@@markweatherill yes sir, just give it to 'er and tighten that bolt without mercy and with all strength you can muster and come up with, and then use a breaker bar to "give er" another 1/4 of a turn, and it ain't ganna be comen off, ever literally lol)
this PCV valve location is a very stupid design, I am very surprised that Toyota didn't improve that, isn't Toyota suppose to be about constant improvement?it is obviously not true in this case, for something that should be serviced at a regular interval it is a poor design at best! Toyota is starting to slip like the big three are, it is probably designed by the same engineer that thought that it was a good idea to remove the cab on the new Tundra to change a wastegate!
Mine is in the same I was able to remove and replace it simply by lifting up the car as if I was going to do an oil by using a creeper I simply slid under the car and replaced the PCV valve without moving anything out of my way or taking any brackets apart not a simple job but once you figure out ways to put your ratchet it's possible it took me about 1 hour and 30 minutes to replace it with new OEM valve
I replaced the PCV valve (OEM part from local dealership) on our 2012 Highlander during a routine oil change. We noticed a rough idle and weird oil consumption this past year. I noticed an immediate difference after putting the new PCV valve in. AMD was right, it’s a tight spot! Thanks for the video!
Great video . I just replaced the valve on my 2012 Camry SE . Everything is exactly as you described . My 2 cents : a better way to reach the hose is from under the car and if you open the hood , the natural light gives you a better view . I also used a joint socket adapter and a larger socket extension to remove the valve . Thank you very much for the video .
I did this on a 2013 Rav4 LE and found it easier to do most of the procedure from the top instead of underneath. Moving the coolant bottle to the side (you do not need to remove the 2 coolant hoses) allows more room to work (along with removing the back bracket for the bottle). You still need to remove the crank position sensor and bracket, from bottom. I also found it was easier to remove the PCV hose, from the top, by pulling off the intake side first, then pulling it off PCV. The bend on the hose is tight, making it hard to get a grip, but doing it this way allows to grip it better and much less intimidating. Also using a ratchet from the top allows you to use a longer handle to break loose PCV (be gentle) along with 2 small extensions. Trying to use a small ratchet from the bottom was difficult to get leverage with limited room. One other tip...looking up from the bottom, you can see the tip of the PCV, which allows putting the socket on and initially push the hose on much easier. Make sure you lightly lubricate hose before installing. None of this would have been possible with out the video. Thanks AMD!
Thanks for your comments. I️ tried to do from the button on a camry 2012 and, as you mention, the space is too limited to pull the hose and no visibility at all to put back the hose in place.
Took me about 2 and half hours total but I made it. I had to run and a deep socket set and a 3" extension bar. I wanna know what the engineer was thinking!! Lol. And I'm also glad you took your time to explain the entire process. I wouldn't of known that clamp was on the hose end because I didn't feel it at all. I had to wiggle it slowly to where it was turned downwards so I could take it off. Thanks AMD.
was that pcv stuck closed? i check mine by sucking on the hose and its never needed changing after 16 years lol i use synthetic oil and change it on time enough so im guessing thats why.
Great videos as usual. I have replaced the PCV valve in my 2009 Highlander. But did the expensive way (manifold removal). It was a $ 500 job for a $20 part. Let me tell you that it was totally worth it! It's like night & day. The engine is back to life. This HL has 167K miles and it was sluggish and burning oil for a while (no blue smoke. Just drinking 1qt every 1000). If your Toyota has >100k I totally recommend replacing the PCV. It is amazing the manual don't call for PCV replacement.
I am the original owner of a 2012 Camry 2.5 with 163,000 miles and have never changed the pcv valve. Mine uses about the same amount of oil and I hope this will help. I bought an aftermarket pcv valve a few months ago with other parts but after watching this video I will probably get an OEM one so I will only do this once.
After the at-205 my 2013. Then on the advice of a Toyota mechanic I tried Blue devil sealer and it's been good , no leaks. I still would like to do the PVC and I have bought it recently
Anytime you see that white carbon on the intake valve that is a very healthy clean running engine. That is something I learned from my dad who was a “ car care nut” professional Toyota tech back in the 70’s and 80’s. He was working there when the 1st Gen Camry, the 86 1/2 Supra, and the first Gen MR2 launched.
This is supremely helpful sir. I own a 17 of the exact same model and I am the same way this person is. Absolutely love my car! Coming from nothing but American cars to this has been so eye opening in terms of differences in quality. Than you for the content and thanks to Mrs. Car Care Nut for the awesome camera work. God bless
It's frustrating that Toyota, that does do much well, fails to make changing some common maintenance items easy. Also, that dealership service department that didn't take a little time to clean up that hub, is why it's very frustrating to pay top-dollar for supposedly superior service at a dealership.
I replaced This On My 2012 camry around 100k few years Ago. I will replace soon om my 2016 Camry also when the weather is Warmer and no snow. Replace the Hose while you're at it. Does not cost much i think i paid under $20 for the Hose and Around $10 for the Valve at my Local Toyota dealer. A quick Tip; To Help you start the new pcv valve in without crossing the threads, Cut the Old Hose (that you replacing Also) about 4 inches and insert it into the Valve Without the clamp and it will make your life Easier. Then use the Socket wrench.
*Word of advice to anyone doing this* You _CAN_ replace the PCV under the intake but GET A NEW HOSE and clips that hold it on. Chances are it will be hardened and crack split when you try to put it back on. I did mine earlier in the summer and getting access is pretty straight-forward but I could NOT get the old hose on without splitting. BTW - TAKE YOUR TIME, work by feel and keep checking yourself. You can do it.
