2004 Lexus RX 330

LEXUS & TOYOTA 3.3L V6

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

WARNING: To prevent air bag deployment, disconnect negative battery cable at least 90 seconds before working on vehicle. CAUTION: This application is an interference engine. Do not rotate camshaft or crankshaft when timing belt is removed, or engine damage may occur. TIMING BELT
Removal (Camry, Camry Solara & ES 330)

1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove right side front wheel. Remove right fender apron seal. Remove accessory drive belts. Lower vehicle. Disconnect engine coolant reservoir hose from water outlet. Disconnect ground strap connectors. 2. Remove engine moving control rod and engine mounting bracket No. 2 (right side), located near timing belt cover. Remove generator-to-engine bracket for access to timing belt covers. 3. Using Pulley Holder (09213-54015) or equivalent and Handle (09330-00021) or equivalent, hold crankshaft pulley. Loosen crankshaft pulley bolt. Using puller and crankshaft pulley bolt, remove crankshaft pulley. Remove No. 1 and No. 2 timing belt covers and gaskets. See Fig. 1 . Remove right side engine mounting bracket. Note direction of timing belt guide installation for reassembly reference. Remove timing belt guide. NOTE: Always turn crankshaft clockwise, as viewed from timing belt side of engine.

4. Temporarily install crankshaft pulley bolt and washer in crankshaft. Using crankshaft pulley bolt, rotate crankshaft CLOCKWISE until timing mark on crankshaft sprocket aligns with timing mark on oil pump body. See Fig. 2 . 5. Ensure timing marks on camshaft sprockets are aligned with timing mark on No. 3 timing belt rear cover. See Fig. 2 . If timing marks are not aligned, rotate crankshaft CLOCKWISE one full revolution (360 degrees). Remove crankshaft pulley bolt. 6. If reusing old belt, ensure there are 3 installation marks and front arrow marked on belt. See Fig. 3 . If not, place mating mark on belt where timing belt contacts crankshaft and camshaft sprockets. Also, mark belt with arrow showing direction of rotation. 7. Turning crankshaft pulley, set cylinder No. 1 to about 60 degrees BTDC. See Fig. 4 . CAUTION: If timing belt is disengaged, having crankshaft pulley at wrong angle can cause piston and valve to come in contact with each other when you remove crankshaft or camshaft pulleys, causing damage. Always set crankshaft pulley at correct angle. 8. Alternately loosen 2 bolts, and remove timing belt tensioner and dust boot. DO NOT hold tensioner with
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push rod facing DOWN. Remove timing belt in the following sequence: A. No. 1 idler pulley B. Right camshaft sprocket (firewall side) C. No. 2 idler pulley D. Left camshaft sprocket (front of vehicle side) E. Water pump pulley F. Crankshaft sprocket

Fig. 1: Exploded View Of Timing Belt & Components

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Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.

Fig. 2: Aligning Crankshaft & Camshaft Timing Marks Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.

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Fig. 3: Identifying Timing Belt Reference Marks & Front Mark Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.

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Fig. 4: Aligning Crankshaft For Removal/Installation Of Timing Belt Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.
Inspection (Camry, Camry Solara & ES 330)

1. Inspect timing belt for damaged teeth, cracking or oil contamination. Ensure idler pulleys rotate freely and are not leaking oil. Replace damaged components. Check water pump for leaks or worn out bearing. CAUTION: Never hold timing belt tensioner with push rod facing DOWN.

2. Inspect timing belt tensioner for signs of oil leakage. Replace timing belt tensioner if oil leakage exists. Hold timing belt tensioner body with push rod facing UP. Press rod against solid surface. Replace timing belt tensioner if push rod moves.
Installation (Camry, Camry Solara & ES 330)

NOTE:

Engine should be cold when installing timing belt.

