⭐ 2012 Ford F-150 Pickup - 3.5 - VVT Solenoid A - Right Valve Cover Gasket Replacement

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[@JeremyHamaker]

The most Real engine repair video I've seen! Shows every step and every clip instead of just waving your hands and having half the wiring and tubing disappear from the engine like other videos. Also shows how these clips and bolts aren't as easy and "one try" as all those other videos make it out to be. And how sometimes it takes a second or a fifth kind of tool (and a little cursing at the engineers) to finally get something to come free. Thanks for this video.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

LOL, THANK YOU Jeremy!

[@kbron3250]

Thanks guys. I just replaced the passenger side VC purchased on Rock Auto for my 2012 Ecoboost with 313K. Not leaking anymore oil! I could not have completed the task without your video and detailed step by step instructions.

[@carnelclarke6856]

This was so informative and helpful that I watched it at least twice so that I was able to change the cylinder head gasket on my 2015 F130 ecoboost successfully. Thank you very much. In fact the Repair shop (will not mention a name) diagnosed the problem as a leaking cylinder head gasket, but when I took off the engine cover, I discovered it was the brake vacuum pump at the rear of the engine that was leaking. I can just imagine how much more I would have to spend to get that repair, in addition to the misdiagnosed cylinder head gasket. Keep up the good work.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Appreciate that!!

[@slimdot7031]

Awesome video. I also way a 2012 F150 Ecoboost and it has a P0016, called a mechanic and he told me to try replacing these solenoids and sensors first before going to the timing chain.

[@mrbudahsm0ke]

thanks guys you gave me the confidence to do this job myself, i hope this fixes my truck so far im up to 500 in parts and the dealer quoted me 1800 to the same job.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

$1800 for doing the same thing we did is A LOT!!!

[@ashleyevans9363]

Awsome video thanks for the step by step. I wish you woild have washed down the engine before start. I was feaking thinking pine straw or dirt was gonna fall in there.

[@stg3001]

Thanks!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

WOW, THANKS!

[@jeremyfahrni529]

Good stuff! Showed me the correct orientation for the seals on my 3.5 N/A. Although the Socket diameter is probably different for the N/A, I ended up using the tool from Advance.

[@mikeleschber33]

Great video! You explained the entire process easy to understand. Thanks!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Glad it was helpful, and we appreciate that Mike!

[@bostonbillyduchaney5655]

Billy Bob Thanks for your help. You are the man. You got that wobble extention. You 2 guys are awesome and have saved me several times with this 3 5 Ecoboost. Appriciate All That You Guys Do. Hey Big Boss Man. BILLY Bob Needs A Company Vehicle 2 Weeks Vacation and A Serious Bump In Pay. He Deserves it. Thanks Again Fellas

[@titaniumman_22]

Thanks guys, doing mine on Monday and I definitely learned a bit watching ya!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks, and let us know how it went!

[@Catch4]

You guys saved me a lot of money. Thanks so much!!!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Great to hear!

[@malelibrarian]

Great video! Excellent step by step video.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks Chris!

[@EdgeofEternityBillCameron]

Yes I can dig it!!!! Nice job showing how to do this... Thank you!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

No problem, and thank you for the compliment!

[@jonganzer7478]

As entertaining as it is informational! :o) Great details and explanations for folks who might not be as experienced. My only suggestion would depend on if you have compressed air nearby - would it make sense to blow all the dirt off the cover and surrounding area before removing it? Thanks for taking time to record/edit/produce and share!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

You can do that if you like, but it's not going to make any difference.

[@alexsoto8790]

Great help thanks very much it was very very helpful and entertaining again thanks 👍

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@tonytafoya2190]

did you use any silicone around the valve cover gasket? some people say there is a specialy place to put silicone to prevent a leak? let me know what you think thanks

[@MichaelM-gr8nx]

Great video , they sure make it hard for you to work on them.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks!! Yes they do

[@stevenswanson8792]

Great job, fun to watch.

[@theDevilsEnemy]

Awesome tutorial. Thank you

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Glad it was helpful!

[@zunar_j5_933]

Good video! What a PITA.

[@OZICCA]

Very nice video guys thanks.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thank you too!

[@aaronmason9198]

Awesome and helpful video! Thanks

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Appreciate that Aaron!

[@GECKO032]

Great video , nicely explained I feel like I can change my valve cover gasket

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks!

[@samueladams2649]

Haven't commented in a while but still watch everything you do, Billy Bob 100% better job that you are doing my hats off to you my brother... Ps. Tim, stop whining. 🤣

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

LOL, Hey Alonzo. How have you been?

[@samueladams2649]

I've been I guess okay had a little stomach issue had to be rushed to the emergency room but I'm fine now...🤒

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Glad to have you back buddy. Hope you're feeling better

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[@jrbagtas1]

you guys are great!!

[@heller_guy7060]

Ran across this video looking to see if u have done timing chains and phasers on one....great video timmy!!!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks Chris! Do you need it for the 3.5?

[@heller_guy7060]

@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos yeah, working on one right now, just wanted to watch along. I've only done one other one. About to go back together with it now though. I'm putting the timing chains back on after lunch.

[@jstav9100]

good video, great teamwork! I need to change my valve cover gasket, this helps a ton.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Great, glad we could help.

[@RafaelRios-n2i]

will this process also work on a 2013 f150 ecoboost

[@jaredyoung583]

Do you guys have part numbers for the gaskets and VVT solenoid? Also best repair video out there, you guys are awesome!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks, the part number for the valve cover gasket is Mahle VS50683, for the VVT solenoid it was Spectra Premium VTS1074. Please make sure these fit your vehicle because there are different options.

[@lunkerdunkerbaits4064]

Great video! Rock stars! Thank you guys!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidrollins5047]

Dry good video. I just had valve cover replaced charging 1k now being told ignition coil bad;truck was running good before the valve replacement. What’s up?

[@mrellis3637]

Great work Tim u and Billy bob

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Hey Benny, THANKS!

[@boudaneater]

That cold start rattle is from the cam phasers and timing chain being worn out. Pretty common on 3.5 engines.

[@cheizaguirre5494]

I have a 2014 3.5 with 112,000 k. can i replace the VVT even tho nothing wrong with them just I’m going to replace the valve gasket i figure might as well since it’s already have it open?

[@jaandel1]

Did you need silicone or similar under valve cover or just the gasket is enough to seal it properly also there are 2 grounds there if there any issue later on... risk to de-program

[@trentde7]

Hey guys, Thanks for this. I was looking for where the cam sensor was on the passenger side of the 2012 and looks like that is what you unplugged just before taking off the valve cover. Is it possible to replace that cam sensor without pulling the valve cover?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Yes, and thanks for the compliment!

[@sgreen9336]

This was great! Thanks, my 2011 F150 needs this. How long would it take to replace all 4 solenoids?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks, not sure we haven't done all 4.

[@theobserver9565]

My 2016 3.5 ecoboost VVT seals are leaking. Can you replace them without removing the valve cover?

[@bcb1117]

Great job on the video. I actually saw everything you were doing. How much different to do the same job on a 2011 Taurus Sho 3.5 TC? I want to do both sides complete.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks!! Sorry, not sure.

[@rowlandreddick2664]

😊cool, kerosene help thru out engine reasoning i use, turbo oil feed line filter is my worry thou😊

[@adamjones3936]

I have a catalytic converter code but I tested the exhaust temp and my cat isn’t bad. I heard that the P045a code could be throwing that one as well. Have you seen that before? Trying to figure out why it’s throwing that code as well. The exhaust coming out the cat towards the rear of the truck is hotter which means it’s good.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

What is the exact code, and do you have any other codes with it?

[@africa.fs.0719]

Great video! Can I also do the gas cleaning trick in an 08 Odyssey engine? Can I put the drained out oily gas in the gas tank and won't have no issues later, or simply just throw away the drained gas?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

HECK NO don't use that gas, LOL! But I am curious now to see what it does!

[@africa.fs.0719]

@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos LoL, I thought the oil in the gas would help lubricate the fuel pump and injectors, I see that's a bad idea now 😀!

[@stoneypat2]

You guys are great! It is refreshing that y’all show the entire job-problems and all.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

@@stoneypat2 THANKS!

