How To Maintain Your Modern Toyota and Lexus Properly

Summary

This video from the Carina channel offers expert maintenance tips for Toyota and Lexus vehicles in 2024. The host, a Toyota Master diagnostic technician, shares oil change intervals, spark plug and coolant replacement advice, and emphasizes the importance of using original parts and fluids. Special attention is given to hybrid vehicles, with specific guidance on transmission and inverter coolant changes. The video also stresses the value of annual professional inspections and the pitfalls of DIY modifications, ensuring viewers can keep their cars reliable and well-maintained.

Takeaways

• 🛠️ Regular oil changes are crucial for engine maintenance; non-turbo or hybrid cars should have oil changed every 5,000 miles or 6 months, while turbo engines require it every 3,000-4,000 miles or 3-4 months.
• 🔌 For spark plugs in modern Toyotas, most can last up to 120,000 miles or 10 years, but specific engines like the 3.5L V6 2GR-FKS and turbo engines have intervals of 60,000 miles and 40,000 miles, respectively.
• 🚰 Coolant replacement should be done every 50,000 miles or 5 years for 'pink' or 'super long life' coolant, and every 30,000 miles or 3 years for 'red' coolant in older models.
• 🌬️ Air filters should be replaced as needed based on cleanliness; if dirty at 5,000 miles, replace, but if clean at 30,000 miles, no need to replace.
• 🔄 Drive belts should be inspected for wear and replaced as needed, with no specific interval but signs of cracks or wear indicating replacement.
• 💨 The PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) valve should be replaced around 100,000 miles or more on non-turbo cars, and between 40,000 to 60,000 miles on turbo cars or specific engines.
• 🛢️ Transmission fluid in sealed (no dipstick) Toyota and Lexus vehicles should be changed every 6 years or 60,000 miles, while older models using T-IV fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles or 3 years.
• 🔄 For hybrid vehicles, the transmission fluid should be replaced every 60,000 to 90,000 miles or 6 to 9 years, with newer models using a specific 'eexo te' fluid that also requires replacement every 60,000 miles or 6 years.
• 🔧 Differential and transfer case fluids in 4WD and manual transmission vehicles should be replaced initially at 30,000 miles, then every 50,000 miles for light use or every 30,000 miles for heavy towing or off-roading.
• 💡 Brake fluid should be tested for moisture content rather than replaced at a set interval, with Lexus performance models suggesting a replacement around 30,000 miles.
• 🔄 Power steering fluid and AHC (Adaptive High Control) suspension fluid should be replaced around 50,000 miles and 60,000 miles respectively, with signs of degradation indicating earlier replacement.

Q & A

What is the recommended oil change interval for a non-turbo or hybrid Toyota or Lexus vehicle?

For non-turbo or hybrid vehicles, the recommended oil change interval is every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.

How often should you change the oil in a Toyota or Lexus with a turbo engine?

For turbo engines, it is recommended to change the oil every 3,000 to 4,000 miles or 3 to 4 months for optimal reliability and longevity.

What is the general spark plug replacement interval for modern Toyota vehicles?

Most modern Toyota vehicles can go up to 120,000 miles or 10 years without needing spark plug replacement. However, specific engines like the 3.5L V6 2GR-FKS have a different interval.

What is the spark plug replacement interval for the 3.5L V6 2GR-FKS engine found in Lexus and Toyota vehicles?

For the 3.5L V6 2GR-FKS engine, the spark plugs should be replaced every 60,000 miles due to observed wear beyond this interval.

How often should the coolant be replaced in Toyota and Lexus vehicles with pink or super long-life coolant?

The pink or super long-life coolant should be replaced every 50,000 miles or 5 years, whichever comes first.

What is the maintenance interval for air filters in Toyota and Lexus vehicles?

There is no fixed interval for air filters. They should be replaced if dirty, regardless of the mileage, and can be left unchanged if clean even after 30,000 miles.

