When it leaks.
To replace the valve cover gasket on a 1988 Toyota Camry, first, ensure the engine is cool and disconnect the battery. Remove any obstructions, such as the air intake and ignition components, to access the valve cover. Unscrew the valve cover bolts, gently lift the cover off, and clean the mating surfaces. Finally, place the new gasket, reassemble the cover, and tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
Check to see it the valve cover bolts are torqued to specs. If this does not stop the leak, the gasket needs replacing.
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4 cylinder: half of hour of work (~$30-40) + the gasket (~$20-30).
Burning oil in a Toyota Camry can be caused by a manufacturer's defect in the engine's pistons. A worn out valve cover gasket can also cause burning oil.
You have to check the valve cover gasket from all sides. If it's not the gasket then you should check the break fluid level, and the break tubes around the passenger tire.
There is no PVC valve on the 4cyl Toyota Camry. ÊThe location of the PVC valve on the 6cyl is center upper engine area, mounted in the rear valve cover.
There is no PVC valve on the 4cyl Toyota Camry. ÊThe location of the PVC valve on the 6cyl is center upper engine area, mounted in the rear valve cover.
Remove the cover gasket, clean all oil around. Scrap off leftovers of the old gasket. Make sure there is no sand. Install a new gasket. Tighten it going across the cover from one bolt to another. Make sure that you do not tighten too much.
It should be on the top of the valve cover connecting the engine and the injector.