1. Install No. 1 and No. 2 idler pulleys (if removed). On No. 1 idler pulley bolt, coat threads with Loctite 242 or equivalent. Install and tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Ensure idler pulleys are clean and rotate smoothly.
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2. Temporarily install crankshaft pulley bolt in crankshaft. If necessary, use crankshaft pulley bolt to rotate crankshaft COUNTERCLOCKWISE until timing mark on crankshaft sprocket is about 60 degrees BTDC. See Fig. 4 . CAUTION: If timing belt is disengaged, having crankshaft pulley at wrong angle can cause piston and valve to come in contact with each other when you remove crankshaft or camshaft pulleys, causing damage. Always set crankshaft pulley at correct angle. 3. Using spanner wrench, rotate each camshaft sprocket so timing mark on camshaft sprocket align with appropriate timing mark on No. 3 timing belt rear cover. See Fig. 2 . 4. Turn crankshaft sprocket to align with mark on oil pump body. Install timing belt in following order: Crankshaft sprocket Water pump pulley Left camshaft sprocket (front of vehicle side) No. 2 idler pulley Right camshaft sprocket (firewall side) No. 1 idler pulley If reusing old belt, ensure belt installation marks align with camshaft and crankshaft sprocket marks. Ensure front (or rotation direction mark) points in correct direction. 5. Using press, SLOWLY apply about 200-2200 lbs. of pressure on push rod of timing belt tension until rod is retracted and holes in rod and housing are aligned. See Fig. 5 . Align holes in housing and push rod to hold rod in retracted position. Install 1.5 mm hexagon wrench through housing and push rod hole to secure push rod. Release press and install dust boot on timing belt tensioner. 6. Install timing belt tensioner. Install and alternately tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . 7. Remove hexagon wrench from timing belt tensioner. Slowly rotate crankshaft CLOCKWISE 2 revolutions until timing mark on crankshaft sprocket aligns with timing mark on oil pump body. 8. Ensure timing mark on each camshaft sprocket is aligned with appropriate timing mark on No. 3 timing belt rear cover. See Fig. 2 . If all timing marks are not aligned, remove timing belt and reinstall. Remove crankshaft pulley bolt. 9. Install timing belt guide with cup facing out. Install engine mounting bracket on front of cylinder block. Install and tighten bolts to specification. 10. Using new gaskets, install No. 1 and No. 2 timing belt covers. Ensure there are no gaps in gasket. Cut off any excess gasket. Install and tighten bolts to specification. 11. Align crankshaft key with key groove of crankshaft pulley. Install crankshaft pulley. Install and tighten crankshaft pulley bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . 12. Install generator bracket. Install engine mounting bracket No. 2 (right side) and engine moving control rod. Install fender apron seal and right front wheel. 13. To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure. Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Connect engine ground strap. Adjust drive belts to proper tension.
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Fig. 5: Retracting Timing Belt Tensioner Rod Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.
Removal (Highlander, Sienna & RX 330)

1. Remove windshield wiper arms, cowl top ventilator louver sub-assembly and windshield wiper link assembly. Remove cowl top panel outer sub-assembly. See Fig. 6 . 2. Raise and support vehicle. Remove right front wheel. Remove right fender apron seal. Remove accessory drive belts. Lower vehicle. 3. Remove engine moving control rod and engine mounting bracket No. 2 (right side), located near timing belt cover. Remove generator-to-engine bracket for access to timing belt covers. 4. Using Pulley Holder (09213-54015) or equivalent, and Handle (09330-00021) or equivalent, hold crankshaft pulley. Remove crankshaft pulley bolt. Using puller, remove crankshaft pulley. Remove No. 1 and 2 timing belt covers and gaskets. See Fig. 1 . 5. On RX 330, remove nut and separate engine mounting insulator. Place wooden block on jack and jack up engine enough to remove right side engine mounting bracket. On Highlander and Sienna, lifting engine is not required. On all models, remove engine mounting bracket. Note direction of timing belt guide installation for reassembly reference. Remove timing belt guide. NOTE: Always turn crankshaft CLOCKWISE, as viewed from timing belt side of engine.

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6. Temporarily install crankshaft pulley bolt in crankshaft. Using crankshaft pulley bolt, rotate crankshaft CLOCKWISE until timing mark on crankshaft sprocket aligns with timing mark on oil pump body. See Fig. 2 . 7. Ensure timing marks on camshaft sprockets are aligned with timing mark on No. 3 timing belt cover. See Fig. 2 . If timing marks are not aligned, rotate crankshaft CLOCKWISE one full revolution (360 degrees). Remove crankshaft pulley bolt. 8. If reusing old belt, ensure there are 3 installation marks and front arrow marked on belt. See Fig. 3 . If not, place mating mark on belt where it contacts the crankshaft and camshaft sprockets. Also, mark belt with arrow showing direction of rotation. 9. Turning crankshaft pulley COUNTERCLOCKWISE, set cylinder No. 1 to about 60 degrees BTDC. See Fig. 4 . CAUTION: If timing belt is disengaged, having crankshaft pulley at wrong angle can cause piston and valve to come in contact with each other when you remove crankshaft or camshaft pulleys, causing damage. Always set crankshaft pulley at correct angle. 10. Alternately loosen 2 bolts, and remove timing belt tensioner and dust boot. DO NOT hold tensioner with push rod facing DOWN. Remove timing belt in following sequence: A. No. 1 idler pulley B. Right camshaft sprocket (firewall side) C. No. 2 idler pulley D. Left camshaft sprocket (front of vehicle side) E. Water pump pulley F. Crankshaft sprocket

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Fig. 6: Exploded View Of Outer Cowl Top Panel (RX 330 Shown; Other Models Are Similar) Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.
Inspection (Highlander, Sienna & RX 330)

1. Inspect timing belt for damaged teeth, cracking or oil contamination. Ensure idler pulleys rotate freely and are not leaking oil. Replace damaged components. Inspect water pump for leaks or worn out bearing.
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CAUTION: Never hold timing belt tensioner with push rod facing downward.

