THIS is Toyota's Worst Engine Ever Made! But Is It Really THAT Bad?

[@carllinder9599]

As the owner of the car, I can tell you first hand, this shop is for real, I've never experienced anything like this place, this 3 person crew is amazing on and off camera!!!

[@zhila5958]

nice car by the way! would you mind if i ask what kind of coating did you use to protect it from rusting underneath? would appreciate some details

[@carllinder9599]

@@zhila5958 Thank you, please forgive me, I bought the car from a dealer here and it was already done, so I unfortuately I have no idea, if there are any other questions I can answer for you, please don't hesitate. :)

[@T12i99iN]

That shop is immaculate and organized too!!

[@zhila5958]

@@carllinder9599 all good mate! i was wondering how does the car behave in comparison to normal corollas since this one is an XRS variant. doesnit handle much better? is the car fromt heavy by any means? how is the car after you received it from AMD’s workshop? would appreciate further info about such rare gem

[@carllinder9599]

@@zhila5958 Hey Zhila, It's my second corolla the first was a late 90s one that I drove the hell out of till some one totaled it, I loved that car, I was searching for this one for a while, when I ran across it, I was unfamiliar with the XRS variant, it fit the description I was looking for, a sedan, black leather interior, fairly clean, really liked the idea of a bigger eng. in the corolla. After buying it, I got the chance to compare it to a new Corolla IM, I thought my steering was slightly sluggish and the ride stiff but in comparison I was very impressed with the torque, mid range and top end of the XRS, It was a substantial jump. I later found out about the oil consumption, I usually do oil changes about every 2000 so when I saw this I panicked, I knew I needed brakes soon and could feel the clunking in the steering, that too was making me nuts, so I was searching for the best Dealer Mechanic I could find, that's when my nephew told me about Ahmed on KZbin, I had already seen him so I thought if he's in a state near buy, perhaps I could make it happen, that's when I found out he was a few towns over 🤯, when I met him and his team of two, I knew he was the one, when I got my car back, the steering was perfect, the brakes perfect and now I'm finding out about the eng. because I'm under strict orders to keep it under 70 for the first 1000 lol, This is being the most difficult part! This man and his wife are truly an amazing team, one of the best I've ever seen! All I own are Toyotas and Hondas, If I owned a Honda, I would beg him to work on that too, perhaps I need a rav4 hybrid or a Prime lol.😁

[@AXNJXN1]

As a retired aircraft mechanic and at 2:43 in the morning, I couldn't stop watching this. This gentleman's knowledge is absolutely priceless! His instruction, guidance and cover down optimism is astonishing. It was genius mechanics like this that I preferred to work alongside due to his personable approach and textbook knowledge. Well done good Sir!!

[@nrs6956]

Reminds me of when I took my Alfa Romeo circa 1972 to Alfa factory shop in El Segundo, CA. Immaculately clean and polite staff. Gentleman "appears" to be a class act. I only wish he was near me!

[@AXNJXN1]

@@nrs6956 Agreed. I’d give this guy some car business.

[@matthewspry4217]

GO TO BED 😂

[@groundcontrol6876]

Almost 5AM here as I'm finishing the video lol. I worked at an MRO as an airframe/structural mechanic. Worked on Airbus A320 family of airplanes. Proud of planes flying around with my doublers on em :')

[@peterkincaid6406]

@@nrs6956 HMmm Alfa started as a French Frog. !! Cheers !

[@winsteadgaming8946]

I have a 2009 with 220k it probably burns a tablespoon every 5k miles, i have replaced the water pump twice since it was new. This car is extremely reliable, im still using factory alternator,all sensors and fuses, and factory belts. I have never replaced anything else except tires and brake pads. Treat a toyota well and it will last 20+years.

[@Иванпонимаете-г4ш]

Dang those Toyota water pumps do go out a lot don’t they ? I have a Honda pilot at 240,000 miles and I’ve only changed the radiator

[@kimpettit2703]

I understand what you are doing, I was a Master Toyota Tech myself at a dealership. I worked there 11 years and opened a Toyota repair business like you did. Done that 24 years and then retired. I did all 22re blocks replacement in 1985 due to hard blocks that never let the rings seal and burn oil. I got where I could do one per day. Keep up the great work would love to meet you one day and talk Toyota's. I started working at Toyota in 1979 and got to see all the new changes like EFI, and timing belts, VVT and OBD2 just to name a few. I admire all the work you do and educating the public of what goes into working on Toyotas.

[@Bellathebear777]

Nice! WOW! My favorite vehicle of all time, my 1991 Toyota Sr5 V6 4X4 with Xtra cab.......I remember those starlets? In 79....

[@WinstonSmith1997]

I am a BMW and Mercedes-Benz tech in San Francisco. I wish I could work for Toyota. I drive a 1986 MR2 and have rebuilt 3 4AGE engines. @kimpettit2703 You are lucky to have worked for Toyota during their golden years IMO.

[@Jose-sy1je]

Do you recommend using thicker oil for older engines? I have this 2AZ-FE engine and the mechanic recently filled it with 5W30 instead of 20.

[@WinstonSmith1997]

@@Jose-sy1je 5W-30 is what Toyota recommends. 5W-20 is not going to cause harm. Just never mix oils and keep up with the service intervals.

[@Jose-sy1je]

@@WinstonSmith1997 Toyota actually recommends 5W20 for this engine. What's the problem with mixing different viscosity oil? It says online you can do that

[@bugsyboy5323]

Taking it apart is one thing remembering how to put it back together is another. My hats off to all mechanics that are able to do this kind of work.😊

[@petestanton1945]

Don't 4get finding or printing & reading the manual carefully even though & especially bc u don't really want 2 have 2 do it again ever

[@twin2482]

Take a lot of pictures as you take the engine apart.

[@marcusvaldes]

I think they take so many apart that they recognize parts/systems.

