Tips for Fixing Your Toyota and Lexus DIY Edition

[@nebyuhailenh]

This guys gotta be protected at all costs. I’m so lucky to have stumbled upon this channel. God bless!

[@BubblesTheCat1]

He's one of a kind. Down to earth, honest mechanic. Very very rare to find...

[@boondocker7964]

Protect the Professor!

[@mcc7762]

Protected from whom?

[@adm7812]

12 months ago all I could do was oil changes. Thanks to your channel this year: 1. Cleaned MAF and Throttle body 2. Rebuilt brake calipers and upgraded rotors from a different model 3. Installed new sway bar bushings 4. Completely serviced CVT transmission 5. Installed a new headunit with reverse camera 6. Replaced CV axle boots (this one was the toughest because of different toyota supplied clamps) All this between two cars and I am a weekend warrior. Thanks again AMD.

[@eko2636]

Nice Bro. Could be Proud of Yourself. How Professional was your Choice of Tools. Did you had Acses to professionel work Space?

[@eko2636]

Nice Bro. Could be Proud of Yourself. How Professional was your Choice of Tools. Did you had Acses to professionel work Space?

[@eko2636]

Nice Bro. Could be Proud of Yourself. How Professional was your Choice of Tools. Did you had Acses to professionel work Space?

[@macegarage9603]

So nice to know such DiYer 🔧

[@adm7812]

@@eko2636 this was all done in my garage safely with no professional grade tools involved.

[@montestu5502]

The best thing about DIY’s is you have a great reason to buy tools!

[@Cocora22]

Oh I'm 100% in agreement!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We used to have an old Dodge Durango. Boy I SOOOO regret getting rid of it. Anyway that truck was my guinea pig. Oil Changes were the first things, then other fluids ie. differentials, transfer case. Brakes were a biggie for me specially on that truck, I replaced sensors, one was nightmare when my next door neighbor thought he would be helpful damsel in distress and busted part of the sensor , then he walked away. I really wanted to kill him that day. I bought some very long bits and eventually was able to carefully drill it out without things falling in. I took apart the rear diff and discovered a lot of broken metal. I never did figure out why it ran so well anyway. It was at that point that we sold it for what we could get, it was a 2001. I've graduated to spark plugs on our Colorado and Xterra, shocks, struts, wheel hubs and brakes on all our trucks and the best part...............all the tools I had to buy 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂My husband has no idea how much I have spent on tools!!! Now I do many of these jobs on my Lexus, but so far I've only needed simple fluids, not even transmission, not yet. AMD's videos, totally awesome better than any Netflix movie.

[@marwinvictolero9838]

buy a german car and you will be buying a lot of tools

[@PyroRob69]

I always figured in the cost of tools when doing a repair. Even with the cost of the tools, it was still cheaper than to take it to a stealership.

[@robertnagy2456]

@@PyroRob69I'm totally agree. I have so a complete car service finally :)

[@rydplrs71]

Then a garage, then a shed, then another garage……

[@arth.4196]

God Bless for what you do. I'm a Toyota man. Purchased 3 new in my life time. Almost 30 years with my '96 4x4 Tacoma 😁

[@abdul-kabiralegbe5660]

I like how low that truck bed is unlike newer ones that almost require a ladder.

[@sergejpanov5543]

same here. 20 years with my Toyota Corolla S.

[@wdj935]

32 years with my ‘87 MR2 and 22 years with my 2001 Tundra

[@jamram9924]

We had a fleet of Toyota 4Runner and Nissan Pathfinder for our teams overseas, We drove 4-5,000 a month in some of the most treacherous roads, but these vehicles were absolute workhorses. I returned to the states with a respect and admiration for their reliability. I have my 2nd Tundra and maintain the 1st Tundra for my good friend. They're excellent vehicles!

[@cardo1111]

Can't go wrong with a Taco 👍🏽

[@MatthewLowryUSA]

Dude, this guy and others on YT have saved me so much money showing me how to work on my cars.

