How to Replace PCV Valve Tacoma 3rd Gen

[@teamoildrop]

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[@jimc12]

@@teamoildrop What torq wrench are you using?

[@teamoildrop]

@@jimc12 great question! Updating list now.

[@teamoildrop]

@@jimc12 updated

[@jimc12]

@@teamoildropGot it, thank you!

[@cbar2222]

Can’t say enough how much I appreciate your videos. Simple, informative, and to the point.

[@teamoildrop]

Much appreciated brother! If you ever need quick help hop in our discord 🍻

[@cbar2222]

@@teamoildrop hell yeah had no idea. What’s the discord?

[@teamoildrop]

@@cbar2222 join link in the description brother

[@cbar2222]

@@teamoildrop good thing it wasn’t a snake… 😂

[@teamoildrop]

@@cbar2222 I want you to know that now I am awake and caffeinated I fully get this joke

[@real_skux]

I gotta start out by saying you are a master at camera angles. After watching this video and doing mine, I was amazed you were able to capture the footage you did. Also, thank you for taking the time to share the knowledge and answer the questions I had. Team Oil Drop ftw!!!

[@teamoildrop]

Thank you brother! 🧑 love those words. We will keep it up!

[@BrooksLorenson]

Just did this today with the help of your video. My truck went to the dealer for timing cover reseal at 60k miles and I do not have that foam insulation piece anymore, so I didn’t have much to loosen or remove. I removed the PCV with just my hand on a couple extensions and a 22mm socket. 73k miles and still rattled like the new one I put in. Keeping the old one for a spare.

[@teamoildrop]

@@BrooksLorenson good stuff! I bet the shop wasn’t super thrilled about that timing cover reseal 😆

[@BrooksLorenson]

@@teamoildrop Right 😂 extended warranty saved me 4200 dollars on that one! Paid for itself!

[@brianbrooks2468]

I just did this and your right, they’re fragile! I ordered the same one on Amazon and installed it today. As i was tightening it down it snapped into… i didn’t even start to torque it down yet. It didn’t take much lol. So I had to get a 3/8 extractor and cut off about a half inch for it to fit to remove the broken half with the threads. Pretty easy though, and i just put the factory one back in after I cleaned it. I’ll probably replace it sometime soon. Great informative videos and a great channel man!👌🏻

[@teamoildrop]

Dang! Yah any left or right play or even a strong wind can damage these guys. Thankfully they are cheap. Thanks for the words! More to come 🍻

[@philc3696]

You are my hero. Helped me out so much already. Can we get a video on belt tensioner/ idler pulleys next?!

[@teamoildrop]

Thank you for the kind words and support. That is in the planning stages Greg the Editor

[@donaldstogner9518]

Another great to the point video. I did my PCV Valve when I did my spark plugs as I already had that bracket loose. The long extension from the other side is a great idea!

[@teamoildrop]

Always great to hear from you Donald! You’re one of the original gangsters of the channel

[@nitwitboy]

Great video. Had my oil changed today and the guy tells me it was about a quart lower than normal. 48K on a 2017 Tacoma Limited. I am not leaking oil and I am not burning oil. There is a chance they did not give me enough oil on my last visit, and I will take a look at replacing the PCV. Thanks for the instructions.

[@teamoildrop]

@@nitwitboy that’s the most likely scenario, simply underfilled. Thanks for the words and happy maintaining!

[@acadguru4972]

Thanks! I couldn't even find the PCV before this video.

[@jmyers6175]

Future video? I would suggest checking the vents for the front diff and trans. They are on a bracket next the battery tray. I found one not venting, even though the top wobbled. Blew through it to check. I used a small bit to clear the plastic.

[@bssw218]

Love your videos. Toyota HAS to give you a Gen4 Taco just for making these videos for the community.

[@teamoildrop]

Man I wish... if anything this channel has cost toyota dealerships hundreds of thousands of dollars... and for that I am happy.

[@chriswkbrd]

More like the other way around, the community needs to buy him a Gen 4 for saving us a ton of money! Best way (besides cash) is to subscribe, like & share his content. Thank you again TOD!

[@teamoildrop]

@@chriswkbrd 😌 you’re too good to us

[@hardkombucha]

Just ordered the valve from your link. Thanks for the video.

