2003 LEXUS LS430 belt tensioner

INSPECTION
1.INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT (See REPLACEMENT
)
2.INSPECT ENGINE OIL (See ON
-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
3.INSPECT BATTERY (See REPLACEMENT
)
4.INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT SUB-ASSY
5.INSPECT SPARK PLUG (See REPLACEMENT
)
6.INSPECT FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT
HINT:
Use of the automatic tensioner has made tension and flexibility measurements unnecessary.
a. Check that the indicator mark on the automatic tensioner is within range A as shown in the
illustration.
b. When the mark is out of the standard range, replace the V belt with a new one.

Fig. 7: CO/HC Symptom Reference Chart
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REPLACEMENT
1.REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET NO.1
2.REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT
a. Loosen the belt tension by turning the belt tensioner counterclockwise, and remove the V belt.
HINT:
The tension pulle
y has a left-hand thread.

Fig. 8: Removing Fan And Generator V Belt
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3.INSTALL FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT
a. Set the V belt to everything except the idler pulley No. 2, as shown in the illustration.
b. Loosen the V belt by turning the belt tensioner counterclockwise.
c. Then set the V belt to the idler pulle
y.

Fig. 83: Removing Cover And Gasket
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7.REMOVE IDLER PULLEY ASSY
a. Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and idler pulley.
8.REMOVE TIMING BELT COVER SUB-ASSY NO.2
a. Remove the 2 bolts and timing belt cover.
9.REMOVE IDLER PULLEY SUB-ASSY NO.2
a. Remove the pulley bolt, cover plate and idler pulley.
10.REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSY
a. Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and belt tensioner.
11.REMOVE CRANKSHAFT DAMPER SUB-ASSY
a. Using SST, remove the damper bolt.
SST 09213-70011, 09330-00021

Fig. 88: Checking Timing Marks
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3. Using the crankshaft damper bolt, turn the crankshaft counterclockwise by approximately
50°.
c. Alternatel
y loosen the 2 bolts, and remove them, the belt tensioner and dust boot.

Fig. 91: Checking Timing Belt
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c. If there is noticeable wear or cracks on the belt face, check to see if there are nicks on the side of
the idler pulley lock and water pump.
d. If there is wear or damage on only one side of the belt, check the belt guide and the alignment of
each pulley.
e. If there is noticeable wear on the belt teeth, check the timing cover for damage, check that the
gasket has been installed correctly, and check for foreign material on the pulley teeth.
If necessary, replace the timing belt.
17.INSPECT TIMING BELT TENSIONER
a. Visually check the seal portion of the tensioner for oil leakage.
HINT:
If there is only the faint trace of oil on the push rod, the tensioner does not need to be replaced.
If leaka
ge is found, replace the tensioner.

12. Install the dust boot to the belt tensioner.
c. Install the belt tensioner.
1. Temporarily install the belt tensioner with the 2 bolts.
2. Alternately tighten the 2 bolts.
Torque: 26 N.m (265 kgf.cm, 19 ft.lbf)
3. Using pliers, remove the 1.27 mm hexagon wrench from the belt tensioner.
Fig. 173: Installing Belt Tensioner

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d. Check the valve timing.
1. Using the crankshaft damper bolt, slowly turn the crankshaft pulley 2 revolutions from TDC to
TDC.

Fig. 177: Installing Damper Bolt Using SST
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78.ADJUST VALVE CLEARANCE (See ADJUSTMENT
)
79.INSTALL V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSY
a. Install the belt tensioner with the bolt and 2 nuts.
Torque: 16 N.m (163 kgf.cm, 11 ft.lbf)
HINT:
Use a bolt that is 106 mm (4.18 in.) in length.
80.INSTALL IDLER PULLEY SUB-ASSY NO.2
a. Install the idler pulley and cover plate with the bolt.
Torque: 39 N.m (398 kgf.cm, 29 ft.lbf)
81.INSTALL TIMING BELT COVER SUB-ASSY NO.2
a. Fit the timing belt cover, matching the claws and pin with each part.
b. Install the timing belt cover with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 16 N.m (163 kgf.cm, 12 ft.lbf)