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Lexus SC 430 V8-4.3L (3UZ-FE) (2003)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Specifications (page 5 of 8)

Make
Lexus
Model
SC 430
Engine
V8-4.3L (3UZ-FE)
Year
2003
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 5 of 8
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Setting positions of the camshaft timing pulleys by turning them slightly clockwise makes it easy to install the timing belt:
Camshaft timing pulley of LH bank: 1/2 teeth
Camshaft timing pulley of RH bank: 1 tooth

2. Using the crankshaft damper bolt, turn the crankshaft to align the timing marks of the crankshaft timing pulley and oil pump body.

e. Install the timing belt.

1. Remove any oil or water on the each pulley, and keep them clean.

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

2. Face the front mark (arrow) on the timing belt forward.
3. Connect the timing belt to the crankshaft timing pulley.

^ Align the installation mark on the timing belt with the timing mark of the crankshaft timing pulley.

4. Connect the timing belt to the idler No. 2.
5. Connect the timing belt to the camshaft timing pulley (LH.bank).

^ Align the installation mark on the timing belt with the timing mark of the camshaft timing pulley.

6. Connect the timing belt to the water pump pulley.
7. Connect the timing belt to the camshaft timing pulley (RH bank). 

^ Align the installation mark on the timing belt with the timing mark of the camshaft timing pulley.

8. Connect the timing belt to the idler No.1.

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