2. Inspect timing belt tensioner for signs of oil leakage. Replace timing belt tensioner if oil leakage exists. Hold timing belt tensioner body with push rod facing upward. Press rod against solid surface. Replace timing belt tensioner if push rod moves.
Installation (Highlander, Sienna & RX 330)

1. Install No. 1 and No. 2 idler pulleys (if removed). On No. 1 idler pulley bolt, coat threads with Loctite 242 or equivalent. Install and tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Ensure idler pulleys are clean and rotate smoothly. 2. Temporarily install crankshaft pulley bolt in crankshaft. If necessary, use crankshaft pulley bolt to rotate crankshaft COUNTERCLOCKWISE until timing mark on crankshaft sprocket is about 60 degrees BTDC. See Fig. 4 . CAUTION: If timing belt is disengaged, having crankshaft pulley at wrong angle can cause piston and valve to come in contact with each other when you remove crankshaft or camshaft pulleys, causing damage. Always set crankshaft pulley at correct angle. 3. Using spanner wrench, rotate each camshaft sprocket so timing mark on camshaft sprocket aligns with timing mark on No. 3 timing belt rear cover. See Fig. 2 . NOTE: Engine should be cold when installing timing belt.

4. Install timing belt in following order: Crankshaft sprocket Water pump pulley Left camshaft sprocket (front of vehicle side) No. 2 idler pulley Right camshaft sprocket (firewall side) No. 1 idler pulley If reusing old belt, ensure belt installation marks align with camshaft and crankshaft sprocket marks. Ensure front (or rotation direction mark) points in correct direction. 5. Using press, SLOWLY apply about 200-2200 lbs. of pressure on push rod of timing belt tension until rod is retracted and holes in rod and housing are aligned. See Fig. 5 . Align holes in housing and push rod. Install 1.5 mm hexagon wrench through housing and push rod hole to secure push rod. Release press and install dust boot on timing belt tensioner. 6. Install timing belt tensioner. Install and alternately tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . 7. Remove 1.5 mm hexagon wrench from timing belt tensioner. Slowly rotate crankshaft CLOCKWISE 2 revolutions until timing mark on crankshaft sprocket aligns with timing mark on oil pump body.
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8. Ensure timing mark on each camshaft sprocket is aligned with timing mark on No. 3 timing belt rear cover. See Fig. 2 . If all timing marks are not aligned, remove timing belt and reinstall. Remove crankshaft pulley bolt. 9. Install timing belt guide with cup facing out. On RX 330, place wooden block on jack and jack up engine enough to install right side engine mounting bracket. On all models, Install engine mounting bracket on front of cylinder block. Install nut on engine mounting insulator. Install and tighten bolts and nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . 10. Using NEW gaskets, install No. 1 and 2 timing belt covers. Ensure there are no gaps in gasket. Cut off excess gasket. Install and tighten bolts to specification. 11. Align crankshaft key with key groove of crankshaft pulley. Install crankshaft pulley. Install and tighten crankshaft pulley bolt to specification. 12. Install generator bracket. Connect engine ground strap. Install engine mounting bracket No. 2 (right side) and engine moving control rod. Install cruise control actuator (if equipped). 13. To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure. Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Adjust drive belts to proper tension.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Application Camshaft Sprocket Bolt Crankshaft Pulley Bolt Engine Mounting Bracket (Right Side) Bolts Engine Mounting Stay Bolts Engine Moving Control Rod Bolts Inboard Bolt (Small) All Other Bolts Generator Adjusting Lock Bolt Generator Bracket-To-Engine Bolts Generator Pivot Bolt Power Steering Pump Bolt Power Steering Pump Bracket-To-Cylinder Head Bolt Timing Belt Idler Pulleys No. 1 Idler Pulley Pivot Bolt No. 2 Idler Pulley Bolt Timing Belt Tensioner Bolt Wheel Lug Nut Wiper Arm Nuts Timing Belt Cover Bolts Timing Belt Plate Bolt
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Ft. Lbs. (N.m) 92 (125) 162 (220) 21 (28) 47 (64) 17 (23) 47 (64) 13 (18) 21 (28) 43 (58) 32 (43) 32 (43)
(1) 25 (34)

32 (43) 20 (27) 76 (103) 18 (24) INCH Lbs. (N.m) 75 (8.5) 71 (8)

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Water Pump Bolt/Nut Wiper Link Assembly Bolts

(1) Apply Loctite 242 or equivalent to bolt threads.

71 (8) 62 (7)

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