How Well Made are Toyota Timing Belts? Let's Check an OVERDUE One! | DIY V8 Timing Belt

[@ChrisBanda]

This is the kind of mechanic I want working on my car, so much passion for the craft and pride in his work.

[@dekkerlundquist5938]

...and they are becoming very very hard to find.

[@danielharo1412]

But by installing the old serpentine belt now he’s going to charge labor on what was already to be done

[@gary8653]

@@danielharo1412 So what! Skilled craftsman deserve a bonus!

[@danielharo1412]

@@gary8653 it’s not the best way to take good care of your customer. A bit sneaky even

[@user-te1le7ck6b]

Sadly they arevunicorns now , even main dealer techs ain’t what they used to be

[@ugnhyme]

Awesome work! My father was a Lexus Master Tech for 30 years! He taught me everything I know and some of the tips you give regarding the job are the same things he will tell me. You sir are a true master tech! Hats off

[@bme7491]

Good to know there are still people in this world who are conscientious in the things that they do. I have no doubt the shop will be a big success.

[@jimmiehamilton7741]

Facts

[@Jantonvid]

shop is booked months in advance fyi

[@JAY-gv4eq]

@@Jantonvid indeed it is... I was able to get my diagnostic appt scheduled back in September for a cold November Chicago day, coming up in just two short weeks for expert TLC to get my old rig winter weather fixed

[@j.g.8328]

I recently did a timing belt job on a family member’s 2004 Toyota Sequoia with 259,000k miles. She is the original owner and has never had the timing belt replaced. I was surprised to see that the original belt was still in very good shape. All new parts used were bought from Toyota.

[@doddgarger6806]

Aisin pump bando belts mitsuboshi timing belts ntn or aisin (forgot) tensioner and koyo or nsk idlers (be sure to do both) and your golden any of the other crap and it won't last like the original oem supplied parts listed above

[@donreinke5863]

I just replaced a timing belt on a 1986 Thunderbird Turbo coupe with the nearly indestructible 2.3 engine (the ONLY Toyota 4 cyl that lasts as long is the 22R/RE)--car had 260K, and the original Ford belt (likely a Gates belt, Ford subcontracted) lasted 36 years. I DONT buy belts from dealers and I've been doing repair for 50 years.

[@minorityofone1510]

I can also vouch for that. I changed a timing belt on a 2004 Lexus GS300 in 2021; it was the original and a bit brown but still intact and not too cracked

[@adoreslaurel]

I replaced the belt on my wife's Hyundai Getz when it reached the advised time to replace it [6 years] however it had only done 65,000 Km and the belt looked brand new, there was also an OEM korea made water pump provided with the belt, so as it is just as difficult to replace the pump as the belt, it went in, I talked to my local mechanicand told him it had only racked up another 15,000 Km in the latest 6 years and he said don't worry about the 6 year limit, it will probably be good up to 15 years, It was a US made Gates belt

[@donreinke5863]

@@adoreslaurel Gates has been the world leader in drive belt technology for nearly 100 years. Use of any other belt or components is settling for second best. 50 years in automotive repair...I know.

[@rightlanehog3151]

AMD, The video is so well-lit and crystal clear. The only thing missing is a live studio audience. 🤩

[@austinpowers1999]

Please contact a TV production company about doing just that. The show would be successful.

[@rednuht44]

I bought a Ls430 about a month ago 1 owner 04 UL 150k and I’m thrilled that you made a video on this vehicle. Repairing cars as they are meant to be repaired seems to be a lost art.

[@michaelmichaelagnew8503]

I agree most people now just ditch their cars instead of keeping and taking care of them. Its becoming a lost art. I think that tells allot about a persons character.

[@AnalogWolf]

Very meticulous, passionate and detailed work/video. As a mechanical engineer this makes me especially happy when this passion goes full circle: the engineers who designed it, the plant thaat cast/machined it, the factory workers who assembled it, the driver who took good care of it, and it gets to a mechanic who treats it the same way. Whatever you own, take care of it the best you can. That's what my dad taught me and I see it here.

[@AnalogWolf]

I got my timing belt replaced on my 03 Lexus ES300 at 180k miles. I asked to see the belt afterwards. It honestly looked brand new. No cracks or obvious wear, perhaps it was soft but it didn't immediately register as such. That belt is about 10 years old and had 90K on it.

[@KING6TYLER.]

Every time I think about getting a new car I come these 430 videos and instantly change my mind again

[@johnboutsikos6049]

It's not just the passion it is his integrity that impressed me the most ...am a retired dealer tech ith 40 yrs

[@oomfh]

Before I replaced the timing belt and water pump on my SC430 I consulted three different sources - each of which omitted one or more detail. But between the three I created a step-by-step list that included what the other left out. Experience with other auto repairs will help you deal with what is not covered in manuals, videos. As mentioned by the creator of the video - it’s challenging to cover every step without making the video too long. Only thing I will add is I used a torque wrench on most of the bolts - especially on the water pump to ensure equal pressure is applied to the five bolts.

[@richardvest4048]

Good point about twerking I'm pretty sure he mentioned stretching in twerking now so I believe the failure is on you knowing awesome video keep up the good work

[@stephenfunari4575]

I have a SC430 as well. 2005. Would you be willing to share the step by step list and any other info? Engine 3UZ-FE

[@oomfh]

@@stephenfunari4575 I’d gladly share except the list except it’s on a hard drive that failed. If you go to the Lexus SC430 Owners Forum there’s a step-by-step list there. That combined with some 430 engine timing belt KZbin videos will cover most of the key points.

[@stephenfunari4575]

Thank you@@oomfh

[@MrSwirl-gd6ke]

​@oomfh hey my man only thing I can't find for myself on this job is what type of bolts to replace the 5 water pump bolts with?

[@Fister_of_Muppets]

Great video, your knowledge of the important details: Not leaving slack on the non-tensioner side, making sure the arrows point out and not inward towards the T-marks, the plastic cover, etc... all golden information. Let's also give props to that original timing belt looking half-decent after 28 years.

[@johnaclark1]

More like 18 years

[@Fister_of_Muppets]

@@johnaclark1 hmm yeah, my math was dumb yesterday

[@user-ef1ei9wu1p]

I just bought a 1 owner 3rd gen 2005 GS430 with 115000km on it (72Kmiles)here in Australia, serviced by Lexus its whole life. beautiful vehicle.

[@805NAVE]

I also just purchased a 2005 GS430! Apparently, only 422 were sold in 2005 in North America at least, not sure about world wide. Still, a very rare car. Mines 186k miles and 3 owners, but in great stock shape. Need to do timing belt soon and some other preventative maintenance items

[@chuckwhitehead3620]

Yes, 2005 Lexus LS 430 with 140,000 miles. We changed the timing belt, idler, water pump, hoses with new antifreeze using highest quality parts. After 1000 miles my daughter watched the temperature gauge climb to more than hot. It then went back down. Then the engine locked up. Engine destroyed. The cause was an internally collapsed radiator.(the original radiator looked good, but was worn out from the inside). After $2,000 for a JDM replacement engine and an additional $4,500 in labor including a new radiator we were back on the road. My recommendation to you is to change out the radiator also.

[@stephendibari5010]

Love the LS430’s ! The original owner of my 2002 ES300 changed the timing belt at 88k miles also changed the water pump and valve cover gasket. I now have 170,500 miles and I’ll be having it changed at 180k miles.

[@anthonymarinelli9224]

Why would you touch it if it was done 85-100k miles ago. ?

[@stephendibari5010]

@@anthonymarinelli9224 it’s due to be changed every 90k miles so I’m due in about 10k miles at 180k miles

[@anthonymarinelli9224]

@@stephendibari5010 they can go more than that I would do it every 125-150

[@stephendibari5010]

@@anthonymarinelli9224 I hear you. Of course Lexus /Toyota recommends 90k to cover their asses.

[@anthonymarinelli9224]

@@stephendibari5010 I’m sure ppl never do them and they last 200k miles I wouldn’t do anything untill it breaks on a car that old

[@melmel2644]

I know this is different but I just want to say my 2007 Honda Civic I was on the original serpentine belt with 330,000 miles. I gave this vehicle to my niece and it’s still going strong. Toyota and Honda’s are built well !

[@amandeepbaa6978]

But there r people who religious for doing absolute maintenance in recommended intervals

[@donreinke5863]

If that belt (or driven accessories) would have failed...ALL your exhaust valves would have bent and required replacement. I had a Civic come in that someone got cheap and didnt change the water pump with the belt. It seized, the belt broke, and the valves got wiped out.

[@melmel2644]

@@donreinke5863 Yes, that’s why I was very vigilant about looking for glazing/cracks/abnormal wear. I really wasn’t suggesting people to go that long but just to point out how the quality and Hondas are compare to the old big three.