When should the drive belt in a Toyota or Lexus vehicle be inspected for replacement?

The drive belt should be inspected for signs of wear or damage, and there is no specific mileage interval. It's condition-based maintenance.

What is the recommended maintenance interval for the PCV valve in Toyota and Lexus vehicles?

For most vehicles, it's not a bad idea to replace the PCV valve after reaching over 100,000 miles. For turbo cars or specific engines, it might be recommended between 40,000 to 60,000 miles.

How often should the transmission fluid be changed in a Toyota or Lexus vehicle with a sealed transmission?

For sealed transmissions using WS fluid, the fluid should be changed every 6 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first.

What is the maintenance interval for hybrid transmissions in Toyota and Lexus vehicles?

Hybrid transmissions should have their fluid replaced between 60,000 to 90,000 miles, or every 6 to 9 years.

Why is it important to use original parts and fluids for maintenance in Toyota and Lexus vehicles?

Using original parts and fluids ensures the reliability and performance of the vehicle, as they are specifically designed and tested for Toyota and Lexus models.

Outlines

00:00

🔧 Engine Maintenance and Oil Change Recommendations

The first paragraph focuses on the fundamental aspect of car maintenance, particularly the engine. It emphasizes the importance of regular oil changes, suggesting every 5,000 miles or 6 months for non-turbo and hybrid cars, and every 3 to 4,000 miles or 3 to 4 months for turbo engines. The paragraph also addresses the changing recommendations for spark plugs, with modern Toyotas requiring replacement every 120,000 miles or 10 years, except for specific engines like the 3.5 L V6 2GR-FKS, which requires a change at 60,000 miles, and turbo engines, which should have spark plugs replaced every 40,000 miles.

05:02

🛠 Additional Engine and Transmission Maintenance

The second paragraph delves into further engine maintenance, including coolant replacement guidelines, which vary depending on the type of coolant—pink or red—with intervals of 50,000 miles or 5 years, and 30,000 miles or 3 years, respectively. It also touches on air filters, drive belts, and the PCV valve, advocating for 'as needed' replacements based on inspection rather than strict intervals. The paragraph transitions into transmission maintenance, advising on the replacement of transmission fluids for sealed and non-sealed transmissions, with specific intervals and conditions for various types of fluids and vehicles.

10:05

🚗 Fluid Maintenance and Hybrid-Specific Considerations

This paragraph discusses the maintenance of various vehicle fluids, such as brake fluid, which requires testing for moisture content, and power steering fluid, which typically shows signs of needing replacement around 50,000 miles. It also highlights the importance of replacing hydraulic suspension fluid every 60,000 miles to prevent costly repairs. The paragraph then shifts to hybrid-specific maintenance, including inverter coolant replacement and the cleaning of hybrid battery fans, emphasizing the significance of these tasks in prolonging the life of hybrid systems.

15:05

🔩 General Maintenance Tips and DIY Advice

The final paragraph offers general maintenance advice, advocating for annual professional inspections and the use of original parts and fluids to maintain the reliability of Toyota vehicles. It advises against modifying the original design for convenience and stresses the importance of using proper service procedures. The paragraph also addresses older Toyota models, discussing the maintenance of timing belts, spark plug wires, and valve clearances, and concludes with a reminder to use original parts and to stay informed about vehicle maintenance.

Keywords

💡Maintenance

Maintenance refers to the process of preserving or restoring something in order to keep it in good working order. In the context of the video, it is the upkeep of a Toyota or Lexus vehicle to ensure its longevity and prevent issues from maintenance neglect. The script emphasizes various maintenance intervals and practices, such as oil changes and coolant replacement, to keep the car running smoothly.

💡Oil Changes

Oil changes are a routine maintenance task where the old engine oil is drained and replaced with new oil to reduce engine wear and tear. The video script recommends specific intervals for oil changes based on whether the car is non-turbo or turbo, highlighting the importance of timely oil changes for engine health.

