Toyota Tacoma Timing Chain Troubles - P0016

[@gmcman355crazy]

For someone that works on there own stuff to bring it to you to diagnose means he respects your opinion and trusts you work . I know because if I ask someone for help on a vehicle it means I trust there opinion . This is one of the best channels on KZbin. And I love learning new ways of diagnosing from you so I thank you !!!!

[@M.TTT.]

agreed, I work on my 2005 4.0 Tacoma, hoping I can make it to 300k miles at leasy before I have to worry about this, I'm at 158k now

[@williamfindspeople4341]

Yep that second opinion does count.

[@kamranniaisapervert54years27]

What?

[@SportFury1966]

And halfway through that miserable job stretching (heh) closer to 15 hours, he'll start to regret not letting Wes do it.

[@Grapplerfan]

Want to confirm by unbolting inspection plate on timing cover and look at chain tensioner piston to see if extended out from original position

[@audikris]

I think all of the variety of your projects makes your channel even better! Many of us out here own similar things (golf carts, atvs, tractors, dishwashers etc) and seeing how you work on them is super valuable! Keep it up, you're doing great!

[@assessor1276]

Totally agree. It is so nice to see an engineer working with his hands and bringing the extra skills to the task.

[@Watchyn_Yarwood]

Most definitely!!

[@WatchWesWork]

Good to hear!

[@harrywalker5836]

@@WatchWesWork i had an f100 78, used sump of oil to tank of gas..started first time every time, never missed a beat. isnt tech wanderfull.. as before, excellent vids. keep em coming. ausie..

[@oldgadget1]

doesn't matter what you're working on .. I'm watching

[@86FxBdyCpe]

I'll second that my friend.

[@mohabatkhanmalak1161]

The wife has got control of the TV remote watching one of them hospital based soaps, so I am happy watching Wes on the tube. The peace holds.

[@Paramount531]

This is better than anything on television, though my wife would strongly disagree.

[@SammyFender]

Wes 2 days in a row??? Well, that's a lotto win if there ever was one! And just finished a VGG video. And I thought retirement was my big win!!

[@SSammy-1]

VGG and Wes are the most bang for buck for content for many smiles per view.

[@Frank-Thoresen]

@@SSammy-1 And add Mustie1

[@mattunderwood4352]

I would add Jonathan W to the list.

[@danssmokintreasures]

Same thing. Love my Derick videos.

[@hgj2019]

Agreed, but throw Matt's offroad recovery and Fab Rats into that mix and you got a grand slam.

[@willb3018]

I love the diagnostic videos. Wes is great at that. Sort of an OBD2 Kenobi. May the scanners be with you always.

[@WatchWesWork]

Thanks 👍

[@gregh7457]

if you like the techie scanner stuff you will like scannerdanner and diagnose dan channels. diagnose dan does some really complex bmw problems that the bmw dealership sends him when they can't figure it out

[@willb3018]

@@gregh7457 Thanks! I'll have to check 'em out. Do either have a cool dog hanging around? That's a bonus. 😁😉

[@glencaple3888]

Owned a '94 Toyota p/u. It had a 3.0 V6, 4wd, manual, w/ext. cab. Had the timing belt changed twice. First time at about 85k miles. Took it to a dealer to have something done for an unrelated recall. Dealer was great guy and asked if since the engine was being opened up if I wanted to have timing belt changed. Absolutely, I said. I just had to pay for the parts. How cool was that?! Then at about 175k miles I changed the belt myself. Used a Haynes manual. Took me about 8-9 hours to change the belt. Never did one before. It wasn't too difficult. Needed a few special tools and had to drain/remove the radiator. The engine compartment on that '94 was nowhere near as cram-packed as the one shown in your video. Really liked that truck but rust from road salt got to the frame. Good video.