I didn't have time to run to my local stealership and get a new hose. But the added bonus of using the old house is that it's already molded to fit the PCV. Both the hose and the clip went on with a satisfying click simply when I pushed it on. Oh yeah dab some engine oil on the inside of the house prior to attempting. Good point about the hose cracking though! I will keep an eye on mine.
I just got home from doing the PCV on my Scion tC. You are 100% correct about getting the hose and clips. My hose was split at the end that goes on the PCV and the clips are loose.
I just did this on my 17 Camry 2.5 XSE and it took me about 90 minutes to change the PCV valve, I also changed my spark plugs. Car runs like a champ. I drive 80% on the highway so my engine with 66K miles on it gots lot's of life still.
AMD, Let's give the owner a big pat on the back. I love those cheap steel wheels and Michelin tires with plenty of SIDEWALL to navigate through the potholed streets of the Chicago winter. In yesterday's short video I noticed you are using your expensive alloys, when are you going to get some cheap steel wheels of your own? My cheap steel wheels use Michelin X-Ice snow tires with plenty of sidewall. So far the wheels have survived our cratered Ontario roadways for 17 winters thanks to a quick blast of Krown rustproofing each year. In regard to the PCV valve, my car may not have the power of the Camry's 2.5 engine but the PCV valve on my 1ZZ-FE engine can be changed in a few EASY minutes 😁
The Michelin tire in this video is CrossClimate (2?) rather than X-Ice. The best tires I've personally owned are Michelin X-Ice 3, which quite amazingly have very long tread life, and great performance anytime from NH in winter (where I live) to Arizona in summer (where I vacation). I replaced the stock 195/65R15 89S Toyo NanoEnergy (aka "NanoCrapper" on PriusChat) LRR all-seasons when the car had 700 miles on it, and the Michelin Xi3 205/65R15XL 99T lasted 63K miles. 10 load ratings higher than stock, 119mph rated instead of 112mph (the car rev limits at 104mph to protect the always-geared-in electric motors from overspeed) and as far as I could tell, no mpg penalty (I run the 51psi max-sidewall-rating tires at 50psi, for both handling and ground clearance reasons). Then I switched to Xi3 205/70R15 96T, which are the tallest tires which fit (they rubbed one time when pulling 3g's in a road dip) without a lift kit. The 205/65 had the car handling like it was on rails. The 205/70 are definitely squirmier, but because I drive it offroad out west, the extra 10+mm of ground clearance they give me is worth it, plus added pothole protection here at home. It's hard to believe, but the X-Ice3 is easily a better summer tire than the Goodyear Eagle GT+4 I used on my 1985 Merkur XR4ti back in the '80s (and didn't last very long) or Pirellis/Continentals on my 1997 Audi. And that's in the season they weren't designed for. In snow/ice, there is just no comparison. I had bought an extra set of alloys to swap winter and summer tires, but they are such good tires, the extra wheels are sitting unused 4 winters later, I never went to winter/summer swapping!
Great tips AMD. In my career as a mechanic you have to learn those, I call it, racoon skills with your fingers. I'm 69 and retired now . My fleet of 98 school buses and equipment was an enjoyable experience.
Great shortcut! You can actually practice blind on junk parts if you have any. I used to assemble the coaster brake on my bicycle blindfolded based on my dad telling me they had to learn to service their firearms blind in the army during ww2.
A recruitment reminder: "Ladies, if you have any desire to be a mechanic, follow up on it! Every mechanic in the world has wished many times they had smaller hands." This definitely looks like one of those occasions.
Very thorough procedure, AMD. I did my 2012 Camry with the same procedure, it took me about 30 minutes. Be sure to buy an OEM PCV hose for $14 as well. Mine was stiff and cracked when I removed it. Silicone definitely helps with installation. A question for brother AMD, the new PCV from Toyota doesn't have the pinkish thread locker like for some other Toyota/Lexus models. Do I need to apply 1324 on it?
Great video. I guess there is nothing better than experience. Everything went well until the socket wouldn’t come off the installed valve. My senior citizen arms look like they’ve been in a meat grinder. After a lot of praying and Xanax the socket came off and success. All that work to find out that the valve was in perfect condition. The next time I’ll give my social security check to a mechanic or leave my title and keys in the car for someone else. This was insane! Love and hate Toyota’s. Please don’t make it seem so easy. Thank you!
Very good tutorial. Why couldn't you use that borescope ($60-$125)that you used on the cylinder for guiding the extraction and insertion of the PCV valve. Otherwise it is going to be $375 on the labor? You could secure it and point the camera by sticking with tape or silly putty nearby. The rusty wheel hub was an easy fix. Thanks again you are a very good teacher.
One trick I learn to take off a stuck tire: loosen the lug nuts but don’t take them off. Keep that tire on the ground without jack up. Turn steering left and right and/or move the car forward and backward slightly and brake. Usually the weight of the car will loosen the rim from hub.
Gr8, PCV valves are often overlooked. I would change them every 100K miles regardless of if it is working or not. Honda PVC are pretty easy to replace. changed it on my Honda Odyssey and it went from 2-3 qts of oil every 3k miles to about 2/3 of a qt of oil every 3 k miles.. (it has > 220K miles ) changing on a Honda its 1 10 mm bolt and maybe 20 mins todo.
Highlight of my Saturday Morning...always learning something from the Master. Thanks for all your work and the young lady, too. Enjoy your videos, as usual.
