Emergency! Close to total FAILURE! Honda Odyssey 3.5

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[@cyak1551]

**ATTENTION RAY** - This is a known issue with many Honda V-6 models where the front VTEC spool valve leaks oil down onto the alternator below. Honda TSB 20-023 has been issued with the technical repair procedure to address this issue. I had this same problem on my in-laws 2016 Honda Odyssey. Replacing the gasket on the front VTEC spool valve resolves the issue. DO NOT replace the front valve cover gasket. It will not resolve the oil leaking issue and you will end up frying your new alternator eventually again. Once again, Honda TSB 20-023 has the repair procedure for a proper fix for this. Hope this helps others on here as well!

[@itech301]

thanks for this. came to mention as well. I've been through this already lol

[@IMelkor42]

I like that people share knowledge and keep each other straight around here.

[@GoatOrange]

Also came to comments to relay this bit of info. Keep up the good work!

[@techbilldeaf]

This issue is also found on Honda Pilot as well too.

[@clbcl5]

This was just done on 1/25 so hopefully he sees this.

[@fanofwizard101]

Hey Ray, im a honda tech, and it's the spool valve that's leaking on an alternator, not the valve covers leaking on it. Front spool valve always leaks on top of the alternator

[@fusionsportdaily1650]

I have been loving the X-Files theme every time your daughter walks into frame. Makes her seem like an anomaly. It gives me a chuckle every time.

[@StrongDreamsWaitHere]

It’s so odd to me to see your daughter in a dress, because my granddaughter and all her friends are scrubby jeans kind of girls.

[@redbo1519]

Also loving the x-files effect 😂

[@jaykellett2327]

"The truth is out there....trust no one!" (Keep your eyes out for the cigarette smoking man.)

[@abdulhkeem.alhadhrami]

Fun to wait and see if she will make an appearance on each video or not!

[@czechmate6916]

Yes I love it too but I couldn’t remember what tv show it was from 😂

[@williamtakacs7466]

Good job husband unit. The two of you make a good team.

[@jaykellett2327]

My wife and I are a team too. She breaks cars, and I fix them. Some day I want the other role. Never going to happen, I know, but let me savor the thought for a little while. (later) Okay, where is my 10mm socket?

[@jefferyberry7010]

@@jaykellett2327 The Wife Unit now has a full set of 10mm as long as she doesn't let Ray know about them.

[@mikenonameneeded3485]

@@jaykellett2327 strange how that works. Same issue at my house. Lol

[@dsockt]

I like how we had a "preview" of this from Wife Unit's post today! She beat you to it, Ray!

[@fordenginebuildersv8power184]

Well she rocks! Lol

[@jerryhatrick5860]

Ray be luccky to get his trucl back. Shes in love n hates the van now lol.

[@awshortclips]

Your visual memory is great. I have to take pictures during the disassembly process to remind me where things go and how.

[@LeewardStudios]

It sucks when a vehicle dies unexpectedly but it is satisfying when you have the tools and ability to get it fixed and back on the road with a minimum of pain. For us shade tree guys these videos are an invaluable reference. Thank Ray

[@Laugh1ngboy]

Yeah make sure your Honda dies in front of a shop with AC capabilities.

[@barrysimmons5489]

Enough to know I'll leave or pass on as many plastic palaces that are so jammed together. Nice job there Ray.

[@lopezlopez2766]

I done 3 alt and I don't have an ac machine so u learn how to snake it out without disconnecting the ac or power steering reservoir

[@heathf.8098]

​@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ I'm sorry, what's happening here? You ok? Is this some sort of new medical training so doctors can learn to spot strokes over the internet? Do you smell toast?

[@Commander_Sonak]

Wife Units wants her own truck now. Happy wife happy life.

[@curtishill6490]

Driving wrecker for 25 yrs , everyone I pulled up on with a battery light on says they need a new battery. They should change that symbol. So many people have been robbed by garages selling them a battery it's sad. How do I know this?! Because a couple days later I was there for a Jumpstart again. Thanks for the video Ray!

[@Laugh1ngboy]

Try a loose connection or a blown fuse-able link. Those are some fun when you go back to the shop that just ripped you off to complain about it.