[@grendelthewise1971]

I have a 2001 Tacoma. It just turned 20 years old. It has 257350 miles on it. Still original timing chain and clutch. The truck always goes above and beyond

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

"Liquid Electrical Tape" is Butyl Acetate. An LP record mixed with acetone. If your can gets hardened- don't throw it away. Add acetone and stir until desired consistency is reached. A sandwich baggie or square of trash bag with an "X" for brush over can before lid will help with evaporation. Mrs. Wes probably has "nail polish remover". The gelatin and Limonene won't effect the base properties.

[@IR-nq4qv]

Many will agree Wes the channel is not going off the rails, being versatile and mixing it up with all kinds of machines and equipment is awesome!!! 👍👍Keep it up!!

[@johnraetz6748]

Wes it doesn't matter what you're working on. I enjoy your personality and sense of humor. I like that you show the process you use to diagnose issues in your videos. Keep up the great work!!!

[@alwayssearching1882]

Wes' technical explanations make my head hurt but I love the pain. He's brilliant.

[@beergin64]

You are the "Einstein" of any engine repair who loves to share knowledge with everybody and anybody who is willing to learn. New or late model cars or any machine doesn't matter you fix them any way especially electrical trouble shooting and repair. I am one of your avid followers and many vehicle owners who watches your vlog would love you to be their "go to" mechanic. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@kc123photo123]

I have a 2006 Tacoma with a 4.0 with 374k miles on it. Same engine, same transmission... it still gets driven everyday.

[@cndream1]

"You name and we had it" Yep and loving every minute of it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@somethingelsehere8089]

Easy diag/concrete confirmation for P0016 is to look at the tensioner - if it is fully extended, it needs the chain. It requires some disassembly, but removes any doubt.

[@Aengus42]

I really enjoy the detective work of the diagnostics. Having a guess at "Who done it?" myself when you describe the symptoms and then seeing if I was close during the epilogue. "It was the butler in the oil galleries using some sludge!"

[@marcryvon]

As an old geezer who *used* to do most of his cars maintenance and repair, I'm flabergasted by all that modern testing and diagnose equipment ! Pure chinese to me. Hey, the farest I ever went is reading the codes on my baby, a 1988 Fiero GT with the OBD1 system. Using a piece of wire in the receptacle and counting the number of flashes I get on the dash ! And I felt like a winner ! So, hats off to you Wes and the other young guns fixing the multiple gizmos on modern cars ! Brilliant and Impressive. PS When you say the guy does most of his repairs himself - sure, after you pinpointed his problems, I felt a bit... pissed off for you. As my old friend and mechanic said to me once, regarding some of his (cheap) ex-clients : "When you go to a restaurant, do you bring your own steak ? Do you cook it yourself to save on service on the bill ? " 🙄 😝 Take care, young Man !

[@Paramount531]

I do my own work, if I needed diagnosis I would pay for it as I am sure this guy did. That is not like bringing my own steak to a restaurant.

[@07decker]

Not sure how I found your channel, but glad I did. I am a retired Toyota technician in Ontario, Canada. I love your "I'm not scared of anything" approach, you tackle just about anything. You seem honest and eager to learn. Just thought I would let you know that that Tacoma chain would last another 220K miles without breaking. I remember the old 22RE's that would come in with an oil leak. The chain had cut right through the front timing cover, but it still ran like a champ. Keep the video coming, I would much rather watch your videos than the news these days!!

[@WatchWesWork]

He probably would not have even fixed it except that the cruise control does not work with the check engine light on.

[@danf4616]

Well it's cold and rainy outside. So after a hard week of doing nothing, I think I'll do something productive and watch Wes! 😁

[@hgj2019]

Wes, we all LOVE your content. No need to get greasy, you could just sit at the confuser and TALK about diagnostics and we'd all be on the edge of our seats. Keep 'em coming my friend. They're ALL GOOD!

[@TheJmich2001]

1/4 inch of harness slack times 10 million is a whole lot of wire! Nice video, thank you!

[@WatchWesWork]

A guy can dream...

[@gibsonn14]

I did the timing chain(s) replacement on an 09 FJ cruiser with the same engine in the fall. I think it took me about 12 hours, and used the Coyles set you had up on Rockauto. That job made a man out of me, but honestly nothing was too hard or complicated. Just have to take it step by step and think about what you're doing. I own my own mobile repair shop but I was on the fence about taking the job even though I've done plenty of head gaskets and other major jobs. But no big time local shops wanted to take the job, only wanted to replace the engine. Customer has driven it at least 20k miles now and so far so good!

[@WatchWesWork]

Nice! I don't understand why shops are afraid to do a 11 hour timing chain job, but are happy to spend 15 hours swapping an engine.

[@andyrobinson339]

Two Dub Dub Dubs in two days? Awesome. Gotta say this was way above my level of understanding. In fact the only part I really had a firm grasp on was that your light needed charging...but I still loved it!

[@WatchWesWork]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@aceelectriccompany1181]

I wonder if the people in your area realize how fortunate they are to have you in their area to work on their machinery. Great video as always.

[@duanedonaldson2262]

I just watched a YT video yesterday, when he forgot the engine cover sometime in the past, he told us his story of actually getting sued in court even after replacing the cover with a brand new OEM part, what a shame. I believe he did not lose his court case. Thanks for the known good waveform, there are not enough of these on YT.

[@captain3xtreme]

If you thought 11 hours for the timing chain was bad look up the knock sensors, by the book you have to pull a head off, you can probably cut the coolant crossover pipe out then replace it with a rubber line to make the job a lot faster though. If you're lucky all it would need is a knock sensor harness because rats love to chew them, then it's a dexterity test to unplug the old harness and put the new one on.

[@HamiltonvilleFarm]

When you were doing the math to get the 5* discrepancy I was like Patrick on spongebob squarepants 😂 "I can count to potato"

[@mischef18]

Love this reply bro.

[@patrickhathaway6178]

Me too. Lost me early in the math

[@iamthefatstig]

You and me both Brother!

[@WatchWesWork]

I let the computer do it for me!

[@jerrymcnealy35]

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[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I have done timing chains on These 4.0l Toyota V6s so many times i can get them done in 4 hours Teardown to Re install it can be a pain though I also was a toyota tech for 20 years @Watch Wes Work

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear Mr. Wes. I definitely don't know what you mean by what you said about the content of your great channel right at the beginning. At least I think that the "weird" stuff on your channel is way more interesting than this dry diagnosing stuff. But, as always, that's only my personal kind of taste respectively opinion. Some time ago this channel was recommended to me because of the rescuing stuff/work. Your last mission, the big forklift, was such a masterful video series that I'm still unable to do a comment that is appreciative enough. Not kidding at all! Best regards luck and health to all of you.

[@michaelwallace897]

It doesn't matter what you video you post, we love to watch wes work on anything.

[@sudd2685]

Working in showroom in High Point NC today at lunch break everybody was talking about what they watch on TV I told them I watch Wes Work. 👍

[@WatchWesWork]

And then they stared at you in silence...

[@sudd2685]

@@WatchWesWork yep, but they can barely put gas in their cars, thank you for your videos, take car of yourself young man.

[@davedemo8229]

omg 2 toyotas in one week. oh the humanity

[@chadbridges3507]

Scotty could not handle this!! I would like to ask Scotty how is brakes are on his Tundra, lol

[@merc-ni7hy]

i gatta say..you have done more in depth work in just 2 videos on toyotas..then scotty has done in the last 2 years ...you are a real mechanic and thats why i watch and on top of that ..i am gunna sub right now

[@WatchWesWork]

Yeah but he has 60 years of experience. He’s basically a human scan tool...

[@merc-ni7hy]

@@WatchWesWork he has 53 years as a mechanic...and does all his work in a driveway

[@rickt4552]

I'm impressed with your techy diagnostic skills ...

[@maybach6536]

It’s going to be another GREAT Sunday

[@alfstewart9585]

Your channels great you don't blabber on too much and keep things simple, keep it up

[@Odinvalknir]

I did the AFM delete on my silverado, and somehow managed to get the timing marks off by about 1 tooth. Truck ran seemingly fine, but was down on power a little. And thru the p0016 code. I finally went back in and liked everything back up and the code went away.