[@donreinke5863]

@@melmel2644 Once again I will state..My 38 year old (driven daily) Bronco II with its original engine begs to differ, but of course it has a timing gear (not chain and sprocket) setup. Timing belts were never a good idea..used to have to change them on Fiats back in the 70s and the timing belt equipped Pontiac overhead cam 6 was discontinued after only 4 years in favor of the overhead valve Chevy 6 that it was based on, an ancient design that was barely upgraded over its lifespan The "big three" used timing chains with few exceptions until they started producing 4 cyl engines, and the Ford 2.3 (not that POS 2.3 made currently) was non interference so even if the belt broke it didnt take out the valves as Hondas were known to do. When Ford designed their overhead cam Triton (modular) engines, they used timing chains--not belts, and the GM LS as well as all Chrysler Hemi engines use chains also, though they are not overhead cam. Honda and Toyota finally did get smart, many of their newer engines also have chain driven camshafts. The only intelligent thing Toyota did with belt driven camshafts was to use a timing belt much wider than other engines.

[@denvernn]

Your passion for what you do and explaining everything is top notch! Well done and wishing you all the success!

[@Zephyrdaze1819]

Wow, nice video, thanks! Can’t imagine myself doing this project myself. Like tax preparation and dentistry, there are some things worth paying for to get it done right the first time!

[@pfv1247]

My 2006 Sienna has 225,000 miles and the timing belt looks really good, never been changed. just a bit stretchy. It's getting changed this week. Yeah!

[@luckydubefan808]

Wow, that's a very difficult job. Thanks for letting us see what's involved with a timing belt and water pump replacement.

[@donreinke5863]

Its.....not....difficult.

[@JAY-gv4eq]

@@donreinke5863 but it can very well be for somebody that has neck, spine, knee issues without proper equipment and cannot reach at any of that stuff without getting paralysed in the cervical spine or elsewhere

[@donreinke5863]

@@JAY-gv4eq I should have posted with the caveat "able bodied", but I do know of a paraplegic who is quite proficient at working on things and has found very inventive ways to compensate for his inability to use his lower body.

[@donreinke5863]

@@JAY-gv4eq I should have posted with the caveat "anyone of sufficient physical capability", although I know of two so-called "disabled" individuals who do their own repairs and have found inventive ways to do things despite one of them being paraplegic and the other being an arm amputee from an accident. I watched the amputee use his hook to cross terminals on a starter relay, while I would have had to find a tool to do that. I also watched him grab a hot part that would have burned the hell out of me if I were to have even touched it. Telling either of them they are disabled will result in both giving a harsh reply.

[@abyssalsoul6216]

I used a feeble Sears electric impact circa early 1980s to remove the 22mm crank bolt on my 06 Toyota Sienna. The trick was the socket that I used , a Lisle number 77110 harmonic balancer socket. Heavy as hell but worth every bit of the 26 bucks that it costs

[@Shadowdancer777]

I recently bought an 06 ls430 with 98k and first thing I did was change the timing belt. Old one was still in very good shape!

[@johngaither3830]

In the 1980's Dayton Tire and Rubber was making timing belts for select Japanese cars that were guaranteed for the life of the vehicle. I had one on a 1979 Plymouth Colt. It was still soldiering on at 210,000 miles when I sold the car. It's my understanding one of the Japanese car manufacturers bought the timing belt process and immediately shelved it.

[@bluegrassman3040]

I can’t understand why they can’t just stick with a chain…

[@atiredblue]

RE: LS430, Man you are the best of the best! It’s so hard to find an honest mechanic.. Every mechanic I’ve spoken too about a timing belt change they all say “OMG Lexus is a shit show, incredibly hard to work on!” I’m like “really?” I call bs

[@codyc.964]

This is fascinating. Watched the whole thing even though I have intention of ever doing this. It's really a skill and an art, and you're as good as they get sir!

[@atomant830]

Great job. I have a 2002 Lexus LS430 they're great cars and the 3UZ-FE is a super reliable engine. I would love to see how the injectors are replaced in these cars.

[@efrainranea8972]

missed this video. watching it 2 years late. what an amazing car, pristine platform to make it last at least 20 more years, why not 50. Greetings from your most southern fan from Patagonia Argentina !

[@Yoyo81828]

There's something very cool about watching an absolute master of his craft like AMD do their work. They make it look much easier than it is.

