Toyota/Lexus 4.7L 2UZ-FE Valve Cover Gasket Job

In this video, we show you how to perform a valve cover gasket job on a 2000 Lexus LX 470 with the 4.7L 2UZ-FE Engine. This engine can be found in a lot of other vehicles including: Toyota Sequoias, Toyota Tundras, Toyota 4th Gen 4Runners, Toyota 100 Series Land Cruisers and Lexus GX 470s so this video will help you perform a valve cover gasket job on these models as well. This 2UZ-FE engine is Pre - VVTi (Variable Valve Timing). With the introduction of VVTi in 2005 came the secondary air injection system so you might find some differences with the parts on top of the engine you have to disconnect to get the job done.

**TORQUE VALUES**
Valve Cover Bolts - 53 in-lbs
Coil Pack Bolts - 66 in-lbs

**PARTS**
*Valve Cover Gaskets (Different Part Numbers for Each Side)

*PCV Valve #12204-50020 & PCV Valve Grommet #90480-18001

*PCV Valve Foam Cover #12236-50010

**HELPFUL TOOLS**
*If you're looking for other tools not used in this video, check out Timmy's Master Tool List.*

*Ko-ken 3/8" Nut Grip Sockets (Use Discount Code "sicmods" for a 10% discount) (These sockets are great because they hold onto the nut or bolt you're trying to remove or install. This socket design is especially helpful in tight areas where the chance of dropping the fastener is high.)

*Milwaukee M12 3/8” Cordless Extended Reach Ratchet

*5/8” Magnetic Swivel Spark Plug Sockets w/ Extension Set (In case you decide to replace your spark plugs as part of this job)

*After this job, I finally got tired of fighting disconnecting electrical connectors so i bought these 3 pairs of pliers from Lisle.*

*CDI 3/8" Drive 30-250 Inch Pound Torque Wrench

*Magnetic Pick-up Tool Set (4 Piece)

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[jjordan]

How is it over three thousand views on this video and only a hundred likes??! You sir don’t get enough credit. One of the best tutorials I’ve ever seen.

[willmtaylor]

I’ve also seen folks who can’t get to the back bolts go in through the left side wheel well. Thanks, Timmy!

[Adrielqwerty]

My go to channel for DIY toyota/lexus truck jobs!

[ДмитрийЯрославцев-еч]

I have Suzuki Grand Vitara (J20A) and Toyota Noah Hybrid (right-hand drive) in my garage. Toyota is as much reliable as I expected. Very good car for everyday use (I have two kids), so my wife is driving it.
Suzuki is pretty old and not so reliable, and actually spare parts are a little bit expensive.
I like to watch your channel for useful tips (applicable to service any car) and neatness of your work!
I plan to get GX470 instead of SGV, so relevance of your channel will be multiplied for me.
Thanks for your videos Timmy and have a good day!

[MrCalifornia]

Pro tip. If you have a leak, you could try tightening your bolts a little and sometimes that will buy you some time. Thanks for the video. I have a first GEN tundra and may need this sometime in the future although it’s 24 years old and doesn’t leak a drop of oil. Obviously religiously maintained.

[hughkoontziv]

Great video! I did notice some dried coolant on the T connector on the rear side of engine.

[mikemendiola]

Great and timely video. I've been wanting to get this done but I've seen horror stories of breaking valve cover bolts when removing them. Supposedly the exposed underside of some of those bolts get crusty. Looks like this rig had no issues whatsoever. Was this a concern at all to you as you were browsing the other vids or prepping for this job?

[FreeKanal]

Installing the spark plug seals you could put something thin where u want those gaps to be(for example bent feeler
gauge) and that would stop u pushing those seals too far. Later u just pull feeler gauge out. Just an idea

Also is it good idea to use some lubricant when installing spar plug coils? Like dielectric grease so it would be easy to remove next time? Of course sparingly only.

[فارسالتميمي-عغ]

The original coil or Denso is excellent in terms of quality. The rest are mostly junk. As for replacing it, if one of them is damaged, replacing it may be a logical option. However, if it is intact, there is no need for it. It is preferable to replace the injectors instead. 2:59

[efilkizum]

Oem coil packs are so pricey, did those cost em more than 800$ ??

[heymantmotilall]

Tim good day need some advice I bought a 02 4Runner about 6 months now and I’m having a high idle and surging lost of power at times I scheme the rig and codes P1120 P1121 it was recommended to change TPS but I’m not finding any can you advise me where can I get one please

[فارسالتميمي-عغ]

A million miles is hard on an engine without major overhauls, maybe 800, 000 to a million miles, not a likely mile. It will start burning oil after 600-800, 000 miles, even if you put 20/50 and were conservative.