I have this exact car with 203,000 miles on it. Never knew it even had a PCV valve, but since the car does not use oil or give any other indication that the PCV is bad, I’m going to leave it alone.
Nice video. Thanks for sharing. I was curious on your thoughts of the 1000 mile fluid exchange. I have seen some say you should replace the fluids after the 1000 miles on a new car to get rid of possible metal shavings then continue with the recommended intervals after that.
I find it a little crazy that it's this difficult to change the PCV valve on the 2.5L 4 cylinder, while the 3.5 V6 in the same car is trivially easy. Normally the V6 would be harder to work on.
The Toyota dealership here in Aurora, Ontario, Canada, told me that Toyotas NEVER require PCV valves to be replaced, so there was no need for me to replace the PCV valve on my 2008 Corolla. What's your view on this?
I agree, unlike the American PCV valves they are metal and a quality unit. I changed mine on my 2003 Camry at 200k miles. it is easy to get to on this model. It wasn’t bad, i went ahead and changed it because I had already purchased the new one.
Nice video, just the kind I like to see. Please do more like this. Is it the same procedure on a 2018 Camry? What is the maintenance window for the PVC valve? Have you tried to use a mirror to do this? I know feel is a way to do it and I've done work on my cars where all I could do is feel my way but would a mirror have room to help?
Great video! Love the attention to details. I just did mine last night. The lack of space and you weren't kidding about "feeling around". The toughest thing was installing the new PCV valve and making sure you are not cross-threading it.
Why would Toyota make this so hard to change? As an owner of a 89 Corolla, changing the PCV valve is a 5 min job. I guess the idea is to have a reason to charge a lot for the labour.
Hello hello again, I need help with Toyota Avalon hybrid buying guide. Since my daughter will get our Camry I was thinking of upgrading to a used Avalon Hybrid. I know you shown a video about this topic, but maybe a quick insight from anyone here or yourself. Thank you anyone in advance.
compared to lower control arm on my matrix this looks like a walk in the park haha i spent hours trying to get shitty chinese parts to fit using every tool you could think of. Drivers side was hell passenger side was 15 minutes
Great job Mr. Car Care! Have you ever done this on a 2010 Corolla? I would imagine that the Driver's side wheel would come off for a 2010 Corolla based on what I've seen for the PCV valve and hose location??? OR must I resign to removing the intake manifold and swinging it out of the way? I remember my 1972 RoadRunner had the PCV valve running through a grommet on top of one of the 2 valve covers. Pop it out. Clean the grommet and end of the hose. Plug the new one into the hose and push it through the grommet. 30 second job. I miss the old days!!!
Hey, I have a 2018 camry and I want to try and change the pcv valve, I know you said in a comment that I have to remove the intake manifold and I want to know how hard is it to do it, specially when Im not a professional like you. If I were to do it by a professional though, how much would it cost? Thank you and just so you know your videos helped me change the transmission oil, break pads, coolant, spark plugs and the information you give out it helps alot.
The tire looks like the Michelin Cross Climate ...........What are your thoughts on this newish tread tire ?............... I live in Canada and have lots of snow
The CrossClimate2 works great in snow. It's on ice that it will struggle compared to dedicated winter tires, even though nothing will really grip on pure ice. For urban Canadian situations the CC2 should be fine depending on your driving style and needs. Just gotta be bit more careful and not push the limits.
Just use a prybar on the inside of the wheel prying on the lower ball joint and it will come off with very little effort. This tip is from an old German mechanic.
Is there any benefit to going the other route and removing the intake since while you have the intake off there might be other parts that should be replaced while you're in there?
You definitely can clean the intake ports, intake manifold flaps, intake manifold pcv passageways if clogged and replace the intake gasket if damaged and leaking usually the cel will light up. Also, the actuator mechanism that opens and closes the flaps on the front of the headers intake manifold but I haven't seen those go bad only the flaps get gummed up with oil from the pcv return hose to be burned or just build up over time from air heat moisture. An oil catch can minimize the oil being re-burn to the engine and decrease the oil that passes through those flaps or pcv passages ways leading to them getting gummed up and having performance issues. That said there are no other parts that can be replaced when removing the manifold to the best of my knowledge other than those I mentioned and possibly some hoses. I hope that helps.
Sir I absolutely love your videos...I'm a mechanic myself, I've learned a lot of your videos, THANK YOU,...I also own a 2021 Tundra....love it...yes horrible in gas ..but we can't have everything haha...but again love your videos PLEASE keep them coming and God Bless You
Is it possible to clean the PCV valve with MAF cleaner? On my camry'99 I use MAF cleaner to loosen the sludge/oil inside and let it dry for a while. Put it back and problem solved. Also the PCV valve is on top of the valve cover which is easy to access. I just replaced the rubber grommet when it gets brittle. Has anyone here done this?
I've had to put the jack between the wheel and frame to pop the wheel off... I always have an extra jack in the car, for this reason and not fond of stock jack.
My 2013 Rav4 , 4 cyl has a small rear main seal leak. It has 60k and well maintained. Could it be a stuck PCV valve ? Have you ever had that as a fix for the leak? I did try AT205 and helped for only a few weeks. Take care !
The book my 2015 came with said nothing about PCV valve change intervals ?? So what should it be?? If you get one of these engines out of the car , with a new valve, you can actually measure the thread on the valve and install a similar fitting with a metal hose, like brake line, the other end a female fitting so now the vale is at a place where it is accessible easily. With a shop like yours , I can even take apart a 6, 8 speed transmission and find out where I can drill and easily install a tube for a dip stick.
