2jz timing belt install

Obviously, if the camshaft marks are not anywhere close, turn the engine another revolution clockwise and start the alignment process again. Once the main timing marks are located and aligned, turn the crankshaft counterclockwise to align the sub-timing marks see Photo 5 with the same reference points used for the main timing marks.

At this point, if you were planning on reusing the timing belt for some unusual reason, put an arrow on it to indicate the direction of travel. Advertisement You could also paint reference marks on the belt to speed reinstallation. While again holding the crankshaft pulley, remove the retaining bolt. A pulley puller may be necessary to remove the pulley without moving the crankshaft. Then remove the lower number 1 timing cover see Photo 6. Loosen the tensioner damper bolts evenly and take the tension off the belt.

Advertisement Making the Inspection As with all timing belt replacement procedures, inspect for damage to or from the belt, oil leaks or mechanical problems loose parts that would shorten the life of the replacement belt. Inspect the tensioner damper for oil leakage that would reduce the tension that it applies.

A small amount of oil may be present at the seal, but nothing more than a little seepage is acceptable. If you can depress the push rod into the housing by hand, replace the tensioner.

If the rod does not stick out of the body at least 8. Advertisement Make sure the tensioner pulley spins freely and that the retaining bolt is tight.

Specifications call for Loctite on the retaining bolt and torquing to the proper specification. The pulley bracket should move freely; if not, make sure the spacer washer is in place between the bracket and the engine block on the retaining bolt. If the camshaft pulleys need to be removed for seal replacement, be aware that to remove the intake variable timing pulley, only the center bolt should be removed.

Do not loosen the five bolts that hold the timing mechanism together. If there is any sign of oil leakage at the variable timing sprocket not the camshaft seal , then the variable timing pulley may need to be replaced.

Variable valve timing codes may indicate leakage or other component failure. Advertisement Service bulletins and tech assistance reports indicate that the crankshaft sprocket can be easily damaged, and cause timing and driveability problems and codes.

There are reports of even small scratches on the reluctor wheel causing problems as well as missing teeth. The standard procedure for hydraulic damper retraction is used to depress and pin the damper push rod in a vise or press. Make sure even and straight pressure are applied, and install a 1. The engine should be cold by this time; if not, take a break until it is so the proper tension can be put on the new belt.

If you are reusing an old belt, make sure that you have reinstalled it in the same position and direction. Install the little restrictor to hold the belt onto the crank sprocket. Sign up. Create new posts, read what others have to say, and join the conversation. All forums Latest topics Groups Parts. Celica Supra MK2 The second generation was presented in the fall of and had a completely independent drive with the new hp 6-cylinder engines.

Emission control systems 2JZ-GE. Cooling system. Starter Starter relay Service specifications. On-vehicle inspection Generator Service specifications. I think it was option one you mentioned but can't remember for sure. You will then know for sure whether the dot or the keyway is the timing point. Set the inlet and exhaust cams to both line up with their rspective markings on the rear plate. Compress the tensioner amd insert an allen key of appropriate size.

Fit belt and tensioner, and remove allen key. Job done. The reason you are getting the movement in the cam gear in relation to the cam, is total lack of oil pressure. Yah, as said if you just ignore the fact that the VVTi gear can move and do it in a normal fashion it will be correct.

I think the newer replacement belt will also have marks on it that line up with the marks on the gears too Cheers Wilbo. Crank is dot to dot with the keyway offset. Universal Pump Spacer for mounting accessories to the rear of any Aviaid Pump. A precision-machined under driven replacement water pump pulley for Nissan RB26 engines.