RAV4 4-Door 4WD L4-2.0L (3S-FE) (1997)
(d) Pry the pulley toward the left as far as it will go and tighten the bolt.
(e)
Check that the idler pulley moves smoothly.
5. Temporarily install timing belt.
NOTE: The engine should be cold.
(a)
Using the crankshaft pulley bolt, turn the crankshaft and position the key groove of the crankshaft timing pulley upward.
(b) Remove any oil or water on the crankshaft pulley, oil pump pulley, water pump pulley, No. 1 idler pulley and No. 2 idler pulley, and keep
them clean.
(c)
Install the timing belt on the crankshaft timing pulley, oil pump pulley, No. 1 idler pulley, water pump pulley and No. 2 idler pulley.
NOTE (When re-using timing belt): Align the points marked during removal, and install the belt with the arrow pointing in the direction of
engine revolution.
6. Install timing belt guide.
Install the guide, facing the cup side outward.
7. Install No. 1 timing belt cover.