When can I expect to have to do this on my 2009 RAV4? It has close to 67,000 miles on it now. We also have Michelin Cross Climate2 tires on our RAV4 but with 18 inch wheels. Anyone who has ever changed the starter in an old 4WD Honda Civic Wagon knows what it is to work by feel. For that job I even had to use two universal sockets between my ⅜ inch ratchet and the bolt.
2003 Crv had the same problem, I never changed cause I didn’t want to pay $500, I sold the car so I would never know if it would have made a difference now.
Thanks to the engineer , this pcv valves will take hours of labor to take out. on a civic, it is right on top of engine. one bolt and it's pulled out in less than a minute. Is toyota doing german engineering or what? like those bmw change a rubber ring and need to drop engine.
You said if the tube gets damaged, it's easy to replace. I have a 2010 how do I replace/install the tube if it gets damaged? Does the intake manifold have to come out that doesn't sound so easy if that's the case, Please advise.
i know i'm new to the thread, but has anyone changed pcv on a 2010 or 2011 with a power steering pump ? or can i just add an inline style pcv valve ? thanks
You are working on a single belt system this is possible from the bottom. Dual belt 2.5 Camry you have to go down from top and take off larger PS hose. Even the dog bone mount for more room
I have ‘16 CRV with 90k miles on it; we owned it since brand new I can not wait to see its spark plugs condition when it’s time to replaced its spark plugs at 100k miles on its K24W
What works better than a mallet for me when removing a seized wheel is putting your back to the car pulling your leg forward and giving the tire a hard rear kick contacting the bottom of the tire with your heel.
This is an awesome video, cousin ❤ There's a missed opportunity there, if you stuck the borescope from the top (maybe?) The viewer would have a better picture off what they're feeling for.
TCCN thanks for another great video. I have a 2015 corolla with 105k. I have been changing the oil 0w20 full synthetic every 3k. Oil always seems clean. Is it due for the PVC valve? If it is can you, please do a video? I can't find it. thanks
A good method to prevent cross threading is to turn the bolt counterclockwise until the bolt seats correctly. Then, turn the bolt clockwise to fasten.
Yes, I agree! Ur method has wrkd for me for decades.
yep, i do this with almost every bolt.
that works with metric bolts, i suppose. For Imperial fasteners you just need brute force and ignorance.
@@markweatherill yes sir, just give it to 'er and tighten that bolt without mercy and with all strength you can muster and come up with, and then use a breaker bar to "give er" another 1/4 of a turn, and it ain't ganna be comen off, ever literally lol)
Imagine cross threading this. You won't have a bad day but a bad month.
That’s my sisters car thank you for the service and being very helpful to my dad.
You’re very welcome! The car is in great shape!
Now you can change it for her at 200k… 😁
this PCV valve location is a very stupid design, I am very surprised that Toyota didn't improve that, isn't Toyota suppose to be about constant improvement?it is obviously not true in this case, for something that should be serviced at a regular interval it is a poor design at best! Toyota is starting to slip like the big three are, it is probably designed by the same engineer that thought that it was a good idea to remove the cab on the new Tundra to change a wastegate!
Mine is in the same I was able to remove and replace it simply by lifting up the car as if I was going to do an oil by using a creeper I simply slid under the car and replaced the PCV valve without moving anything out of my way or taking any brackets apart not a simple job but once you figure out ways to put your ratchet it's possible it took me about 1 hour and 30 minutes to replace it with new OEM valve
I couldn't turn it using this method and feared breaking it. I'm due for an oil change, so I'll check this access.
Today my Toyota dealer quoted me $694 to replace the pvc valve. I can do it myself now. Thank you!
My mechanic charged me $350.
$694!???
$410 at the dealership near me!
Mine has a power steering pump in the way geez . I guess some 11 camrys are different ?!
Literally the exact same quote and recommendation. Thank you!
Wow! On my car the pcv valve is towards the back of the engine but on the top!! That's a horrible design
I put anti seiz on my Camry hubs. Learned that lesson early on.
I replaced the PCV valve (OEM part from local dealership) on our 2012 Highlander during a routine oil change. We noticed a rough idle and weird oil consumption this past year. I noticed an immediate difference after putting the new PCV valve in. AMD was right, it’s a tight spot! Thanks for the video!
Great video . I just replaced the valve on my 2012 Camry SE . Everything is exactly as you described . My 2 cents : a better way to reach the hose is from under the car and if you open the hood , the natural light gives you a better view . I also used a joint socket adapter and a larger socket extension to remove the valve . Thank you very much for the video .
Would I still need to remove the wheel, etc? Thank you
@@MusiqTruth… removing wheel provides easier Safety And easier Access…
I did this on a 2013 Rav4 LE and found it easier to do most of the procedure from the top instead of underneath. Moving the coolant bottle to the side (you do not need to remove the 2 coolant hoses) allows more room to work (along with removing the back bracket for the bottle). You still need to remove the crank position sensor and bracket, from bottom. I also found it was easier to remove the PCV hose, from the top, by pulling off the intake side first, then pulling it off PCV. The bend on the hose is tight, making it hard to get a grip, but doing it this way allows to grip it better and much less intimidating. Also using a ratchet from the top allows you to use a longer handle to break loose PCV (be gentle) along with 2 small extensions. Trying to use a small ratchet from the bottom was difficult to get leverage with limited room. One other tip...looking up from the bottom, you can see the tip of the PCV, which allows putting the socket on and initially push the hose on much easier. Make sure you lightly lubricate hose before installing. None of this would have been possible with out the video. Thanks AMD!