[@Spillmansgarage]

Good job! I don’t have a scope. It’s also a good way to verify the position sensors are reporting correctly. Unfortunately this is a pretty common issue with the early 1GR-FE engines. As you mentioned, there is an inspection cover on the timing cover. That’s the first thing I check. As the chains typically stretch over time, It develops oil rings on the shaft of the tensioner. An inspection mirror is pretty easy to get down there to see the marks on the tensioner. If the tensioner is run all the way out and it has a ton of rings on the shaft. That’s a good indication that it’s got a stretched timing chain.

[@timg8138]

When theres 4 mins left and Wes hasent torn into the engine, it's like watching a tv show and you know theres not enough time left to wrap up the story so we end up with a cliff hanger episode. Will the customer change the belt or not? We may never know.

[@waynewalston290]

This is my truck. Just finished the job last night. All codes are gone now and seems to be running better.

[@LAactor]

@@waynewalston290 was this quoted as an hour diag?

[@Blueshirt38]

@@waynewalston290 Did it end up taking 11.5 hours?

[@ulrichminky9495]

Southeast BC Canada. It was hot and sunny yesterday and right this minute it is snowing furiously. Love your channel.

[@WatchWesWork]

It's supposed to snow here tomorrow night.

[@tekvax01]

You know it's gonna be a good post when the oscilloscope and spreadsheets come out to play!

[@bigpardon]

Channel is totally not off the rails. I love all the different stuff you work on. I would “watch Wes work” on making a mahogany chess board. Actually, that would be a great video!

[@ArmyCop]

My ex-wife had the identical TRD, right down to the color. Gotta say, it was a great truck with a great engine. I think it's up near 200k; being driven around by someone in her new family now. I'd definitely own one again, despite being a pretty devoted Ford guy ordinarily.

[@mastertech7104]

Pico Scope is the way to go, It's part of the Toyota Essential tools program. Thanks for the Video Wes.

[@niteninja0133]

Now my Sunday can start

[@mattsutherland120]

My Sunday is just finishing..

[@dfross87]

@@mattsutherland120 Ditto. I'm thinking as soon as I've finished this beer, it'll time to hit the sack.

[@MightbeAmechanic]

Work is work ... videos are videos and I enjoy them all so keep it up.

[@jayreptar2467]

Love seeing usage of Picoscope. It's a pretty powerful software for diagnostics.

[@poolmotorrepairguyFL]

The Florida pool pump motor repair guy approved ! that was good info Wes

[@dwitcraft]

Thanks for the variety of different jobs

[@stevenarnette3926]

thanks for showing the 2006 f150 ford truck with the spark plug problem. same problem also. had new plugs put in about two months ago, shop found #8 plug loose . yo really help. thank you.

[@jonvenden4284]

The reason why I like your channel is the variety of things you work on. I see you and Marty T are both into dishwashers now. Nate over at Dirtlifestyle channel bought a new Tacoma this year. You hit the front headlight when the lights are on it will blow the fuse for the tail lights. He replaced the front grill with an aftermarket one and the front sensor for collision won't work. The transmission while going down a flat freeway will down shit two gears at random. The transfercase will shift into 4 lo on level ground only. Crawl control is pretty much worthless. Random check engine light comes on. The speakers are set at 90 % bias to the front. Awsome vehicle or maybe not.

[@mischef18]

Apart from you not doing the full job this was a good video bro. I love Hank's reply. Safe travels up your way

[@jeremyhelton984]

I hoping next week we get a washing machine video👍🔧

[@Itsjustme-Justme]

Yeah, I always wanted to know where all those socks go.

[@adamdnewman]

@@Itsjustme-Justme Put Max on the job of the missing socks

[@Itsjustme-Justme]

@@adamdnewman I'm not sure if he hunts for things that don't smell like mice.