[@michaelinman6904]

I changed the timing belt on my 2003 Tundra (V8) a couple months ago. I bought it new and it had 220k miles on the original belt. After watching the three-part 1A-Auto KZbin series I took it on myself. Even after buying the tools I didn't have I still came out ahead... and I get to KEEP the tools! It was surprisingly easy, although time consuming and a couple of times I thought I might have gotten in over my head but a step back and a mental regroup was all it took. My biggest concern was making sure the little O-ring on that new water pump wasn't going to leak. So far, so good. Wanted to mention though, the original timing belt looked brand new. I was almost disappointed. The replacement was a Gates kit with all the pulleys from RockAuto so I think I did okay. I really appreciate your channel. I LOVE my Toyotas. I've owned nothing but Toyotas for forty years (2 4-Runners, Celica, 2 Corollas, Camry V6 (hated that transverse engine), Tundra, and an 86GT), I've worked on them all, and when it's something outside my ability, I won't let just any mechanic near them. When the high pressure fuel pump on my 86 needed replacement under recall, I really tried to get the local dealer to just let me have the pump and I'd do it myself. They didn't, although they did do a good job.

[@zeke2566]

​@pdubsyyyygates is chineze.... ..

[@user-nw5hw1tq4h]

I enjoy his videos so much but they always make me wonder if the mechanics at my dealership are this knowable and thorough.

[@cynthiastredrick4470]

It’s good to know there’s still great people like yourself whose honest and will do the work , we have a Lexus LS 430 2002 , I want to ask you a few questions using three codes that a Toyota technician would know can you let me know what these codes mean or the parts we need to replace on our car ? P0440 Evap Emission Control Sys Malf , P0441 Evap Emission Control Sys Incorrect Purge Flow , P0446 Evap Emiss Control Sys. Control Circuit Malf. It has over 301,000 miles on it.

[@Cmoney860]

Had same codes myself. Try this if you haven't already and you can thank me later. Stop by your local Toyota dealership and pickup an (OEM) Toyota brand new Gas cap and throw out your old one after its replaced with this new one. The codes should clear themselves shortly once the Check Engine Light disappears. Or you can stop by your local Auto Zone or Adavanced Auto Parts store and have them use their scan tool to clear the Check Engine Light and rescan for any trouble codes. They do this free of charge. I am optimistic this will solve your problem. Those are one of the most common engine trouble codes and a gas cap has proved to be the culprit time and time again.

[@douglasjre]

You've got flow. When you do that job. It shows how you move through it smoothly because you've done it so many times and you've paid attention to details so there's no surprises. Nice job man

[@Gazsuncoast73]

Great video, wish it was available 6 months ago when I did my sc430 timing belt. Biggest job I've ever done on a car and I'm very happy I accomplished it. Sold the car for a $10k profit too 😀 love your channel 😉

[@jrh11254]

@FINDFIXRESTORE - well done!

[@albertagyemang1425]

The best mechanic on KZbin. You made it look very easy. Very good instructor.

[@brassboy77]

I had a 2004 LS430. Ordered it without even driving one as the dealer had none on the lot. The first luxury car I could ever afford. Kept it 10 years. Ran like a top the whole time. Probably should have kept it longer. Now I drive a 2020 Highlander, also a great car.

[@Renegade498]

Great Video! Back when I replaced the timing belt on my 3.4 v6 2001 Tacoma it was easily twice as bad as the cracked belt you showed from the sienna! 😄 That belt was at twice its lifespan, 20 years old, and had lived most of its years in the desert! At the time it was new to me, and the previous owner never bothered with it. At the very least it was a non-interference engine so if it did ever snap, the engine wouldn't be destroyed. Thanks for all the great Toyota content!

[@keithhastings4092]

If funding permitted I wouldn’t hesitate to hire you to repair my leaking timing cover on my 2012 Sienna, 3.5L. She’s clean with 170k on the clock. I really like what you have going on here…thanks

[@broletsdiginasmr5366]

My V8 2003 4Runner was first time to change the timing belt since I bought it brand new. Changed the TB 3 months ago and I was surprised the TB looks like brand new, no cracks at all even you squeeze it. My Runner have low mileage though only 84,000 miles.

[@cal48koho]

I just did a full Timing belt job on a one owner 98 4 runner with the 3.4 V6 . Water pump and pulleys ok. It really only needed a belt but it was intact with just some faint cracks on the smooth surface, good for many thousand miles more. No leaks, all fully functional. Amazing quality.