[@dwgjr330]

yep I am a Subaru guy and Mr Subaru has been great. Bought a Toyota and found this channel - damn!

[@hipsilantro27]

he just throwing out valuable information others will charge for, I hope people recognize and appreciate (and learn) from his humility. Thanks AMD

[@hipsilantro27]

AMD give us an update on your camry pls

[@BubblesTheCat1]

And the awesome Lexus 600k. Remember, my offer still stands to come and drive it gently to a million😅

[@bigcountry6852]

I love ADM gentleman’s agreement !!! Wow, that is unheard of these days !! The Car Care Nut isn’t nuts, he is old school and that’s what makes his informative videos so cool. Also his way of bringing everybody together on the same playing field by using the word “folks” This is classic old school as it gets 😀 Old school in this case is a truly great thing.

[@GabrielePresicci]

I can't believe how lucky we are to have You as Master Technician of our Toyota. Thank You !!

[@Vandebirt]

An older gentleman gifted me his 94’ Land Cruiser he no longer drives and was sitting on the side of his house for over 5 years. Being this my first Toyota I’m really excited to bring this vehicle back on the road again. Thank You for all this useful information and all you do!

[@corralescruiser8957]

The 80 series is probably the best Land Cruiser Toyota made. They can be very expensive to repair though.

[@ruthnoya8424]

Wow, lucky you! Gifted a land cruiser

[@k6-3spetznazhelmet]

Good Luck!

[@macegarage9603]

Amazing

[@DeepakSharma-cl5rn]

You are the most honest auto technician out there. God Bless and keep up the good work in sharing your wisdom.

[@xxxxxxxx3476]

What a guy !! A gentleman with a heart of gold .

[@brandonwaddell2583]

My wife has a 2013 highlander with the 2GR-FE. I’ve replaced AC compressor and belt, all 4 struts, 4 sway bar links, complete brake job, and I installed her a new radio with CarPlay, all in the last 8 months….Ive worked on this car more than I would like to 😂

[@islamicwaylive]

Did you use quick struts or the did you change the struts an reuse the old springs ?

[@brandonwaddell2583]

@@islamicwaylive the former lol

[@ruthnoya8424]

Quick struts are so low quality

[@brandonwaddell2583]

@@ruthnoya8424 opinions vary…

[@walter.bellini]

Great job! I would say you might need to do the A/C Evaporator at some point, and the TPMS sensors batteries are reaching their battery limits of about 10 years. Make sure you are testing the radiator fluid quality and brake fluid to assure they are not end of life and need changing. Cheers

[@justinstrickland4199]

have saved thousands on my lexus rx330 05 thanks to this channel. everything from parts ordering and sourcing accurately to diagnosing common fixes. Very satisfying to see another professional who puts passion in his purpose before profit. its so hard to find any valuable information from anywhere these days, someone who recognizes the level of attention to detail and impressive effort of Toyotas purpose built designs for reliability and user friendly DIY and maintenance for them to last such a long time. Its only thanks to mechanics like this that there are toyotas with over 600,000km that people love to brag about. Its a great feeling when you drive a vehicle that has been done over inside and out by your own hands and you get to see the level of craftmanship and artistry in the beautiful machines and also know how to keep them running for hopefully the rest of our lifetime and into the next generations. Thank you for these videos and this channel. As always God Bless!!

[@weloveups831]

Just love this man's Channel!

[@JenniferJohnson-fh8fx]

Am I a DIY mechanic? No. Am I even certain how to check the oil in my Toyota? No. Did I watch this whole video? Absolutely!

[@desertdanblacksmith1394]

thank you so much for you have made my life more rewarding by showing me how to repair my first toyota "Cherry" 92 Camry........I turn 68 tomorrow!

[@GregoryRamsey]

9 toyotas since 1982. Change oil every 5k miles and coolant every 5 years and you’re golden. Just my opinion.