[@adamjones3936]

Did you wait until you were finished with the job to drain the gas out? Or did you let it sit 15 min and then drain it out. Tying to figure out how long to let the gas sit in there. Thanks

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Waited to the end.

[@regsmite4193]

My question is are both those solenoid the same part? I have to do this to my truck and want to go ahead and replace both solenoids but I'm not sure if they are the exact same part

[@nathanielnunya5305]

No they are not. One is intake other is exhaust

[@carlosvazquez4842]

I need to replace both solenoids on bank 2. Are they the same part numbers as bank 1?

[@phillipsjames2244]

Are yall in rocky mount NC. I have a '14 explorer 3.5 eco boost that keeps throwing codes for these solenoids, p0020, p0022 and local shop doesnt know what to do.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Yes we are

[@marykenehan1667]

@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos where is the cam shalf sensor bank 2 and bank 1 in a 2012 v6 3.5 Litre eco buster so we need to see where cam shalf sensors go bank 1 and bank 2 thanks

[@discomicrowave]

Where are y’all located?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Rocky Mount, NC

[@fire7765]

Great job, thx for sharing.

[@spiridondimaris465]

Ok billy bob you laurning from the best there you go thumps up

[@talvindermohein6125]

What is the sempton Of bad vvt soilnoid ? Like why did you changed ? And how much for Vvt soilnoid you bought ? Thanks

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Here is why we changed it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qILZgJtqibOqY8U

[@patrickwilmington5180]

I did NOT hear the noise that it was making in this video but I have a 2013 EcoBoost been doing it since purchasing 6 mths ago at cold starts but last 4 seconds. Now its louder and engine light is on. I have multiple codes. One says it is the VCT Sensor (P0012 CODE). Is there any way to know if this will fix the noise on the cold startups or is it my timing chain and phasers?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

It's possible, but you may have to remove the oil pan (if there is a lot of carbon like in this video), and replace the oil pump if it does NOT work.

[@curlz7587]

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[@royjrguerrero3350]

Would this solve a code p0024 on a 2012 ford f150 3.5 ecoboost ?

[@michaelmcfadden2582]

I have a question maybe you can help. I have a 2014 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5 ecoboost 4wd at startup the truck rattles then 1-2 seconds the noise goes away and the truck runs fine. Do my vehicle has cam phasers or sprockets from what I was told this year truck has sprockets and the the sprockets dont go bad.. I'm confuse I end up changing out the timing belt tensioner, timing chain, and guides the truck ran good for 2 days with no start up rattle.The 3rd day when I started my vehicle I notice that the rattle was back. Is there a certain oil type and filter recommemded for my truck. What else should I look at when it comes to this noise?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

You might want to check that the timing chain tensioner is not going bad.

[@diyguy6962]

hey brother,i have a question,is this the same with 2015 f150 3.5 ecoboost,coz i had the same problem?,thanks!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

It's very possible they are the same.

[@diyguy6962]

thank you

[@trebormx50]

Why didn't you change the other solenoid

[@coryforquer2898]

How do I do driver side with dipstick inside it?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

You may have to unbolt or remove the dipstick.

[@repairvehicle]

One neglected engine. Oil carbon build on parts and valve cover keeps mechanics in business. You will never see mechanic working on clean engine, why? Because maintenance was done on time.

[@robertdavis6113]

you should of put the new seals in after spraying it with all those chemicals

[@adamjones3936]

I have a po54A code on my 2012 f150 which says “cold start B camshaft position timing over advanced bank 1”... does this code mean I need to replace the vvt stolenoid?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

You should check the connector and wiring first, and then the oil MUST be clean, as in oil changes kept up.

[@adamjones3936]

Thanks! How would I check the wiring and connection?

[@jaayjr2516]

I have the same code & a mechanic told me this was the problem & another mechanic told me it was camshaft position sensor &another say chain is stretched (2009,000miles2014f150eco)was company truck oil changes always on time. Please reply thank you sir

[@Iseekoutthetruth]

its on the list. I would have replaced both of them if it was my truck, but its on the list so no worries MATE!!

