Here’s how to replace an engine on a Lexus ES350 or Toyota Camry with the 3.5L V6 engine!
The engine in this vehicle likely skipped timing and caused the valves and pistons to collide. Bent valves will cause a loss of compression and require an engine rebuild. In this video, the engine was swapped out for another used engine.
Key items for an engine replacement include the removal of the axle, suspension, exhaust, flex plate bolts and bell housing bolts from underneath. Inside the engine bay, all the wires and hoses are disconnected, air box, battery tray, radiator and engine mounts removed. A Toyota 2GR 3.5L engine (with the transaxle assembly) can be lifted out the top of the engine bay in the sedans, but may not clear the windshield cowl in the Sienna, Highlander or RX350.
Stay tuned for the full engine teardown and analysis of the failed engine!
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In any job, it is far better to have parts left over than to run short.
As always, I really appreciate the effort you put into making this video and sharing.
My 08 ES350 is at 330,000kms and climbing. I like that Gold/Brown color with black leather. Noice!!
nice work great car for someone.
Literally my dream to find an es350 with a blown engine for cheap how do you find these great deals
Is mevotech better than Moog or are they the same in terms of quality?
Nice work! How many km on the clock?
What a complete boss. That looked easy but i bet it was a complete nightmare. Awsome video man.
i honestly hate working on honda, toyota and other 4 bangers, clearance sucks for the belts. i usually just remove 3 out of 4 of the motor mounts and any wiring in the way and jack up the engine to do timing belts or accessory belts. note this wont work on all models you have to use judgement when attempting to do it this way but it saves you loads of time over fighting the side walls or removing the entire engine.
I have a 2007 Avalon with the 2GR-FE with 216k kms. It’s still super quiet. You think a 2007 could develop a leak and what should I do to prevent this?