💡Turbo Engines

Turbo engines, or turbocharged engines, use a turbine to force more compressed air into the combustion chamber, increasing engine power. The video differentiates maintenance schedules for turbo engines, such as more frequent oil changes, due to the additional stress these engines place on the vehicle's components.

💡Spark Plugs

Spark plugs are crucial components in an internal combustion engine that ignite the fuel-air mixture, initiating the combustion process. The script discusses the replacement intervals for spark plugs, especially noting the different requirements for certain engines like the 2GR-FKS and turbo engines.

💡Coolant

Coolant, also known as antifreeze, is a liquid used in engines to prevent overheating by absorbing and dissipating heat. The video script provides guidelines for coolant replacement based on the type of coolant (pink or red) and the age of the vehicle, emphasizing its importance for engine temperature regulation.

💡Air Filters

Air filters are used to remove contaminants from the air entering the engine, ensuring clean air for combustion. The script advises that air filters should be replaced as needed, depending on their condition, rather than adhering to a strict interval, to maintain engine performance.

💡Drive Belt

A drive belt is a belt that transfers power from the engine to various components of the car, such as the alternator and power steering pump. The video mentions that the drive belt should be inspected for wear and replaced as needed, rather than on a fixed schedule, to prevent potential breakdowns.

💡PCV Valve

The PCV valve, or positive crankcase ventilation valve, helps regulate pressure within the crankcase by releasing excess gases. The script suggests that while it's not always necessary, replacing the PCV valve after 100,000 miles can be a preventative measure to maintain engine efficiency.

💡Transmission Fluid

Transmission fluid is the lubricant used in the transmission system to reduce friction and wear, as well as to transfer power. The video provides specific intervals for changing transmission fluid, depending on the type of transmission and fluid, to ensure smooth gear shifts and transmission longevity.

💡Hybrid Vehicles

Hybrid vehicles combine a conventional internal combustion engine with an electric propulsion system. The script addresses the unique maintenance considerations for hybrid vehicles, such as the inverter coolant and hybrid battery fans, underscoring the importance of specialized care for these systems.

💡Differential Fluid

Differential fluid is the lubricant used in the differentials of vehicles, which are responsible for transferring engine power to the wheels and allowing them to rotate at different speeds. The video script recommends changing differential fluid at specific intervals, particularly for four-wheel drive and manual transmission vehicles, to prevent wear and maintain performance.

Highlights

The video provides maintenance recommendations for Toyota and Lexus vehicles in 2024.

Engine oil changes are crucial, with a 5,000-mile or 6-month interval for non-turbo and hybrid cars, and 3,000-4,000 miles for turbo engines.

Spark plug replacement intervals differ; modern Toyotas can go 120,000 miles, but specific engines like the 2GR-FKS require 60,000-mile intervals.

Coolant replacement should be every 50,000 miles or 5 years for post-2003 models, and 30,000 miles or 3 years for older models.

Air filters should be replaced as needed based on cleanliness, regardless of the manufacturer's suggested intervals.

Drive belts should be inspected for wear and replaced as needed, with no specific interval.

PCV valve replacement is suggested after 100,000 miles, especially for turbo engines and specific models.

Sealed transmission fluid should be changed every 6 years or 60,000 miles for Toyota and Lexus vehicles without a dipstick.

Manual transmission fluid and differential fluids should be replaced at 30,000 miles initially, then every 50,000 miles if not heavily used.

Brake fluid should be tested for moisture content, with no strict interval, and replaced as necessary.

Power steering fluid should be replaced around 50,000 miles if it shows signs of wear or contamination.

AHC fluid or hydraulic suspension fluid should be replaced every 60,000 miles to prevent costly repairs.

Hybrid-specific maintenance includes inverter coolant replacement every 50,000 miles or 5 years.

Hybrid battery fans must be kept clean and inspected annually to ensure the longevity of the hybrid system.

For all-wheel drive hybrids, the rear e-transaxle or hybrid unit fluid should be replaced every 60,000 miles or 6 years.

Annual professional inspections are recommended to catch potential issues early, especially for DIY mechanics.

Using original parts and fluids is emphasized for maintaining the reliability of Toyota and Lexus vehicles.

DIY mechanics are cautioned against modifying the vehicle's original design for convenience, which can lead to issues.

For older Toyota models, timing belt replacement intervals have increased to 90,000 miles or 9 years post-2000.

Valve clearance adjustment is not a routine maintenance item for Toyota engines without hydraulic lifters.

Transcripts

hello and welcome to the Carina channel

in today's video I want to share with

you how do you maintain your Toyota and

luxus in 2024 so we would have the best

results going forward these are some

recommendations that will sometimes not

follow the manual that comes with the

car and the maintenance guide do you go

with the normal do you go with the

severe but these are recommendations

that come from my experience first as a

Toyota Master diagnostic technician for

a long time with with a Toyota

dealership

and then I own my own shop that works in

Toyota Lexus this is the maintenance

guide that if you follow you will not

have issues caused by maintenance

neglect for your Toyota Alexus without

further Ado let's get into the first

one the first and most important

maintenance is for your engine let's

start with the most basic and most most

important maintenance item for any car

oil changes we're not going to get too

heavy into the debate but we will make a

recommendation here if you have a

non-turbo car or a hybrid 5,000 m or 6

months not a day more not a day less not

a mile more not a mile less not going to

I own this synthetic oil that goes

million gazillion miles just keep it

simple if you don't drive your 5,000 MI

6 months change oil twice a year and

you're never going to have issues from

oil 5,000 ,000 mil not more and I will

say one thing if you do them earlier

you're not hurting anything but don't do

it later than 5,000 Mi and then now we

have turbo engines in Toyota Lexus cars

with the turbo engines I will make

another recommendation different

actually 3 to 4,000 mil folks if you

want to see very high miles out of these

cars with

reliability 3 to 4,000 Mi 3 to 4 months

these these turbo engines they can be

made to last long but you got to be on

top of the maintenance that's the number

one thing with these engines and with

that let's move into spark plugs cuz

things have changed dramatically lately

over the last few years most Toyotas

modern ones 120,000 Mi 10 years on the

on the spark plugs not an issue at all

however we have some exceptions now if

you have a 3.5 L V6 2gr FKS on the Lexus

and Toyota side specifically that engine

now the 2G RF the replacement interval

of the spark lug is actually 60,000 Mi

and we're starting to see some spark

plugs over 60,000 Mi with some severe

wear let's put it this way that's just

how these engines are this is the

requirement for them and then the turbo

engines you have the nx200t the tundra

the SEO all the engines with the

v35a and the t24 a that you'll find in

many many models these are 40,000 Mi

plugs and it is vital that you actually

repace place them at the correct

interval yeah sure I have 80,000 Mi on

my car I never replace the plugs it runs

fine does it that's the biggest question

folks these are modern cars the

computers can really compensate for a

lot of neglect but it doesn't mean that

it's a good ide so be careful with those

moving on from that to coolant engine

coolant the most important thing you

understand about coolant is the

intervals in the in the maintenance

guide they're all over the place I just

say that one but I'll keep it simple

replace your pink coolant or super long

life coolant this is anything over 2003

2004 every 50,000 Mi or 5

years that's a very long interval you

need see the need for 150,000 mil 50,000

Mi you're not going to have issues with

the coolant if you have red coolant

which is anything older than 2003 that

one is 30,000 Mi or 3 years keeping it

very simple replace the coolant life is

wonderful now moving on from coolant to

air filters folks there is no interval

for air filters although newer cars will

say 30,000 Mi if it's not dirty at

30,000 Mi don't replace it that's as

simple as that and if it's dirty at

5,000 miles replace it it's as simple as

that this is the as needed maintenance

for the engine equally to that is the

drive belt there is no interval for

replacement for a drive belt some cars

will go 600,000 Mi without a drive belt

repl placement some of them will get it

at 50,000 you got to inspect it does it

have cracks is it Feathering we have

concerns with it is it making noise

usually noise is more than often caused

by a tensioner that is not putting

