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so my oil pan is stripped and well its old. im replacing it along with the gasket. there is so much sludge that i cant even put a funnel in all the way at the top (takes forever to put in new oil). i think i can get away without removing any exhaust components bc there is so much clearance...

Help please. My reliable 2004 LE has a blown front bank exhaust manifold gasket. Anyone had this issue ? As it's the front 3 cylinders is it a big deal to replace the gasket ? Thanks, Ron

06 le, 138k miles. I am planning to replace both valve cover gaskets. In hindsight I should have done so when I did the spark plugs late last year. In any case I want to know , while I am at it , what else to renew. Any ideas? Thanks

So, I have a Kia Sedona already and have changed both CV axles and a number of other repairs. A hassle, not great at it, but can get it done eventually. So, I was in need of a back up to keep the family moving while repairing 1 vehicle, and dont have the funds for a brand new one. My aunt has...

Hello, First of all I am a Newbie to the forum but am a 2x Sienna owner. First a 2007 Gen 2 XLE and now a 2014 Gen3 AWD XLE Limited. They've been the perfect vehicle for my growing family. We're pretty active and make heavy use of our roof rails, carrying kayaks, furniture, skis, etc. Under...

Hi, Recently opened the Lower Intake Manifold for Knock sensors. Noticed that Intake Manifold gaskets were broken. Now, I bought after market Felpro gasket and put it back with the Intake Manifold, now coolant starts leaking from the water passage inlet of the gasket (confirmed). Please...

Hi, Need your help here. I was installing a new valve cover gasket but one of the bolts snapped. I managed to take it out. Since we put gasket maker on the head rim when we install, now the new gasket has the gasket maker on it, particularly inside the groove. Tried to clean them up but it...

My 2008 Sienna's engine and transmission are doing just fine, but the gasket or seal on the sliding doors, the front edge, is falling apart. What can be done about this without going to a Toyota dealer? The last time I was at the local dealership when looking for a Sienna, I was appalled at the...

2008 w/ 109K - Noticed an oil burning smell, 1st mechanic look said it was a leaking valve seal/gasket. Anyone have this.

Intake Manifold Gasket Coolant Leak on 2004 Sienna? Anyone experience coolant leak from the intake manifold on their 3.3L Sienna? On our 2004 Sienna LE, there is a very small coolant leak that is either from the thermostat housing or somewhere in the valley below the intake manifold plenum. I...

My 01 Toyota Sienna has been making very loud engine noise for the past few weeks, that have been getting louder over time, and increase/decrease with engine speed. I was concerned about a leak in the exhaust and discovered that there is a rusted out gasket. The item itself is listed in the...

My 05 sienna has been having the usual check engine light, vsc, and trac off lights on. From this forum clearing the codes and opening and closing the cap works when I clear the codes for a couple of days. So my question is would you replace the gasket or the whole cap and gasket? If you would...

After rebuilding my power steering pump and replacing Transmission pan gasket / screen (filter), I have a rather disconcerting buzzing coming from the area of the tranmission / torque convertor. The buzzing noise increases with RPMs. after checking the fluid, I began to panic. Ultimately, I...

Oil leaking down front of engine under valve cover. Need to replace. Does anyone know step by step instructions or where I can find them? Is this a difficult change?

Hi All, I am new here so please be kind. The other day I went to the dealer to have your basic oil change and what not,about 10 mins into they come back and say there is a leak in the head gasket. I kinda looked up and said in a 2009 vehicle really ?. After she told me that she also mentioned...

According to dealer I need a value colver gasket replacement (due to leaking) on my 2004 Sienna XLE (70,000 miles) They quoted $613 for this job. Does that seem insane? What are my options. I'm not very handy. Christina

Hi All, I have a 2005 Sienna XLE limited. Recently noticed slight oil leak around the gasket (lower oil pan with the plug). Due to my ignorance, I tightened a little bit of those screws. And the end result is that the leak is a lot more worse now, with oil mark on the ground after overnight...

Does the timing belt cover have to be removed for the front valve cover to be removed ?. Thanks

SORRY ABOUT THE MIX UP..Good day members. I was told by my dealer at my last oil change that my VALVE COVER gasket is leaking oil onto my front exhaust manifold. He qouted me a price to have both VALVE COVER gaskets done. My question is: Do I need to have both VALVE COVER gaskets done or can I...

I have a new 2012 Sienna and noticed that there is no rubber gasket sitting flush with the windshield and body around the left/right sides and top of the front windshield. Is this normal? There is a small channel / gap (about 1/8" - 1/4") between the windshield and body. I looked at the...