[@Mach141]

Its actually really simple. Don't be intimated by a bunch of nuts and bolts.

[@PeterCastle2A]

Sometimes they are apart for a long time, waiting for approval and parts can take a month sometimes! It's really tricky then

[@robertmeister]

This is how you want your mechanic do his job, no rush, just taking the right time to work on you car, clean and honest. I love your channel!

[@silk7519]

This channel has got to be the best Toyota/Lexus repair channel on KZbin. Excellent content.

[@icosthop9998]

It is the best

[@NoName-ky2sb]

Agreed

[@pirihern9329]

El mejor mechanic para los toyota/lexus.

[@jamesdodson9417]

I believe he is the best yoda mechanic.

[@rabidbigdog]

Will be looking for some 2GR-FSE stuff now.

[@alexortiz835]

My mom had a 09 camry with one of these she used for uber. Thing would on average burn 2 quarts every 2-3 weeks. That being said, we bought it at 144k and took it to 278k and sold it running and driving. Only things we did were top off the oil, change consumables like tires, and change an axle and radiator. That car received nothing but hell over 3 years, and will forever have my absolute respect

[@NoName-md5zb]

Quarts?

[@Al.j.Vasquez]

Yeah... If you think about it, 3200$ in oil, can last a long time, you guys put too many miles on it. Mine is a 2010 Rav 4, it shouldn't have this problem, but it's burning close to a quarter every 1.000 KM, somewhere like 1.5 Q every 1000 miles, i haven't taken the car to a shop yet, but a guy told me it's easily a 750$ job at least (i live in Costa Rica, so labour is much cheaper, also i don't believe the bullshit of buying Toyota oil and coolant), so I'm actually thinking about how long could i go, with 800$ of oil.

[@michaelgreen4443]

I've got a 2008 camry and I deliver pizza. I add a quart of oil every 200ish miles.

[@patrickhenry2845]

@@michaelgreen4443 That's an oil burner. It should be like every 1000 miles. For a quart of oil. You may have had an oil leak as well..

[@michaelgreen4443]

@@patrickhenry2845 yeah. I just can't afford 3k right now. My car has been doing this for 7 years now.

[@rangercwgbear6352]

I have this engine and it’s got over 378.000 and never had the problem being the proud owner of three of these cars

[@DU30DU30]

Same here!

[@firingallcylinders2949]

Same, have one with 340k miles on it and no issues

[@mektrix8887]

Nice, did you have the re-ring done or still stock?

[@A-FrameWedge]

@@DU30DU30It was so bad Toyota had to do a recall, and tear open the engines to put new pistons or rings, I am not sure.

[@joelcook2899]

Same here.

[@FleaMarketJohn]

You do realize that your garage is cleaner than my kitchen 🤣 ! A sign of a top notch master mechanic for you.

[@Ruisantos84]

Noticed that on the last video with the engine out and oil all over the place but not on his floor 😎

[@darthtyranus7683]

Literally lmao

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

Lol Iam not eating at your house 😂

[@HaroldCombs]

Came here to say this

[@seanwilson5516]

Or a sign that you're a slob.

[@redwoodforest3572]

Thank you for the shout-out to Canadian Auto mechanics. All we ever deal with is salt belt rust issues like you do unless it's brand new. It's literally like a different set of trade skills learning to deal with rust. Dealing with corroded, seized and broken fasteners is a learned thing and basically an under appreciated art. Too bad they are not taught in trade schools but just learned though experience living and working as a mechanic in a salt belt.

[@Combatpzman]

Unless of course those cars come from Vancouver. 😆

[@twin2482]

Why don't people undercoat their cars? I know it does not fix all rust issues but it helps a lot.

[@rgl168]

@@twin2482 Because people were told that undercoating is nothing but a scam. I did the undercoating with my 1997 Camry, but the 2007 I didn't do it (and my salesman didn't recommend it either - he sold me the 1997 Camry as well) because he isn't sure whether the undercoating will effect any of the hybrid components.

[@twin2482]

​@@rgl168 I guess some of the older products were not great. Even today some products are better than others. I live at the edge of the "salt" belt and I undercoated my camry 2013.

[@ebrahimsayed9242]

Do you recommend rubber based undercoating or oil based? Or IS it just best option to wash the undercarriage?

[@Vosovogalsyncope]

I have been combating this issue with royal purple, K&N filter and 91 octane. Overkill but I need my camry to run for as long as it will! At 150k and running smooth 🙏🏿

[@adamenroute3800]

Working on older cars here in Canada can be soul crushing. Rust on everything, bolts break like its their day job. It's a pain.

[@ronmarshall8732]

yes! if only people undercoated there cars yearly or twice a year cars would last much longer only thing you can do to slow the salt

[@caitsith2007]

Not a spec of rust on my 2005 rav4! Living that garage kept life.

[@brettymike]

I found the main old car blights are rust, and/or coolant hoses popping a hole (the worst).

[@LaiPt]

Not in vancouver

[@orieraymond1263]

are you a mechanic in canada ? which province please I need job done on my corolla

[@singular9]

My grandmother drives her originally new bought 2005 Camry XLE. It's like new everywhere except the paint which she has accepted as a challenge to scratch as much as possible. Mechanically it's fantastic

[@zacharypeery4082]

My Grandma turned 90 this past April and she still drives her 2010 FJ Cruiser w/4WD, 👊

[@derekcasanares4785]

I drive my mom's 2005 Camry LE V6 and I had to get it painted but outside of that the car is a smooth operator

[@dinobot_maximize]

@Phillip Banes dragging feet on door jams

[@makeitpay8241]

@Phillip Banes the fenders & bumper covers too, just not sure why.