enough tension on it but that one is as

needed and the last one with the engine

which is very important it a lot of

folks asked about it PCV valve positive

crank case ventilation valve it is not a

this is kind of the gray area of

maintenance if you get over 100,000

miles just over like we got to 120 for

example and your original PCV valve is

still there it it's not a bad idea to

replace it now on the turbo cars or on

the 2grfks where the interval 60/40 I

think is a little bit on the early side

to do it between 40 and 60,000 you can

stretch those to the following

replacement of spark plug so you change

the spark plug to 60 with a 2grfks and

120 change the plugs and the PCV valve

turbo engines 40,000 change the plugs

80,000 change the plugs in the PCV

that's the best way I'm going to put it

but just know that is not always a

perfect science on the interval there

that is just a recommendation of time

and

interval let's get into the transmission

which is this is this one is a very

important one sealed

transmission life fluid time fluid

nothing is Lifetime folks let's keep it

simple if you own a Toyota or Alexus

with no dipstick that is a seal SE

transmission actually not sealed just

doesn't have a dipstick change the fluid

your fluid type at that point is Ws

fluid change that fluid every 6 years or

60,000 mil regardless what anybody says

don't flush it drain and fill life is

good you could do a flush but just know

flushes are a little bit more intrusive

if this is a higher mild transmission

you might not want to do that that's not

the best idea now if you have an older

Toyota that uses T4 fluid or anything

older than that 30 000 M or 3 years

whichever comes first change fluid and

we're good now we're going to get a

little bit into the hybrid side here

we're going to have dedicated section to

the rest of the maintenance but hybrid

Transmissions the replacement window is

60,000 to 90,000 if we see a replace

fluid replacement between that window we

are good 6 to 9 years perfect we have no

issues now one thing I must note in the

very newer cars there is a new type of

transmission fluid for the hybrids is

called transmission fluid eexo te if you

see that or you have that fluid it's

distinguishable with its clear color

it's not red that replace it every

60,000 or 6 years it's not expensive

fluid really good news but replace that

fluid every 60,000 6 years without that

replacement window cuz that fluid is

very thin and you might want to get get

it refreshed here the last thing is CBT

trans missions that use TC CBT fluid or

Fe CBT fluid those are exactly the same

as WS interval wise 60,000 miles or 6

years and you won't have issues with

this transmission and lastly the

transmission filter folks you do not

have to replace a transmission filter in

your to Alex say as long as we are

following a good interval depending

which which fluid you use in the

interval we don't have to replace the

filter however if you felt like you

neglected the maintenance we are doing

the first replacement at 80 90,000 it's

not a terrible idea but it's still not

required the only time you really want

to get in there and replace a filter if

you remove the pan for something else

leak valve body something replace the

filter at that point or if we have

contamination that torquer some repair

that is happening replace the filter at

that point but otherwise you don't

really have to replace it because they

as long as we're refreshing the fluid we

never seen a Clogg transmission filter

on a Toyota Alexus

just from regular

service what about four-wheel drive and

manual transmission here let's talk

about those with your front rear

differential and your transfer case

replace the first time when the car is

new at 30,000 Mi there's not really a

year interval 30,000 Mi the year

interval doesn't always apply but the

subsequent replacement as long as we're

not towing or as long we're not heavy

off-roading

50,000 Mi is a good interval but if you

off-road or you tow keep it at 30

afterwards now as far as the manual

transmission first one note on that make

sure you're using the correct fluid some

of the newer manual transmission are

using low viscosity fluid make sure you

are using the correct fluid for your

application but same thing with the

Trans manual transmission first

replacement 30,000 if you're not doing

heavy towing heavy off-road and really

heavy use which just daily driver normal

driver you can go to 50,000 afterwards

but if you are doing towing or heavy

off-road keep it at 30,000 that is not a

bad idea on

those let's talk about a few other

fluids that are important first one is

brake fluid some Lexus models and

Mainely the performance models or the

models with big brakes f- sport usually