[@mrd.808]

That's where I started oil change, brake pads and tire rotations. Remember to make sure to change out the oil gasket on the oil drain plug. Also, check that the oil filter gasket comes off along with the oil filter. Big oil spill mess can happen. Awesome YT channel, Boss.

[@jimv77]

So for the first 25 years of my life I was too cheap/novice to replace the oil drain plug gasket. Removed and replaced every time. Never leaked. Proper oil level on the dipstick always. Does anyone have actual horror stories of this?

[@BubblesTheCat1]

Nah, you can sometimes reuse them multiple times. Problem is, if it leaks, you'll have to drain the oil again. My Nissan Sunny uses a copper washer, and I've reused it forever. No leaks 😅

[@fflynnful]

I have rarely replaced an oil plug gasket. I do oil changes at between 3 and 5k miles. I have never had an oil leak. Maybe I've just been lucky. I've been servicing my own cars since 1975.

[@BubblesTheCat1]

@@fflynnful me2

[@thardyryll]

@@jimv77I am 69 and did my first oil changes at age 15. I have owned nearly 100 vehicles requiring oil changes - and have nine right now. The only time any oil change has resulted in a leak was several years ago when I did not notice that a Bosch filter on my Ram 2500 left its gasket behind. Yes, two gaskets will NOT seal. Been changing the oil on my 2008 RX-350 every six months for more than 125,000 miles and have never, not once, replace the oil pan drain plug gasket. There might not even be one. Changed the oil a week ago. Drips? Not one, ever. But I might just get a new gasket. Maybe.

[@Rickmakes]

I'm glad you mentioned getting the factory service manuals. Modern cars use a lot of alloys and plastics. It is very easy to over-torque things. It is reassuring to look the torque up in the manual. I recently bought a factory service manual for a Honda Odyssey on DVD (PDF) for around $50 shipped to my house. I've done thousands of dollars worth of service to this vehicle so it paid for itself easily.

[@Rickmakes]

@@JakeforJesus Google is a great resource but the factory service manual is more reliable for finding correct procedures and torque values. I've seen many forum posts and such where people are sharing the incorrect torque values.

[@fizout]

@@Rickmakes I think his point is that the pdf can probably be found by searching online, so someone is charging $50 to put it on a DVD. Is the DVD pdf manual from Honda? I don't see Honda offering any pdf manuals for sale; they have a subscription as with Toyota and it costs $30 for 1 day of access.

[@Rickmakes]

@@fizout Honda doesn't offer PDFs for sale. They have authorized Bishko to sell them similar to how Helm is authorized to sell factory service manuals for Toyota. I'm not going to downloaded pirated manuals unless there is no other legit way to get them.

[@fizout]

@@Rickmakes That's great if you got an authorized factory service manual for $50. I suspect the concern of the other commentor was about paying for the "free" manuals. I found Bishko's Honda service manuals, though unfortunately I don't see Helm offering Toyota service manuals for the models I searched, only owner's manuals and other documents.

[@Rickmakes]

@@fizout Helm had a manual for my 1997 Land Cruiser but not one for my 2000 Land Cruiser. I'm guessing they definitely aren't available for newer stuff.

[@mikedunlap6032]

No one is as good or as focused as you. I thank you

[@hooozzmarwan2239]

In your channel, you are presenting the most useful information, putting your years of experience in the viewers hands. Keep it up man.. you are the one. Specially the optimistic smile on your face. Thank you very much 👍

[@rightlanehog3151]

AMD, 'Know your limits' is my guiding principle before attempting work on my precious car. We can 🤝on that right now! 😁

[@Rickmakes]

I agree with that for the most part but I think it is good to also push your limits in a practical manner. If someone has the means, get a spare car, truck or SUV to wrench on. This way you aren't risking your daily driver being out of service and you can take your time to tackle larger jobs and hone new skills.