[@andyamysarizonaadventures5450]

When I had a 2003 tundra with the 4.7l v8 a friend and I did the timing belt at 130,000 miles. The belt still looked brand new,lol it took us in experienced guys like 20 hours.

[@bigpardner]

Just got my 2003 LS430 back 2 days ago after timing belt replacement, The maintenance schedule recommends replacement at 90.000 miles or 72 months (6 years), but in my case the car, which I have owned since 2009, did not get this done until 110,000 miles and 20 years. Old belt looked very, very good and I have no doubt it could have lasted as long as I, or the car, lasted. Looks like previous owner took car back and forth between Connecticut and Florida, and although now is in a colder climate I usually have it garaged and have not taken it out much into the cold, icy winters. It has had an easy life.

[@craigiefconcert6493]

I’m just about to have to do this job on my newly bought 2005 sequoia. I bought this kit. So glad to see AMD uses it. I’ve been a huge fan of the Chanel for a long time. I’m thrilled I found this video. So useful. Thank you so much!!! ❤❤❤ Actually I’m going to use this video as a step by step. Update: after working on it yesterday and today I got it mostly done. Still need to install the fan, AC compressor, alternator, PS pump, radiator, fill coolant, connect lines, bleed system, new spark plugs, top up transmission fluid. Hopefully starts!

[@underdog2594]

Only in my dreams could I do this. You make it look so easy! Love the work light.... very nice.

[@donreinke5863]

It isn't that difficult.Take it from someone who has much more experience than the uploader 50 years this coming September. Just don't be dumb and take cheap shortcuts--like not replacing EVERYTHING driven by the timing belt, such as all idlers, tensioner(s) and on some engines water pump.

[@kgisabeast]

Southern cars are a trade off for sure, you don’t get any rust from southern cars but I’ve noticed the leather seems to dry out/wear much more than up north. As well as rubber pieces wearing out/cracking much more than they would in the Midwest

[@jamesnobaj758]

Thank you for this video. I really appreciate it. The time lapse in the end I know is necessary, I think it’s equally necessary for us to see the assembly part. That is where most mistakes happen coz most DIYers don’t do this everyday and I’m afraid we’ll miss a step or two. Thank you again more power to you.

[@AK-gi4wq]

I've watched and read several videos on completing the timing belt job on the UZ engines in preparation to replace mine soon. This one is by far the best, covering every detail and leaving little room for questions. My 2004 LS will be very happy to receive its new timing belt soon...

[@darrylk808]

Great vid. I have a 2001 Tundra 4.7 low miles 16yrs to 95K. My mechanic said the belt looked barely worn. I live in N. CA. I would DIY, but when there is so many bolts after I put everything back I usually have extras...🤣

[@rightlanehog3151]

I know the feeling 😁

[@bobsmith7940]

I like to use silicone grease on o-rings and wp gasket. Everything seats so much nicer. That crank sensor wire I always end up zip tying out of the way. If you don't get that harness situated the belt will cut through the wire.

[@AnkushKumar-ke2pp]

If i ever do my timing belt on my 2005 LS430 , I am driving to you sir from toronto to get it done .. big fan of yours

[@RandomGuy-qm3mg]

Great video! Impressive new shop! Hot areas belts should be changed with both miles and age considered. My 1999 Land Cruiser the belt only had 70k miles on the second belt but it was 12 years old. 23 year old original alternator, radiator, fan bearing so changed them all. 180k miles but still running great Love Toyota

[@tonymurillo8951]

I just got mine done. The last time it was done was 2013. 40k miles ago. The belt literally looked new. Next time, I'll wait a bit longer before I have it changed out.

[@Oyasumi52]

The recommended change milage on my 2005 CTD-250 2.0ltr D4D Diesel Avensis engine is listed at 60,000 which I have religious done 3 times now. Toyota gave me a little sticker to place on the plastic cover to log the miles and date of changes with a reminder of when it's next due because once the cover is on there's no way to phyically inspect the belt without removal of the cover, that's just the way it is. 😋

[@robertmcgovern8850]