[@litz13]

Hah, I've never actually gotten a battery light on my Jeep. My vintage (late 90s) throws a TCM failed code instead. (it's a Jeep thing)

[@deckgun31]

I love all of the shade tree mechanic wisdom. “I’m all set for magnets, until I lose them all.” Truer words were never spoken. You are as real as they come sir. Thanks for the content. 😎

[@Flakmagnet1701]

So...wife unit owns the Dirty Max now, and Ray's fixed his new mini van. Beautymuss

[@NeoMK]

Until they add up the fuel bill...

[@Maroco918]

Others have said it ray. You should REALLY look into a vcm delete kit for the van. It's about 80$ and deleted the cylinder deactivation and makes these engines 2x more reliable

[@peted5217]

Good idea for anything so equipped !

[@michaela1655]

Can you recommend a good video that show the VCM delete?

[@peted5217]

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[@robertheinkel6225]

My Odyssey had 150,000 miles on it with no engine issues.

[@peted5217]

@@robertheinkel6225 they are good reliable vehicles. The Run Flat tires many equipped with are expensive to replace, tho.

[@Spookieham]

This is now one of my favourite channels on youTube.

[@itech301]

for the record, did this same job on my odyssey. very funny to watch you go through the same struggles and thought processes I did! I'd highly recommend the VCM delete others are recommending. also, the oil spillage above the alternator is probably coming from the rocker spool valve (VCM solenoid) gasket. I haven't finished the video yet, but if you didn't, you seriously need to replace that or you're gonna be frying the alternator again

[@happyfisherman4432]

i never really appreciated the value of my dad being a mechanic looking after all our cars until he was gone, lucky to have someone able to fix it with no waiting for an appointment then also so much cheaper .

[@gregorylewis8471]

What an ordeal just for an alternator replacement! Makes me fondly remember replacing alternator on my old Buick. 20 minute job. I h8te new cars! Yay! Wife unit & X-files walk-on! Thanks Ray for taking us into your late night adult beverage time delayed work! Only thing more important than beer-thirty is coffee time! 😁

[@K.Kelly87]

I now how you feel. I changed my alt on my 1991 Chevy S-10 Blazer, 4.3L V-6, in under 30 mins, in the parking lot of an Autozone, 60 miles from home, and snowing like crazy. Those were the days.....

[@vincentbehan80]

Love your videos. Really love you having your own shop.

[@davedave6404]

Ray, a great lesson in how to stay cool in the face of unexpected and unwanted "shit happens" events. I get so stressed out that any abilities I might have are erased away making a hard situation impossible. And you get support and no additional from wife unit, with some good humor thrown in to lighten up. What a team.

[@danieltaylor9164]

It is frustrating when something like this happens at an inconvenient time. But on the other hand, you have the skill, knowledge, shop and tools to handle it immediately! That is more than most of us. I'm glad to see you got it sorted with no issues. Have a great day!

[@greensfarmland]

Have a 07 Odyssey and replaced the alternator last year with just over 170,000 miles. So I would have to say it was just probably it's time. Outside of removing the a/c hose, I was able to fish it out the same way. Nice repair....

[@stevepollock8388]

It is amazing how much less fun it is working on a vehicle when it has to be done in a hurry. Murphy’s law seems ever present

[@stevewhite3424]

Especially When it is costing you money instead of making you money. 😀

[@matthewsykes4814]

Working on anything in a hurry is a great way for Murphy to turn up just when you don't need him.

[@patrickreynolds801]

Perfect timing for me My wife unit needs her van alternator replaced as well. Same vehicle. $$$$ saved. Thanks man.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Gotta love when the wife tells you way after the fact that there is a issue with one of the vehicles @Rainman Ray's Repairs

[@yogib37]

that is very typical

[@NeoMK]

@@yogib37 They do it on purpose, we all know that.

[@scottwheeler2494]

My mother killed more than one car ignoring idiot lights and other warning signs. Her other habit was delivering cars on empty for someone else to fill. And this was back in the days of full serve gas stations with actual mechanics!

[@howardwolfgang9171]

It's kinda like the time my daughter told me the "Genie lamp" was coming on on her car "CRINGE"

[@jaykellett2327]

Wife: "Yeah, the silly light came on, but the car was working fine.....and then the car broke for no reason at all." (Husband looks down at his feet and slowly shakes his head, just knowing that a mechanical explanation of what happened will not achieve anything, and he has been defeated once again.)