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

You know bat, this vvt stuff is on a lot of cars, and it is so stupid!!! I'm with you on this one, IT'S ON THE LIST!

[@malikothman5381]

Thanks for the video ,I have a question .. My 2011 F-150 with 3.5 when cold makes the same timing chain noise at startup for one second then then smoothe out but every time it makes this noise the check engine light comes on with p0012 and p0014 but I delete them ,, Do you think if I replace these two sensors it would fix the random chain noise at start up ? Most of the time when I start the truck I hear no noise and it drives perfect it’s only when I hear the noise immediately after the light comes on and it drives rough

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

First, you have to clean the engine, like I showed in the video. But, it's a good idea to leave it in overnight. I can't stress this enough...MAKE SURE NOT TO START THE ENGINE WITH THE GAS IN IT, YOU MUST DRAIN IT FIRST AND ADD NEW OIL TO IT FIRST. Second, make sure to get a very good oil filter, specially one with an anti back-up valve. Then, get really good oil. Try that, if that doesn't work, damage could have already been done and the timing chain tensioner is damaged.

[@malikothman5381]

Astral Auto Repairs I’ll do that thanks

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Let us know how it turns out.

[@malikothman5381]

Astral Auto Repairs I will for sure

[@malikothman5381]

Astral Auto Repairs I forgot to ask ,, Do you think the CELis what triggers the chain rattle at start or is it the rattle that triggers the CEL

[@vegavega93]

I have a question if you can help me let me know please..why is my valve cover stuck on the engine it won't come out easy i took off all the bolts and its super tight do you know what it could be?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

If ALL the bolts are out, try using a screwdriver. It might be just stuck.

[@vegavega93]

@@OnlineAutoRepairVideos thank you and great video 👍

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks!

[@nelsonmendez7893]

Mr Tim. Don't plain gasoline mess up your engine. When you use it for flushing????

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

The one important thing that I stressed in this video, is to NOT start the car. This procedure is intended to remove the sludge built up on the pickup screen, and in the oil pan, and by doing so, you allow the proper amount of oil to circulate in the engine, again, DO NOT START THE VEHICLE!!!!

[@62ejo]

Tim all that tooo get tooo wow nice finish....

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

You know Ed, I had no idea it was that intense to take that cover off!

[@ManicMechanic007]

For the extra, I would definitely have changed out the other solenoid while you guys were in there. It would have been so economical.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

ME TOO!!!!

[@regularguyfixes3142]

Ying yang In this thang....

[@justinwurster6968]

What is the proper torque specs on the valve cover bolts?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

You can do a Google search and find it.

[@franciscoparada3332]

One of the guys is from Brooklyn and the other guy is from 3rd Ward Houston 🤔

[@ziggyperez2372]

Too much work for me learn something new clean out the engine gasoline Tim you are good 👍👍👍

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Thanks Ziggy, JUST DON'T START THE CAR, or you will be in a world of trouble, LOL!!!

[@alm7707]

Those useless locking pull out tabs. Did the designers think that the one click in tab wasn't enough or did they just want to drive mechanics crazy?

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

I KNOW, RIGHT, LOL!!!

[@cody6]

Security Global!? Haha

[@conor8321]

Well behaved party line but all you Christmas tree clips gotta go!

[@MrNgophuc]

Dealer ask me change cam phaser for $3,400 mfk

[@victorvillasana3409]

Manufacturers are telling customers to change their oil every year or 15-20 thousand miles. Transmission oil is lifetime they say. Don’t do this people! 3-5 thousand is good enough depending on how hard you drive your car.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

15-20 thousands miles is WAAAAYYYY to many miles, even if you use synthetic it's too much.

[@evenhand7743]

Man that truck is held together with plastic clips.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Plastic clips, plastic parts, man these cars are not made the way they use to!

[@Jc-he2fi]

🤦🏻‍♂️

[@Jc-he2fi]

What hospital did y’all steal them gloves from 😂

[@JREACHER1954]

I would say One but somebody was a no show so it must be Two.

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

LOL!

[@spiridondimaris465]

Ahh ok tim billy bob vacation is over whats up ok give a break to sylvia haha very nice jop

[@Azjrod]

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