Thanks for your comments. I️ tried to do from the button on a camry 2012 and, as you mention, the space is too limited to pull the hose and no visibility at all to put back the hose in place.
I did this on my 2011 RAV4, a generation earlier than yours. Couldn't do it from the top but you have excellent tips though!
Did you have a ❤code on your 2013 or did you jus do it as precautionary maintenance?
Precautionary maintenance. Vehicle had 100K miles at time of replacement.
Well he said this video applied to a 2009 to 2012 RAV4, not a 2013, so you have that.
Took me about 2 and half hours total but I made it. I had to run and a deep socket set and a 3" extension bar. I wanna know what the engineer was thinking!! Lol. And I'm also glad you took your time to explain the entire process. I wouldn't of known that clamp was on the hose end because I didn't feel it at all. I had to wiggle it slowly to where it was turned downwards so I could take it off. Thanks AMD.
was that pcv stuck closed? i check mine by sucking on the hose and its never needed changing after 16 years lol i use synthetic oil and change it on time enough so im guessing thats why.
Great videos as usual. I have replaced the PCV valve in my 2009 Highlander. But did the expensive way (manifold removal). It was a $ 500 job for a $20 part. Let me tell you that it was totally worth it! It's like night & day. The engine is back to life. This HL has 167K miles and it was sluggish and burning oil for a while (no blue smoke. Just drinking 1qt every 1000). If your Toyota has >100k I totally recommend replacing the PCV. It is amazing the manual don't call for PCV replacement.
I am the original owner of a 2012 Camry 2.5 with 163,000 miles and have never changed the pcv valve. Mine uses about the same amount of oil and I hope this will help. I bought an aftermarket pcv valve a few months ago with other parts but after watching this video I will probably get an OEM one so I will only do this once.
After the at-205 my 2013. Then on the advice of a Toyota mechanic I tried Blue devil sealer and it's been good , no leaks. I still would like to do the PVC and I have bought it recently
@@tsukki_amv2848did it solve ur oil burning problem
Anytime you see that white carbon on the intake valve that is a very healthy clean running engine. That is something I learned from my dad who was a “ car care nut” professional Toyota tech back in the 70’s and 80’s. He was working there when the 1st Gen Camry, the 86 1/2 Supra, and the first Gen MR2 launched.
Your dad is now our dad too.
Yep not for a newby!! Me? Hold my Mountain Dew, AMD!!!!
This is supremely helpful sir. I own a 17 of the exact same model and I am the same way this person is. Absolutely love my car! Coming from nothing but American cars to this has been so eye opening in terms of differences in quality. Than you for the content and thanks to Mrs. Car Care Nut for the awesome camera work. God bless
you my best car youtuber, can I ask why there's no upgrades on the Toyota Prius alpha ?
It's frustrating that Toyota, that does do much well, fails to make changing some common maintenance items easy.
Also, that dealership service department that didn't take a little time to clean up that hub, is why it's very frustrating to pay top-dollar for supposedly superior service at a dealership.
How many will cross-thread this project? lol
I replaced This On My 2012 camry around 100k few years Ago. I will replace soon om my 2016 Camry also when the weather is Warmer and no snow. Replace the Hose while you're at it. Does not cost much i think i paid under $20 for the Hose and Around $10 for the Valve at my Local Toyota dealer. A quick Tip; To Help you start the new pcv valve in without crossing the threads, Cut the Old Hose (that you replacing Also) about 4 inches and insert it into the Valve Without the clamp and it will make your life Easier. Then use the Socket wrench.
*Word of advice to anyone doing this*
You _CAN_ replace the PCV under the intake but GET A NEW HOSE and clips that hold it on. Chances are it will be hardened and crack split when you try to put it back on. I did mine earlier in the summer and getting access is pretty straight-forward but I could NOT get the old hose on without splitting.
BTW - TAKE YOUR TIME, work by feel and keep checking yourself. You can do it.
I didn't have time to run to my local stealership and get a new hose. But the added bonus of using the old house is that it's already molded to fit the PCV. Both the hose and the clip went on with a satisfying click simply when I pushed it on. Oh yeah dab some engine oil on the inside of the house prior to attempting.
Good point about the hose cracking though! I will keep an eye on mine.
I just got home from doing the PCV on my Scion tC. You are 100% correct about getting the hose and clips. My hose was split at the end that goes on the PCV and the clips are loose.
I just did this on my 17 Camry 2.5 XSE and it took me about 90 minutes to change the PCV valve, I also changed my spark plugs. Car runs like a champ. I drive 80% on the highway so my engine with 66K miles on it gots lot's of life still.
I am wondering about pvc for 3.5L camry 2019. Thanks.
Hi! Much simpler. On top of the front valve cover. Should take 2 minutes to replace
Thanks AMD.
Change PCV looks so easy when professional is doing job. That engine is in good condition. Thank you Mrs TCCN and AMD.
This is a good example why I like your channel....It's great to watch someone who knows what they're doing & what they're talking about.
