2010 Toyota Highlander sparkplug replacement

[@eddienieto6112]

Take off the wiper blade motor and entire bracket, it’s about 18 bolts and 20 mins but will give you tons of space to work with, just did the replacement myself

[@pardesi_life]

My wiper arm is stuck 😢😢 eventually I have to do it this way

[@mikeray353]

After many videos and trials...this is right way! Solution to back left nut is: to trace back bracket to back nut face up. PUT AN OPEN END 12M @ your 3 and go to 12 (3 being left, 12 being front of car- counter turn-it's upside down). Once busted free- you know what to do from there. You'll see bracket at end of video... It's located @ ass end on bracket- it's bolted in downwards! Forget taking wipers off ect, that's just malarkey. Thanks for helpful Video!!

[@JoeSmith-pp6vi]

Thank you

[@nathanield.4527]

Too bad you didn’t show the video of you removing the bolt from the back of the air intake chamber. That is the knuckle buster of the entire job.

[@Xomanowar99]

Nathaniel D. Knuckle buster 😂

[@mrfixit4211]

@@Xomanowar99 It really is and since it is so tight you really have to do it by feel and I was able to put my camera behind there. Maybe on the next one, I can use a GoPro.

[@hokie9910]

I have 150k miles on 2013 RX350 and it runs like a top. I might just wait until it starts running rough before I tackle this job.

[@JacanaProductions]

Just bought a 2008 Highlander hybrid. I find it quite amusing that all the gushing about Toyota online from my car angel and the other blokes but come to change the spark plugs I’ve been quoted $650 to $1000. I realize that the car long-term will be more reliable than say a Subaru but I think it quite humorous that just to change the old spark plugs is such a monumental task! Even on my old 1999 Audi V8 it was a much simpler task oh well can’t win them all.

[@mrfixit4211]

It is a very reliable vehicle, but the way manifold is placed, could have been a better design. Anyways it is more time costing to complete the work than anything else.

[@jerodtier3269]

Check this video out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqu4eKSQjqd5mJY

[@researchtech4881]

Okay, I just did this on my daughter's 2010 Highlander. I used a 1/4 ratchet. Here's how I did it. I jammed my left arm in until it couldn't go further... I tried this several times and thought maybe it isn't possible. Then I climbed on the motor and pushed it another 3-4 inches... I could just feel the bracket coming down and just barely get the socket on. It was kind of like jumping off a cliff... it's you or the car. Yes, my arm is mangled/bruised. Knuckles missing skin... but I got it... I had a bad injector in cylinder one...FIXED!! If you do this repair make sure you change the rubber washers on the top and bottoms of all three injectors on that fuel rail. It's hard to get one injector out without compromising the seal on the others, so be safe and replace the washers. Also, replace the intake gasket and stuff paper towels to prevent dropping tools, screws, dirt, etc. in there. Super important. Symptoms: sporadic misfire on cylinder one... plugs and coil were new-ish, and new injector fixed it.

[@mrfixit4211]

It is a hassel to remove the intake..

[@GiovanniDuque]

Usually I would pay for this service but during these tough financial times my wife and I step up to the plate. Your video really helps us a lot and we wanted to Thank you. The 12m bolt was indeed a pain. Do you suggest to leave it off for future tune ups? Thanks again!

[@mrfixit4211]

It is there to support the manifold. You should try to reattach if at all possible.

[@daf62757]

After watching several videos of this being done by other people, I think when the time comes for me to replace my plugs, I will let a professional do it.

[@mrfixit4211]

Make sure to have several estimates as the prices can have a large range.

[@jonnnn4895]

@@mrfixit4211 what would u recommend a good price

[@mrfixit4211]

​@@jonnnn4895 It really depends on which part of the country you are in, but an independent shop should be somewhere between 400-800 including parts.

[@maccine1324]

@@mrfixit4211 dealer wanted 1000

[@mrfixit4211]

@@maccine1324 Following the service manual requires a lot of time for disassembly. That is where most of the cost is, labor.

[@dinosaurmusclecars7270]

were u able to reuse the intake gasket?

[@mrfixit4211]

At the 100K mark the gasket was reused, but replaced during the 200K service.

[@pardesi_life]

What did you use the remove that 12 mm bolt. A small wrench?