[@jdesaavedra0432]

I really like the canister filter. I utilize the drain each time and get no oil on anything. I can look at the filter each time and head off any problems. I've done most all operations on every vehicle since 1970. I'm big on following the procedures on airbags. You, sir, have added to the knowledge base of countless DIY mechanics who want to do things right.

[@ericpolak2915]

Bedankt

[@HR-wd6cw]

The last part is very important. I had a friend who was for the most part a garage mechanic (although everything he knew was self taught; no formal training except maybe a few overview classes at the local community college). Long story short, he was doing a brake job and because he wanted to do it himself and save $50 on a brake job, he took it upon himself to bleed his own brakes (this was not a Toyota but it's still a good lesson for everyone). He proceeded to bleed the brakes, but in doing so, broke off the bleeder screw on the caliper, which cannot be repaired and the caliper had to be replaced. So his $100 savings went right out the door because not only did he have to replace the caliper, but also the brake line as he broke that trying to replace the caliper himself. Had he just paid someone $50 to bleed the brakes (his other friend who is a certified mechanic with the tools) he could have saved hmself about $150 a several hours of frustration. I used to pre-fill filters but only when they could be screwed on right-side-up (ie the filter sat upright, but this is usually only on larger SVs and trucks, at least to where you can get to them and screw them on. But yeah for the few seconds it may take for oil to pump to the filter, the car will be fine as you only do this once every 4-6 months and the brief few seconds there is no oil in the filter is not an issue on a typical car. I stopped pre-filling filters when I had to do side mounted ones (ones that mounted sideways) and it really didn't matter. The other thing about prefilling the filter is you do run the risk of possibly over-filling the oil if you don't do the oil change correctly (and that can be FAR FAR worse than the minor (very very minor wear) there might be by not pre-filling the filter when installed).

[@sleepysamk1400]

Ahmed , you are the king of Toyota

[@Jacob1986]

All should be comfortable doing fluid checks, refills, check/change bulbs, cabin filter change, air filter change, wiper change and regular cleaning.

[@auginater4200]

Battery and changing a flat and oil changes and brakes and suspension all easy peasy you just need the tools and the know how! & safety first !!

[@Jacob1986]

Yeap 100% just saying any person should know the basics

[@DTBaker-gq4fd]

Just about finished installing a new engine in my ES300; your channel is invaluable. I hope you love what you do as much as we love your presentations. Excellently done!!

[@jamram9924]

This is my 3rd career after spending my early adult life in the US military. My father was a gasoline/diesel master technician, but along the transfers from one base to another, college evening courses that resulted in acquiring 2 degrees, I kept my automotive skills as current as possible. Now, I am working with 2 younger guys from our church that opened an automotive repair shop. I have learned from them as they learn from me. TCC is one my favorite Toyota/Lexus channels I often frequent. AMD has been a blessing to me with his wreath of expertise/knowledge. Although, I do not always agree on certain things (KYB starts and shocks vs. Toyota brand- hahaha), we all have the same focus. Taking care of customer, but most importantly being transparent and honest with them. Today, I learned one additional thing from AMD and that was a blessing! Amen, AMD, amen!

[@spelunkerd]

One tip I'll offer is to shop around for even OEM parts. I installed a block heater in our Lexus 400h, and I realized that the same gasoline engine was also used by Toyota. Our local Lexus dealer wanted $150 Canadian dollars for that heater (part only), and Toyota in another city wanted $50 Canadian for the identical part with identical part number. Evidently the luxury line is justification for some dealers to take advantage.

[@1ZZFE]

Im glad to find this channel on YT. I started learning and DIY my own cars about 6 years ago when I had enuff of the workshops and mechanics smoking me out on their BS advices to over sell me a whole system (like AC, brakes, transmission, etc), and of course the feeling of being ignorant about how car works. I started mainly with channels like Chrisfix, Scotty Kilmer, Schrodingers Box, etc. I can say that one has to really go through some troubles so real lessons can be learnt. Btw I'm from a small country in, SE Asia where cars prices are really expensive, and I have to 1st work on bringing my tools to my Toyota, which is parked in a multi-story car park, before hands the car itself. This channel is a gem to me!

