How to replace timing belt 3.4l Toyota. 5vzfe. Tacoma, 4runner, T100 and more

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I just finished a Timing Job and valve cover reseal and Plenum and intake Reseal on the 3.4l yesterday Good Video I agree easy job I did it in vehicle have done tens of thousands of them over the years 0:55

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thanks for sharing and for the compliment. I bet I've done at least a dozen of them.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@funjunkiegarage they there not to bad at all most customers could do it of they put there mind and Muscles to it

[@JesRobles-b9x]

I have a quick question. Keeping Engine in how much would you charge for the timing belt and water pump gasket etc??? Plus to replace crank sensors? My sensors are bad . Since everything is exposed i considering in replacing timing belt to save on cost. Your advice would be helpful? Thanks for your time

[@funjunkiegarage]

@JesRobles-b9x I charge 425.00 for doing the job in the vehicle. There would be no charge for the crank sensor because it's one bolt & 20 seconds labor once you're in there doing the timing set. If you need cam seals it's another 75.00.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

​@@JesRobles-b9x I agree a bit higher on the timing job I charge 500 but I'm also in a extremely hot state. same for me I don't charge for the crank sensor it's 1 bolt and the timing is already apart. For me Cam seals are a extra 80 dollars instead of junkies 75 price. Every tech charges different they cost more in az for dealer parts

[@number1yota]

I like this guy, first of your videos I've seen. I aint here to argue, this is my way and the parts I'm using.

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you. I'm not a certified technician by any stretch. I just like to show what can be done on a budget, on the floor with basic tools. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@JohnnyCarroll-wi6tx]

@@funjunkiegarage aint gonna argue.

[@funjunkiegarage]

Nope, just not.

[@NoahWatkinsSanDiego]

Very cool to see the process on a 3.4! Nice work!

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@plutosforest]

Nice video man. I have been stumbling across your older videos too for other jobs. Lot of good content.

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you. I certainly appreciate the kind words. Good content is key so I'm happy to hear that. I appreciate all of your support .

[@tombstone2826]

Easy job to do just take your time ! just keep the timing marks in place ! Did my 1999 4runner over the weekend.

[@funjunkiegarage]

Nice, good advice. Happy to hear you got yours done . Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@smrtnz5995]

Great job - Fun and Oz appreciate the shoot view out of the vehicle without the radiator in the way.

[@funjunkiegarage]

Awesome thank you. It does help with it out if the vehicle for sure. Appreciate your support man.

[@drivetastefullyph]

One of the best tutorial!

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thanks brother! That's an awesome compliment! I appreciate your support.

[@drivetastefullyph]

@@funjunkiegarage I love your camera angles. Not complicated and very clear! more power to your channel.

[@funjunkiegarage]

That is so great to hear! Thank you very much for sharing that. I really enjoy making my show and it's good to know it's coming across the way I intended. I do appreciate the support. Have a great day!

[@markcollins4514]

Great video, able to see the process much better with the engine out of the vehicle.

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thanks Mark. I agree eaiser to see the progress for certain. Thanks for watching and commenting, I appreciate your support.

[@terrallputnam7979]

Good Catch! I was sweating that hose still being off. I was hoping you wouldn't get it all back together without the hose being reconnected. I may be doing this job on a T100 soon. Thanks!

[@funjunkiegarage]

Hahahaha thanks, I've done this job more than a dozen times and still forget that. Thanks for being concerned, I don't like doing stuff over. I learned a trick from a viewer that makes this job even eaiser. Leave the top idler pulley off till the end. Put the tensioner pulley on but not the tensioner. Start at the crank mark and put the new belt on , then to left pulley, then to right pulley, then on down to the crank again. Just place the top idler in place, tighten and then install the tensioner. So easy. I cannot believe I never thought of that. Thanks to that viewer for sure. And thank you for watching and commenting. If you have any questions please hit me up. Let me know how it turns out if you don't mind. Much appreciated

[@pedrobatista8980]

Thanks a lot for this tutorial. great explanation.