AMD, Let's give the owner a big pat on the back. I love those cheap steel wheels and Michelin tires with plenty of SIDEWALL to navigate through the potholed streets of the Chicago winter. In yesterday's short video I noticed you are using your expensive alloys, when are you going to get some cheap steel wheels of your own? My cheap steel wheels use Michelin X-Ice snow tires with plenty of sidewall. So far the wheels have survived our cratered Ontario roadways for 17 winters thanks to a quick blast of Krown rustproofing each year. In regard to the PCV valve, my car may not have the power of the Camry's 2.5 engine but the PCV valve on my 1ZZ-FE engine can be changed in a few EASY minutes 😁
The Michelin tire in this video is CrossClimate (2?) rather than X-Ice. The best tires I've personally owned are Michelin X-Ice 3, which quite amazingly have very long tread life, and great performance anytime from NH in winter (where I live) to Arizona in summer (where I vacation). I replaced the stock 195/65R15 89S Toyo NanoEnergy (aka "NanoCrapper" on PriusChat) LRR all-seasons when the car had 700 miles on it, and the Michelin Xi3 205/65R15XL 99T lasted 63K miles. 10 load ratings higher than stock, 119mph rated instead of 112mph (the car rev limits at 104mph to protect the always-geared-in electric motors from overspeed) and as far as I could tell, no mpg penalty (I run the 51psi max-sidewall-rating tires at 50psi, for both handling and ground clearance reasons). Then I switched to Xi3 205/70R15 96T, which are the tallest tires which fit (they rubbed one time when pulling 3g's in a road dip) without a lift kit. The 205/65 had the car handling like it was on rails. The 205/70 are definitely squirmier, but because I drive it offroad out west, the extra 10+mm of ground clearance they give me is worth it, plus added pothole protection here at home.
It's hard to believe, but the X-Ice3 is easily a better summer tire than the Goodyear Eagle GT+4 I used on my 1985 Merkur XR4ti back in the '80s (and didn't last very long) or Pirellis/Continentals on my 1997 Audi. And that's in the season they weren't designed for. In snow/ice, there is just no comparison. I had bought an extra set of alloys to swap winter and summer tires, but they are such good tires, the extra wheels are sitting unused 4 winters later, I never went to winter/summer swapping!
Great tips AMD. In my career as a mechanic you have to learn those, I call it, racoon skills with your fingers. I'm 69 and retired now . My fleet of 98 school buses and equipment was an enjoyable experience.
This is one of those reasons why I would buy electric! This is a maintenance item.
Great shortcut! You can actually practice blind on junk parts if you have any. I used to assemble the coaster brake on my bicycle blindfolded based on my dad telling me they had to learn to service their firearms blind in the army during ww2.
If your rifle jams at night, can repair it without any light, especially if your out in the field, give away your location to the enemy.
I think you should put the engine designation codes in the video title so it’s easier to find in a search.
Thanks for another great video. First comment.
I have the same car but a 2015, with almost 134,000 on it. Love the car, also taken well care of.
why change it at100k?
A recruitment reminder: "Ladies, if you have any desire to be a mechanic, follow up on it! Every mechanic in the world has wished many times they had smaller hands." This definitely looks like one of those occasions.
Very thorough procedure, AMD. I did my 2012 Camry with the same procedure, it took me about 30 minutes. Be sure to buy an OEM PCV hose for $14 as well. Mine was stiff and cracked when I removed it. Silicone definitely helps with installation. A question for brother AMD, the new PCV from Toyota doesn't have the pinkish thread locker like for some other Toyota/Lexus models. Do I need to apply 1324 on it?
Hi! No you don’t need to on the case of this engine
@@TheCarCareNut Thanks for your reply.
@@driverman9528 I got a set of deep sockets from Harbor Freight just for this job. I forget what size I used. You need a deep socket to work on it.
@@kenty6973 I think it’s a 21 or 22mm
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How many miles should pcv valve be replaced?
Great video. I guess there is nothing better than experience. Everything went well until the socket wouldn’t come off the installed valve. My senior citizen arms look like they’ve been in a meat grinder. After a lot of praying and Xanax the socket came off and success. All that work to find out that the valve was in perfect condition. The next time I’ll give my social security check to a mechanic or leave my title and keys in the car for someone else. This was insane! Love and hate Toyota’s. Please don’t make it seem so easy. Thank you!
How does he know this stuff? Boy ,God sure has given him some gifts to help others and he is even in his church music ministry.
Very good tutorial. Why couldn't you use that borescope ($60-$125)that you used on the cylinder for guiding the extraction and insertion of the PCV valve. Otherwise it is going to be $375 on the labor? You could secure it and point the camera by sticking with tape or silly putty nearby. The rusty wheel hub was an easy fix. Thanks again you are a very good teacher.
A great idea, but I wish I had a borescope...
You are an incredible teacher. Just bought a used 2014 RAV4 with only 44k and I've already learned a lot from your channel. Thank you
One trick I learn to take off a stuck tire: loosen the lug nuts but don’t take them off. Keep that tire on the ground without jack up. Turn steering left and right and/or move the car forward and backward slightly and brake. Usually the weight of the car will loosen the rim from hub.
I've helped neighbors with this method. Takes under a foot of horizontal movement to loosen the wheel.
Gr8, PCV valves are often overlooked. I would change them every 100K miles regardless of if it is working or not. Honda PVC are pretty easy to replace. changed it on my Honda Odyssey and it went from 2-3 qts of oil every 3k miles to about 2/3 of a qt of oil every 3 k miles.. (it has > 220K miles ) changing on a Honda its 1 10 mm bolt and maybe 20 mins todo.
Pcv valve needs to be changed at 60 thousand miles.
@@williamlugo78 depends on mfg.
I know my Nissan Maxima said check and replaced as needed every 30k
@@dfields9511 I do mine every 30K regardless. They are cheap insurance for the longevity of the motor
Usually just need cleaning
Highlight of my Saturday Morning...always learning something from the Master. Thanks for all your work and the young lady, too. Enjoy your videos, as usual.