[@russrockino-rr0864]

Very good Info AMD. Some I already knew as DIY, Others I did not know. I have owned Toyotas for 42 years and love them.

[@adrian-xy7zt]

Love your channel. Keep them coming.

[@geecrawdad]

The only way I get through those bigger jobs is by writing down every step and detail, especially when I think , Oh, I'll remember that. I usually don't. Bag and label the nuts and bolts or leave them in place. Factory manuals. Parts laid out in order of removal. Tips from guys on the related forums. But this is on older cars. Now we've got a 2020 Corolla. Oh boy. I'll be watching this channel religiously.

[@wannabe-mechanic]

Hi Amd, i truly like this series of diy-instructions vids of yours. please do more of this and teach us ignorant peasants :) i love this. take carre

[@DTBaker-gq4fd]

I must say I have had excellent outcomes following your recommendations on using genuine (Toyota) parts for my Lexus. ( local Toyota dealer accommodates me when I bring in the part number or VIN.) very often the slightly higher cost is worth it because I have never had a fake part or any problem. Ever, in 20 years….genuine parts pay off every time. Thank you.

[@dougrobinson8602]

Good stuff. Here's another tip. Before you disconnect your battery, make sure you have the code to input into the radio or head unit to activate it. Sometimes there's a sticker on your glovebox, but don't bet it will be there. A good dealer tech will write it in the owner's manual, but that's not always the case, as you'd imagine. Find your code before you end up a car with no tunes. A MAF code can also be caused by a vacuum leak in the induction system. There are specific cleaners for MAF sensors. I'd get a can of that instead of using generic carb cleaner or degreaser. That can will last a lifetime. If you plan to do your own oil changes and also plan to keep a vehicle for many years, install an oil pan drain valve. You can put a hose on it, and keep oil from going where you don't want it. They are also great for drawing oil samples cleanly.

[@lightning611]

Thank you AMD. I heartily agree on knowing your limits. Listen to your gut intuition. Even if you can eventually complete the repair, sometimes the frustration involved is not worth it. Peace of mind is worth a lot. Knowing a trusted mechanic has done the job properly and has taken no shortcuts is gold to me. Happy wrenching all.

[@markphilippsjr]

Know your limits. Well said. You are a gift love the content!

[@bfrost7]

my brother in christ, i would love for a recommendation shop in Miami or maybe an angie's list of shops the Care Care Nut would approve. Finding a good mechanic is like finding a good barber, it's for life, sadly not too many consistent shops down here or that i know of.

[@davidraborn3654]

I always get the Haynes manual for a car before repair or Maintanance. My Grandfather refurbished ModelT and A Engines. He fixed everything. Love your vids.

[@MichaelGolpe]

19:30 Thank you and be blessed, Ahmed!

[@fflynnful]

My 1998 camry is now at 278,000 miles. I replaced the timing belt today. The mounting bracket at the engine front (right side of the car) is "interesting" to get to, but not impossible. I enjoy and learn much from your videos. Thank you. As far as I know, the belt installed today is number 4 for this engine. It is a 5s-fe, 4 cyl 2.2.

[@Doug-pu5tf]

For DYI oil changes, I highly recommend a simple switch. Replace your drain plug with a Fumoto drain valve. It is a small ball valve that allows you to drain your oil by simply opening the valve. It has a safety lock so it will never open unless you open it. Makes draining oil easy and mess free. Drain it directly into a jug or whatever you want. No fuss, no mess. In addition, the Car Care Nut recommended the MyTvac vacuum pump for brake fluid flush. I bought one and it works like a charm. I have a 2021 Tacoma Off-road and do all maintenance saving thousands by not going to the dealership. I also abide by the advice to use OEM parts. Do your research on forums and repair vids, manuals and don’t get in over your head. If you take good care of your car it will serve you well. Thanks Car Care Nut! You are awesome for sharing your knowledge! God’s blessings to you.