[@chloeleedow7250]

@@zacharypeery4082 what a boss 😂❤️

[@Davidd419]

I have a 2003 Corolla and live in Canada. Hope this problem doesn't show up on mine. I repair a lot of stuff on my car myself so videos like these have been super helpful. Thanks for sharing.

[@pliedtka]

Not the Corolla, the 1.8L of this generation were a very good engine. Only the manual transmission, C59 until bearing update around 2006 were drivetrain weak point on Corolla and Matrix. Also for Canada's cold weather, the manual gearbox oil has much lower viscosity.

[@drewschumann1]

You obviously didn't watch the video

[@tedtan6449]

1zzfe1 is a better engine. There's a reason why today you see these cars in Driving Schools.

[@jamescostello7584]

Bulshit the 2003 Corolla is just as bad as the 2002 it's an oil burning piece of shit and the automatic transmission is garbage to it's the one of the worst pieces of crap the 2004 is just as bad 2005 a little bit better but not good at all the sticks and 77 is better than the 80s the best well if you don't know nothing about Toyotas keep your fat mouth shut

[@damienhicks3462]

I drove a 2002 Camry for many years, took it to 250,000 miles. Really didn’t burn oil at all, all original. Would have never known this was an issue.

[@drewschumann1]

It wasn't an issue until 2006

[@dylanjk5946]

@@drewschumann1 i had an 02 that burned a very little amount itd puff a little on startup maybe 1/8th of a quart every 3-3500 miles but it was prob from poor maintenance and driving it like i stole it i bought it with 120k and sold it with 170k and it did it the whole time i owned it

[@underdog2594]

Incredible. Love these videos. Thank you for taking time to include us in the process.

[@AsthmaQueen]

I have a 130k km 05 Corolla S manual, doesn't burn a drop of oil truely. Driven across Canada in -35c towing 2000lb trailer. Absolutely love this engine in that model good to know that the model I have is the reliable one I didn't even know that about the remodel Corolla

[@Jiggysaw]

AMD thank you VERY much for taking the time to film this amazing video, as a former owner of a 2007 RAV4 that had the 2AZ-FE repaired by Toyota, I have always wondered what the job entailed. I assure you I did NOT get popcorn or nachos while watching this video, because I watched it with 100% attention in complete enjoyment!! 😀 Thank you and God bless!!!

[@nexushexus4365]

Thanks AMD for introducing Ryzen so can get off their azz and make a product that can compete.

[@cezaryrenoir2456]

You hit the bull's eye by making this video .I was waiting for it a long time . Thanks AMD and your co- worker.

[@evilenergy7121]

Thank you for making this video ...I appreciate your knowledge

[@noelelnolo9642]

This was impressive!! This is what a mechanic should look, talk and work! I have a 2006 Camry LE snd always wondered if the oil consumption issue was repairable and now I know!! Thanks for all the great videos u post!!

[@jayatkinson83]

I’ve changed my oil, flushed tranny fluid, flushed engine coolant, changed spark plugs, cleaned my mass air flow sensor, throttle body cleaned out and now it was time to learn how to do my wiper inserts. Much appreciated for all you teach brother! You’re my go to for all things automotive and I couldn’t appreciate you more!! By the end of my time you would’ve saved my family thousands of dollars and have given me a new hobby. Thanks again!

[@seane6616]

Nice!!

[@DaveK84]

We had a scion tc that we went supercharged with (dealt with that disaster of a supercharger) then turbocharged, then back to stock. We got so good at taking this engine and manual trans out in the scion tc that we could do it in an afternoon. This video really brings back memories, we even had the same exact wiseco piston tool. Good times!

[@dannycook2668]

It’s ALWAYS GOOD TO SEE YOU BACK ! It’s a Joy to learn while You work

[@mintian3665]

Thanks for the video. I have the same engine. It started burning oil after 100,000 miles. I simply kept adding oils untill it hit 180,000 miles, and sold to dealership. I never had any other issues except changing battery and brakes & tires

[@BrotherK-ex2co]

My 2007 Camry started consuming at 30,000 miles.

[@blandflatland8915]

Had an ‘07 Rav4 that matched these mikes too. I decided that $3k would buy a lot of oil lol. Annoying to constantly be filling though.

[@tedjohnson64]

Fascinating and very well made video! I’m surprised at the recommendations against machining of the cylinder head and brake cleaner, but your explanations make sense. Thanks for all the time you put into editing and narrating this!

[@BrightStar3862]

An excellent rebuild. Competency, knowledge, a kind spirit and superior narration made for a fabulous build. Thank you, Theo.

[@haroldlambert1991]

Excellent video! As the son of a machinist we rebuild all kinds of engines in the 70's and 80's. Still do. It makes me cry to see otherwise good vehicles in the junk yard due to simple issues like replacing pistons/rings. As you mentioned the rod bearings look perfect, so why mess with success? We often re-used good parts because of the cost. A lot of the time, if you really know the engine, I was amazed at what dad could get away with with no apparent effects or noise. I often think of the environmental impact of wasting an otherwise good car and mankind's stupidity! Thanks for mentioning the rusted bolt situation in northern states and Canada. I'm in Canada and it is an unbelievable problem. When re-ringing / rebuilding my first Toyota Corolla engine in 1978, the very first bolt I removed, radiator hose bolt on the top of the cylinder head, it snapped off due to rust! I stared at it in disbelief. The old Corolla ran well after the ring job. One cylinder had a compression of 40lbs when it came in. The rings were actually broken on that one. I honed it really well and regardless of a bit of scoring it worked well. Got to love your great videos and the knowledge you can impart to people.😄

[@MrSparklespring]

So much respect for a top mechanic like you! Keep doing this good job.