[@funjunkiegarage]

You're welcome. And thank you, appreciate the compliment. Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@jesusstout7450]

Awesome video! Best timing video on utube

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you!! What an awesome compliment! I appreciate that big time!

[@theRustybuck3t]

there's a much easier way of getting the timing belt on without the extra pry tool needed. you actually start with the crank first, then left cam then right cam, leave the top pulley off for now. you might have to adjust the cams to line them up, then with everything is line up, just pull the slack down on top and bolt the top pulley back on. its so much easier this way

[@funjunkiegarage]

Wow, that does sound eaiser. Thank you for sharing that information. I'll definitely try it on the next one. I appreciate you watching and supporting my channel.

[@funjunkiegarage]

Hey brother, just wanted to let you know my buddy and I did his timing belt this week and used your method. It was super easy and worked great. I really appreciate the helpful information!

[@Hmoob101]

Risk of cross threading when you drive the pulley bolt in with tension

[@BigpappaB2011]

I know its a year old but good info. Can the crankshaft position sensor be replaced just by removing the fan and plastic cover over the belt?..or will I have to remove the alternator as well? I will be replacing the sensor and connector. Thanks

[@funjunkiegarage]

I think you'll need to remove the alternator as well, just for eaiser access. I'm not 100% sure but I think so. Hope this helps

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Don't loose the tensioner washer that goes behind it

[@funjunkiegarage]

That's good advice, that washer is important. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@JesRobles-b9x]

What would a customer expect to pay for the job you are doing in this video??? I'm having crank sensors issues this moment. What would be a fair price to pay ?? Timing belt gasket and all u showed. Addition with crank sensors??? Your professional input would be helpful. What state is your shop? Great video look forward for more. Thanks for sharing your expertise

[@funjunkiegarage]

Between 425.00 & 500.00 labor for everything depending on doing cam seals. Parts I used run about 230.00 for the timing set with water pump. My shop is in Indiana so that's mid west prices. I appreciate you watching, happy you enjoyed the videos. Thanks for commenting.

[@JesRobles-b9x]

Your not to far from me. I would like to make an appointment. Is there a way customers get a hold of your shop ? Thanks again

[@funjunkiegarage]

@JesRobles-b9x I appreciate it. But I don't run an official mechanic shop. I'm partially retired & I have an auto salvage business. I reserve wrench turning for my own fleet and the vehicles my friends own. Sorry I can't help with your situation.

[@budadi]

Why is it impossible to find the interval on the belt? Only miles or km, what about years/months? Going and look at a 99 land cruiser today, got 1500km on the belt but 8 years.

[@funjunkiegarage]

I go by average of 90,000 miles or 8 years. It's not exposed to the elements or oil hopefully so that seems fair to me. Just my opinion. The one on my Tundra looks new, but it's at 95,000 and 8 years, so I'll be changing it soon. Hope this helps. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@stevanrose7439]

I wish I had a motor sitting out of the car so I could do a practice belt job on even if I just put all the old parts back on. I’m gonna do this job on my Tacoma this week and I’m sure I can do it but would be nice to have done one before hand.

[@funjunkiegarage]

I agree that would be nice to have the practice and a little more confidence. I'm sure you'll be fine. The first time is a bit intimidating. Just take your time and double check everything. Which is great rule for every job. Let me know how it goes. Hit me up if you have any questions. Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate your support.

[@carczar956]

What if the belt snapped while driving and I have to replace it? How do I line up everything prior to reinstalling the new belt so that the timing is correct after repair? Great video and thanks for your time.

[@funjunkiegarage]

If the belt broke while driving, take everything off to get to the belt. Set the crank at the proper location (line up the dot with the arrow). Then set the cams in the proper place by lining up the marks on the gears with the marks on the plate. Then install the belt. Glad you enjoyed the video. You're welcome. And let me know if you have any more questions. Thanks for watching

[@brendannostrant7076]

Thanks for the sage wisdom!!

