4 Runner SR5 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
Camshaft: Service and Repair
Disassembly
1. Disassemble exhaust camshafts.
(a)
Mount the hexagonal wrench head portion of the camshaft in a vise.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the camshaft.
(b) Using Special Service Tool (SST) Variable Pin Wrench Set # 09960 - 10010 (Variable Pin Wrench Arm Assy. # 09962 - 01000, Pin 5 #
09963 - 00500) or equivalents, turn the sub-gear clockwise and remove the service bolt.
(c)
Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring.
(d) Remove these parts:
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Wave washer.
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Camshaft sub-gear.
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Camshaft gear spring.
NOTE: Arrange the camshaft sub-gears and gear springs (RH and LH side).