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Lexus GS 430 V8-4.3L (3UZ-FE) (2004)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Specifications (page 9 of 20)

Make
Lexus
Model
GS 430
Engine
V8-4.3L (3UZ-FE)
Year
2004
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 9 of 20
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14. REMOVE NO.1 DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEY 

Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and idler pulley.

15. IF RE-USING TIMING BELT, CHECK INSTALLATION MARKS ON TIMING BELT

Check that there are 3 installation marks on the timing belt by turning the crankshaft pulley as shown in the illustration.

HINT:  If the installation marks have disappeared, place a new installation mark on the timing belt before removing each pant.

16. LOOSEN CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT 

Using SST, loosen the pulley bolt. 
SST 09213-70011, 09330-00021

17. SET NO.1 CYLINDER TO APPROXIMATELY 50° ATDC/COMPRESSION 

a. Turn the crankshaft pulley and align its groove with timing mark "0" of the No.1 timing belt cover.

Pinch or Ctrl + scroll to zoom. Double-tap to reset.

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