[@JlerchTampa]

As the owner of a 2014 VW 3.0 TDI this video makes me nervous! :) Also, love that you showed the sensor test method and how to measure how out of whack it was.

[@SportFury1966]

After watching an old clip of John Twist (RIP) of University Motors, I don't slam hoods (bonnets) closed anymore. You lower them down, gently pushing though the safety catch, then with a hand on either side of the latch, a short, quick shove down to lock it in place. Then you pull up on the lip (or push down on flush-mounts) to make sure it is fully locked in place. Hand prints are a small price to pay compared to wearing out, knocking out of adjustment, or breaking the latch completely.

[@greener121]

cool, that cover adds 5 hp to the engine viewer, lol...2 videos and a live chat from Wes, what a week.

[@erikrunas226]

You can add not repairing something to that list of different content as of late. Still a great episode none the less. Keep them coming.

[@JD-ce4so]

The channel is Watch Wes Work..... not watch Wes work on vehicles. I don’t care what you work on. Dishwasher, implants, septic tank pump outlets we will watch you work.

[@gillgetter3004]

You missed outboard motors. Variety is the spice of life.Another great vid👍

[@jdretiree2433]

Even though this wasn't listed as Part 1, hoping for a part 2!!!!

[@ericcorse]

Boy that would have made a great repair video, c'est la vie.

[@alexyo3927]

Hey Wes. I love your videos. Today I had I had my headphones on and fell right asleep, your not boring just super calming And I was super sleepy

[@michaelheimbrand5424]

First time I am happy that my trusty Isuzu (Trooper 3.2) has a timing belt. Although, I am kind of still screaming in fear from when I replaced it and realized that it had the factory installed belt on it. That´s "factory" as in 250000km & 26 years.

[@M.TTT.]

wow thats a good bit of miles (158k or so), but only 50k miles or so more than regular maintenance probably.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I have worked on 38 of these 4.0L V6 engines in the last week they are a pain. On the crank Sensor the front main seal is easy peasy and harmonic balancer is easy peasy to fox though @Watch Wes Work

[@zweg1321]

Great video With watching your videos I’m glad I don’t have a newer vehicle to work on My vehicle that requires work is 30 years old so not that complicated I don’t miss my broken F150

[@korvtm]

Several years ago I was working on Chevy V6 that had a defective EGR valve.Replaced it with an aftermarket valve.Vehicle was used on a large manafactuing plant campus rarely driven over 10/15 MPH so extreme service.New EGR valve lasted about 5/6 months.Chevy EGRvalve would usually last about 1 year to 18 months.

[@MrTL117]

Well If the engine doesn't even have a timing chain.... Then it can never fail.. Thanks for the vid Wes!

[@Watchyn_Yarwood]

I thought I was watching Scanner Danner there for a while when you hooked up the PicoScope!

[@gerryforeman1618]

Interesting to see detailed diagnosis. That is a nice truck and it is a shame some parts are wearing out.

[@cgoodwin2875]

Great and informative video, as ever. I particularly love the very English sense of humour - the bit about the knowing it was a V6 VVTI was priceless. Thanks.

[@oneoldmansgarage7880]

Nice diagnostics Wes. Acetone work well to thin that liquid electric tape.

[@rickkcir9959]

I second that, acetone to thin liquid electrical tape.

[@boonedockjourneyman7979]

Your channel was never better. For God’s sake man, stop apologizing for being great. You’re 100% OK brother. 110%. I hear you.

[@iamthefatstig]

I don't care what you work on. Your methodical approach and diagnosis are interesting parts for me. And contrary to your own thoughts, a carb strip video can be very interesting and educational for those that have never done it. Some folk doesn't watch the same channels we do. I'd like to see a Wes Columbo investigation on a carb. Keep them coming...And did Max catch the mouse in the last Video? WE NEED TO KNOW! :D

[@somerandomguy3868]

Like you said, today it was Toyota's turn

[@WatchWesWork]

Right. Time catches them all.

