done, and thanks for adding your tip! : )
Thanks for watching!
This is by far the best video for replacing spark plugs on 2011-16 siennas! I just tackled this job solo and this video helped me do it. I would like to add some tips of my own for those who are going to do this on their own. Firstly, the ignition coils in the back can be pulled without unplugging the electrical connections. Just release the plastic clips that hold the large wiring harness that contains the coil wires (3-4 clips) and this will give you enough room to remove the coil packs easily and prevents you from breaking any electrical connections which are super fragile! I broke an electrical connection on the #4 coil which is ok with me since its in the front and easy to replace. The 2 bolts on the back of the plenum was a little tight but with a small ratchet & socket will get them off. I only took one bolt off on the passenger side of the plenum and one on the driver side and it came off pretty easily. Taping with masking tape & labeling the hoses & plugs makes the reconnection easier to remember. It took me 5 hours to do the job but included cleaning the engine bay, cowl, hoses, cover, throttle body, & taking a long lunch break! It would've only taken me about 2 hours or less if I had just replaced the plugs without cleaning anything else. Oh, btw, I broke a hex bolt on the plenum using a torque wrench with only 13 foot/pounds on it. It worked for 3 but it snapped the 4th bolt! I will never trust another torque wrench again! But I would definitely take my vehicle to this awesome female mechanic over any of the male mechanics I've ever used! Shout out to this woman for her DIY video and explanations on every step of the way!
Great job on your DIY! Thanks for taking the time to add your tips, and thanks for watching! : )
"66 ft lbs on these nuts" lol, but seriously very very comprehensive and well done video. Every step was fully explained with graphics pointing to precise locations with explanations of all steps. I can only imagine how long this took to edit. Very proffesionally done, wish more videos were like this thank you for the hard work
Thanks for watching! : )
Wow, wow wow wow... absolutely appreciate all the time you put into this, you are amazing, and a wonderful " SHADE TREE MECHANIC " LOL... Again, thank you and hopefully keep doing what you do, thanks from Indy
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