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Lexus ES 300 V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1997)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Component Alignment Marks: Locations

Make
Lexus
Model
ES 300
Engine
V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE)
Year
1997
Section
Timing Component Alignment Marks › Locations
MaintenanceLocations · page 1 of 2
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Timing Component Alignment Marks: Locations

CAUTION:  Incorrect removal or installation of the timing belt can result in damage to internal engine components.

For complete Timing Belt Removal and Installation information, please refer to Timing Belt; Service and Repair.  See: Timing Belt/Service and
Repair

SET NO.1 CYLINDER TO TDC/COMPRESSION

(a) Crankshaft Timing Pulley Position:

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Temporarily install the crankshaft pulley bolt to the crankshaft.

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Turn the  crankshaft, and align the timing marks of the crankshaft timing pulley and oil pump body.

(b) Camshaft Timing Pulley Positions:

Using SST Variable Pin Wrench Set # 09960-10010 (Variable Pin Wrench Arm Assy. # 09962 - 01000, Pin 10 # 09963-01000) or
equivalents, turn the camshaft pulley, align the timing marks of the timing pulley and No.3 timing belt cover. 

TIMING BELT

NOTE:  The engine should be cold.

(a) Remove any oil or water on the pulleys, and keep them clean. 

CAUTION:  Only wipe the pulleys; do not use any cleansing agent.

(b) Face the front mark on the timing belt forward.
(c) Align the installation mark on the timing belt with the timing mark of the crankshaft timing pulley. Align the installation marks on the timing

belt with the timing marks of the camshaft timing pulleys.

(e) Install the timing belt in this order:

(1) Crankshaft timing pulley.
(2) Water pump pulley.

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