[@davegeisler7802]

No way !! the 2az-fe gets a bad rap !! Sure it uses oil , I get that. My 2008 Scion XB has 245k and its been incredibly reliable ! Full synthetic oil from its first oil change . I have changed out the following , water pump , serpentine belt , two sets of NGK Iridium plugs and fluid changes per schedule maintenance over its life . That's it . And on a side note the manual transmission is ultra reliable !! Still on the original clutch at 245 k , clutch master and clutch slave cylinder are still original , never a problem ! , one set of brake pads at 180 K. !! , yeah that's Toyota quality and reliability !!!

[@TyeDyeArmband]

I bought an 07 tC new. It had the TRD supercharger with a 9psi pulley. A 50 shot of wet nitrous, and a professional tune. I ran Royal Purple since new changed every 3,000. It did not burn one drop of oil between oil changes. I sold it with 130,000 miles. It was a great car.

[@benjaminsmith5196]

Hats off to the engineers and mechanics. We can take cars for granted. With all the moving parts in an engine, heat and combustion it's surely a miracle.

[@glunaphotography]

24:48

[@diezelvh4133]

In that logic, Toilet paper is a miracle too.

[@RayanMADAO]

​@diezelvh4133 are you really comparing the complexity of a modern engine to toilet paper 😂

[@sonnyshaw3962]

Being a Toyota fan I can appreciate what this excellent video tells me about Toyota engines. I don't have the 2.4L engine in my 2010 RAV 4 the engineering that went into the VVTI engines puts a different twist on rebuilding Toyota engines. Great video!

[@billl3936]

The best instructional video I’ve ever watched. No BS just good information.

[@seymourscagnetti1413]

This man is the #1 mechanic on youtube.

[@icosthop9998]

Yep

[@wayneleyva]

Nice video!!!!! Been a mechanic for over 45 years. Remember doing in frame rering jobs on chevy pick up trucks. Pulled heavy cylinder heads and dropped oil pan. Honed cylinders to help seat new rings and rinsed grit out of block with solvent. A real pain to work upside down under the engine. Mostly did this job on trucks that the thermostat stuck and over heated and caused rings to collapse and loose their tension on cylinder walls. I worked in a machine shop that did rework on toyota engines daily. Balanced engines and blueprinted race engines. We surfaced many toyota cylinder heads but had to check valve to piston clearance. We would flycut piston valve reliefs if necessary. We even welded aluminum cylinder heads in combustion chamber and remachined and install new seats to salvage expensive cylinder heads. With the right equipment any engine could be salvaged. Went on to be a F-16 fighter jet machanist with access to high tech cnc machinery.

[@zzoinks]

Great journey!

[@dorisward2629]

Hello, I'm new to your channel. I enjoy watching you and listening to your expertise on mechanic work. We need more mechanics like you, who is dedicated to their craft. You and your co- worker detach that engine so fast and easy. I am amaze at your quality of workmanship! That you for sharing. I always thought Toyota's were maintenance free. I brought a 1990 camry years ago. Thinking back I had an issue with oil consumption. I had the car for 12 years, checking my oil on an regular basis. You do an autopsy on these engines. You are a CAR PATHOLOGIST. Much success to you and your business. 🙏❤️ Ms.Doris

[@derrickjohnson5219]

Thanks AMD for your commentary and time lapse work.I definitely appreciate your work as I continue to figure out what car I want to buy next year.Finding a deal in the auto market is much harder than it used to be.So I look at the price in relationship as to how maintenance service records look.Thats why you can get 200 -230,000 mi. vehicle cheap if it's taken care of and the maintenance work is done to it.By you going over a 2012 I'm learning alot so thanks again!😊I thought that was the case with most aluminum blocks because the block walls are thin anyway.

[@southwind3]

Derrick Johnson Buy A Toyota, that's all we drive, very reliable!

[@Garrett_Builds]

One of the best automotive education videos I have ever seen! Keep up the great work! And also, wow! What a clean shop!

[@JB-he1jt]

Thanks again for showing in detail what the culprit is! I purchased 2008 Scion Tc for my son with 125k miles 2 years ago before I knew this. Burns some oil so we just make sure never runs low....so far so good and it's been a great first car we got lucky to get it for cheap before this crazy used car market!

[@freightshaker3690]

I also got my son a 2009 scion tc and it had the same problem but im doing this

[@freightshaker3690]

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[@freightshaker3690]

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[@nalayso]

I have 2009 Scion xB and burning oil like crazy, I wound like to know if you shop in California so I want you to fixing my car?

[@jimmymayer9395]

Your videos are so thought out and your procedures are so detailed and organized, you always take the time to show a complete step by step instruction so nothing is left to guess work. You have always have of the best videos for details and comprehensive instruction. Thank you for all your videos. Norm

[@j.t.5826]

I really enjoy your channel. I learned some extra stuff from you than other videos. Thank you for showing us how much work goes into the work of fixing a car. Keep up the good work. Your viewership will go up higher.

[@Zephyrdaze1819]

This was my bad luck with bought-new 2008 Camry. The dealer spent several months telling me huge oil consumption was normal, only to change their story when the engine was losing power, too. Got rid of it before Toyota got their act together and began fixing cars out of warranty. The Company took WAY too long to address this problem, imo.

[@garyf2871]

I remember that 2008 year camry, consumer reports, for the 1st time in years didn't automatically put it on their recommended list due to engine problems. Not much of a car guy back then, but I guess this is the problem they were refering to...

[@ValentinoBentley]

My 2010 Camry that my parents gave me also consumed oil. About 1qt every 2-3k miles. Loved the car though. Just had to keep an eye on the oil level once a week. Never saw a check engine light. Always started. Had like 170k miles before I wrecked it However I ended up hydroplaning it and have since owned a 2012 Lexus is350 awd 150k miles (wrecked) and a 2015 rc350 awd fsport 103k miles(wrecked) and 2017 Lexus rc 350 awd fsport 73k miles and have had no issues, no check engine lights and no oil consumption

[@Zephyrdaze1819]

@Phillip Banes LOL thanks for your concern. Traded it in at another Toyota dealership.

[@mvarner0962]

Same with 2007 brand new Camry. Starting burning oil early in life, around 35k. Progressively got worse.

[@samholdsworth420]

@Phillip Banes no this is on the buyers, do research before buying

[@jorgecardona4901]

Thanks my brother! I always appreciate your expertise and the detailed explanation…step by step…. You’re a great guy

[@Defenderofthefaith-o8z]

I gave you a like. I own a Toyota Corolla S 2007 and I do myself all the maintenance and repairs, except the transmission which was my last repair I took it to the shop, They replaced the torque converter, the selenoid and the seal that connects to the engine. My car has 140 K miles and now is running super nice with the new update on the transmission.

[@JamWes]

That's extremely unusual for a Toyota with only 140,000 miles.

[@susana301301]

You are a very skilled mechanic with experience. What is simple for you is not the same for everyone. It is wonderful to see a master mechanic at work!

[@crxbb9506]

Great content - shows how much you care . You show us what needs to be done and what doesn’t need to be done. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skills.

[@dominikz.1376]

Hey m, there’s that 1993 Lexus in the back, waiting for time and brain energy to finally start, run, and function every single time! Poor little baby Lexus

[@peterblake548]

What a gift you are. I have rebuilt many engines, fortunately they all ran great and put out vast amounts of power. However, I learn something new from any one of your videos.

[@Jose-sy1je]

Is it true that you should put thicker oils into engines once they reach 100k miles?

[@trevordoeshalloween5994]

@@Jose-sy1je not really with today's engines, in the olden days maybe

[@gortiz9928]

I had this engine on a 2003 Camry LE. Loved it! No issues ever. I maintained it well. I was hoping to hit 200k miles but the car was totaled, while parked, at 178k miles.

[@dmills854]

Ditto, we had a 2002, no issues.

[@Rhaspun]

Oh man. That's gotta be tough to lose your car like that. The car was a money saver for you.

[@drewschumann1]

No, you didn't. The problem started in 2007

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

totaled? it must have been hit by someone going like 60 mph to the point it was completely destroyed and not fixable

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

​@@drewschumann1the problem started 2 years before they came out with the 2.5 liter? thats odd

[@vernebowers8116]

08 Solara had 235,000 and failed the oil consumption test, Toyota rebuilt the engine under warranty enhancement program. 340,000 now and using less than 1/2 quart at oil change. Thanks!

[@BrucifyMe]

My previous car, an 03 Camry LE, had this engine. Survived brutally long road trips. Lived in the car under the Florida sun, with the engine constantly idling w/ AC. For all of its problems, it really did last a very long time. My experience with it is what made me get a 2011 Avalon Limited for its replacement. Only bad part is that the 2GR V6 doesn't seem as easy to DIY. ;/

[@donniebunkerboi9975]

The money spent on keeping the AC on is enough to pay for rent

[@peted5217]

@@donniebunkerboi9975 You picks your priorities and live with your decisions. Some make more sense in extreme climates.

[@BrucifyMe]

@@donniebunkerboi9975 Nah it wasn't like that. Was only for 4-5 days during a visit with some circumstances so peculiar that I don't expect anyone else to encounter them.

[@Blakecryderman7244]

@BrucifyMe what kind of problems did the 2003 Camry have? Did the intense Arizona heat melt things? Are you talking 7000 mile total road trips? If you are, you must have put a lot of miles on that Camry, around 300K miles possibly

[@MattExzy]

My 2005 Camry has 210k miles on it. I can safely say, besides a slight timing cover oil leak, it doesn't burn *any* oil. I've owned cars before from other manufacturers that have been oil burners; the 2AZ-FE in my case does not.

[@mikldude9376]

Love your videos mate, and your knowledge of Toyota product and skill of the job is impressive. As an old fart that worked in the motor industry back in the plugs and points/drum brakes days, it is an eye opener how cars are put together these days. Great video.

[@edwinarevalo9816]

I have a USA made 2007 Toyota Camry with this exact same issue! Where can I purchase the repair kit that already comes with all the parts I need? Thanks!

[@evan937]

I had a 2000 Corolla with the 1zzfe which is notorious for burning oil due to the piston rings having flaws from the factory. Over the 8 years I owned her it never burned a drop of oil. I believe the 1 previous owner probably had the oil changed religiously. I also always did the oil changes myself every 5k. Finally had to junk her last summer due to rust. It still ran and drove perfectly!

[@timyang4775]

Rust was not repairable?

[@pedrofernandez8729]

My son had a 2008 XB and I noticed that as early as 36k miles, it was already using oil. I checked the oil 2 mos after an oil change and it was down one quart, it had already passed the warranty period.

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

My wife got her Hyundai Santa Fe NEW with 5 miles on it, changed the oil EVERY 5k miles on the dot. At 86k miles the engine seized due to failed rod bearing. So explain to me how i changed the oil every 5k miles with NO skips and it still siezed on us.

[@tardeliesmagic]

@@ACommenterOnKZbin Hyundai isn't really good,no offence.

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

@@tardeliesmagic her Tuscon which her uncle now has is at 210k miles and still going so it cant be that bad 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@grantreid8583]

@@ACommenterOnKZbin You can change the oil every 5k but the thing is was it burning oil between changes? Is the oil ever checked between oil changes? Cars can burn oil from new.

[@NoName-ky2sb]

​@@ACommenterOnKZbin God man, well what can I tell you about Hyundai. Try a used Toyota

[@IncogNito-gg6uh]

I have a 2010 Scion XB 5-speed with 105K. I’m using a quart between 3500 mile oil changes. I use 5W30 and started adding 5 ounces of SeaFoam to the crankcase 500 miles before the oil change about 9000 miles ago. So far consumption has stayed steady. I never see any smoke even under hard acceleration. My fingers are crossed for this wonderful, useful little buggy.