My wife bought a 2004 Lexus RX330 in beautiful shape, 'only' 143,000 miles. We could find no indication in the CarFax service records the timing belt was ever replaced, and the usual sticker on the valve cover was missing ("New GATES Timing Belt installed: date/mileage"). So I was gearing up to replace the belt this Spring. Traded it in on a 2006 4Runner with 210k instead.😉 Seems like more of an awkward job than a difficult one for a decent home mechanic: lots of covers to take off, tight clearances, working from both above and below the car (a lift is handy!). Alignment marks are really obvious. Only oddball tool is an 11mm star-drive socket, to remove a stud so you can free a cover, plus a puller to remove the water pump pulley. Definitely replace the water pump and tensioner pulley while you have it all apart. Good kits containing a Gates or OEM belt, water pump, and new idler pulley run about $200; shop charges for this job seem to run about $1200-1500; so if you are confident, there are big savings in DIY. Videos like this are very helpful! The RX300 was timing belt, but non-interference engine. RX330 had a belt AND interference engine, so if your belt fails, the engine is borked. RX350 is timing chain and interference.

[@Pooby1000]

I've done a billion timing belt jobs and I've seen many cars towed in with snapped belts. The belts used on Toyota's V6 and V8 engines are super tough and last FAR longer than other belts. I have seen one of these belts break only once - it was a Land Cruiser with a 4.7. The truck was about 20 years old at the time and had 280k miles on it - it was the original belt! Fortunately for the owner no valves were damaged and all they had to pay for was a timing belt and water pump installation.

[@d-bestadvice8230]

Just did this service on on my 430 today 200,000 miles thanks so much for the video wouldn't tried it without your video just like you said. Saved$$$

[@peterkohler7259]

A member of my family has an 05 tundra - just had the original timing belt and original water pump changed at 175k a few weeks ago (summer 2022). Not sure of the condition of the belt, but it lived it’s life in Charlotte NC. Seems like the belts are well made!

[@MR2trader]

I'm changing my 05 Tundra original belt at 197K. It's cracked and dry so good to open it up and replace it.

[@ebol08]

22:00 That looks brand new!

[@AngelDiaz-fn7eb]

Knowledgeable mechanic because you make it easy and practical for me to understand.

[@craighearn747]

I have a 2009 highlander hybrid with 104,000 miles. Mine needs to be done so this info will be interesting.

[@_jurist]

Now that was a nicely done how to repair a video. Thought out, very well edited. No waste of time. Nice job

[@neilrobertson6535]

I really like the way you do your videos and how you explain the little traps for young players. Can't get over how clean your workshop is. From a retired road side breakdown mechanic in Australia.

[@petesmitt]

It's a new shop but you can tell this guy would be anal about cleanliness.

[@timothycourtney7220]

Just replaced belt on my 01 4.7 Tundra..... original belt, no cracks looked great at 106k.

[@brkbtjunkie]

I just got a 2006 LX w 238k miles and first thing I did was a baseline - water pump, pulleys, tensioners, heater Ts, valve cover gasket… and of course the timing belt. Cost a pretty penny but now I’m confident it’ll rip up the side of a mountain, which it has twice since I’ve owned it 😅 My father bought a 2004 LS new and ran it up to 280k, sold it to my aunt and it now has 400k last I heard. Nothing has ever broke on it, just stuck to regular maintenance intervals.

[@julioGonzalez-to7nm]

I wish I lived closer to this mechanic. I have an LS430 and live in Dover, NJ.

[@HAL-9000x]

How nice is the serviceability of that car, versus the transverse mounted engines today, where you can barely fit a thin wrench between the engine and subframe. Also, we hate timing belts nowadays but engines with them are super smooth and quiet.

[@GM-fh5jp]

My last Toyota timing belt had 180,000kms on it and was almost perfect when replaced. Toyota engineering is of a superior quality to almost all other brands.

[@petesmitt]

Toyota don't make their own timing belts..

[@deebee3901]

I love watching you work mate - you are more like a watch technician rather than a mechanic. Great car that is in such good condition considering its age. Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@zonie1953]

Another testament to the quality of Toyota belts and hoses . Not to mention Genuine Toyota coolant is the best there is ! Some folks say that coolant is coolant, they dont know Toyotas !

[@larrykramer6057]

I have never seen a job where so many things can go wrong if the mechanic is not some kind of car care genius. I just hope that you are there when my Sienna needs this work.

[@brianhind6149]

Great Video ! The trick about ensuring the timing belt is set to the right point on the crank, & then transferring the slack in the belt to the passengers side of the crank was really great. Always enjoy your videos.