[@teamoildrop]

We got a king over here! Thanks brother, happy maintaining!

[@dannylewandowski2822]

Amazing walkthrough man. Thank you for the awesome wrenching advice.

[@teamoildrop]

My pleasure brother! 🍻

[@alanaho4915]

I replaced mine on my 2007 Tundra. So much easier on the Tundra. Thanks for the video

[@teamoildrop]

🍻 😌

[@dkrongel]

What led to the diagnosis for this replacement? Or, if for demo purposes, what are the symptoms that might lead to the diag of failed PCV. side note: I have had great luck using a bit of iso alcohol splashed on hoses with barbed plastic fittings. Dries quick, low voc, won't deteriorate any of the components. Just in case that PCV hose is not yielding easily to your prybar.

[@teamoildrop]

Frankly it was just time, most would recommend every 30k miles. Honestly so many possible symptoms such as reduced MPGs and rough idle. Good idea! I didn’t really need to pry anything, just the lack of space the turning of the flathead got the first bit of gentle push 😌

[@inferno1770]

So every 30k miles ​@@teamoildrop

[@teamoildrop]

@@inferno1770 facts

[@chrissoto7301]

@@dkrongel also prevents leaks when a PCV goes bad crankcase pressure goes up and blows the weakest seal

[@glennaguon5165]

For those hard to reach bolts and nuts where you don't want to drop it. Stick a piece of paper towel/napkin/tape between the bolt/nut and it won't fall off the socket.

[@teamoildrop]

@@glennaguon5165 for sure, anything to make the job easier

[@ryoung6725]

Next project after I do the brake fluid flush. Thanks again brother.

[@teamoildrop]

🍻 our pleasure!

[@wengel21]

Heck ya dude! Great vid straight forward

[@teamoildrop]

@@wengel21 😌 🍻

[@derekp6636]

Thanks again!! time to go pick mine up from the dealership and swap it out.

[@teamoildrop]

😌 🍻

[@derekp6636]

part picked up, lets do this!

[@Jny.blz85]

@@derekp6636 how much did your local Toyota charged you ?

[@ortizj1718]

Thanks for the video. I over tightened one and it cracked. Is it ok to just hand tighten it?

[@teamoildrop]

@@ortizj1718 definitely replace. I’d recommend a proper torque wrench but a good snug hand tightening will be okay

[@ortizj1718]

@@teamoildropis there anything I should look for with it being over tightened? Would any else possibly have cracked?

[@teamoildrop]

@ the mouth it screws into can be inspected, but this is unlikely. What you don’t want is small bits to fall down the pipe. Ensure it comes out complete.

[@ortizj1718]

@ I had to unscrew the part that broke off. The bottom part of the threads broke off

[@teamoildrop]

@ you got it all?

[@andresvalenzuela6338]

Most have this problem. if your taco has the dreaded timing cover leak, you should do a video. Just an idea.

[@teamoildrop]

If that ever happens to this old 2016 you can bet your butt it’ll be a very well made thorough video 😌

[@andresvalenzuela6338]

@teamoildrop mine has it. at some point this year, I plan on fixing mine. If you wish, I'd be glad to share as much as I can.

[@teamoildrop]

@@andresvalenzuela6338 sorry to hear that. I tell you the best place to share it with us is the discord chat. It’s that link in the description. We are always chatting about something there.

[@pherp1246]

How often should the valve be checked/replaced?

[@teamoildrop]

For a $9 part a check might as well be a replace 😌 Every 30k is a common interval

[@pherp1246]

@@teamoildrop Thanks! Will add it to my 300k mile maintenance map

[@teamoildrop]

@@pherp1246 didn’t realize I was in the presence of a true maintainer 👑

[@garybaldwin1061]

Thanks for posting.

[@teamoildrop]

@@garybaldwin1061 my pleasure brother!

[@DXEsrat]

Question. I can hear an electric arch type buzzing that seems to come from this area. The Toyota service writer blew it off saying that sound is the purge valve and normal. I saw another 3rd gen owner with a video of the exact sound who said he changed the PCV and the sound went away for a while and then started again. So, I guess the question is would the PCV make that type of sound if it were starting to fail?