[@Gizepi]

Hey Ray, I know a guy that runs a coach / bus company andhe was telling me once that he was finding it harder and harder to find vehicles with manual box and he wanted manual gears because the auto boxs were a pain in the backside. I advised him to check the voltage on the battery because the electronics required the 24v and lots of current before it would work properly. He changed battery for a new one in the bus that had gearing issues and low and behold the gearing isses disappeared. As if by magic :)

[@seaeagle19962008]

Time to go home and chill out Ray. Take good care mate. All the best with the new business you have there. Glen from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

[@rebturtle]

We've owned a Gen1 (2007) Ridgeline and 3 Pilots (2005, 2008, 2016), and I really do love that little 3.5L V6. Not class-leading gas mileage, but gobs of easy to access power and great reliability as long as you stay on top of standard maintenance (oil, timing belt changes, and valve lash). Responds well to upper-intake cleaning, also.

[@donalddrake6512]

Wife unit laughing at your haste and stress level is priceless. You handle it well though.

[@2pugman]

Ray, YOU created this !

[@stevee5668]

And she was right, it was funny.

[@dotar9586]

Don't you just hate when the customer is hanging around looking over your shoulder.😡

[@richardsmith2721]

My alternator went at 150K. I also replaced it with a Denso. I didn't care about the lifetime warranty on the Autozone alternator. I cared about my labor more than the part.

[@Motorsportsgeek]

With the bad luck you are having with that Odyssey, if that engine has the infimums VCM I stronger suggest you look into the delete kit before bank 2 decides not turn back on anymore.

[@Maroco918]

Bump. This this this. Every Honda V6 needs vcm delete and they will run forever!!

[@mikebrodeur6802]

Already lost a motor to VCM. Using a VCM bypass module now and so far so good, feels much more like the V6 should and hopefully avoid the VCM damage.

[@opendstudio7141]

That was painful. It's a blessing you two (+a dog) didn't get stranded on your last road trip in that Honda while fetching the tow truck. The bright side, you didn't have to call for a tow truck to get back home. FATE.

[@rustyrobinson8027]

Thanks again Ray and family ❤️

[@gregshook1472]

Good thing you are familiar with automotive industry, repairing your own is oh so satisfying. Maintenance to our own vehicles is a must but often neglected

[@thomasflynn5366]

In the mid 90s I had to change the alternator on my wife's car. She asked how long it would take and I told her a half hour. I was used to 70s cars. I thought that was bad with all that I had to take off to get it out but today's cars are ridiculous.

[@user-su8oq6wh5h]

OK Stop.. I can't help but LOL every time that music plays when your daughter walks out. I have to take time to catch my breath. Cracks me up big time.

[@theslimeylimey]

The more of your videos I watch, the more I appreciate longitude mounted 4 cylinder engines.

[@theslimeylimey]

@TheMrDudiness 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 4cyl 4x4 SUV is my current vehicle. My previous car was a Miata that had an inline mounted 4cyl. I also had a Toyota Celica with an inline mounted 4cyl so there's three for you :)

[@MosheKatz]

At 1:28 you mention not having seen "not having the power to go into gear" before. I've done roadside assistance for a number of family, friends, and neighbors with Odysseys, and it's actually quite common for them to do that when the battery is dead. I've sometimes had to wait up to 20 minutes of charging to get proper shifting to return.

[@Wakeupandsniffthecoffee]

The nator turned out a bit easier than I expected it would at the beginning. It's nice you didn't have to remove the compressor and nator from the bottom.

[@stevenbaker9327]

Actually less has to come apart if you do it from the bottom. Replaced both on MIL'S last summer.

[@rullywow3834]

We have the same 2015 odyssey. Alternator went at 85k when we were about 3hrs from home. Changed it out in the WalMart parking lot while family was waiting inside car around 1am. Bought a cheap tool set at WalMart and made it happen.

[@TLGEyes]

For those who don't know- No, you don't need to recover the ac and move the ac line. Just unbolt the bracket next to the PS pump, and sneak the alternator up on the left side of the AC hose.

[@crazygeorgelincoln]

High tensile repairs where the time allocation is in the negative have their own flavor, thanks for extending the moment taking the trouble to film it for us. Thanks for the moral support, replaced my electric power steering today. My "new to me" car requires bumper removal to change headlight bulb , what the hell are thses designers being paid for ,my laundry basket has more order.

