RX 300 FWD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1999)
Remove the 4 bolts, 2 nuts, water pump and gasket.
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT WATER PUMP
a. Visually check the drain hole for coolant leakage.
If leakage is found, replace the water pump.
b. Turn the pulley, and check that the water pump bearing moves smoothly and quietly.
If necessary, replace the water pump.
2. INSPECT TIMING BELT COMPONENTS
INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL WATER PUMP
Install a new gasket and the water pump with the 4 bolts and 2 nuts.
Torque: 6 Nm (60 kgf-cm, 53 inch lbs.)
NOTICE: Do not get oil on the gasket.
2. INSTALL NO.3 TIMING BELT COVER
3. INSTALL NO.2 IDLER PULLEY
4. INSTALL CAMSHAFT TIMING PULLEYS
5. INSTALL TIMING BELT
6. INSTALL FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION BRACE
7. INSTALL OUTER COWL TOP PANEL
8. FILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT
9. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR LEAKS
10. RECHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL