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More pics. The old... Some coolant still remains in cyl 2. (1 & 2 were missfiring primarily) [IMG] Head after a little light cleaning [IMG] End...
I didn't measure the flatness of the block. I didn't even measure the flatness of the head. To do it right, you should have the head serviced...
The cams are locked as in the video and cannot turn, and the crank is not moving. As long as all three shafts stay at the same positions and all...
Bane of my existence here [IMG]
Okay, a few pics... Here is how we start day two. [IMG] Cams lined up and locked as shown in the amazingly helpful video [IMG] Timing cover...
Oh, got it. I'll keep that in mind. Thanks. What did you do with the EGR assembly (incl cooler)? Did you remove it from car? I was hoping to be...
Why, are the manifold nuts tough to get off? The darn EGR assembly is a real pain. Doesn't look like they took it off in the video but it sure...
Update: Looking through sparkplug holes with borescope I can see a pool of red liquid on top of piston in Cyl 2. Proceeding with head removal.
If the problem really is the head gasket, should I be able to see coolant on top of the pistons if I look in the spark plug holes after it's been...
Wow, I watched the head replacement video and it looks easier than I imagined. Feeling motivated now! Normally I would buy a service manual but...
Excellent! Thanks for all this info.
Thanks. I have already read your entire thread just now. Very helpful! I would do the work myself. I have replaced head gaskets on other cars...
Yes. It is a few inches lower than it was when I changed it 4 years ago. Not sure if it dropped recently. Thanks for head gasket link.
Yes, as I mentioned, the coolant reservoir is down a few inches but I don't know how long it took to get that low. Don't think I've checked it in...
Thanks for these links! I will definitely watch that video about cleaning the EGR system. I was considering taking it into Toyota dealership for...
I have a Prius Gen 3 with 206K, and am suffering from extreme engine shake at ICE startup. The event last about 5-10 seconds. A loud mechanical...
Was there any resolution on this? I have the same issue. When my Gen III starts it occasionally shakes like the engine is going to jump out of the...
Why do you suppose Toyota recommends only 35 front / 33 rear?
I checked my tires and they were all around 33 psi. I increased them to 40 just as a test and the mpg seems a little better. The door sticker says...
From what I've read so far it seems like my 12v battery voltages are good.