[@funjunkiegarage]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching and supporting my channel

[@williamthompson978]

I will tell you saved me 1800 what Toyota was charging I love the attitude it screams experience thx again

[@funjunkiegarage]

Awesome! That's what I love to hear. Makes it all worth it. Thanks for the compliment, I've been spinning wrenches since my early childhood on go karts and mini bikes and any other junk we could get to run. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@fourutocone]

Great job . I'm doing this right now but when I mount the Belt I see my Cam's have kicked about a Half a tooth off my mark's .Almost had it with the tensioner loose then tightened it back up still kicked out.

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you. If you have it all on and it has moved both cams the same, check the crank mark, if everything moved the same you should be fine to set it back to your marks. If I'm understanding you correctly. Let me know how it turns out please. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@fourutocone]

@@funjunkiegarage Crank & TDC stay's in the same location Just the 2 cam pullies want to kick back about half a tooth it's like it has compression & wants to go one way or the other. I have also watched Timmy the Toolman videos & he said there is a bit of pressure when the marks are lined up. Some people leave the tensioner loose to help put the belt on I've tried it this way but not with the bolts tight . Also the plugs are out. Could the belt be one tooth off. Should I pull it tighter.

[@funjunkiegarage]

Hmmmmm I seriously doubt the belt marks are off. Moving only slightly I wouldn't think it is jumping time. If the marks on the belt are lined up with the marks on the pulleys, not the plate behind it, and are lined up with the crank pulley I say tension the belt and do the 2 full turns with the crank. If you get any solid resistance stop and go back, but I think you have it. Half a tooth is only about 1/8th inch. I've had stuff move while fighting the belt on other jobs, but if the belt marks all line up with the pulley marks then you have it. Let me know what happens please. Thanks again for watching and asking questions

[@fourutocone]

@@funjunkiegarage I want to thank you for your time & your quick answers I will try what you said This weekend .I'll try & let you know what the deal is .

[@funjunkiegarage]

You are certainly welcome. I hope you get it first try. Yes, please, do let me know.

[@davidrowland2354]

If you have it at compression stroke top dead center number one firing and have your marks all lined up does it matter where the marks on the belt is

[@funjunkiegarage]

In theory, no, as long as it's all lined up properly and you get the belt on properly. The trick is making sure it's on properly. The marks are there for that purpose. If you don't get it perfect, you can be a tooth off on 1 gear and it won't run. If you've ever done one, you'll be glad for the marks on the belt. Getting all 3 marks to line up properly is very important and absolutely necessary. I personally would not try it without them. Hope this helps. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@rickyshearer6458]

What about the crank bolt. Is it ok just use a impact gun and loctite on crank bolt, and call it done.

[@funjunkiegarage]

I'd advise you to look up a torque spec. I just show procedure. That said I just use the impact and no lock tight. It's always worked for me. I appreciate you watching and commenting

[@scotto3826]

Do not reuse the crank bolt! Get a new one at Toyota, they're cheap. The torque spec is 217 ft. lb.

[@StevieLandis-l5s]

Thanks for your help on this

[@funjunkiegarage]

You are absolutely welcome. I appreciate you watching.

[@nicholasmyspace]

Great video thanks for the help

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you. You're welcome. I appreciate you watching and commenting

[@edibarrera6392]

orale good tutorial .... great job !

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate your support!

[@richarddiaz8248]

Thank you for your expertise

[@funjunkiegarage]

You are absolutely welcome. I appreciate you watching and supporting my channel.

[@jameswatt4694]

There is a ton of evidence out there that running the TStat jiggle-valve at 6 o'clock rather than at 12 will let the 3.4l engine run about 10 degrees cooler. I dropped 12 degrees. What are your thoughts on that?

[@funjunkiegarage]

Now that you mentioned it, I recall hearing that before. I believe the evidence. And sounds like you proved it. I had forgotten all about it. Thanks for sharing that. I'm sure it will be helpful. Thanks for watching and sharing your experience.

[@stevestewart7384]

When is it time to replace timing belt on 1999 toy 4 runner 6 cylinder has a lot of milesa but bleta been kept up on but when please how many. Milesandvif I don't will it ruin engine ??

