1ZZ-FE 1.8L Timing Chain Replacement How To - For Toyota Matrix, Toyota Corolla, and Pontiac Vibe

[@fireyourrocketts]

I believe I may have it now, still want to take pictures to the dealer to a mechanic because I have questions and doubts; by watching your helpful video and reading the manual it is to understand the manual states the sprockets are to be held at 12 o clock, well, they hold close but even in this video you can see the VVTI is not at 12 o clock; I got to the point were everything was aligned as close as could be but not "perfectly" aligned, like I mentioned before with the chain marks aligned with the sprockets these sit close to 12 o clock but not exactly at 12 o clock, that gives me the TDC marks parallel on top but slightly above the timing cover line, not exactly at the line like the manual states, I have not torqued to specs yet or installed the covers until can confirm it will be right; this have been proved to be a nightmare for me!! Thanks again for the video, it really helps.

[@unclebs4732]

My 300k Corolla made a noise when started for about 1 second. Changed the adjusted and still made nose. No problem, I'll change the chain and gears. After taking the engine apart, I noticed how the VVT moved with ease. There was a rattling noise in the VVT and it moved very easy. Took it apart and one ear of the rotor was BROKEN off! This job is a lot more involved in the car and with two people doing the job it goes much faster and yes you will need help without special tools.

[@samueleaprile9487]

Did the noise remind you of a tractor? I have the same issue on my corolla, and this happen often when I do a coldstart

[@user-zd3ns6wx7y]

I enjoyed this. It’s the engine I have and have been wanting to learn more about it. Not at all confident I could do this by myself yet.

[@ChadWilliamsFixesAll]

Maybe have someone help you so you can learn hands on. It really isn’t too hard, just a little tight if still in the car.

[@Benefits-ix9jy]

@@ChadWilliamsFixesAll did not find the cams holding tool . can you give me the link

[@JamesMcNamara-j1g]

Very well done! This is also a great How To on how to do How To videos! No distracting music, or BS.

[@ChaddyMack]

I'm just learning about cars. This was good insite on the purpose of the timing chain. Finnaly I see a video of someone taking off different parts from the belt. I wanna be able to identify the water pump and all the different things that the serpentine belt goes around with out having to look at a diagram haha. Thanks

[@Antares191YT]

Hey guys. Thanks a lot for the quality content. I am enjoying the matrix rebuild series. If you allow me to make a suggestion, I would suggest using a microphone when you record (I am assuming that you dont) because your voice is not very clear in the videos especially inside the garage. Cheers!

[@ChadWilliamsFixesAll]

Thanks man! I love critique too! We do have a mic, but we got lazy on this one because we were so close to the camera. We should bust it back out though. Thanks again! :)

[@marthab4172]

@@ChadWilliamsFixesAll how many miles were on that engine? Thanks

[@David.lovesU]

6:00 is exactly the part I was looking for.thank you❤

[@fahhad17]

for that timing chain tensioner you dont need to hit with screwdriver, all you need turn engine with ratchet , AMAZING VIDEO, thank you

[@edwardoperez1663]

Hello, I just need to know where do you turn the crankshaft to release the chain tensioner? Is it clockwise or counter clockwise? Thank you and much appreciated.

[@fahhad17]

@@edwardoperez1663 counter . Just little bit , you will hear a click noise when it release

[@osmarhernandez8372]

also work clockwise i done a lot of times. just hear the click.

[@dustintaylor2083]

How likely is damage if the chain got so loose it won't start?

[@markh.6687]

Very helpful to see some of this work, as my 2003 engine might have to be done by a mechanic. (No garage, never did a job like this, just had back luck changing the VVT solenoid, so I'm not about to even think about doing this kind of work.)

[@AimForTheBushes908]

Super helpful information and quality video. You guys made it relaxing and therapeutic (I would have been cussing out the car). You guys wouldn't happen to have a separate video on how to remove the engine out of the car would you? That's the only way i would even consider this doing this job myself lol.

[@itsnotfunny8257]

you don't need to pull the motor out mate, just put a jack under the sump and get to it.

[@MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970]

I'm doing this job right now on my 2005 Pontiac Vibe. Thanks for the video.

