2AZ-FE/Camry engine tear down and inspection

2az-fe engine rebuild
• 07 Toyota Camry engine...

[@marksupinski460]

You saved my bacon, buddy!! I was about 2 seconds from pulling out the drill when i found your tip on pounding in a 10MM hex. Worked like a charm! 😎

[@garyg9484]

The way this old ASE would go.thanks for the video.

[@Tr1Hard777]

I'm amazed that mechanics can put it all back together when everything is in a pile. I remember a guy took apart 2 transmissions and put all the parts in the same pile and put them back together perfectly.

[@greenqueenart]

I think it is great you are rebuilding the engine yourself. I wish more mechanics were open to it. Here in San Diego they are like mad doctors and all they want to do is throw in a new engine so they can stiff you for half parts, half labor. Thank you!

[@marksupinski460]

Keep up the good work!

[@davidhahn8583]

thank you for taking the time to make this video. I learned a lot.

[@BrucifyMe]

Excellent video. I have an 03 Camry that I've taken all up and down the east coast US. This video helped me learn what makes up my engine inside and out. I'm tryna keep her going past 250k (currently at 183k).

[@partsshooter]

All the engines I've had to replace was only due to oil consumption or... Improper oil change [like forgetting to add oil]. Otherwise, with normal tight oil change interval, they'll run forever! Oils are far superior than what they were before! 4-5k Miles interval oil changes, car would run forever!

[@tomchen8636]

I just sent my 03 Camry (2az-fe engine) to Toyota dealer for diagnostic due to misfire with random code P0300, 0301,0302,0303, 0304; engine light on/off. Even though after replacing all brand-new Toyota genuine parts (such as 4 injectors, 4 ignition coils, 4 sparkplugs, TP filter, PCV). Cleaning TP, cleaning MAF, checking all vacuum with no leaks, Tech said (copy&paste): “Vehicle will need engine head bolts are pulling threads out of block, coolant leak noted on back of engine head,”. It costs $5k-6k for engine rebuild. Since I bought brand new Camry 2003, I always keep schedule maintenance (oil change at 3-4k miles, flushing coolant, brake/power steering fluid (20k miles), washing car often (and pressure washed underneath too). It has currently 258,808 miles.... The conditions are NOW still in good, and all systems are functioning (starting, charging, A/C, suspension, etc.) . The engine compartment is clean, no oil leaks. The car looks like brand new (good paint/no rust), runs quiet/smooth. I love my Camry and don’t want to give it away but keep and fix it. Any ideal is appreciated. Good luck for your Camry!

[@ChanatorTDraven]

You did the right thing rebuilt. A used motor is like guessing game due Toyota was having issues on the motor thread bolts being stripped out and stuff like that. Plus are you putting all new parts in. I feel better being rebuilt if that’s my car. A wonderful job tearing the engine apart and very well explained detail. I’m working on my 2003 Camry LE also too. You just got a subscriber. Can’t wait to see you putting all parts back. Have a wonderful and safe everyday. 👏👏👏👏✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@halpayne612]

This mechanic is very good at explaining what he's doing.VERY IMPRESSIVE.

[@cliffweinan3907]

Great job and courage to step up to the job ! If you like the car, it is well worth it as you are now solving all of the known engine problems. As you point out, durable old engines use less plastic parts. ODB2 is less complicated.

[@1234Scott]

Very helpful video. Good job!

[@boonhee8972]

I like your channel Mike..

[@-burak.k-2029]

very good video!

[@wilfredorivera6549]

🤔it was a great teaching video💯

[@victorjudice7344]

Word of advice, change all the rods and pistons. Trust me, you won't be sorry. I did mechanic work for 35 years and had customers go through this.

[@OrlyTyraSagun]

Wow.. Very nice!

[@davidgesswin1536]

Good job I think if I had the place I would do the same my engine seized 3days before a hospital operation that lasted 6 hrs.i can't make up my mind for a used engine you still have to check the internals to be safe.

[@MrBlueviper7]

Do you have a link to the new pistons you used? I am doing this as well.

[@wagonkit]

Fantastic video. If I understand the oil burning problem correct, as long as you change the oil as soon as it looks dirty, and use synthetic keeping everything clean, theoretically you shouldn't have the oil burning problem since the rings don't get gunked up

[@partsshooter]

Yes..however, the new pistons seemingly have larger holes around the oil rings it seemed, so oil can drain better and not bake themselves closed. Allowing more room for error [oil change interval wise]

[@yukonstriker1703]

LOL wish it was that simple. You the original owner?

[@ciscokid9232]

I have a 2009 5 speed camry with the oil consumption problem. I'm heavily considering having the engine rebuilt, with upgraded components of course. I would feel better knowing the engine is 100% rebuilt than just throwing in a different engine with who knows what problems.

[@partsshooter]

Interesting... Be mindful of convenience, a remanufactured engine offers you 3yr warrenty. Rebuilding may not be so generous😂, however... Doing it yourself will save you $2.5k though. Decisions...decision...

[@emmvee1678]

I have same car. I have 140k on it, it's using around 1/2 qt in 3k miles so far. Can you tell me what yours is at? Thanks. (Not rebuilt)

[@donramz]

@@emmvee1678 sorry for the late reply, but I'm around 180k . I haven't kept track of the mileage, but my oil light starts flashing about a month after topping it off....

