RX 330 AWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
b. If the timing belt cover gasket is needed to repair, follow the procedure.
1. Repair the cracks and breaks by applying the seal packing to the damaged area.
Seal packing: Part No. 08826-00080 or equivalent
NOTICE: When applying the seal packing, apply it as wide and high as the gasket.
c. If the timing belt cover gasket is needed to replace, follow the procedure.
1. Using a screwdriver and gasket scraper, remove the remaining gasket.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the timing belt cover.
2. Remove the backing paper from a new gasket, and affix the gasket along the groove of the timing belt cover as shown in the illustration.
NOTICE:
^ Affix the gasket in the center of the groove.
^ At the corners, try to keep the gasket thickness uniform.
HINT:
3. If there is a gap on the joint of the gasket, apply seal packing to close the gap.
Seal packing: Part No. 08826-00080 or equivalent
NOTICE: When applying the seal packing, apply it as wide and high as the gasket.
d. Install the timing belt cover with the 6 bolts.
Torque: 8.5 Nm (87 kgf-cm, 76 inch lbs.)
40. INSTALL CAMSHAFT TIMING PULLEY