[@Jeff_C_2112]

AMD - Thanks for all you do - this is by far the best Toyota owners channel I've found on YT !!

[@mattmc8391]

I love your modesty, however you have to be one of the top ten Toyota techs in the country. Knowing your limitations is huge and I’m glad it was mentioned. I sometimes don’t give myself enough credit for knowing what I know … I’d rather have that attitude than being boisterous about my abilities .

[@moose354]

Ahmed, another great instructional video. You are a true public servent. Thanks for all that you do for the Toyota community.

[@letzrockitrite8469]

So glad for this channel ... great informative facts from a seasoned professional who's sharing tricks of the trade and time/money saving helpful hints .. love it

[@jong4203]

Brother thank you for your time and knowledge. You definitely know your stuff and i appreciate you spreading your love and knowledge about toyota. Have a blessed one

[@jdub976]

It is something so simple but those drain plug gaskets are great. Those things never leak and it is very easy to tell when you are tight enough. No clue what the material is but they work perfectly. Wish I could get them for all my cars.

[@Lotfatb8]

Thank you AMD, for more invaluable tips. It's so nice to work on my vehicle, knowing that I'm getting professional tips along the way.

[@claude1065]

Great advice from an experienced, knowledgeable, practical, and yet humble professional. Appreciate what you share with us!

[@fsmphoto1969]

I love you Ahmed, I feel like this video is as if I came to work for you and this is day one. You are setting the ground rules for how I'm going to work on my car. It's great - I always look forward to watching your videos. Thanks again!

[@coloradoboo1071]

In my early days, I didn’t check the rubber gasket in the spin-on oil filter and put the new one in over it. Yep, 6-quarts of oil comes right out pretty quick when you start the car!!!

[@willpage79]

Im became a diy within 6 months hit a few speed bumps i but alongs you complete the job thats what counts

[@redwine1671]

The Car Care Nut my hero!!!!!

[@CarmenKely-vi5ss]

Thanks again for the information on the MAF sensor. You saved me over $100.00. I hooked up my xtool d7s scanner and ran the test on the cal load and got over 90 percent at full throttle. Thanks again. Money saved problem solved.

[@seamasrigh2162]

Thank you AMD. I knew a lot of this already but the inspiration you give is so helpful and refreshing.

[@haykrang9361]

You’re the only mechanic to encourage me to change the water pump on my 08 Sienna. I appreciate your input. The best YT, my boss I wish I can work with or for you in your shop you really inspired me to fix my own car especially Toyota.

[@clarajulio2024]

I have done , gs300 valve cover gaskets, twice on spark plugs, a newish OEM radiator, a complete brake job, both lower controls arms, new spark plugs wires…….. shop did the springsnanstruts .. I ain’t touching those bombs lol😂

[@mikemaccracken3112]

Thanks for the videos. I appreciate all that you do to help us Toyota owners.

[@GeneralElectricCNC]

Great advice! If you don't think that you can put it back together, Don't take it apart! I use the camera on my phone to take alot of reference photos while I'm working on intricate things, then after I'm done I delete them. It's not a good feeling to find "Extra Parts" when you're done! Thanks again!

[@xxxxxxxx3476]

Been there 😢 Good advice 😅

[@AP-2834]

You are a highly valuable resource here on youtube. Thank you for helping millions!🎉❤⚘️👍

[@skf6199]

Hitting the like button even before watching.

[@krassimirpetrov7131]

This is the best channel ever , he reminds me of myself ! I love doing this right. It’s sad I never got into fixing cars but I do it myself on my many cars

[@MrRasa2302]

Bought a Toyota Auris(Corolla), 2018., Black Edition e180, with 1.6 petrol 1zr-fae engine, dual vvti with valvematic, 4 cylinder 16 valve, manual 6 speed. With 50000km(30000 miles) on it. Love the car. Thanks for the advices.