[@Mr67Stanger]

Man, I love that shop! Is is so immaculate, like a McLaren service shop. Ahmed is serious about quality work. I had a 1994 Corolla with a 1.6 Liter 4A-FE twin-cam engine. A great engine and totally trouble-free for 135,000 miles. Great video.

[@anasaliahmedalisyed6137]

Maybe not now... but in the coming 5-7 years, Toyota will thank this guy for the insane sales he's going to bring in for Toyota.

[@aelaan12]

Thanks for taking us on this amazing repair. I think it is always good to see how much work it is and also how meticulous clean your shop is. Have you had any other brands in or do you specialize in Toyota?

[@vagabond1776]

Great video! Great show! Great content! THIS is a show and information the majority of us can relate to and appreciate. Not a muscle car, not a super car, but an everyday vehicle that the majority of us will have. I need to find a garage like this in my hometown.😩

[@anonymike8280]

Or become your own mechanic. I could do what I saw done here if I had a place to work. His show-and-tell tips are invaluable. Especially, it is important to know that just based on visual inspection a professional mechanic did not see a need to change the bearings. Considering the cost of a new car, $4000 is not a lot to spend to keep a desirable existing one running for another decade or longer. My thought, however, is that even $500 will buy you a lot of parts and tools. The most essential tool is a highly accurate torque wrench.

[@baileytadlock1623]

Unfortunately my ‘09 Camry had the repair done less than 50k miles ago and it started burning oil again. On start up and while driving. Not sure what happened. Oil is clean after 3,000miles even.

[@dlaird88]

Had one of these in my 2008 Scion TC. It would burn just about two quarts in 350 miles

[@ositoelosito3424]

Wow...what happened with that car?

[@dlaird88]

@@ositoelosito3424 I moved and couldn't take it with me had to get rid of it still ran just had bad compression

[@pod9363]

I’ve always thought this. The issues were always slight design mistakes and these engines are really neat.

[@gretagroce9072]

Watch you all the time, AMD. So informative! Just bought a used 2006 Highlander with the 2AZ-fe 4 cylinder engine. Concerned about the stripping headbolt issue. No sign of leaks at 119,000 miles. So far, no drop in oil level after a few hundred miles. Can't find any carfax history that its head bolts were ever changed and/or if this model/year even needed it. Hoping you can clear this up for me, or if anyone else had this particular model Highlander. Original owner had it until 2021, and see relatively routine service on Carfax report. Am following your 5,000/6 months oil change recommendation, along with addressing any other maintainance intervals. Want to keep this as last vehicle in my retirement with my typical low mileage usage. Thanks for all you do, and God Bless you and yours!

[@glennhansel9411]

not really an issue on the 2006. Don't let the engine overheat, maintain the cooling system

[@gretagroce9072]

@@glennhansel9411 Thanks, Glennhansel. Will do.

[@squirttv69]

About to buy a 2007 camry 2.4 with 19 thousand miles. What should I look out for please tell me. Super low mileage hoping it was recalled in and fixed up properly🙏

[@gretagroce9072]

@@squirttv69 Extremely low mileage. Could that be a new or rebuilt engine? Definitely should be checked by a trusted mechanic for any issues. It's still about 15 years old. So far, my 2006 just needed new rear struts due to a leak in one at time of purchase and new AC condenser. Otherwise, keeping fluids changed and I see no signs of oil/coolant leaking or oil consumption or overheating. I'm satisfied with my Highlander and am really enjoying it. Hope this helps.

[@squirttv69]

Had rebuilt title I avoided it. Acted light just headlight damage fender damage in the past. In the carfax tho it had pieces of the engine replaced so she Def wasnt 4 me unfortunately. Impressive mileage tho

[@martinlugus7242]

Another outstanding, inspiring video. Somehow your presentations improve my mental health. Assume the garage is doing well.

[@JamesBell-bw2we]

Don't forget to mention that this problem also occurs in the 2009 and 2010 Pontiac Vibe 2.4L that were built for GM by Toyota in California. To my knowledge, GM has never admitted the problem to customers.

[@greggybada]

the japanese owns up to their mistakes and sets it right.......

[@EricJohnson-fh8zj]

​​@@greggybadathe biggest issue is that Toyota dealerships won't touch my '09 2.4 ltr vibe, and I'm not comfortable letting the GM guys do this kind of job. They don't know these motors like a Toyota mechanic does. So I'm kinda stuck between a rock and a hard place...and stuck burning a lot of oil. Unless I drive up to Illinois and bring it to the car care nut 😆

[@starhunter2300]

I just watched this video. I own a 2009 Scion xB that had the top end campaign fix at 70,000 miles. This was the 2nd major repair done. The 1st issue was a failed automatic transmission while I was on vacation with my girlfriend. Half way through our drive to a resort the transmission refused to shift into reverse. The car was 1 month out of warranty. Toyota paid all but the labor costs and replaced the transmission. The car now has 153,000 miles and still runs great. I maintain it religiously. I work at a Toyota dealer so that helps keep maintenance costs lower. Love your videos.

[@PaulCyclist]

It’s great you provided details on the cost and if it makes sense, based on the condition of the car.

[@Adelaide2286]

The cleanest professional motor workshop on the planet.

[@williamcoale2210]

I had 02 camry with the 2.4 engine. 5 speed manual transmission. Made in Japan. Had 300 hundred thousand on it. Never used any oil. I changed the oil with mobile 1 every 4 thousand miles . I only put a new battery and tires on it. That's all I did. Fantastic car.

[@issavibez394]

Lucky my 07 has been giving me issues

[@standupmoto]

Great explanatory video on how to rectify this issue, I have done this job but it took me double the time that it took you. A friend recently purchased an EV, I can’t help but think how simple it is compared to gas powered engines. Well done.