[@Ochtane101]

Boy I wish I had you, when I tried putting a new belt, in my 2000 Chrysler Concorde LXI, 3.2. I tried doing it myself, and ruined the motor. I lined everything up, with the timing marks, but apparently they weren’t? Nice job!👍👍

[@Cmoney860]

What went wrong? How did you ruin the motor? Just curious

[@Ochtane101]

@@Cmoney860 I put a new water pump, and belt, then lined up, all the timing marks, like you should, put it back together, tried starting it, it ran rough, so I shut it down, right away. Had a professional tow it, to his shop, he did a compression test, said I bent the rods? Engine is shot now?

[@Ochtane101]

@@Cmoney860 I lined up the both cam marks, and TDC ON the crank, so I don’t understand, what went wrong?

[@ethenlei2833]

We need more shop like TCCN, my Lexus dealer just charged me for a 55k miles service again even though I told them I had it done before at another Lexus dealership and have the receipt to proof it.

[@michaeldunagan8268]

Five years ago, but my 1999 Toyota Solara V6 1MZ-FE. I asked to seller when the last time he changed the timing belt. His reply to me was this: "What's that...???" I spent the next 4 weeks grinding my teeth until I could change the timing belt and all the idler pulleys and water pump and tensioner from an Asian kit purchased from Napa. The belt I took off looked very similar to the one Car Care not showed from off the shelf.

[@devwhit]

Man I’m glad I have a Toyota product. 🙂

[@mikekmalick]

I have a 2001 Tundra with about 210,000 miles. I replaced my belt myself about 4 months ago. I also bought the Asin kit with everything and I replaced the fan pulley too. Not a hard job just have to move everything out of the way like he did. Right after I finished the job the clutch fan bearing failed and had to replace the fan. Almost everything is new now on my Tundra. Next project will be the control arm bushings. They are not bad yet but keeping my eye on them.

[@austinlochhead7527]

When disconnecting lines like trans cooler lines I put those orange ear plugs in there and it always works great

[@filonin2]

I'm doing my gf's 1998 GS400 with 198k miles on the original belt and it is MADE of cracks but it still was working.

[@michaelmichaelagnew8503]

Just did my timing belt on my Acura tl 3rd gen. after 8 years it still looked brand new. only put 60k miles on it though. I can only imagine how good Toyota's belts are compared to Honda. They have to be even better. When it comes to the Lexus LS models I'll take this generation over the current generation any day because of the V8 in it. At the moment the current model uses a V6 with turbo's. If I wanted a supra I'd get a supra. A luxury sedan should always have at least a V8.

[@user-dy4wd8yy6j]

Great experience begets great knowledge. This man is what everyone dreams their local repair mechanic was even half as competent as !

[@bikedawg]

I had my 2002 LX470 original timing belt replaced two years ago at 136,666 miles. The old belt looks brand new. I kid you not. I live in Northern California.

[@shoersa]

Great video! Timing belts can have surface cracks and they also can stretch. After doing our 94 camry V6 timing belt change I noticed more power out of the engine with the new belt. Also used the OEM kit similar to what you used for all parts for the 94 1MZ-FE engine.

[@sc3ku]

Same on my 03 4runner. Looked surpassingly good at 165k but had stretched and jumped a tooth (bought truck that hadn’t been changed). More power after replacing! Glad I did…huge ball of crystallized coolant in the water pump and internal leakage. 40k and five years later and not a single problem.

[@garyfloyd7031]

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[@upnorth1955]

My wife and I agree the music you picked is awesome! Some channels the music is so annoying! Thanks for the thoughtfulness

[@krasimirangelov9060]

That guy has a reserved spot in heaven

[@thaddeuslevy7896]

I bought 2004 Toyota Sequoia with 298,000 miles on it same timein belt,change at least veterans eat.it had crack in it but the water pump,tension were in great shape.

[@longlifeprinters9]

Yep, Toyota uses goooood material in their belts. On my 2001 4.7L Tundra, I waited until 330,000 miles to replace my 90,000 belt & it was still pretty good, It could have gone over 400,000 & I had it in Calif. & Utah. I was ok waiting because I had it over 17 years & if it failed, oh well. But, now. the belt should out last the truck. I'm at 374,000 now & the engine & trany are running good & no leaks. I just bought a newer Tundra & really like all the new features, not the gas mileage though.

[@michaelmichaelagnew8503]

I've had a timing belt snap on me. Never a good idea, you were playing with fire waiting so long. That belt breaks and your looking at thousands of dollars rebuilding that engine. That engine is also no longer made so you can't just buy a new one.