[@simonworthington5162]

Nice one and that was epic and agree oil and brake cleaner will kill the alternator and wow a Denso unit as would be expensive. Always keep wife unit happy 😊 😊 . Great job and Wife Unit be Happy now.

[@itsadogslife...8825]

No,no,noooo she want a truck now !!!

[@RTFMn00b]

I'm impressed she got anywhere. When the alternator on my 2012 Acura RL was on the way out, it would intermittently stop or dip below the voltage and/or current needed, shut off, and I'd have seconds to get off the road before the SH-AWD would have no power whatsoever. Happened on the freeway the first time, as I was passing a semi. Lost power as I was approaching the front with someone behind me, the charging system light turned on, and no shoulder on the left. Just had to turn on flashers, slow down, get off the road and restart it before the battery got too low to start it again.

[@john_in_phoenix]

My wife did the same thing with an Accord. "The light came on yesterday", and she drove to work and got almost home the next day. Told me about it when it died at an intersection.

[@myfastcars]

SO,,,,,,,, IT IS TRUE! The cobblers family is the LAST to get new shoes. Ray my friend. YOU, Need to take better care of YOUR families vehicles! Love the CHANNEL/S !! Lets see MORE of you making the Wife Units Ride more reliable and better. I'm SURE She will appreciate the love! Get her more involved in your more simple day to day repair task. Give her some of the Ray Mans more mondain task and work her up to some DIAGNOSIS and troubleshooting . Show her the ropes. I love to see the family working together. Seems like She is HAMMERING DOWN on your office task!! Well Done my friend! Congrats on the already successful business! BZ

[@56buickguy]

My wife's Honda Odyssey battery went bad after one year too. She turned off all the toys and handed me the keys with a love note to fix it. And I did her alternator with out removing the A/C. More fun watching you do it !!!!

[@REDBIRD-95]

Just watched Lauren's vid. Ray, I think you've created a monster😆😆😆😆 You should teach her how to drive the big Chevy wrecker next👍

[@papatomsthoughts]

Good video. Loved seeing and hearing littles in background. Have a blessed day

[@coreywashington2831]

I bought my 2011 odyssey for my wife super cheap because of this , they thought it needed a trans and it was the alternator

[@gus5936]

Ray , here’s my way of removing that alternator in less than 30 minutes, no oil mess 1 remove upper radiator cover 2 remove condenser and radiator upper brackets 3 remove radiator upper hose radiator side only 4 remove condenser and radiator fans 5 plenty of room to get the alternator out I had done it several times in these odysseys

[@artillerest43rdva7]

wife unit strikes again! has she done her brakes yet? Like they say “if you can not laugh at yourself then, you can sure be laughed at by others!” great video, great adaptation in how you got the “nader” out. Working on “wife’s unit “ transport is very stressful! especially when she is waiting for you to finish!

[@kaafromoz]

WOW didn't know Honda Odyssey's would not go into reverse if the battery is dying and hmm the Ghost Who Walk's around your shop now carries stuff around with her. Well the total rebuild of the Honda continues soon it will be a wiring rebuild as the electrons will freak out all the wiring with the new power it is getting. Also brave man handing over your beast to the Wife Unit, after seeing her video she has never felt all that power before and was scarily enjoying it so prepare for the "I want a truck" conversation too come mate 😱😱😱😱😵😵😱😱😱😱 Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘💖💖

[@ScottDLR]

I can see not having enough current to activate the reverse solenoid in the trans but that's a crazy amount of work to replace an alt. BTW, watch the brake cleaner around the headlights. It will melt their protective coating and look like crap - a lesson I learned the hard way.

[@MarkVanTasell]

THIS IS THE BEST!!!! US OLD TECHS WILL AGREE (WIFE AND KIDS STANDING BEHIND YOU)AND THE WIFES CAR IS THE LAST TO GET FIXED!LOL YALL MADE MY DAY I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE.

[@Wakeupandsniffthecoffee]

Had the same thing with my Kia Sportage. The alternator died from oil leakage. I fear for the new one, as I haven't addressed the oil leak and already seeing oil on the alternator. It looks like yours is well lubricated.

[@cameronrobinson4278]

Almost spit out my coffee when I heard you say, " had to let Lauren drive the truck and.... 'eeeeeee'!" Lol... I know that feeling, bud!!

[@KenSch2020]

The reason why it wouldn't shift into reverse is because every gear is controlled by the transmission computer and without enough power the dampers to give the transmission soft shifts does work and the pcm doesn't know what gear the your shifting the transmission into so that is probably why reverse didn't work.