[@r3d1911]

EVs are complete trash in every way. Wait till it's out of warranty and you need a 20k battery replacement🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂

[@tenajnodmot]

You are a wonderful example of the perfect mechanic. Thank you!

[@pierrejeanes]

I am perfecter than he 👊👊👊

[@cindybarber8449]

Thanks for the list of models! Thankfully my 08. base matrix not on it!

[@betancourtl]

I literally don't know anything about cars or have much interest in them but I like watching these videos.

[@HeyYall398]

5000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first and NO MORE! Great advise my dear brother. Thank you so much for the timestamps on the description for the mechanically less inclined folks like myself.

[@JP-jq1qx]

I have an 08 rav4 100k miles, with this engine, did the 5000 mile full synthetic changes, still not burning more than 1/2 qt between changes, I am going to reduce to a 3000 mile interval with full synthetic to forestall this repair, also I will add 1 qt diesel 5 minutes before the change to dilute.

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

i changed the oil 17 times from 5k to 85k miles and the motor seized at 86k miles ...

[@anunknowndude]

@@JP-jq1qx doesn't that overfill the engine? Aren't we supposed to beware of overfilling? Just asking, no puns or anything

[@sabyjackson5298]

When I took my 2020 gx for oil change 5 months (3000 miles)after purchase, the dealer insisted not changing the oil. They insisted it was not due until 10,000 miles from last oil change. Should I insist and pay since it does not meet their complementary service timelines?

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

@@sabyjackson5298 I would go somewhere else or do it yourself

[@BSFJeebus]

Can confirm, my 2006 Scion tC was bullet proof engine wise and I was pretty hard on it, I bought the car with 12 mi and made it past 100k, always used synthetic and never saw burning oil issues, I was always confused why people had issues with the engine later on before I realized it was the 2007+

[@louiedoee]

I have a 05 tC 215k miles (bought with 180k). Idk how many owners sealed my gasket (30 bucks) bc I went too hard on it. Nothing else major, love it.

[@supers0nic77]

I had an 06 and an 07 both new no problems whatsoever

[@IBO8Jaeger]

Man, It's fun watching your high quality videos. I don't even have this type of engine but the knowledge you're sharing is just pure refreshing.

[@harshpalsingh2447]

I think this is one of the best engine ever,mine had done 500k with no oil burning at all,serviced every 10k

[@_Lassic_]

That's actually kind of shocking. I have a 2003, and it doesn't burn much yet. 140k miles.

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

This is a very simple engine to work on, I know. It looks intimidating but really after you get into it it goes really quick

[@Jose-sy1je]

Do you recommend putting thicker oil into older engines? My mechanic put 5W30 instead of 5W20 into it even though W20 is required.

[@oleglishchenko4922]

I was thinking of buying a Camry with this engine but finally went for a newer 2012 model. I'm happy I did, no oil consumption whatsoever.

[@thinshavings]

Question.....this engine obviously as you stated did not have the best oil change maintenance done on it. If it did indeed have proper oil changes would the sticking rings still be a problem?

[@jimrossabrena7955]

I would say it's probable. The issue is the oil control ring. They are a one piece design that cannot maintain oil control. This is why they have a kit to address this issue. The kit has a multi-piece oil control ring that will actually work. Technically speaking the compression rings are also oil control rings but let's not go that far into detail

[@Mastr-Tech]

Thank you for making this informative video! I never would have known about this otherwise.

[@gregheard184]

Thanks for posting. I have a 2009 Matrix xrs with this engine. I took it to Toyota for the consumption test. It passed even though the oil lasted about 1 month. Went for the second test and was told the "extra" warranty expired. In my opinion, Toyota plays with customers with delays in recalls and technical bulletins. I still have the vehicle (120,000 miles). I just deal with the rough idling and add oil.

[@pliedtka]

Change your spark plugs and clean throttle body (you will need to do make it relearn idle). Put 5w-30 and pray for the best.

[@gregheard184]

@@pliedtka thank for the suggestion. Plugs changed and throttle cleaned (not removed and cleaned). I think the rough idle is the motor mounts. Goes away in neutral. I believe you have to change 02 sensors and hope the catalytic converter does not clog.

[@gregheard184]

@@pliedtkaupdate: it was motor mounts for the vibrations. (Encase folks read old posts)

[@samuelgraham2251]

I was actually waiting for this video after I watched part 1. Well done Mr Car Care Nut. No Body Does It Better! I must say that this engine is a good engine and it has a lot of power to it too.

[@retireditguy9493]

Excellent video. I have this engine in a 2007 RAV4 and it doesn’t burn any oil between oil changes, which I do myself. The issue I have with Toyota is that it seems their policy of only repairing cars that had an oil consumption problem during the short period of the program is that they seem to be rewarding those who did not maintain their cars and punishing those who did maintain their cars.

[@mitomr.twiceasnice4358]

I think I was in the same boat-08 Solara. Changed oil on time and after 85k miles slowly noticed oil consumption. But the oil test at dealer said it passed and is good to go, but consumption got worse after 110k miles- add 3/4qt oil every 1k miles.

[@craigiefconcert6493]

At least you know and you change it yourself. Maybe spend double on oil and filters but that’s cheap compared to this job!

[@Blakecryderman7244]

@Retired IT Guy because the dealerships are usually swines refusing to fix things, they punished those who maintained their cars because they wanted them to slack on maintenance so that they could make $$$ repairing them from bad maintenance. That’s most likely the reason. Toyota may be an excellent car company, however, they have horrible dealerships like every car manufacturer usually.

[@jeff2235]

Stunningly good video. It's a genuine pleasure to see a master mechanic in action. I wouldn't even consider attempting this procedure.

[@orangesodazz]

My 2008 Scion tC with this engine had a huge oil burning issue & Toyota refused to fix it under their secret recall program. It really soured me on Toyotas. My Mazda3 has never given me problems in the 10 years I’ve owned it.