[@teamoildrop]

Interesting. Noises are incredibly difficult to ID… can you post it in our discord?

[@DXEsrat]

@@teamoildrop I made an account and tried to upload video/audio but it won't upload/post.

[@teamoildrop]

@@DXEsrat finding you in the discord

[@TheBser97]

Find a solution to this? Just noticed the same thing on my 19

[@DXEsrat]

@TheBser97 it was infact the PCV Valve. My taco is a 2017 v6 4x4 Limited w/83k miles. I asked TST to change it and was given the 'do you have a check eng light, misfire etc run around. I told the Tech no, none of that but service interval is at least 20k miles ago so I want it changed and I don't like the noise it is making. New one installed, truck actually runs better imo and I can definitely still hear the pcv working BUT it sounds like a very quiet vacuum now rather than an electric arch buzz. I didn't request the part back so I can't say for sure but I am guessing it was on its last leg based on the operating sound different.

[@roomservicetaco]

Do you do this as preventive maintenance? If so, approximately how many miles interval? If not PM, how do you know when to replace it? BTW, every video you do is awesome.

[@teamoildrop]

@@roomservicetaco It’s not routine with an established mileage per Toyota but they are also extremely lacking in mileage with a lot of tasks to let dealerships sway customers as needed. Many agree you’re changing this between 30 and 50k. thanks for the words!

[@roomservicetaco]

@@teamoildrop Thanks! Looks like I'm way behind schedule. Have a project for labor day weekend!

[@owenmiller9906]

Did mine on my 2005 2nd Gen Taco recently with 140,000 miles. The original looked OK, but I figured it couldn't hurt to change it out.

[@teamoildrop]

Great to hear it seemed well at 140k. Dit it still rattle? Greg the Editor

[@owenmiller9906]

@@teamoildrop Seemed to rattle just fine. I did our 5th Gen 4Runner at 176,000 miles for the first time(!) and it was getting a little gummy but still rattled too. I won't let them go that long again. I have them on my maintenance tracker now to be done every 60k.

[@joelshedd4743]

Awesome camera views easy to follow. 🔥

[@teamoildrop]

🍻 😌

[@joshpage2073]

Great video, thank you!

[@teamoildrop]

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[@armyuvme]

Another keeper. Well done!

[@teamoildrop]

Much thanks Greg

[@benlent3254]

At what milage should this be done?

[@teamoildrop]

Most would say every 30k 😌

[@Shunya0101]

Just performed this maintenance. Man, it feels good. Saved some $$$. Thank you, brother. 🫡🍻

[@real_skux]

Thank you so much for the video. I'm going to mine this weekend. Do you believe it's better to swap the valve when the motor is warm or cold? I wasn't sure if one would help the valve from cracking like others have mentioned when they did it.

[@teamoildrop]

Thanks brother! Warmth could help a bit but cold would definitely hurt A LOT. Good luck and take it slow! Not hard, just fragile with age.

[@scarygary3569]

Damn,call me clueless cause I was before checking this out😮 thx boss✌️

[@teamoildrop]

😌 🍻

[@jorgenoneya5382]

Should you also replace it if you have a oil catch can already?

[@teamoildrop]

Likely a good practice since it still is getting heat cycled through the valve cover. Catch can helps the engine, but doesn't take any "wear" off of the PCV. -Austin

[@kushkush7954]

Pls tell me where is the pcv valve located of toyota 1 kd engine.

[@teamoildrop]

I did some pretty extensive research and I really could not find any data. We do not get the 1KD or any diesel engine from Toyota here in the states so I apologize, but I am not sure where the PCV is located on that engine. -Austin

[@nickknack5884]

So smooth

[@teamoildrop]

😌 🍻

[@ryoung6725]

I was working on taking the PCV off as suggested, but it snapped about 3/4 the way down the threads. OUCH!! In other words I'm stuck and have no idea what to do. Any suggestions on how to remove the remaining threads? Some guy online had a similar incident and he used a 7/16" tap into the hole, but his was a Honda. Wonder if a 10mm would work, but then again, how am I going to get the right angle? Any suggestions appreciated.

[@teamoildrop]

Hey brother, in the discord? I’ve got some ideas. So if I understand correctly you have 1/4 of the Valves threads still in the housing?