Can the PCV be changed in a 2015 Toyota Sienna without removing a bunch of stuff?
Nice content brother! Happy Saturday!
I have this exact car with 203,000 miles on it. Never knew it even had a PCV valve, but since the car does not use oil or give any other indication that the PCV is bad, I’m going to leave it alone.
Make sure you take her to Spitzer valve the Spitzer valve is often an area of concern
Me too
Nice video. Thanks for sharing. I was curious on your thoughts of the 1000 mile fluid exchange. I have seen some say you should replace the fluids after the 1000 miles on a new car to get rid of possible metal shavings then continue with the recommended intervals after that.
Hi! Yes I do recommend you do a break in oil change at 1000 miles.
Why did they start putting them there. My 2000 Avalon was up top and easy changeable.
Thanks to you and Mrs. Nut for an excellent informative video.
I find it a little crazy that it's this difficult to change the PCV valve on the 2.5L 4 cylinder, while the 3.5 V6 in the same car is trivially easy. Normally the V6 would be harder to work on.
@j c Yea everything is harder on the 3.5 except the pcv valve for some reason haha.
. The older Toyotas 3d and 4th generation camrys 4 cylinder were very easy and the corollas are very easy too.
"go to the dealership" engine design. Deliberately designed to be hard to work on without all kinds of fancy tools. Even with Toyotas. 😒
Try changing you v6 rear spark plugs!
The Toyota dealership here in Aurora, Ontario, Canada, told me that Toyotas NEVER require PCV valves to be replaced, so there was no need for me to replace the PCV valve on my 2008 Corolla. What's your view on this?
I agree, unlike the American PCV valves they are metal and a quality unit. I changed mine on my 2003 Camry at 200k miles. it is easy to get to on this model. It wasn’t bad, i went ahead and changed it because I had already purchased the new one.
The PCV on our 2002 Highlander (easy to get to) went bad and was sucking oil and took out the O2 sensors. So, yes they do go bad.
Why change PCV valve so early? When you really need to change PCV valve?
Nice video, just the kind I like to see. Please do more like this.
Is it the same procedure on a 2018 Camry? What is the maintenance window for the PVC valve?
Have you tried to use a mirror to do this? I know feel is a way to do it and I've done work on my cars where all I could do is feel my way but would a mirror have room to help?
@j c very good idea. Have to be careful not damage the phone.
Great video! Love the attention to details. I just did mine last night. The lack of space and you weren't kidding about "feeling around". The toughest thing was installing the new PCV valve and making sure you are not cross-threading it.
I have a 2017 camery and the Toyota shop told me it would cost 650.00 big ones so I want to do it a cheaper way.
That's another reason to keep my 2005 Camry. It's a much simpler car to work in it, and way more space around the engine.
Why would Toyota make this so hard to change? As an owner of a 89 Corolla, changing the PCV valve is a 5 min job. I guess the idea is to have a reason to charge a lot for the labour.
2016 Toyota Camry LE, 4 cyl, silver/gray, 114k miles, excellent condition. Needs new PCV valve. $500 OBO. 😂
Can you do a video on the Lexus ISF
I always use a light coating of never seize (on mating surfaces) when I'm dealing with wheels/rotors due to rust.
You might don't get an aftermarket because is a toyota part. If you have a nissan Altima you better get the aftermarket part 😂
Great Video. Does the PCV really have to be replaced? Toyota maintenance schedule doesn't specify any maintenance interval on PCV.
Less likely if your engine oil is changed regularly.
In my country new XV70 Camry is sold with 2.5 L 2AR-FE engine. Does it have the same design?
Hello hello again,
I need help with Toyota Avalon hybrid buying guide. Since my daughter will get our Camry I was thinking of upgrading to a used Avalon Hybrid.
I know you shown a video about this topic, but maybe a quick insight from anyone here or yourself.
Thank you anyone in advance.
compared to lower control arm on my matrix this looks like a walk in the park haha i spent hours trying to get shitty chinese parts to fit using every tool you could think of.
Drivers side was hell passenger side was 15 minutes
Great job Mr. Car Care! Have you ever done this on a 2010 Corolla? I would imagine that the Driver's side wheel would come off for a 2010 Corolla based on what I've seen for the PCV valve and hose location??? OR must I resign to removing the intake manifold and swinging it out of the way? I remember my 1972 RoadRunner had the PCV valve running through a grommet on top of one of the 2 valve covers. Pop it out. Clean the grommet and end of the hose. Plug the new one into the hose and push it through the grommet. 30 second job. I miss the old days!!!
I have a 16 Corolla and removing the front drivers side wheel is recommended as it is accessible from the right, not the left
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Hey, I have a 2018 camry and I want to try and change the pcv valve, I know you said in a comment that I have to remove the intake manifold and I want to know how hard is it to do it, specially when Im not a professional like you. If I were to do it by a professional though, how much would it cost?
Thank you and just so you know your videos helped me change the transmission oil, break pads, coolant, spark plugs and the information you give out it helps alot.
The tire looks like the Michelin Cross Climate ...........What are your thoughts on this newish tread tire ?............... I live in Canada and have lots of snow
The CrossClimate2 works great in snow. It's on ice that it will struggle compared to dedicated winter tires, even though nothing will really grip on pure ice. For urban Canadian situations the CC2 should be fine depending on your driving style and needs. Just gotta be bit more careful and not push the limits.
Just use a prybar on the inside of the wheel prying on the lower ball joint and it will come off with very little effort. This tip is from an old German mechanic.