[@funjunkiegarage]

The timing belt should be replaced every 90,000 miles. If it breaks it will not ruin your engine, but it's much more difficult to get it all back in time again. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@stevestewart7384]

Thank u I guys r the best care can sleep better now!

[@funjunkiegarage]

Awesome. One less thing to be concerned with is always nice.

[@stevestewart7384]

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[@funjunkiegarage]

Right on

[@SavDog262]

Do you have a link for the kit you bought?

[@funjunkiegarage]

I buy the full Aisin kit from Rock Auto. I cannot put Rock Auto links here. I've always had great success with the Aisin kit. It has Koyo bearings and I've used it several times Hope that helps.

[@SavDog262]

Awesome vid. Is that a Mitsubishi belt? Or mitsuboshi? With an O

[@funjunkiegarage]

It is a Mitsubishi belt. It's part of the Aisin kit.

[@davidcooper7212]

Can you do the water pump without changing the timing belt ?

[@funjunkiegarage]

Yes. If the belt is good you can reinstall it. Cannot change water pump without removing timing belt. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@Chefgoose69]

What is the name of that plastic piece in 14:57

[@funjunkiegarage]

I do believe the technical term is "bottom end timing cover" I call it the bottom timing cover because it has the timing marks on it. And it covers the bottom of the timing belt. I may have one if you need one, I'd have to check. Thanks for watching and asking. I hope this helps. I appreciate your support of my channel.

[@pepilloni]

Nice video hope I can die it on the floor 😅😅😅 question buddy they had any possibility that because the water pump gasket water get into the engine ? Thanks

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you. It is nice doing it out of the vehicle . If your water pump gasket goes bad, it will not leak water into the engine where it should not be. If you are getting water in the oil then you have a problem elsewhere. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching and asking a question. I appreciate it.

[@zacharywatters1843]

I’ve got to do this to my 98 Tacoma asap. Waterpump completely let go. Ordered the full AISIN kit for it and my front crank seal & cam seals from Toyota due to oil leaks. Watched your video a few times as well as others and a few forums, going to be a fun job with motor still in the truck none the less haha. My question to you would be, is there an alternative way to remove the crank pulley without having a proper puller? I’ll have to do all the same work to my 97 4runner down the road so it woulf be a wise investment to have all the necessary tools on hand I know, just on a tight budget right now

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you for watching my video, I hope you found it informative. It's a time consuming job more than it is difficult. I'm sure you'll do fine. No you don't need a puller. That said, the pulley is not press fit, it has a key way and should slide on and off. But I often find them a little stuck on. I use a puller because I have one. You can often get them off without a puller. If you find it to be stuck you don't want to hit it too hard. Your local auto parts store will "loan" you a puller. You buy it and when you're done, return it is how that works. Let me know how it goes, feel free to message me during the job if you should find the need. Thanks again for watching and for asking a question. I appreciate your support of my channel.

[@LittleRiverKingfiser]

thank you for this!

[@funjunkiegarage]

You're absolutely welcome. Thank you for watching and commenting

[@danielwalsh386]

Hey great video.. had a quick question, when you lined the crank pulley up with the belt marks, did the crank remain at TDC or did you turn it to match the belt marks.. thanks

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you. The crank will remain at top dead center. If the belt is old and stretched, or the tensioner was weak, you may have to move the crank counterclockwise just a tiny bit to catch the "crank" mark on the belt when installing. I hope that is what you mean. Let me know if I misunderstood the question. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@danielwalsh386]

Thanks again.. tried the old belt lined up perfectly, was done in 10 minutes.. I'll let a mechanic put on the new belt. 😆

[@funjunkiegarage]

Right on. I'm glad it's working out . Thanks for the update!

[@trev0or341]

Great video

[@funjunkiegarage]

Awesome! Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@collinramos6167]

So idk how much you check this but my timing belt ripped itself apart down the highway and I got a new one but it doesn't have the markers for top right cam and top left cam or crank shaft does it matter?