[@teamoildrop]

If that’s the case, can you work a pair of long neck pliers down in there with a rag or something on the end of the pliers? The rag would hopefully catch the threads… another idea would be maybe some snap ring pliers or similar, that open when you squeeze… pics in the discord can also help

[@teamoildrop]

Working from passenger side and laying over the engine will be your best course of action

[@ryoung6725]

@@teamoildrop Correct. About 3/4 of the remaining threads are still in there, nice and snug. I'm going to try the rag and see if that works, thanks.

[@teamoildrop]

@@ryoung6725 we don’t want to damage the housing either. Greg is also in the discord and we can help even more there if you decide op pop by

[@DucomaVet]

If you have an oil separator that is supposed to catch these waste gases and bad oil, is this still necessary?

[@teamoildrop]

@@DucomaVet replacing this is most definitely necessary regardless of catch cans. If this gets clogged you’re in trouble.

[@jonathandixon3746]

When would you suggest replacing this part?

[@teamoildrop]

@@jonathandixon3746 most agree on every 30k

[@philc3696]

My new one rattles. Is that normal? Want to make sure before I try to install it

[@teamoildrop]

Yes, the internal poppet is supposed to rattle. Greg

[@Seanenanigans]

❤❤❤❤❤❤ your videos.

[@teamoildrop]

@@Seanenanigans 🍻 😌

[@yezkaholic]

How many miles are you guys swaping these out?

[@teamoildrop]

30-50k is a good interval to follow! -Austin

[@AlbertoGonzalez-yp7hm]

Great video

[@teamoildrop]

Glad you enjoyed it Thank you for taking the time to comment It's greatly appreciated Greg

[@johnnyutah386]

Great video !

[@teamoildrop]

💥 🍻

[@johnnyutah386]

@@teamoildrop cheers 🍻

[@im_caiman4479]

Thanks 👍

[@Campingdude02]

The chrisfix of tacomas!👏

[@teamoildrop]

😌 🍻

[@uberleet01]

10/10 vid

[@teamoildrop]

😌 🍻

[@DyegoPC1995]

Im guessing the PCV in the link also works for 2nd Gen Tacomas

[@teamoildrop]

Different part numbers Greg the Editor

[@josh805p]

I HIGHLY recommend buying two of these since they're only 10 bucks, just incase you accidentally overtighten the valve and it explodes into the engine bay... Which I definitely did not do...

[@teamoildrop]

Not speaking from experience at all........lol. Definitely a great point and honestly if you're ordering them online it probably makes sense to make the shipping worth it or to just have a spare on hand. Take it easy on those plastic parts, Incredible Hulk! -Austin

[@roomservicetaco]

As you were tightening the valve, noticed that you held the torque wrench near the head rather than at the handle. Just an FYI, click style torque wrenches are accurate only when you hold them at the handle. Not a huge deviation holding closer to the head, but just wanted to mention it. This video explains it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpeaZWmme5armZI

[@teamoildrop]

@@roomservicetaco no you’re right, a very fair assessment

[@albertocaudillo175]

Signs of a bad pcv valve?

[@teamoildrop]

A variety of things, so it’s a bit hard to narrow down, but vacuum leaks, excessive oil smoke from the tailpipe, check engine lights usually are the big 3 we see. -Austin

[@Mirracobike12]

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[@yzrippin]

These are a myth. 200k 2013 corolla 120k 07 tundra and 70k 19 tacoma. Never had an issue with pcv.

[@teamoildrop]

Thanks for the reply Greg the Editor

[@JetSkiSuper7]

I have a dumb question for you related to pvc systems. What if you blocked off the hole at the intake and just put a small filter at the hose end? That way, crankcase vapors would not be drawn back into the intake. I’m wondering because that’s what is commonly done on race skis.

[@JetSkiSuper7]

I’m wondering if the truck would throw a code…

[@teamoildrop]

Honestly there isn’t a lot online for people doing this with a 3rd gen and I’m not sure if it would throw a CEL or not. -Austin

[@JetSkiSuper7]

@ Thanks, I’ll try it and see what happens as I can’t imagine it hurting anything.

[@geovann1973]

Saludos desde Brooklyn ny buen trabajo

[@teamoildrop]

Thank you brother 😌