[@CJ_Caster]

I was having a similar problem with my 02 Tundra with the 4.7 v8. I changed the ignition coils and it has appeared to have fixed the issue (for now). My truck has 303,xxx miles on the original engine and transmission

[@psavel274]

I remember when Toyota did the campaign on those with the whole frame debacle. Good diag work. That o-scope is nice. That engine seems like it runs well for the timing to be off although 5 degrees isn't huge, its definitely enough. I'd drive it as is unless it gets worse then just slap the timing kit in there. Poor Scotty.... hes probably having a bad dream and waking up in a cold sweat as we speak lol 🤣

[@sleeper98]

This is relevant to my interests. My 2005 Taco with 198k miles still going strong!

[@Itsjustme-Justme]

Ok, thumb is up, now i can start watching :)

[@markbowen3638]

Just love your diagnosis knowledge of these hi tech sensor led engine management systems. They way you explain it makes sense of how these work. Great content and once again learnt a lot from your explanation. Many thanks, keep em coming and we will watch!

[@stianabbedissen6598]

He forgot the beauty cover, I was thinking. Nope! He came back and bested that evil beast! 🐱‍👤😊

[@johnz8210]

That was cool with the scope - cam/crank correlation is one of the areas where that tool is the best one to pick for the job. Don't really need the scope that often, but it's kind of a must have for those kinds of timing codes.

[@TechGorilla1987]

@00:10 - "Off the rails...?" Serious business, Wes...this is the very reason that I am subscribed. Same with Mustie1 and every other channel I see you comment on. Random mechanical contrivances on display for me to learn from. Thank you.

[@tonyrum5808]

Wes you are using a beautiful camera just based on this vs previous videos!! Excellent clarity!

[@WatchWesWork]

Yeah it’s a lot better.

[@bostedtap8399]

Nice clean vehicle Wes, Christmas came early!!!!! Great vlog thanks for sharing

[@ianburit3705]

So, After the megernormous engine work, bonnet slammed shut, another great job done, and, you see 2 more bolts left out - HMMMM now whats thems fur sez Wes, OHHHH Its the tech description engine cover lads.. LOL/ think we all done It some time or other, so no worries eh..lol.. Thanks for yet another great Video.. Ian -- UK.

[@jerrydlaughrin2880]

I don’t care what you work on love to see all your videos thank you for everything you’re doing

[@alex4alexn]

damnnn, would love to see that timing chain be fixed by Wes!

[@TyphoonVstrom]

Quick and dirty way to check timing chain stretch is to pop a cam cover and rock the crankshaft back and forth. You can usually eyeball crank rotation before cam movement closely enough to indicate if it's an issue or not.

[@scottgm321]

I think it’s important for the common man to understand real diagnoses beyond what the guys at the auto parts store with a $25 scanner can tell you.

[@msnapp169]

Hell yea another early morning vid

[@CPthetooladdict]

Tip your can of liquid electric tape upside down when not using it it will never dry up again!! Great video Scotty will be sad!!

[@NickMyers1]

Is this because having the liquid tape all around the cap/lid area seals off the air from coming in?

[@FishFind3000]

5:38 you can just use windows defender or whatever the build in antivirus is called now. It’s free and works well.

[@tectalabyss]

Oh and I enjoy all your videos, Car's trucks ,bicycles. All good : )

[@tectalabyss]

Hi Wes. well done on the trouble shooting. All my very best.

[@pnowikow]

It's worth fixing. Nice work Wes

[@maxmorrey3199]

He wasn’t lyin abt 2 vids this weekend, awesome!

[@logicalguy488]

In relation to your comment on cam chain failure, in my experience they last a hell of a lot longer if you use good quality oil and change the oil at the correct intervals.

[@francisphillips8192]

you could have logged on to the pico waveform library and checked if there was a known good pattern , you can download it and lay the good pattern over top of yours, the screen can get cluttered but have used this quite a few times and it does work

[@jeffmitzel9862]

I’d love an in depth review of using the O-Scope..

[@Rotaris1]

thumb before seeing buddy this is good