[@cal48koho]

Great video. My question is why replace the timing chain? Did you measure stretch? If so how? I replaced the chain on a 80's MB diesel because it had obvious stretch which can me measured. I am thinking if the 150K motor had good oil changes, the chain might be just fine? I replaced the timing chain on a 300K 1zzfe just because it had 300K but I think it was still functional and didn't need replacement.

[@gabewalker7604]

What’s more important the dual dots where you aligned the two yellow parts on the chain or the red marks? It looks like your red dots are off one tooth?

[@LloydMorgan-l8w]

Wow I'm trying to do a head job but I'm not sure now but you gave me an idea of what to expect for this job

[@franceuxleseuf5928]

is it at all possible to take off the cylinder head off the 1zzfe without removing the timing chain cover?

[@victorrosario4109]

Just purchased a red and black leather interior 2005 corolla s with 200 k miles and runs like new. I want to learn about the engine. Great video. When should I replace the timing chain?

[@toufikait8960]

Hats off !! guys. I never went so deep (replacing a metal timing belt) in mechanic, so I'm surprised how come there's no seal or gasket between the cover an and the engine block when you re-assembling.

[@chiggynoodlesoup2037]

You do need RTV sealant between the cover and the engine. They didn't apply it on camera because they have to take the cover off again later and don't want to seal it twice.

[@limamantapachitas]

@@chiggynoodlesoup2037 Ok that's why I thought, thanks for making it clear

[@fernandohood5542]

Can you tell if the chain is stretched by observing marks?

[@ChadWilliamsFixesAll]

I know I couldn't, but there may be some specifications out there you could measure against.

[@pecosimplu7070]

can this be done without pulling the engine out? i would use a wooden rod to hammer off that cover thanks

[@buddymullins4477]

Hey I have all of the torque specs for doing this change but I can't find specs for the exhaust gear

[@zackwis8958]

Hey video helped a ton. Just wish you showed putting a steering pump on there. I can't get the pump back on. Edit: got it on just a pain while the engine is still in the car.

[@BillyBobBigFoot]

For those that don’t know, use the power steering bolt and nut to hammer the power steering bushings on the timing cover. Do this by putting the bolt back in the hole with the nut in (reverse) between the two holes. Get a hammer and hit it until the bushing goes inside. Then the power steering pump should go back in easily

[@donaldhiggs2075]

I've got 340,000miles on my 1zz-fe vibe motor and haven't done the timing chain yet but it's on the list for this summer. Just did the valve cover gasket today. It was leaking oil. But the car still goes 8k miles between oil changes before I need to add any oil.

[@thomasjones1369]

Wow, thats amazing. My corolla goes about 600 miles before its burned a whole quart 😔

[@roshi98]

Are you sure it's not just the timing chain tensioner that needs replacement?

[@AnimalFacts21-z9m]

Good afternoon your information is very helpful but would like to know the torque for the camshaft hold down bolt

[@richardlewis6147]

Great morning love your videos

[@testtesting2868]

Why didn't you mark and align the cams / crank before removing the chain?

[@lum4r]

You don't know if they're properly aligned in the first place, the chain could have skipped a tooth. Lining it up from TDC is safer and easier in this case, marking the positions only makes sense if you're reusing the chain.

[@roogermoore1]

Thanks for putting that up. I’ll never try it but it makes me understand why it’s such an expensive job

[@JamesMcNamara-j1g]

It’s all doable if you are willing to invent some cuss words while you figure out the details.

[@mylespavel4159]

Actually as a young automotive engineer i get well prepared to de working on timing and i am seriously looking forward to working as a mechanical engineer

[@torew01]

Tip: Leave a nut or screw in when you tap them off, to keep parts from pounding to the floor.

[@TheRainayan]

First of Thank you for video and I am planning to change timing chain tensioner . I have question for you! Can just swap the timing chain tensioner ? I saw in other youtube video they just swap it but in this video you guys tap or press down from the top of

[@elvisroye556]

Do you have to remove the engine to replace the timing chain or can it be done relatively easily while still installed in the car?

[@ChadWilliamsFixesAll]

You do not have to remove the engine to replace the timing chain. I have done it many times within the vehicle and it isn't too difficult.