[@zuhayrali4202]

Great video! Any plans to review the new GX550 soon?

[@MartoMr]

Great channel, great instructor. Addicted to your videos. I own a 2014 Tundra Platinum and have owned other Toyotas. Keep up the good work. God bless!

[@maroshek19]

Doing some work on your car helps you understanding what it takes to repair things and many times you find out things that need attention. I have to clean my battery terminals tomorrow 😆

[@javig5045]

Javi G. was here and rack up another awesome video from Ahmed, It's like we have the inside scoop, no we do have the inside scoop on priceless information thanks to Ahmed, thank you sir.....

[@johncaruana6406]

Can’t stress enough how careful you have to be around airbags. They are so powerful. I remember being involved in airbag testing and the first roof rail airbag we set off blew the assist handle right off its mounting. Sure got my attention!

[@jonathanratliff4780]

Knowledge and information we get from only a truly superior Toyota and Lexus technician. Thank you my friend for your diligence in helping so many this was enjoyable to hear and good to learn!!

[@kiwiasian]

I’ve been watching your videos for a while from when you had 10-20k subs, and can see you’re now close to 1m subs! I really enjoy the technical content. Clearly you’re doing all the right things 👍

[@davidochoalarios3022]

Definitivamente uno de los mejores canales para los que nos gustan los autos y cuidarlos. Sinceramente muchas gracias por tan valiosa información. Bendiciones para usted😊

[@hurstbear]

AMD, as always, thank you for your educational videos. Your experience is beyond measure. Much appreciated. God Bless!

[@MikeRobison-y4e]

wrong! there are no other mechanics better than you. your videos are better than anyones. i recently bought a 2004 xle v6 camry. i love the car. i wish you where here in orlando to return my car to its glory.

[@jeffyeee5098]

Your the man. Very knowledgeable. I go to you before anybody.

[@zeroelus]

"Know your limits" as someone who's increasingly DIYer around his house...yeah that part is important be it cars or home, and it's easy to be overconfident if you have some success early on. With cars not so much, but with home repair I've been increasingly DIYer and it was fine and dandy until I tried to replace my bathroom's outlet with a proper GFCI one (living in Mexico these are not required by code...but why not add safety) and found a mess of wires and a non contact voltage tester beeps angrily at the ground wire, I won't tackle a pre-existing ground fault and will have someone help me, cause I don't want to burn my house down. Happy to shake on that agreement sir! And thanks for all the valuable information you upload on this channel, mindset and the way you problem solve is applicable even if we use cars from other brands.

[@qa7103]

Your videos are awesome, would love to see detailed videos on some of the more technical stuff like fuel trims

[@TodayzTomSawyer]

A couple things that I do to add to the ease of the oil change process: I get my filters from a dealer that gives discounts when purchased online. Saves a bit of $$. I also install a Fumoto drain valve in the oil pan. I've put them on my last truck and current 4R...well over 20 years, now, with no issues. I got them with the nipple so I could attach a bit of hose and it drains right into the pan. No stripping of threads from multiple oil changes. It does take longer to drain and leaves a bit more oil in the pan, but its insignificant. I don't know about all of Toyota's cars, but wouldn't put on a valve where it would be hanging down and might get hit. Both of my vehicles were/are higher and don't have this issue (4R is lifted, too).

[@striderwolf687]

Almost to 1 million subscribers! Says a lot about the channel and you!

[@TintStyle]

I like that word “week end warrior” 😂😂. I always work on my ride every week end. Thanks again for sharing valuable tips man.

[@petayV8]

After researching, sometimes ill practice in the junk yard l too, that way im fully confident going into something.

[@MR3DDev]

This why I love this channel.

[@khybersafi9137]

Great video AMD. Here's an idea for a future video in regards to DIY, must-have tools every DIY guy should have to work on Toyota/Lexus.