[@funjunkiegarage]

Hmmmmmmm. I think the marks are very important so you know you have it correct versus guessing. I've never seen a belt without the marks. If you do it with everything lined up and get it right I'd say you are very lucky indeed. I personally would not even try it. Keep me posted please. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@collinramos6167]

@@funjunkiegarage found out it was the wrong part in the right box autzone has never let me down so bad

[@funjunkiegarage]

Ok. That makes more sense. AutoZone is my favorite local parts place. They get it right more often than not. Thanks for the update on parts. Let me know how the job goes for you if you don't mind. Best of luck and enjoy the project Thanks for watching!

[@collinramos6167]

@@funjunkiegarage it was my tensioner pulley that gave up not my belt

[@funjunkiegarage]

That's a bummer. Hope your new timing kit has a new one. I have seen those fail. Sometimes they get reused when a belt is changed.

[@huechang2943]

Great tutorial!!

[@funjunkiegarage]

Sweet! Thank you. I appreciate it Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@eriksony6398]

What scanner did you use for Toyota?

[@funjunkiegarage]

I have an OBD II dongle and I use the Torque App. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@eriksony6398]

@@funjunkiegarage Did you use a lot about car obd2 scanner or car battery tester, If yes, we can send one to you to test.

[@funjunkiegarage]

I don't have a way to test a stand alone computer

[@eriksony6398]

@@funjunkiegarage OK

[@sergiosg7341]

Cool sr thanks for help

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you for watching. Glad it helped. Have a great day

[@andrewm.4168]

I get the philosophy of changing the water pump since you're in there, but I've never seen a Toyota water pump fail at 90k. Realistically you could just change the belt and maybe the tensioner and have no problems. Especially taking out original Toyota parts and swapping with aftermarket Chinese versions...

[@funjunkiegarage]

Yeah, I agree, it could be done that way. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I appreciate you watching and commenting

[@transformer889]

What happened to your hand?

[@funjunkiegarage]

What do you mean? My hands are fine.

[@50Quid-d3x]

The OEM parts on ebay for 150 to 160 seem to be decient price. I would also check BAP- Jobber Whosale for ASIAN and also Toyota OEM parts which they can source. Unless somebody has a better idea!

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thank you for sharing, that's good info. Much appreciated

[@50Quid-d3x]

@@funjunkiegarage Incase anyone is unfamiliar with BAP-Geon. They only deal in forien car parts. Jobber Whosale is the best price they give to their best customers. So ask to speak to the store manager and say who you are and what you do and ask him for jobber whosale on the parts you want. He will be very busy and ask him when you can call him back. We use the BAP on Scott Street in Houston. They ship to your door asap.

[@50Quid-d3x]

@@funjunkiegarage 3403 For anyone new to BAP-Geon... Jobber Whosale is the price they give their best customers. Ask to speak to the manager about opening a new commercial account. Tell him who you are and what parts you want and ask him when you can call him back. He might say I have it right here or he may need you to call back. Parts will ship same day. We buy from the 3403 Gulf Freeway store in Houston because they have the best price for jobber whosale. I have also snabbed up Denso parts off of Amazon wearhouse open box at a decent price.

[@اميريعلي-ش2ب5ه]

عاشت ايدك اخوك امير العتابي من العراق

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thanks for watching

[@WhatOfficalTM]

Wow I may have forgotten a step

[@funjunkiegarage]

Curiously I ask, which step?!?

[@pedrogsantamaria5271]

❤😂😊

[@funjunkiegarage]

Thanks for watching and supporting my channel.

[@ozoneswiftak]

My back hurts already, just from watching. Having to do this on the vehicle seems like alot of work. A t100 with 200,000 miles most likely needs a whole kit. Not just the belt. I might not buy this truck.

[@funjunkiegarage]

It is a bit of a back breaker leaning over the engine bay for a few hours. But certainly not the worst job I've done on a vehicle. I'd hate to see you pass up an awesome T100 because of it but I understand if you don't want to do the job. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@donaldwilliams2270]

Cool don't forget the new sticker and date of service and mileage

[@funjunkiegarage]

Absolutely! That's a good point to bring up. I always put it on the timing cover. Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it.