your interval will be 20 to 30,000

30,000 is a decent interval however for

everything else that doesn't have high

performance brakes you need a moisture

test there is no interval folks I'll

leave a link in the description for a

really good strip test that is proving

more accurate and kind of more durable

than the digital one that we've

recommended in the past you got to test

it if it doesn't have high moisture

content well we are not doing anything

by replacing it just wasting your money

so brake fluid needs to be tested power

steering fluid is pretty tricky because

there is actually not an interval for it

right around 50 50,000 Mi and when we're

seeing typically power steering fluid

will start showing signs that

replacement is recommended and those

signs are dark in fluid grit in the

fluid that's usually the sign but

there's not a perfect interval but

somewhere around 50,000 Mi is not a bad

deal but if you're doing it at 20 I

think it's too early that's just the

general recommendation on that and the

last fluid which is very very important

that you are aware of you'll usually

find it in line Cruisers like the one

behind me ahc fluid or hydraulic fluid

for the suspension 60,000 Mi folks I

cannot emphasize how important this one

is because I see so many folks have

issues with HC and they will bankrupt

you so replace that fluid every 60,000

mies and we're not going to have issues

with that system just heads up on the at

fluid it's pretty expensive fluid

replacement fluid self is expensive very

labor intensive to do it properly so be

prepared for that one

let's talk about some hybrid specific

maintenance items and even plug-in

hybrid specific maintenance items first

one is the inverter coolant the inverter

is a very important vital component to

the hybrid system and it does have its

own separate cooling system so they just

have regular coolant so same thing as

the engine coolant interval 50,000 Mi or

5 years whichever comes first replace it

majority of hybrids will use pink fluid

only the first generation Prius some of

them used red coolant that do replace it

at 30,000 3 but most of them are going

to be your 50,000 5 years and you will

never have issues with your cooling

system from the inverter next thing on

the hybrid system is going to be your

Hybrid battery fans you have to clean

those I mean this is the most important

maintenance on a hybrid if you don't

have one install one and start

monitoring it the modern ones will all

have a paper proper paper filter you

need to know where it is you need to not

block it and most importantly you need

to keep it clean this one is also as

needed so they need to be inspected

annually and go from there but if you

live in Dusty area you have heavy

traffic you need to check it a lot more

often so you have to establish a pattern

for this filter it is vital to the life

of the battery and lastly on the

all-wheel drive models of hybrids you

will have a rear e transaxle or kind of

a MGR hybrid unit in the back however

you want to call it that most of them

will use WS fluid so 60 to 90,000 a mile

somewhere in that window is a good idea

but the newest ones will start using te

fluid that you need to replace it at

60,000 Mi or 6 years and you wouldn't

have issues with the reare hybrid ER

transexual

unit let's talk about some some

maintenance considerations things that I

want you to take as Food For Thought

let's put it this way first one is

ideally even if you are a DIY wire you'd

want to have an annual inspection folks

and when I mean by an annual inspection

by a professional or if you are a DI

wire you need to invest in properly

lifting the car and really spending time

I cannot tell you how many things you

will miss by putting a car on a Jack

Jack Stands and be crawl underneath it

and you're barely then when you put it

on the lift all the way up so many

things you will not be able to see

unless you're standing and spending your

time underneath the car that is very

important and the second thing is if

you're a diyer there are so many things

I see diyers Miss all the time vital

important things you need to if you are

a diyer you need to always update your

information and if you're not sure get

it inspected by a professional once a

year not the end of the world if they

tell you that here is the laundry list

of things that it needs don't say yes go

home think about it research but at

least get it inspected because this is

important this is how things get missed

and then they snowball into big issues

so that is an important thing

suspension part of that very important

inspection although suspension usually

last a very long time any car that has

over 100,000 miles you're going to start

watching for

things are we having a leaky strut that