[@mrfixit4211]

Ratcheting wrench, something like this. www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-Metric-Quad-Drive-Ratcheting-Wrench-Set-2-Piece-HQRRW2PCMM/204759375

[@arcane2152]

Seems like the video wasn't finished. What happened to removing the rear spark plugs?

[@mrfixit4211]

As the title says, this is the hard part of doing this job. If you can remove the manifold on this engine the rest is pretty straight forward. This seems to be the most time consuming and difficult thing to accomplish. I have done more than one spark plug service on this type of engine. The first time I removed the wiper and cowl assembly to gain access to that bolt. You can save about 3 hours of disassemble and reassembly by reaching behind and removing the bolt by feel.

[@jaycarl1562]

@@mrfixit4211 the hardest part is removing the 12mm behind the plenum on the passenger side. You completely left that part out. Anybody watching this there are much better videos that show exactly how to remove that bolt. Just search 2gr-fe spark plug replacement.

[@pardesi_life]

​@@jaycarl1562I was waiting for that part of the video 😢

[@iroulis]

Anyone try tilting or sliding forward, or lowering the engine by loosening or taking off the upper right engine mount by the accessory belt?

[@nathanield.4527]

So how do you like the Milwaukee ratchet? Do you use it enough to feel the purchase was worth it? I was considering getting one.

[@wookim9479]

Yes, I think it is totally worth it. It does works well. They make a new version that i may get in the future.

[@bw2727]

Man I want one

[@Moulin13]

I had one at some point and it worked well, but since I was using it for everyday jobs it ended up not lasting long

[@scientist100]

@@Moulin13 it does last, just don't abuse it. Always loosen the bolt first and then hit it with any power tool ratchet so that you don't force them. The point of them is to remove bolts/nuts faster but not to get bolts loose.

[@sammmyds39]

What size spark plug socket did u use? 5/8

[@mrfixit4211]

Sorry, I don't really remember. I have a complete set and just grab the one that fit, but the larger socket sounds right.

[@tenzackyogi1742]

16mm is the correct size for sparkplug.

[@xXSlickNickXx757]

i know this is an older video but maybe u can still add this to description or the video. you can put some rtv or any type of silicon on the clips that break on the coil pack plug. i usually put it on the top right where the clip would be. just a dab will do.

[@Taykheed]

Would this apply to a 2005 as well?

[@mrfixit4211]

The body style of the 2005 is different on the 2010. I do not have a v6 in my 2005 highlander so I do not know of sure, but do know the engine is not the same.

[@JohnHungerfordJr]

Thanks for showing video but if you were wise enough to get engine wash clean before dirt and sand falling into pit of hell can do great damage to internal engine.

[@okzzvil7617]

You cannot even blow the dust my friend.

[@bradpeterson4277]

lets knock all that dirt down the intake ports yay! how about compressed air blow off first ?

[@yodead369]

I love all the narrators, but yet they're watching the video cuz they can't do it. 🤣🤭

[@Mahigeer1]

@@yodead369 Not true. Learning from some else's mistake is also a valuable lesson.

[@nephewspeaks6966]

Please make sure your mechanic changes the back they skip thoses

[@donaldlee6760]

Great video. My 1999 V6 Toyota Avalon is very similar to your 2010 engine, however I have very skinny arms and there was (just barely) enough space to stick my arm behind and remove all 3 spark plugs without removing the manifold. All 6 coils are located on the front side on this engine, otherwise I'd have to resort to what you did here. I also had to sit on top of the engine while contorting like a circus person to do this.

[@mrfixit4211]

Interesting design, right. Thank goodness it only need service every 100K.

[@seunayo327]

Hi

[@giegiofoncho]

Nice video

[@federicosagun4615]

I strongly suggest to degrease and clean your engine bay before you do this..

[@yurypshenov5646]

Thanks very helpful

[@jamesmonroe2525]

WTF???? Hope that the clips hold together?? No, blow the dust and debris off the motor, plug holes and clips, then soak the plastic clips with silicone spray, let sit overnight so they do not break!

[@mrfixit4211]

This vehicle returned for it's 200K service and there was no issue with the clips. The owner didn't want to pay to have them replaced.