[@stumpycatvm7115]

folks brag that they may hv a chain instead of timing belt, but im sure chains stretch overtime, i think the belt concept and implementation is used over chains is there for a reason

[@jadjuk]

Great videos! love your attention to detail. I had a 1999 LS 400, a great car. I had the original timing belt replaced at 185,000 with Aisin kit. The old belt looked great, even under a magnifying glass. Very little signs of wear. It could have gone another 100,000. Toyota over engineered the belt.

[@davidmagen415]

Lust relaxed timing belt in my 2002 SC 430 w 42k on it . Belt looked brand new🏖

[@maxingham9139]

Recently did my 04 Sequoia ,I used a Gates belt . It went on tighter than this video and the bottom white crank mark lined up perfectly with the belt mark.

[@3eeee478]

Sir, you are a fantastic person and a fantastic mechanic. You're a great teacher too. I don't even have that particular car and I enjoyed the whole video. Thanks for all you do!

[@paratrooperlane7022]

I just picked up a Corolla SE White with black interior and I am extremely happy with the looks of the car. The ride is a little rough and you do hear some road noise, with that being said, it's a nice little car. I am doing a 500 mile or more break in period, during start ups I have always let my cars warm up.

[@JoshRocks712]

my family has a 2003 es300 that i drove throughout my teenage/college years. the timing belt was replaced at 95k miles and being broke and in college, i wasn’t able to replace it until 255k miles. i hate i had to defer it for so long, but the car is inching up to 300k miles and is perfect like the day my parents bought it

[@MC-pb3lu]

I recently took my LS to AMD for a check up. Great shop and great guy. I will definitely be back when it's time to do my timing belt service. The compressor bolts from underneath are enough to make me pass on doing it myself. Also just peace of mind of having an expert like AMD do it. I agree with other comments, you don't find expert shops that are trustworthy and affordable. Here definitely filling an unmet need in the market.

[@stevencole7331]

Changed out the last 2 timing belts on my 2006 kia Rio . This is a base model with role up windows 155k . The belt I pulled out the first round was gates and looked good with no cracks . The next timing belt I did I put original kia belt, tensioners and water pump with the 3 other belts . Another 60k and 8 years later Kia recommends 60 k 5 years but I went with miles over time . The belt was in good shape on the original oem belt . The other belts were cracked as with the previouse change . I did not do a water pump as at a 60k interval with changing coolant I see no reason . Now I went with bando belts this round for the 3 other belts and changed out the AC tensioner . The car is quite amazing . No leaks . Burns no oil and runs as it did when I bought it with 25k . What's interesting is I live in the high desert . Timing belt no cracks . Other belts cracked . No problem with hoses and stuff . All original . We shall see how the bando belts hold up . Now it seems strange to me that it's not recommended to change the other belts also while you are there . I bought the kit that included the other belts for the OEM kia . The gates a no on other belts . I just find that odd the kits don't include the other belts and not part of the recommendation to replace like the water pump .

[@HypocriticYT]

I had a friend that had a Passat with an interference engine. The garage supposedly did the maintenance and the timing belt. Soon after the engine blew. He returned it to the dealership and luckily they had entered the work in his book. They gave him a new engine because they never changed the belt

[@mitomr.twiceasnice4358]

Timing Belt service- I wonder if one day I will be bold enough to perform this gigantic task on my Toyota.

[@nordicpride9708]

It’s really not a big deal if you have the proper tools

[@riceburner4747]

It has to be cool seeing a celebrity working on ur car! Great video/job! I think if I live in Louisiana, I would purchase silicone spray & get under & spray all rubber parts. Nice car! 👍

[@mikehand2668]

I live I. Georgia and that’s what I do

[@longlifeprinters9]

Yeah, my new water pump in the kit was a generic pump & was missing a bolt hole. Crazy. I had no choice but to drill it out myself as I needed my Tundra up & running the next day. 40,000 miles later, all is well, no leaks.

[@mudpuddle2658]

I have a 2002 Mazda Millenia that we bought new (only 80k miles today, 2.5 6 cyl). It has the original timing belt, a non-interference engine.

[@toyotatundra0455]

I'll ship my truck to you if I could afford it. You made it look easy. I'd like too see a video on the 4.7 Tundra. When do you recommend replacing te radiator, hoses, and thermostat in the 4.7 Tundra? I really would like to do the timing belt in my Tundra, but some the KZbinrs make it way too complicated and difficult.

[@toddhildebrand6057]

My ‘06 GS just turn over 50k so I’m loving this post! Been thinking of this exact subject