Do Toyota 4Runners have a timing belt or chain?
Most 4runner engines are either equipped with timing chains or a timing belts. Timing chains are more durable, and they are usually not replaced throughout the engine lifetime. The timing belts wear out with time and need replacement.
Does a 2003 Toyota 4Runner V6 have a timing belt?
The v6 has used a chain since 2003 when the v6 4.0 came out, replacing the old 3.4 v6 which did use a timing belt. Now the 4.7 V8 in the 4runners uses a timing BELT since 2003 when a v8 was an option in a 4runner. Now the timing belt do have to be replaced as maintenance.
Does a 2003 Toyota 4Runner have a timing belt or chain?
Does my vehicle have a timing belt or timing chain?
| Model | Year | Belt / Chain / Gear |
|---|---|---|
| 4Runner | 1990-2000, 2010 | Chain |
| 1990-2002 | Belt | |
| 2003-2020 | Chain | |
| 2003-2009 | Belt |
What kind of timing chain does a 4Runner have?
From 2003 to 2009 the 4.0L 4Runner models have timing chains and interference engines while the 4.7L has a timing belt and interference engine. From 1984 to 2002 all 4 cylinder 4Runners have timing chains and interference engines while the V6 models have timing belts and non-interference engines.
What kind of engine does a Toyota 4Runner have?
The 4 cylinder 1989 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine. The 1988 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine. 2.4L 4 Cyl.
What’s the difference between a 1996 Toyota 4Runner and a V6?
The 4 cylinder 1996 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine. The 4 cylinder 1995 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
What are the timing chains on a Toyota 1GR-FE?
There are three timing chains on these 1GR-FE engines. The first two are for the exhaust/intake camshaft timing. The last chain is the main cam/crank timing chain and is set up much like a timing belt. Lets look at bank 1 Cam to Cam chain and look at the marks. This view would be from the back side of the gears.