[@njnievesp2]

So sad if the motor looks that way imagine the house they live in

[@kelisurfs247]

Pretty short video!

[@ChezzOnBass]

What a pain in the ass...I am looking at a highlander today too but may consider a different vehicle

[@mrfixit4211]

Highlanders are solid vehicles. Just need to complete this task about every 100K.

[@condor5635]

@@mrfixit4211 yeh to not consider a Highlander because of this one difficult but doable task would be extremely short sighted

[@mrfixit4211]

This and the oil cooler is the got ya on this V6 model. Atleast Toyota has a metal tube update to replace the rubber lines. Otherwise, a great vehicle if you do regular maintence.

[@stoneyj1a1]

wow, so much dust on the engine

[@tenzackyogi1742]

Manifold surrounded by too much pipes ,wire connectors and hidden nuts and bolts. Pain in the butts.

[@mrfixit4211]

It is, but only need to do it every 100K miles.

[@aircraftdoc9478]

Sweet Jesus, no bro. Take off the wipers, cowling, and tray move it to the driver’s side. You’re done in 30-45 minutes. There’s a 3 minute video on YT.

[@awesomenolan234]

Aircraft Doc can you provide the link?

[@aircraftdoc9478]

Not sure if you still need it, but type into search “faster method to change spark plugs on Lexus RS 350” shows a tan Lexus. Good luck

[@jerodtier3269]

@@awesomenolan234 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqu4eKSQjqd5mJY

[@pardesi_life]

Please provide the link .. it doesn't take three minutes ... removing the 12 mm is still a problem after that too 😂.. and if the wiper arm is stuck then you just have to do it this way

[@pojdiavaj1422]

All transverse v6 engine is a nightmare. Why carmakers engineer can’t KISS. Thank goodness EV has not spark plug and etc

[@XxAtomic646xX]

J30 in accords aren't bad. 20min job

[@thebluepizzabite5027]

its 2008 not 2010

[@ovo2940]

All this work just to change spark plugs... Not cool Toyota

[@yodead369]

Dude it's like every hundred thousand miles and most of them will last even longer than that. This isn't no GM where you replace them over 30,000 MI. Lol also don't get the cheap ass spark plugs and you won't have to get back in there again.

[@hokie9910]

I have 150k on my plugs on a Lexus and the car runs perfect. I had an Ls400 one time that I purchased with 65k miles, drove it to 300k within 4 years, gave it my parents. One day they were having a misfire under load, took to our mechanic and he comes out and his eyes were wide open and said these are the original plugs. My dad said how do you know, he said they are written in Japanese.

[@erwinmelgar9575]

We're here to see how you removed the most difficult rear bolt and it was skipped.... poor video...

[@mrfixit4211]

Sorry, the video does not show the second bolt that is located deep behind the fire wall. Most people will spend the time to remove the wiper assembly and drainage assembly to gain access.

[@pardesi_life]

Did you find a video which shows the removal of that bolt. Or you eventually did it by removing the cowl

[@JoeSmith-pp6vi]

Why are you making this video and hide the most important steps? Thumbs down for you.

[@mrfixit4211]

If you can remove the manifold, which is the most time consuming part, the rest is pretty easy.

[@douchebag7351]

toyota is trash cars....I am not sure why people think they are great cars. 80% of them have paint issues and almost all their 6cyl are hard to work on.

[@mrfixit4211]

Yes, I would have to agree that the V6 are hard to work on for just general maintenance, but it seems like most vehicles have these issues.

[@douchebag7351]

@@mrfixit4211 its just their V6...its also their I6. Look how retarded it is to remove an oil fliter on an IS300. BMW have issues using plasics on their I6 but at least its ez to work on.

[@mrfixit4211]

@@douchebag7351 True. I generally only would purchase their 4 cylinder vehicles .. did a water pump on a 3.5 and book said engine removal was required.. crazy..

[@condor5635]

Douche Bag picked an appropriate name. Toyotas rock

[@pardesi_life]

Yeah I bought an Avalon ... I don't know why people say they are reliable.. they are full of issues and engine problems... People on the Internet misguided people like me 😂 I came from a Honda it was reliable and so easy to work on

[@baihum8861]

Stupid designed spark plugs why made it so hard

[@1999Subaru]

Is it still a 12mm on a 2015 highlander?