[@jamesstuart3346]

Excellent video! 😊

[@urbanmoto9736]

I hope you can help me. I took my 2007 camry 2az-fe to the dealer for a loud noise in the engine. I knew it was the cam phaser. They went in and replaced the timing chain and cam phaser. When I got it back there was a loud low frequency noise as if there is a hole in the muffler and alot of vibration. After watching these videos, I have come to the concusion that the tensioner may not have been deployed and or the chain guides are misaligned or chewed up. The parts book describes the one on the left side as damper chain vibration. Any thoughts???? thanks

[@Deacachimba5427]

My 2005 matrix xr has about 600k miles and not noise yet. Start up just fine

[@Rjjake]

Is it possible to replace it without removing the engine from the car

[@pedrogonzalez9943]

What is the interval to replace the timing chain on that engine? miles? years? can it be done with the engine in the car?

[@roshi98]

For this particular engine? There is no required or recommended interval. If is has been properly maintained and driven as the A-to-B car that it is that chain should last for the life of the vehicle. Any chain slap that might be heard can usually be resolved by replacing the timing chain tensioner, a simple 10-minute job involve two bolts and a little rotation of the crank shaft.

[@marthab4172]

How many miles were on that engine? Thank you

[@thomasnoel5943]

I’m just curious where you guys are located, and if you do repairs for the general public?

[@mainasamuel]

I have learned a great deal. Well explained

[@brbroberts1]

If you rotate the engine counterclockwise after installing the timing chain tensioner, the pressure from the chain will compress the tensioner and release the hook.

[@jamesariwo6838]

what are the signs that shows timing chain is won out?

[@bobthrasher8226]

Why are you changing the chain? How do you know it was bad? I heard if the colored links on toyota are still visible the chain is good.

[@upset_elcor]

on a scale of one to ten, how hard do you think it would be to do this with the engine still in the car? I know it isn't the best idea but I don't have the means to pull the engine, and my chain is stretched.

[@BillyBobBigFoot]

You have to remove the motor mount. Jack up the engine so you can remove the 17 mm pulley tensioner bolt. Might need to remove the intake manifold to remove the alternator bolts. Remove AC compressor remove power steering . Drain oil. Drain coolant. Remove engine mount bracket. Remove water pump. Remove timing chain cover. You save time from not having to remove the exhaust, heat shield, wheels & axles, transmission fluid, radiator fans, wiring harness, ecu, airbox, brake calipers, and the hassle from removing the engine out the car.

[@keeganh.4814]

Did ya do it? I'm just starting mine and it's become more than a weekend project 🤣

[@roshi98]

@andrewschweickert8334 Yep. And there's almost always a stripped bolt.

[@michaeldratcliff1465]

Yes I have a Pontiac vibe 2009 I got a blown head gasket and I'm trying to change it myself I know it pretty much know what I'm doing but I just need your help a little bit about how to put it back in time and make sure I do everything right

[@fireyourrocketts]

Ok, did this again, now I am even more confused, before I was off a hair on the top marks but now with mark top and bottom perfectly aligned the chain marks do not align at all on top!! so to be clear, if I align the 3 marks with the bottom TDC when I put the chain aligned with the mark on bottom the top is OFF! why?? in the video here there are cuts so we can not see how to align the top for the chain to fit perfectly, after you show the alignment interrupted by a cut, then I can see the chain aligns with the sprocket marks but the marks ex and VVTI are then off??? so how exactly this gets done??? on the bright side at least I am not dropping in the engine until I resolve this mystery out of my lack of knowledge.Thanks!!

[@kelvinruben8047]

Thanks guys appreciate the lesson

[@ZOMG1001]

How many hours of Labor for this kind of job?(when taking to shop) Thanks for the upload

[@sethlogan-adams1100]

What do you put the wrenches on when lining up the top two sprockets

[@johnnygu9451]

Hello Chad hey I have a 2001 Toyota Corolla LE I have to free time the motor because my exhaust camshaft bolt broke this is the first time I have ever set the timing my question is if I follow your example to the T my car will not explode hopefully is that true

[@mrmanbearpig411]

Is there no need for a cam lock tool on this engine?

[@harpomarx7777]

Do you have to drain the oil? Do you have to drain the coolant? Do you have to prop up the engine when the engine mount is disconnected from the block?

[@InvestorAndrej]

yes otherwise coolant will splash when taking out the water pump and better to drain the oil too

[@BlackWaax]

can this be done without dropping the engine out of the car?

