ES 300 V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1997)
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.