Tacoma Regular Cab 2WD L4-2.4L (2RZ-FE) (2000)
b) Remove the balance shaft drive gear with the shaft.
c) Remove the No.2 timing chain with the No.2 crankshaft timing sprocket.
22. 3RZ-FE:
REMOVE NO.4 VIBRATION DAMPER
Remove the 2 bolts and No.4 damper.
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TIMING CHAINS AND SPROCKETS
a) Measure the length of the 16 links with the chain fully stretched.
Maximum chain elongation:
If the elongation is greater than maximum, replace the chain.
HINT: Make the same measurements pulling at 3 or more places selected at random.
b) Wrap the chain around the timing sprocket.
c) Using vernier calipers, measure the sprocket diameter with the chain.