[@ryans413]

My car uses the Mass Air Flow sensor to determine soft shifts I know this because my MAF died once and my car went into gear so rough it shook the entire car and scarred the hell out of me. I plugged in my scan tool and the MAF was giving no readings. I replaced the MAF and the car shifted nice and easy again.

[@KenSch2020]

@@ryans413 Yeah they put parts that shouldn't be attached to the transmission and make it part of transmission circuits so if a part fails it goes into a manual mode which makes the shift dampers not work years ago they had vacuum dampers which should be installed on newer cars in case the transmission has to go in manual mode without all the computer stuff.

[@bricegraham8256]

I done one of these without having to do as much removing. The master tech at the last shop I was at showed me the trick. What you have to do is unbolt the two braket bolts that support the A/C line. You dont have to suck out the refrigerant. Then unclip the power steering reservoir, keep the hoses on and tuck it up past that A/C line. Then remove the coolant res as you did. Remove the upper bracket and pull the alternater out. I had to do like 5 of these at the last shop and towards the last three I had a craft down at that point and was able to do them in about an hour. Cause when I first did it it took me like 3 or so. Now granted this video is quick so it seems like you got it done even faster. But thats my method and always seemed to work.

[@549BR]

What Ray doesn't know is that Laura really likes the truck, and realizes what a piece of little protection her Mini van really is; look out Raymond. 😎

[@CajunShrek]

The x files thing when kid unit is passing by gets me every time 😂😂 😂

[@minotaurbison]

Be sure to check your alternator fluid regularly or this will happen again.

[@trosenvinge]

Sorry, what's alternator fluid?

[@jaykellett2327]

The kannibblin pin must have fallen out? Or maybe the fooughtney rod wore out?

[@minotaurbison]

@@trosenvinge it's a bad joke, like blinker fluid or horn oil.

[@iamasmurf1122]

@@minotaurbison some alternators do actually have oil running through them on some diesels

[@iamasmurf1122]

You are saying this as a joke however not really that funny if you did actually know some alternators do have oil running through them you will find that on some diesels

[@jonclark8155]

My momma has a Honda Odyssey this is a good video and information I can use. Thank you for posting this.

[@ganzonomy]

It's not a Honda It's a Chrysler that identifies as a Honda to give off the facade of reliability 😂 Edit to add: I would have fallen on the floor laughing if wife unit said I decline all repairs, even if just to get a rise out of you.

[@thedillpickle100]

When I was a kid my friend had a '72 Chevy C10 with a 350. To do just about anything to the side of the engine you gathered your tools, then step on the axel hub, swung your leg into the engine compartment and had a seat on the fender.

[@fordenginebuildersv8power184]

Wife Unit really does need a truck!

[@MrDazvere]

My wife unit did exactly the same with her Honda CRV! The difference is I managed to get it in reverse but then the engine died and I couldn’t get it out of gear! This was on the road at the time. I had to put jump leads on it from my BMW ( battery in boot) and let it run for 20 mins to try and transfer enough electrons to get it back home. It was a complete success!

[@intomlinson]

A breakdown mechanic over here in the UK once gave me a sound piece of advice on the warning light colours. Red = stop! Like pull over and stop in a safe place ASAP Amber = seek help as soon as you can from a mechanic

[@gonzo_the_great1675]

Ignition lamp was usually a broken fan belt. And that ran the water pump too. (OHV engines tend to have the pump on the cam belt, so less frightening.)

[@TheFirstGhirn]

My father-in-law once drove me his Honda to me with the OIL light on, he reasoned that it would have another light when he was not suppose to drive it any more. I explained the last warning was most likely an audible one... "Boom"

[@obiesunstreak2409]

I laughed far harder than I should have at the lack of key and hearing your wife laugh. Been there, done that, I know that pain well.

[@smartin23964]

In the next episode, Ray changes a customer's water heater by pulling up the kitchen floor. It's obviously easier than using the basement door. 😂 If it works, it's not wrong!

[@carnutal3627]

Hey don’t give Ray any ideas! 😀

[@scottmarshall3963]

😂@ 17:30 when the box opened and the paper wrap was folded back, my reaction was "Ooh! Shiny!"; about 0.5 seconds before Ray goes "Ooh! Shiny!". The "Rainman-ification" of the world proceeds apace!

[@patrickfleming4267]

You should let wife unit drive your truck more often seems like your truck doesn't have issues like her vehicle does

[@williamjones4483]

Those Chevrolet and GMC trucks were built like a rock. Ray's is a 2007 model I believe. I've got the GMC version 2004 and it's got over a half million miles on it.

[@108gk]

I'm hoping to get that many miles on my '07 Silverado. I only have about 135K on it now. I just replaced spark plugs. It had Bosch dual electrode plugs that aren't listed for the 4.8 engine but a single electrode version is. I went back with the dual electrode plugs. The old ones had some wear and after replacing them I had noticeably better acceleration. More than I expected. Hopefully that equates to better gas mileage.

[@gottalovetheabba]

Maybe it doesn’t have any problems cause she doesn’t drive it! LoL.

[@gillesthibault429]

@@108gk Ray's SilveryRado is a DirtyMax. 200K is barely broker in.

[@jthonn]

No intro. Nice transplant! I would try to tighten the valve cover bolts a little before changing them, but that's me.

[@46fd04]

After your repair, the charging voltage should have been over 14V, shouldn't it?

[@ryans413]

13 to 14 yes when the cars running and a fully charged battery should read 12.5

[@itsadogslife...8825]

14.2 volts is the perfect number, however this depends on the state of charge / condition of battery. items that are "in use" at the time of the testing. therefore everything off, lights, ac, radio, then test for acurate numbers. test two; everything on, engine just above idle, say 800~1000 RPM voltage should not be lower than 13.0 Vdc. If at any time the charging voltage rises above 14.8 Vdc then the battery will suffer and probably "boil dry" also high risk of TCU's, ECU's etc overheating and or being damaged. bulbs can even start to fail prematurely. Have fun everyone.

[@itsadogslife...8825]

@@ryans413 12.5 with engine off I think you mean.

[@ryans413]

@@itsadogslife...8825 yes

[@stevo4649]

thank you Ray another excellent upload,,have your self a great day too,👍👌

[@volvo09]

17:56 glad to see you mentioned the oil saturation. That's probably what killed it before it got closer to 200k. I had oil start leaking on my alternator and it killed it in a few thousand miles. (Highway miles, so that took like 2 months) I was surprised how quickly it happened. The car only had like 40k miles on it too.

[@Bryanja81]

No way I could remove that alternator right now. Had an angle grinder with a cutting wheel accident on the back of my left thumb this week. Cut the tendon and knuckle, so I'm down to one thumb. 😆 kickback is real and cheap gloves don't do crap. Be careful folks.

[@redbo1519]

Here is the perfect van issues solution….Wife Unit gets the dirty max and Ray daily drives the Big Cat…just sell the van. 😂. And dont stress about the “end of day brain fog”…it was a long day indeed. Fortunately and unfortunately, I know why and Im very thankful for all your hard work. Cant wait to see the video(s) from it.

[@gerryb6423]

Also i didnt notice Ray replace Rubber seal for the Thermostat Housing on Yesterdays Episode "Probably missed that part in the editing" Just a thought before DAA DA DAAAAR Shooop Shooooope " Nice and Shiny" LOL.

[@terabyte1695]

Ray , been there with the nator, had to change overnight,i had what you didnt want, the postive power nut was loose[thought it was tight and it wound up tight, even got AA man out and he tightened it]started arcing on the thread,ending up needing new battery wiring loom, now that what happens when you rush a job, also the arcing ruined the nator, so new nator and new loom,but needs overide quality of job...,but you did a good job.

[@rdxe257]

Another reason she needs to take the family's loaner 😄

[@buffalomerkis7603]

I work in IT. I have repaired every family members laptops, pcs and assisted with issues on phones etc. the number of WiFi and internet installs I’ve helped with…. And still no one has ever said thank you.

[@stephendeluca4479]

How can engineers design cars like this? You could change an alternator in 20 minutes or less on old cars. The stuff that is readily accessible on engines these days is all the stuff you have to get OUT of the way to get to the working components.

[@kenore4003]

More stuff going into less space. Engine compartments look like a refrigerator being attacked by an octopus.

[@richardploeser4267]

Ray! We all get those days, Be grateful this is ONLY 1 TIME!

[@DavidSmith-ni7ow]

America First ❤️✝️🇺🇸

[@DavidSmith-ni7ow]

Over engineered Subaru has an electronic E brake!

