How to Replace Serpentine Belt (Drive Belt) - Toyota Landcruiser 100 Series

How to change the serpentine belt (AKA drive belt) on a Toyota Landcruiser 100 Series (model UZJ100R), or Lexus LX470, with 4.7L 2UZ-FE V8 petrol engine, year models 1998-2007. This video can also be used for other models with the same engine, found in the 4Runner, Tundra and Sequoia. This ribbed V belt drives the waterpump/fan, alternator, power steering and air conditioning compressor.
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0:00 Introduction
00:18 Tools and parts
00:44 Removing engine cover and air intake tubing
02:40 Automatic belt tensioner markings explained
03:16 Removing old serpentine belt (drive belt)
03:57 Installing new serpentine belt
05:10 Checking belt tensioner position
05:19 Reinstating air intake tubing and engine cover
06:37 Final belt check (running engine)
06:49 Conclusion
Parts used:
Serpentine Belt - Toyota 90916-02586, comes labelled as Mitsuboshi 6PK2240
(Substitute for Toyota 90916-02463)
Belt specification:
6 = number of ribs
P = Metric
K = Automotive
2240 = Effective length of belt (mm)
Tools used:
10mm and 14mm metric sockets
Socket wrench with extension to suit above socket
Recommended Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Safety glasses
- Gloves
All genuine part numbers were found by entering vehicle VIN number into PartSouq:
partsouq.com/
Disclaimer: At 2nd Gear Low, we love working on cars, but we are not trained mechanics. We like completing maintenance and modifications to all sorts of cars and filming it for your entertainment, but we can’t promise that you won’t harm yourself, someone else, your car or your warranty by trying this. Talk to a qualified mechanic if you are ever unsure about any part of a job that you choose to try yourself.

[@nkredit]

Just used this video after I shredded my belt. Thank you for posting, it made my repair quick and easy!!!

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for watching mate, great to hear it helped you out!

[@darrengardiner650]

Clear, concise and precise, well done

[@2ndGearLow]

Thank you Darren, we really appreciate your feedback

[@dyyuz]

im getting an 02 cruiser soon same engine as urs and ur videos are helping me alot thanks man

[@2ndGearLow]

No problem and great to hear, thanks for watching!

[@bmcdonald7303]

Thank you! Informative and to the point.

[@2ndGearLow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Ponyo3816]

Your videography is stupendous.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks!

[@thearsehole3107]

Great easy to follow video thanks. Long May the old Landcruisers live.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks very much! Great cars

[@mxteam248]

I love your step by steps. Thankyou

[@2ndGearLow]

No problem, thanks for watching and we appreciate your comment!

[@johnnewie1466]

I've learn alot in your videos really detailed and easy to understand as you explain sequentially. In future video I'd like to see you replacing rocket cover gasket and the rubber boot protecting the wheel arm joint [whatever its called] in 100 series. Always like watching your videos 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 tops, Thanks

[@2ndGearLow]

Noted, thanks John!

[@kazantipa]

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[@bizeigel]

Great video. I have the belt and now the how to. Def keeping the old belt for a spare. I think I have the same bumper on my Lx470 1999. It's an TJM.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for watching! This bar is one from ARB, but they do look similar

[@countryboy8870]

perfect man. Thanks.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for watching!

[@Naps_Super_Sports]

My LX470 threw a Serpentine Belt today and this video contained all the information required to get the belt back on. Only feedback would be what are the implications if this belt fails.

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi Trav, thanks for the feedback. The engine will still run but without the water pump, you won't have any coolant circulating through the engine and it will begin to overheat quite quickly. I had this happen on another car and was able to limp home as I was only 5mins away. But best to pull over straight away and get a new belt sorted. Hope this helps!

[@jackadd5680]

can you do a timing belt change video need mine done soon

[@freeiran6739]

Hi mate.,thanks for your video,how can off fuel light?

[@spunk3x915]

What wheel are you running on that LC? awesome video btw.

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi, thanks for watching! These wheels are ROH Invader 17x9

[@302esky]

When i Unplugged my air cleaner mass sensor and reinstalled the plug, I got an engine warning light and i had to get it reset cause it picked it up as unplugged. Lexus LX470 07

[@nafsetahera]

HI IM FROM AFRICA MOZAMBIQUE , PEMBA , AND HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY RADIADIATOR GOT SOMEONE TO CLEAN IT UP, WELL WHAT HAPPEN WAS THAT WHILE HE WAS CLEANING , HE WENT TRUE UP TO THE COOLER SO ALL THE MUD AND WATER ENDED UP TO THE GEARBOX . WELL WHEN I GOT TO KNOW . THE GEARBOX IT'S NOT ENGAGING. I OPEN THE COVER ON THE BOTTOM AND FOUND A LOT OF MUD AND WATER FROM THE RADIATOR. PLEASE ADVISE HOW CAN A FLASH THE GEARBOX .

[@howardinothegreat136]

👍

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for watching

[@michelle8088]

I love you holy shit

[@2ndGearLow]

Thank you so much Michelle!

[@jackadd5680]

what tire and rims spec are on your car

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi, the rims are ROH Invader 17X9.0 +35 and the tyres are Falken Wildpeak AT3W 285/70/R17. Hope this helps!

[@petr11135]

Ремень меняю без снятия воздушного фильтра

[@seahawksforever9504]

The Toyota manufacturer calls it a timing belt but the OEM label states its a serpentine belt. Why is that?

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi, the belt shown in this video is the drive belt, which on this particular engine drives the power steering pump, alternator, water pump and cooler compressor (air con compressor) from the crankshaft pulley. Many engines have multiple drive belts, for example a separate belt for the cooler compressor and power steering pump, however this engine has one continuous drive belt which is often referred to as a serpentine belt. The timing belt is a completely different belt which sets the timing of opening/closing of valves within the engine and ensures that this happens in the correct order (and at the correct time) for each cylinder, in relation to the movement of the pistons. The timing belt is located further into the engine and takes more work to get to. To better understand the part numbers required for each application, we recommend putting your vehicle identification number (VIN) into partsouq.com, where you can then see full exploded diagrams with part numbers for your particular vehicle, and genuine Toyota parts can also be purchased from there. We are not affiliated with partsouq but recommend them in every video as they are a truly brilliant and free resource for working on your own car.