we're going to need to start saving up

to replace so we wouldn't have to get

caught in a bad time or it's start to

make noise or need to replacement and

then we're putting cheap all aftermarket

stuff if we knew ahead of time that we

had this coming up you could have saved

up for it put those beautiful original

parts speaking of parts and original

fluids filters everything please use

original parts you bought a Toyota

because it's reliable the only thing

that makes it reliable is it's fluids

and parts keep things original

especially oil if you don't have a

preferred brand of oil that you have

used and had a good experience with use

Toyota oil bottled oil it's not the best

oil on the planet for other cars but for

Toyotas it is very good that's the whole

point same thing with filters I don't

understand the conversation filters

Toyota filters originals are some of the

cheapest filters you can buy among other

manufacturers there is no pride in going

with a certain brand keep your Toyota

relable buy the original parts

especially when they are actually the

best deal when it comes to filters at

least now if you have a preferred brand

that you've used for years never had

issues with go for it you have the

experience but others who are

experimenting don't experiment with oil

and oil filters if you're not sure get

the original stuff and let's move on

with our life I just going to keep it as

simple as that however I will say one

thing don't go modifying the original

design to make things convenient for you

the wires out there I just I have to say

that don't go changing the canister

filter into an easy one that has a spin

on to make service easier for you and

then this is a plastic housing I'm going

to put a metal one you go buy an

aftermarket try to avoid modifying the

maintenance systems instead use proper

service procedures so we're not

overtightening stuff we're not breaking

stuff that's just a general

recommendation for our beautiful DIY

Community don't modify things especially

when it comes to that oil filter folks

I've seen so many issues from oil

filters just don't modify

things Oldies But Goodies if you own an

older Toyota there are certain things

that you need to know about timing belts

they're a thing of the past now but we

still have a lot of these cars on the

road and here's a general recommendation

for that anything after 2000 and this is

a general number not exact but anything

over 2,000 intervals have increased to

90,000 Mi or 9 years that is your

interval for the time and belt anything

before 2000 60,000 or 6 years is a

general interval for those every time

you do a timing belt always do a water

pump always do the idlers the tensioner

do Cam and crank seal if it's a model

that doesn't require removing the vvti

gear for example the vvti 2z or 3 U

these you have to remove the cam to

replace the cam seal but the others do

the cam and crank seals they're right

there it wouldn't be a bad idea now

other than that cars that have spark

plug wires if the wires are over 10

years old and the original wires will

have a date on them if they're over 10

years old might not be a bad idea to

replace them and I'm I hope at this

point the last car I remember is

definitely over 10 years old that that

has spark plug wires so I hope we are in

our second replacement let's put it this

way and the other thing is if for really

older ones that have Distributors and

caps and rotors and all this stuff

usually every spark plug wire

replacement replace the rotor and cap

not necessarily every single time you do

spark plugs cuz Toyota stuff last a

really long time you're not going to

change all the wires and plugs and and

rotor and cap every 30,000 miles just

because the plugs need to be replaced so

those reserves them to the 10-year Mark

it's really by time More Than Miles the

last thing I will tell you and this is

something has come up as a question

valve clearance on engines that don't

have hydraulic lifters this is not a

maintenance item folks for Toyotas at

least this is a repair item if we don't

have ticking noises when the the car is

cold that goes away we don't have a a

reason to believe that the valve

clearance is out we do not do anything

with it now if you're taking the

cylinder head out for work whatever the

case may be check it if it needs

adjustment adjusted but otherwise this

is not a maintenance item I'm just

letting you know that folks keep your

Toyota at Toyota and make it reliable

use original parts that's one important

thing I will tell you if you have your

preferred Brands they have experience

with nothing wrong with that but if

you're not sure take the gray area of

the question keep it original and you

will not have issues folks I hope this

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