[@zynzy4u]

Not valve cover gasket. Oil control spool valve leak located toward the passenger side of the valve cover. Always leaks in the front and many times the rear spool control valve leaks. If you do open the valve cover, you should set the valve clearance while you are in there!

[@weazleman36]

I know it’s to late but I’ve done it before on my wife’s Honda Odyssey without removing anything else. Pain in the butt. I compared the reinstall to the price is right PLINKO game. Rolling the alt in every direction while it dropped section by section into position. Thankfully it’s a Honda and the alt does not fail frequently.

[@79cd36]

I have an 07 Honda Pilot. Freaked out one day when the transmission started acting whacky. Figured that was it and I was about to spend big money. I don't recall what prompted me to do it, but I put a multimeter on the battery while the engine was running and realized I had no alternator output. Replaced the alternator, charged the battery, and transmission issues gone! Cheapest (and easiest) tranny repair yet. ;)

[@jmduffee]

My 2010 Odessy did the same thing when the alternator went bad. No reverse, hard shifts, etc. Very limpy limp mode.

[@135SoHc]

I keep an assortment of vinyl caps on hand to cap the ends of hoses/reservoirs/heater cores ect as things are coming apart. Saves a lot of mess from happening.

[@davidmillhollon486]

Love your family videos Raymond yall are great to gather 👍.

[@johnetuckerjr6775]

Nothing like the opps I got to do maintenance on your own vehicle. Excellent job.❤

[@bertblue9683]

The fozzi bear / Yoda hybrid "clever I am" really had me laughing. Especially followed directly by the fail. Fun to watch

[@jimb3137]

I often think of my past magnet sticks and wonder how far they've wandered on whatever frame I stuck em on...."it'll be safe here" ....forgotten 4 seconds later 😆

[@davidbowsher879]

My sons VW Jetta had a bad alternator and while taking it to the dealer to verify, it started shutting down all the computer controlled systems. We had to charge the battery 3 times on the 10 mile drive. After the dealer said it would be $780 for the alternator and another $760 to install it, I chose to do it myself. Very cramped working on it, but after removing the AC compressor and tensioners and rollers and belts, I got the alternator removed. $280 for a newer one and a total of about 5 hours later his car was back in good health without any warning lights. I attempted this repair because of your channel. I watched a few other videos about the repair and referred back to them when I was unsure about something. But, I got it done and saved $1200. Thanks Ray.

[@dad2nicknorahcarly]

My wifes honda just went out today! Thanks man!

[@BenEyah]

Had to do an alternator on an 09 civic type r last week. Everybody has done a video on the normal civic and all take it out between the rad and engine, not on the type r, gotta take it through the headlight. But to get the light out you gotta take the bumper off but to get the bumper off you gotta take the arch trim off and to get the light out you gotta take the other side of the bumper off ‘cause you just can’t get the angle for the bolt holding the bracket on so it’s just one massive ball ache. Makes me appreciate my van a little more ‘cause there’s tons of room in places to do stuff

[@ddognine]

I had to replace the alt on my wife's Odyssey a while ago. It dropped easily from the bottom. No need to mess with the AC comp. Although I may have had to remove the serp belt tensioner. Don't recall exactly all the steps, but it wasn't too hard.

[@itsadogslife...8825]

Well done my man. most people (and techs) haven't figured that out yet. I have taking 50% of the alternators I do out the bottom, trouble is it sometmes take 30 minutes more as I sometimes nod off......... . . . . . . .

[@DarrellTurnerJr]

I hate seeing powered tools. Not that there's anything wrong with them, it just reminds me of all the mechanic work I've done without them and how much time I could've saved. 😢

[@vincentgotter4669]

Bolt gravity for the win. Dear Ray please know that every time you drop a bolt. I say bolt gravity for the win. know I cheer through your pain. Great job editing great job on the lighting and great job on the family-oriented show.

[@dwightelvey645]

You need to put a spring return on that door. You can get spring loaded hinges for it,

[@oregonexpat]

Ray-„I may have lucked out with this one . . .“ (subsequent sound of falling bolt gravity. . . )😂thumbs up ❤

[@SWEETBINKY]

Yes it is funny Ray, that you forgot to bring the key in the cabin with you when trying to start the engine. Wife Unit thought it was funny. Love watching ya Ray