Tacoma Extra Cab 4WD L4-2693cc 2.7L DOHC MFI (1997)
NOTE: If necessary, install the gear with Special Service Tool (SST) Upper Ball Joint Dust Cover Replacer # 09636 - 20010 or equivalent.
6. Install No. 1 timing chain and camshaft timing gear.
(a)
Align the timing mark between the mark link of the No. 1 timing chain, and install the No. 1 timing chain to the timing gear.
(b) Align the timing mark of the crankshaft timing gear with the mark link of the No. 1 timing chain and install the No. 1 timing chain.
(c)
Tie the No. 1 timing chain with a cord as shown in the illustration, and make sure it doesn't come loose.
7. Install timing chain cover.
(a)
Install 3 new gaskets to the cylinder block and water bypass pipe.
(b) Install the timing chain cover with the 9 bolts and 2 nuts.
Torque:
Bolt:
12 mm head A: 20 Nm (14 ft. lbs.)
12 mm head B: 24.5 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
14 mm head: 44 Nm (32 ft. lbs.)
Nut: 20 Nm (14 ft. lbs.)