[@drewschumann1]

Toyota saved slightly over $1 a car going to the new rings. What morons

[@applesauce1165]

toyota actually owns 5% of Mazda lol

[@Иванпонимаете-г4ш]

I have an 08 with 201,000 miles and I don’t really have oil consumption issues it’s not really noticeable

[@ertgas90009]

I am not a mechanic, but I was completely glued to to my computer screen for 43 mins. The Car Care Nut is an excellent communicator great source of information. My wife and I've been marries for 50 years and our first car was a light yellow 1968 four door Toyota Corona with bucket seats, four on the floor, a heater and an AM radio. She purchased it used in 1970 for $750.00 when Toyotas here in California were a novelty. We put over 250,00 miles on that car with absolutely no problems other than a starter, wqsd belts and tires! The only reason that car isn't with us today is a mechanic at K -Mart installed a new battery backwards and fried the electrics. It was never the same again. To this day all the cars we've owned have been Toyotas, with the exception of a Ford p/u and a Honda Accord in the 80's.

[@bbbb6066]

I was 18 years in 1964 and I rebuilt my engine in my 1956 Chev. straight 6 240 cu inch engine. Back then there was not much but a basic engine. It took an hour to get the engine out of the car. I knew nothing and was doing this on the fly. A week or so later I had put the engine back to gather and in the car. It did not crank at first. we pushed the car on to the road and my dad pushed the car and when we had enough speed he let me go and I poped the cluch and the engine started. The car cost me 100 dollars but the experance was with out value. Thank you for your video. Ben

[@maxmoore4315]

The 2AZ-FE is definitely a money maker for a technician, well maybe was, we don't fix many for oil consumption since the custormer support program has expired. Great Video AMD!

[@JohnSmith-mi8ov]

Max, do you know how to manually click the timing chain tensioner one click like AMD assays towards the end of his video? My chain has that rattle and I would like it to be fixed but multiple dealers have told me that the tensioner can not be adjusted. Thanks.

[@petesilvestri]

@@JohnSmith-mi8ov great question…. I hope he answers as I am also interested to know.

[@mitomr.twiceasnice4358]

Wild, I just sold my 08 Solara this past Wednesday 11-9-22. It did burn some oil but not overwhelming. Would add 3/4 qt oil every 1k miles to be on the safe side, supposedly normal for Toyota but seems weird to me.

[@salimrandall]

This channel is excellent. The best Toyota/Lexus KZbin channel by far.

[@mechanickiwi4116]

You are a quality automotive mechanic.

[@mattltech]

There's two techs on KZbin I watch regularly. This fine gentleman and South Main Auto. I really enjoy both and I've learned quite a bit from them. AMD is the most knowledgeable and meticulous. A true master technician that treats the customers cars with the utmost care. Eric from South Main Auto is, well, entertaining. I wish AMD would make a video with his thoughts on new engine break-in. Lot's of conflicting info out there and it would be nice to hear from a real expert.

[@joeyut2651]

go to 5:09 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHOlhoSAgLmUn68 AMD already did the vdeo.

[@mattltech]

@@joeyut2651 Thank you.

[@azmisalleh6465]

As a ex machinists, the A, B and C indicates the diameter of the piston related to cylinder bore size. Each of them differ about 10 micron or 0.010mm. For example the B are bigger 10 micron from A. C bigger 10 mikron from B and 20 micron from A. Its almost impossible to machine all 4 bore to the exact same size. Thus, all dimensions come with tolerance and exact piston size. Piston A should go into the smallest bore. Piston C should go into the biggest bore or just follow the original size. If smaller piston go into bigger bore, knock known as piston slap will probably occur during start-up.

[@akdenyer]

Hi Ahmed, you are obviously a wonderful mechanic and technician able to deal with these over complicated cars. I am a professional engineer. I try very hard to fight against over complication and make sure the designs have good repairability. Unfortunately, sometimes I get forced into complex designs; I fight as hard as I can because when things go wrong it is me on the phone trying to explain to a mechanic how an electronic wireless control, I have had to design works. I built my own Land Rover on a galvanized frame. Unfortunately, the parts these days are so cheaply made it is hard to a rebuild well even though I am willing to pay whatever. The parts are still junk. So, I am going to have to rebuild or manufacture the old designs. And yes, I work on modern cars I have 3 professional scan tools and a Pico Scope. My B.Eng is in electronics, and I am a P.Eng. But still, you are very impressive with your attention to detail, experience and knowledge. Wonderful to see. I am in Springfield Canada the hom of rust.

[@aygwm]

Land Rover. There’s your problem.

[@akdenyer]

@@aygwm I built it and can rebuild it as long as I am alive and moving. Very desirable in the US.

[@Jose-sy1je]

Do you know if it's true that you should put thicker oil into older engines?

[@ljimzlj8079]

I wish this man was in Texas. It is impossible to find a knowledgeable, honest mechanic in Tx

[@jjohnson2553]

That has got to be the cleanest shop of that size that I've ever seen. Very informative video and well made.

[@nublafiednubbie]

I Always Loved My 89 Camry's 3S-FE...Simple Plain Jane an Neat 👍

[@otahu26]

SHOCKING. How Come You never measured the Ring gap? I don't think I've ever put a piston in an engine without measuring the gap first. I've had a manufactory be out of spec with ring gap before. Especially Wisco. Love your videos Keep them coming. :)

[@stevenyau2443]

he is using toyota oem parts

[@happyguy4525]

Toyota parts are always perfect and in spec's.

[@icosthop9998]

Wonderful answers 👌

[@otahu26]

@@stevenyau2443 Wisco Rings are Not toyota OEM parts. I've done a couple Corolla engines and the End gap has been off from time to time.

[@southwind3]

otahu Rice Toyota Quality!