[@victornzube9844]

How can someone inspect/diagnise a good crankshaft

[@moveitback1]

in the process now

[@nampam3945]

I have been trying to find a video that shows the oil squirters on the later 2AZ-FE engines. At 23:16 you can see the oil squirters. Now, if you google image search "oil squirters" all you get is bulk porno.

[@darksword1]

I have a 2azfe on a Toyota rav4 2006 with 190K miles. The car runs fine but the engine burns 1 qt of oil every 450 miles. Do you think it's worth it to rebuild it? Who do I go to have it done? Where are you located?

[@George-ok3dx]

On the 2.4 Camry engine 2005 my car how do you tell the year of the engine if you buy a used one if you can answer be grateful keep making Toyota videos there very helpful and keep pumping that IRON.

[@partsshooter]

Hey there, hopefully this little info helps... There should be an engine code located on the block somewhere which specify the engine family. You should then be able to take that info and search further with a trusted search engine. Also, there should be a VIN tag, if I recall it's around the bell housing of this engine. There should be a site that can decode that VIN and help with narrowing down where it came from. I just googled a "Toyota VIN decoder" and multiple sites came up, try your own car and see if it matches! (im assuming you don't have identifix here) I'll try to keep at it 😂 I'm getting old! Muscles don't work like they did 10yrs ago

[@jayvalentin018]

You gotta IG or something I could hit you up on I gotta couple questions. Replacing my old engine that had rod knock and it’s my first time

[@ruthlessinu626]

This area may be the issue in my 2azfe engine. It is seized. The crankshaft will not rotate after I removed all the timing components (camshafts, chains, etc). Won’t rotate as in it won’t budge.

[@partsshooter]

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[@partsshooter]

I have a video freeing up this locked up engine

[@jamesk.hallman4450]

Well a 07 fit an02 Camry

[@maanhafiz4964]

Hey man that was a great educational video. I really wanna know how much cost you to rebuild that engine from scratch?

[@Mybwain]

Usually 3-5 grand according to S kilmer

[@dw2843]

@@Mybwain Thats including labor

[@wayneleis6878]

This 2AZ-FE engine did this not also have problems with head bolt threads stripping threads inside the block? Thanks for your reply, I appreciate it.

[@partsshooter]

That can happen with any motor, this engine had deep thread patterns

[@wayneleis6878]

@@partsshooter Thanks for your response

[@yukonstriker1703]

Known issue with the 2AZ-FE block

[@juanrivas5250]

How easy it is to disassemble an engine and start throwing pieces that anyone does, the good thing would be to see how you assemble it again. correctly and make it work again

[@1234Scott]

Reverse the order Or watch the video backwards if that helps.

[@ariley7202]

Really, it's so easy to take down, but labelling parts & bolts would make reassembling so much easier after a weekend.

[@tuyenn10]

hey name is Tom Nguyen, I needed a 2007 toyota camry L4 engine rebuilt too, how can I bring it to you for your work. thanks Tom

[@partsshooter]

Hey there... This isn't for buisness advertising, simply to help others. Thanks for comment

[@tuyenn10]

@@partsshooter how can I deliver the car to you for your work. thanks Tom

[@stanleyrucci21]

I wish I could just drop my car off to you and pay you to fix it! This is way beyond my ability, and I have a car I need to keep for sentimental reasons!

[@Highwayvillian.]

Can a remanufactured stock motor hold 350hp for a year?

[@partsshooter]

😆 not this engine, you'll smash ringlands and have blowby after a few hits, however... A good tune and Methanol injection can help keep things cool in the combustion chamber. It'll help you prolong the life.

[@Highwayvillian.]

@@partsshooter would an awd rav4 transmission from the same year as the Camry fit? Trying to do an awd Camry

[@partsshooter]

@@Highwayvillian. hey there, if it's the same engine, yes

[@partsshooter]

@@Highwayvillian. it'll require modification. Im considering subframe/rack and pinion placement

[@miguelphanor7916]

No! Just rebuild you'll more safe.

[@tomchen8636]

I have a question if anyone out there can help me regarding Toyota 2az-fe engine issue (from Camry 2003, LE-4, AT). I sent my car to Toyota dealer for diagnostics due to misfire with random codes: P0300, 0301,0302,0303, 0304; engine light on/off. Even though after replacing all brand-new Toyota genuine parts (such as 4 injectors, 4 ignition coils, 4 sparkplugs, TP filter, PCV). Cleaning TP, cleaning MAF, checking all vacuum with no leaks, Tech said (copy&paste): “Vehicle will need engine head bolts are pulling threads out of block, coolant leak noted on back of engine head,”. It costs $5k-6k for engine rebuild. My camry 03 has 257000 miles. The car is NOW still in good, and all systems are functioning (starting, charging, A/C, suspension, etc.). The car looks like brand new (good /shine paint/no rust), runs quiet/smooth. I don’t want to give away but keep and fix it. Any ideal is appreciated. Thanks in advance.

[@partsshooter]

Simply put a motor in it... You already convinced yourself to keeping it lol

[@tomchen8636]

@@partsshooter thanks for response, I will.

[@vincentwhite3169]

You should have more confidence in your professional opinion

[@tonyphil7831]

Watching this disassembly method hurt me to watch

[@xandecampos2557]

You might have done a good job but I don’t like to see the way you work!

[@applepoop10]

Shitty engine, doesn’t even have VVTL-I like the Celica GT-S or the Corolla XRS