Is there any benefit to going the other route and removing the intake since while you have the intake off there might be other parts that should be replaced while you're in there?
Hi! Unless you have a leaking intake manifold gasket then or you’re doing a knock sensor for example then no there’s no benefit.
You definitely can clean the intake ports, intake manifold flaps, intake manifold pcv passageways if clogged and replace the intake gasket if damaged and leaking usually the cel will light up. Also, the actuator mechanism that opens and closes the flaps on the front of the headers intake manifold but I haven't seen those go bad only the flaps get gummed up with oil from the pcv return hose to be burned or just build up over time from air heat moisture. An oil catch can minimize the oil being re-burn to the engine and decrease the oil that passes through those flaps or pcv passages ways leading to them getting gummed up and having performance issues. That said there are no other parts that can be replaced when removing the manifold to the best of my knowledge other than those I mentioned and possibly some hoses. I hope that helps.
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Is it possible to clean the PCV valve with MAF cleaner? On my camry'99 I use MAF cleaner to loosen the sludge/oil inside and let it dry for a while. Put it back and problem solved. Also the PCV valve is on top of the valve cover which is easy to access. I just replaced the rubber grommet when it gets brittle.
Has anyone here done this?
I've had to put the jack between the wheel and frame to pop the wheel off... I always have an extra jack in the car, for this reason and not fond of stock jack.
My 2013 Rav4 , 4 cyl has a small rear main seal leak. It has 60k and well maintained. Could it be a stuck PCV valve ? Have you ever had that as a fix for the leak? I did try AT205 and helped for only a few weeks. Take care !
Boy this camry looks nice underneath, especially in "rusty land".
The book my 2015 came with said nothing about PCV valve change intervals ?? So what should it be?? If you get one of these engines out of the car , with a new valve, you can actually measure the thread on the valve and install a similar fitting with a metal hose, like brake line, the other end a female fitting so now the vale is at a place where it is accessible easily. With a shop like yours , I can even take apart a 6, 8 speed transmission and find out where I can drill and easily install a tube for a dip stick.
When can I expect to have to do this on my 2009 RAV4? It has close to 67,000 miles on it now.
We also have Michelin Cross Climate2 tires on our RAV4 but with 18 inch wheels.
Anyone who has ever changed the starter in an old 4WD Honda Civic Wagon knows what it is to work by feel. For that job I even had to use two universal sockets between my ⅜ inch ratchet and the bolt.
Hi! With your spark plugs at 120k miles
2003 Crv had the same problem, I never changed cause I didn’t want to pay $500, I sold the car so I would never know if it would have made a difference now.
Hi there I have a Quick Question for u ! Do a 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid le have PCV Valve ?? If do Where do they located ? Ty 🙏🙏
Will this work for a 2010 Camry? This car has the power steering, so I don't think it'll work
Hi! Yes it’ll work. A bit tighter but still doable
Thanks to the engineer , this pcv valves will take hours of labor to take out. on a civic, it is right on top of engine. one bolt and it's pulled out in less than a minute. Is toyota doing german engineering or what? like those bmw change a rubber ring and need to drop engine.
Why rubber ring you mean engine main seal?
A wipe-down with the rag and life's good. Ahmed, thanks for the helpful tips that many of us would overlook.
You said if the tube gets damaged, it's easy to replace. I have a 2010 how do I replace/install the tube if it gets damaged? Does the intake manifold have to come out that doesn't sound so easy if that's the case, Please advise.
Do you recommend replacing the PCV Hose while doing this replacement? Is it hard to replace the hose? Thanks
i know i'm new to the thread, but has anyone changed pcv on a 2010 or 2011 with a power steering pump ? or can i just add an inline style pcv valve ? thanks
Why are dealers charging 3 hours labor when it can be done in half an hour or less?
Do you know where is pcv valve is located in 2011 toyota highlander 2.7 cylinder?I would really appreciated
You are working on a single belt system this is possible from the bottom.
Dual belt 2.5 Camry you have to go down from top and take off larger PS hose. Even the dog bone mount for more room
I have ‘16 CRV with 90k miles on it; we owned it since brand new I can not wait to see its spark plugs condition when it’s time to replaced its spark plugs at 100k miles on its K24W
Truly the stupidest location of a PCV valve I’ve ever seen! Yeah, sure there are others equally stupid but COME ON TOYOTA!
What works better than a mallet for me when removing a seized wheel is putting your back to the car pulling your leg forward and giving the tire a hard rear kick contacting the bottom of the tire with your heel.
Did this on my 2015 Scion tC and it was even harder. There’s more room on the Camry. Most I’ve ever done was swap suspensions. I’m proud of myself lol
This is an awesome video, cousin ❤
There's a missed opportunity there, if you stuck the borescope from the top (maybe?) The viewer would have a better picture off what they're feeling for.
Hey car nut you have a lot of experience working by feel 😆
TCCN thanks for another great video. I have a 2015 corolla with 105k. I have been changing the oil 0w20 full synthetic every 3k. Oil always seems clean. Is it due for the PVC valve? If it is can you, please do a video? I can't find it. thanks
Hi! When you replace the spark plugs at 120k consider replacing it as wwll
How often should it be change? I have a
2018 Rav4 with 220k Miles on it and have not touched it at all.
Does the 2014 Camry LE have the same location for the PCV Valve? Thanks for the great video!
You would have loved working on military jets, many jobs are done only by feel and you had to safely wire the part when done.
fluid film for the hubs.
Naw I would not buy this model car 🚗