Highlander 2WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
19. REMOVE TIMING BELT
a. Set the No. 1 cylinder to TDC/compression.
1. Temporarily install the crankshaft pulley bolt with the washer to the crankshaft.
2. Turn the crankshaft clockwise, and align the timing marks of the crankshaft timing pulley and oil pump body.
3. Check that the timing marks of the camshaft timing pulleys and No. 3 timing belt cover are aligned. If not, turn the crankshaft 1 revolution
(360°).
4. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.
b. If planning to reuse the timing belt, check that there are 4 installation marks on the timing belt, as shown in the illustration.
1. If the installation marks have disappeared, put new installation marks on the timing belt before removing.
c. Set the No. 1 cylinder to approximately 60° BTDC/compression.
1. Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise by approximately 60°.
NOTICE: With the timing belt removed: The crankshaft pulley must be at the correct angle to avoid damage in later steps. If the
crankshaft pulley is at the wrong angle and then the camshaft timing pulley and the camshaft are removed, the piston head and valve head
may come in contact and be damaged.
d. Remove the timing belt tensioner.