[@JamesMcNamara-j1g]

Can you still get OEM parts for this? If no, what brand is recommended?

[@banquetoflaughter3753]

Very well explained ❤❤❤❤

[@terrellmack9630]

Good afternoon. I would like for you to change a timing Chain assembly on a 2008 Scion XD. I was wondering if it has the same engine as the Toyota corolla?

[@annabellsilva5296]

usually when I do it timing chain myself. I put all the marks before I take the timing cover off and then I confirm all the marks when I take the cover off

[@maris.carwash]

Do I have to pull out the engine?

[@Alexmechanic559]

Is it the same concept working with a 2zrfe Engine? I know the timing differs, but are the steps the same?

[@davidknibbs9646]

How did you know when it was Died top center. Is it when the Crack and key way in each line. First keyway Died top and the dot on the side casting or do you have two go two revisions and then top Died center???

[@jasondawson-z5b]

Need specs for oil pump water pump and timing and timing cover

[@daviddickensauge9133]

great video do you have anything on changing an oil pump on a 2009 toyota matrix 1.8 engine

[@drmikeosgood]

I have an engine of the same size and model and need to do the same job you just showed. Please I do need the torque spec. for this job. Also, can this be done with the engine in place? I do have jacks and full tooling equipment. I sure hope to get the torque settings from you...I did also order the same kit from Amazon. Thanks.

[@ChadWilliamsFixesAll]

Hey! Look in the description of the video, all the torque specs are there. Hope that helps!

[@kbengson9163]

I know you have completed the job by now but for future reference if anyone wants to know, Yes, this job can be done with the engine in the car.

[@jaydenoxendine8128]

Hey Great video! Could you guys drop the torque specs

[@TracyStucky]

I need the torch specs & does the VVT gear need tobe unlocked when mounted & timmed? On the 05 1.8 in aVibe.

[@MaxyRepairs]

Good evening guys Hope you both good keeping Please provide me da Torque spec of this full engine I am a rebuild from scretch Thank you Keep doing the good work Well done.

[@dawn864]

Is it easier with motor out

[@darianmackmer5444]

After doing the timing it seems like everytime I turn it over the intake side does that click to reset, I’m assuming it not normal any input? I’m doing it how it’s showed😰

[@douglassimonsr3289]

How much of a pain is this to do with the engine still in the car?

[@thomashollenbeck-pringle5489]

I noticed the orange dots moved after the tensioners were placed. Do you have to re align them? Or just at the initial line up?

[@lilsavagegod]

Initial when it rotates everything is in motion

[@andrewschalk7344]

The torque specs given for the timing chain cover don't have the corresponding drawing. It lists different torques but I don't know which bolts are which, for example which is 10 mm head bolt A?

[@duncanpage1556]

Excellent vid Guys! how many miles on the old chain? Thanks from Alberta

[@andrewfaling3786]

Can I possibly get all the torque specs for the job. I'm going to need them soon

[@luisdorta9780]

Thank You Guys!!!!

[@jasonalexander6417]

Great video. That engine looks neglected though. Hopefully it doesn't burn oil.

[@Jack1430.]

Nice video! Congratulations for give us this information. Where did you find the pictures about the marks of the distribution? Thank you, from Spain.

[@kbengson9163]

Online or the factory service manual

[@SOMUCHTROUBLEINTHEWORLD]

How much does that job cost sir

[@timAllen-yk5sz]

Can you please sent torque specs for 2009 Toyota Corolla S 1.8 L engine timing chain replacement torque specs

[@raoulboldewijn5543]

What are the torque speks

[@firecharger]

@14:32 can you link this cam locking tool you're talking about?

[@stubbz71]

Great instruction!

[@paigeturnahgonz3478]

Hello

[@darylhatherrley5765]

Are you replacing the cams to?

[@lgroves336]

I just watch two videos where the EXPERIENCED TOYOTA mechanics said no change of timing chain is required for the life of the engines. The ONLY exception is if they OVERHEAT and the chain stretches. BELTS are required every 100K miles.

[@unclejoe6811]

Not true, if oil changes are not done on time the timing guides will become brittle and the chain will stretch.

[@rigobertoguedez1052]

Hello friends, I have a Corolla Sensation and I have a problem with certain areas of the engine and I'm going to repair it but I don't know the torques but watching your video about changing the chain they commented that if we wrote to them they would send the torques, is it possible that they would send them to me? thanks a friend from Venezuela

[@aubreyhawkins9946]

Guys where did they put the wrenches on the camshafts to hold them still

[@kbengson9163]

@aubreyhawkins9946 The exhaust side, from left to right cyl #2, just to the right of the bearing cap bolts and on the intake side (closest to the front of the car) just at cyl #1 (been awhile so I can't remember if it is just in front or behind the first bearing cap bolts.

[@christopher4692]

Would these parts also work on the 2zz-ge motor?

[@MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970]

No they won't. Different engine

[@homecarebees769]

Torque specs please. Awesome video btw.

[@benmototechnic2185]

Intrested can i train with you friend's im in Kenya Africa

[@moparman7367]

Always do the coil pcks up by hand not impact as it can crack the base.

[@mattmgarza]

definitely when you are tightening them---I suppose when loosening them as well it wouldn't hurt to avoid the impact gun

[@WhatAmIGonnaGet]

To previous mechanic who worked on my engine: Do not want to use impact gun on the exhaust manifold bolts. Tap inserting heli-coils could be avoided that way. Thank you.

[@JonnyAutomotive]

Do you need to hold both cams when turning crank to 12 o’clock ?

[@InvestorAndrej]

no

[@SalimZimula]

You really perfect bro

[@johnnyb653]

Could I get a copy of those torque specs for everything in the video? Thank you in advance!

[@ChadWilliamsFixesAll]

Should be in the description of the video.

[@johnnyb653]

@@ChadWilliamsFixesAll so they are, I guess a little reading goes a long ways. Thank you for the help, great video by the way!

[@fernandohood5542]

My tensioner is not going in all the way. How do I relieve the tension of the chain on that side? (21.50)

[@shingabiss]

Great video!

[@KamugishaAlexAlex]

What causes oil pump failures?

[@davidvaughn7778]

I suspect my engine has a worn out chain tensioner. It makes kind of a knocking/slapping noise in the front of the engine at start up and when you increase the rpm off idle. After 2000 rpm it seems to go away. It will run decent until you slow down to an idle situation. It usually runs rough after idle this way and will most likely die.

[@davidvaughn7778]

I never got to the point of the question above. Can I just pull the tensioner and replace without pulling the timing cover?

[@mongopoe5099]

@@davidvaughn7778what did you end up doing

[@davidvaughn7778]

I replaced just the tensioner. Noise went away, but still have rough idle etc. The tensioner was obviously bad, I could collapse it with 2 fingers. The new one was much tougher to collapse.

[@roshi98]

@@davidvaughn7778 Rough idle could be a lot of things. On my 2005 Vibe it turned out to be the passenger-side engine mount. However, keep in mind that the 1zz-fe is known for a few things. One, it doesn't burn oil. Two, it takes a while to go from 0-60, so plan your merges accordingly. Three, no matter what you do, that engine will tick, click, vibrate, and clatter at idle...it's normal.

[@davidvaughn7778]

@@roshi98 it eventually gave up the ghost and wouldn't move under its own power. I suspect that my son ran it very low on oil and didn't let me know.

[@faddyfellout4806]

Hey what’s the torque spec for the exhaust cam and intake cam sprockets? I snapped my old exhaust cam bolt bc I heard it was like 75lbs…

[@larryangel9204]

I could use a torque specs if you don't mind

[@OzKittyboi]

How often should a timing chain be replaced?

[@ChadWilliamsFixesAll]

I personally think between 150,000 and 200,000 miles.

[@OzKittyboi]

@@ChadWilliamsFixesAll Good to know. I'm only at 77,000 at the moment, so I got a bit of time.

[@3370603]

@@OzKittyboi I m in the middle of doing mine right now ,as we speak. I'm at 175000 miles

[@banquetoflaughter3753]

Wish I can get connected to buy Engines from your company?? Can that be possible?

[@adriang4375]

❤thanks for the info

[@gregbrown3178]

So did you guys find a car for your engine? If not, is it for sale? If so… I’d be very interested in purchasing this engine.

[@paigeturnahgonz3478]

Hi