[@Vanuatoo]

I've got lot of theoretical knowledge but only dared to the following: air filter change, cabin air filter change, rear and front diff oil change, transfer case oil change, transmission oil change, power steering fluid change, cooling change, cleaned MAF once, rear light bulbs, greased propeller shaft :)

[@jennifurzoe1302]

What about if it ain't broke fix it till it is..,not a mechanic or Toyota/Lexus owner but this dude explains it very well and knows those vehicles very well.

[@davej6222]

I like watching these videos even though my newest Toyota is only a 2000 Solara (v6 manual with trd supercharger) and my oldest is 1972 Corolla te27. Still lots of pertinent information, love watching your content.

[@ajmpatriot4899]

“We’re not just parts replacers here” Love it!

[@grenademagnet9516]

Looking forward to your review of the new tacoma! I can't wait. I hope the hybrid model comes out soon. I would love to get my hands on one.

[@NYstranger74]

Man on my Avalon I've done the rear struts and end links, brakes on both axles 2x, 2 transmission drain and fills, oil, took the fender off and pounded out and re painted deer damage, blower motor, battery, and things I probably forgot.

[@kcm732]

never prefilled an oil filter in. my. life. thank you CCN.

[@RustyZipper]

Nothing like slamming 60 psi of oil through a bone dry paper filter element …

[@mucialmichaud8020]

​@RustyZipper how many you heard a filter is damaged because it was prefilled upon installation? How about the filters that are upside-down like most BMW? What's the process of pre-filling them? I'm waiting for your answer

[@BubblesTheCat1]

I don't prefill, but disable my car's spark plugs and then just crank it a bit to fill the filter without the engine starting. This is an older vehicle with HT leads 😂😂

[@mucialmichaud8020]

​thats crazy @labourlawact7826

[@BubblesTheCat1]

@@mucialmichaud8020 Not really. It doesn't damage anything, fills the filter slowly, without the engine running dry for the first few seconds. It may put a tiny amount of wear on the starter motor, but I have yet to repair/replace a starter on this 24 year old car 😁

[@gman6081]

Ahmed you are a treasure ! A vast wealth and supply of knowledge. Thank you teacher. And as always, a man has gotta know his limitations. Thank you again for all of your videos.

[@gwrider2146]

Bless you AMD for all you, your family, and your crew do to help those of us watching your channel (me, hanging onto the meaning of every word you're saying 😅). Because of you I've tackled successfully some fairly advanced diagnostics and repair work on my vehicles (including my Honda Goldwing😁). The most recent being disassembly of the top of the engine to replace the hidden knock sensors & wiring on a 1mz-fe 3.0L (6 hours to do) and replacing a buried deep inside the center of the bike, the air filter on a 2 year old Honda Goldwing (also 6 hours to do!)

[@hohlasae]

Love you Man ! I love your Seminar style Videos !

[@Charkatak]

Hi AMD, I am asking this question here as you specialize on Toyota/Lexus/Scion vehicles. I found 2006 Lexus IS250 AWD for sale with ~120k miles. According to Carfax, car had 3 owners (personal use) and all of them owned this car between 5 to 6 years and most maintenance items were indicated as completed (by Lexus dealer) such as: 5k oil changes, differential fluid, spark plugs, brakes/rotors and so on. Car was driven in 2 non-snow states. I did search online for issues on this model, however want your opinion too.

[@mmytacist]

on my 2006 Sienna, I drew the "home mechanic" line at the coolant leak in the "valley of death". Having successfully done plugs in the prior 2 years, I knew I did not want to go down any further...

[@gnagdogg21]

God bless you sir! I have owned two Pontiac Vibes (aka Toyota Matrixes) and your videos have helped me in so many ways. I’ve been able to share many of them with friends also.

[@Livinmylife-CM]

AMD, thank you for this video, sir, and all that you do for us and our Toyota/Lexus. This was very informative, and I hope to see more of these types of videos in the future. God bless you, sir.

[@kenty6973]

Thank you, AMD. I love your DIY episode.