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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    If I take the valve cover off dont I have to replace the valve cover gasket and apply new rtv sealant where the timing cover meets the camshaft?
    Post by: afia2k8, Jan 18, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    Second owner since 2014 From the pdf, It says inspection procedure to remove valve cover and check timing. But my thought is if im already there...
    Post by: afia2k8, Jan 18, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    Update: Thanks for all the replies. Weather has been cold outside so didn't do much till recently. Took out the oil control valve, used a 9v...
    Post by: afia2k8, Jan 16, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    Thank you so much! Will drain the oil and coolant then. I'll check the VVT oil control valve first before attempting anything. Also, 1. Can I...
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 30, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    Thanks! 1. Can I do it without draining the oil and coolant? I've only just changed the oil in 3 months ago and the coolant last year. 2. Shall i...
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    I believe it can be done with the engine in place. And the front right wheel removed to access the bottom part. Looks like the PDF is showing that...
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    Thank you just what I needed! So according to the pdf it looks like I do need to drain the oil and engine coolant. Do you know how long a job...
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    Went to the garage and their laptop had the same exact code - P0016
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    In the 8 years i've owned it I've never noticed any burning of oil. But it's probably because I don't drive it enough, only 3,000 to 4,000 miles a...
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    No rodents or signs of chewing. I know what you mean, but from research it looks like all 2006 prius will have this P0016 timing issue no matter...
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    I've had this vehicle for 8 years. Usually I would get 40mpg but since this P0016 code came up i've been averaging 25mpg. Apart from that...
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    Also, it's a prius gen 2 which uses the Toyota 1NZ-FXE engine. So I will be following this youtube video which has the engine out of the Car and...
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    1. I have the Prius repair manual 2005 pdf - 4028 pages. But cat seem to find any procedure on how to change the timing chain 2. There are no...
    Post by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    P0016 error on 2006 Prius 70,000miles - is it hard to DIY replace the timing chain?

    Hi guys, I'm in the UK. As per title I have a 2006 Prius and i only do 3,000 miles per year. Recently I had this P0016 code popped up. I deleted...
    Thread by: afia2k8, Dec 29, 2022, 28 replies, in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting