Should I replace Cam seals?
More likely than not, your camshaft seals are not leaking. They should still be holding up as long as you have kept up with changing the engine oil. However, it is recommended to have these seals replaced regardless of a leak in the event of an actual leak starting after a timing belt service.
Are camshaft seals important?
The camshaft seal is a round oil seal located in the cylinder head. It is responsible for sealing the end of the engine’s camshaft or camshafts between the top of the cylinder head and the valve cover gasket. However, over time, these seals can wear out and begin to leak oil.
How bad is it to drive with a bad camshaft?
Yes, it is safe to drive with a bad camshaft sensor. If a camshaft position sensor is not repaired, then you will likely experience more and more issues with your vehicle’s ignition system that could lead up to very expensive repairs.
Can a camshaft seal cause an oil leak?
Camshaft and crankshaft seals can cause some leakage and, over time, can cause a real mess. Of course, any leak source should be eliminated to keep oil from deteriorating the timing belt. Both seals are replaced easily with standard seal replacement techniques.
When to replace timing belt on Toyota Sequoia?
Owners of Sequoias from 2008 and beyond with a 5.7 V8 have chains, as do 4.6 V8 Sequoias from 2010 to 2012. All Venzas manufactured from 2009 to present day have a chain, so don’t stress about the belt. If you own a 2000 to 2004 V6 Tundra get ready for a replacement by 60k miles.
How can you tell if your Toyota has an oil leak?
Pinpointing these leaks can be a problem if the leak has been active for any amount of time, because there will be oil everywhere inside the belt covers. The amount of oil should be a clue to the source, as this is about the only “pressurized” oil source on the front of the engine.