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
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.
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.
@@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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
@@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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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 😉
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.
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’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 UA-cam videos will cover most of the key points.
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.
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
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
@@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
@@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.
@@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.
Great video, AMD. Very comprehensive, easy to follow along (not that I’m inclined to do this myself 😂) and valuable tips offered for those who might be inclined to try. Kudos! Your repair videos have come a long way - of course facilitated by having your new shop. Well presented and produced. Are you doing your own editing?
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
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
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
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.
How well are they made? My 2010 Sienna had its belts changed every 200K, the motor was had cleaned every 50K, shampooed the interior every 50k,(used it in an Airport Shuttle Business .I sold it for 8K at 800k with a mint interior. I only buy TOYOTA!
Great video. I always make sure my drive and timing belts are the Toyota or Mitsuboshi (not Mitsubishi) branded belts.Just one small thing...the Japanese pronounce Aisin as "Eye-Shin". Keep up the great work!
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.
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.
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.
AMD, this is so off topic, but I just asked my local Toyota dealership for a quote on transmission fluid change for my 2016 RAV4 with 60k miles and the service rep insisted that I’d be better off doing a full fluid replacement where they hook up the trans to a machine and suck all the fluid out. I told him I’m concerned about removing clutch material and he kept insisting that because I only have 60k, it was better to do a full replacement in the long run. Please help, my main concern is longevity and smooth shifting.
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.
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.
How much money do you save using the AISIN kit vs OEM parts? If I recall correctly, AISIN is the OE manufacturer for Honda water pumps. Who would you recommend to buy this kit from? As always, it is awesome to see your great work ethic!
Hi AMD. Recently I been doing a lot of claims for Coolant Bypass valve on the dynamic force engines 2.0 and 2.5. Maybe you should make a video on it as those are super common failures now.
Congrats on the new shop! I wish you nothing but the greatest success in your future! Very good video production, keep up the good work. From a neighbor up here in NE Wisco!
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 !
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.
@@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.
@@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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 UA-camrs make it way too complicated and difficult.
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!
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.
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! 👍
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...🤣
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...
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!
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 UA-cam 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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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
I was surprised when I pulled the water pump yesterday - its like I had killed a vampire or something. Would be nice if the kit came with the Accessory belt too - Aisan a Toyota OEM so hard to go wrong there. I was please to see that the belt still looked new with no fraying or cracking after 12 years. A little detail that would be helpful in this video is the details around the FIPG for the thermostat housing - I would prefer a real gasket there and I'm not 100% confident its not going to leak.. will find out in a couple days lol.
Excellent video. I am having my 2001 LS 430 belt and water pump replaced today, that's why I am seeing what it takes. BTW my milage is 267,000. So, I guess I have been lucky. I am anxious to see what shape the belt is in.
Am considering going for either 2003 es300 or 2010 camry but am really thinking about the timing belt of the es300 don't know if it will be a better buy to the 2010 camry because of the belt
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.
Hello could you say what the cost would be to do a timing belt just like you did here in a Lexus LS 430. I live in this area and would like to bring my LS to your shop to get this work done, thank you.
@CCN, thank you so much for posting this video and showing us that with a little time effort and patience, we can get it done. I have a personal request. Can you do a video on the common problems of Toyota’s 3UR-FE? My heat exchange plate is leaking and would like to see how this is done in your opinion.
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.
Just bought a 1996 LS400, 55k miles. Shipping from Alaska to Seattle on the 17th. Timing belt getting changed before shipping. Where in the Midwest are you?
You have a great channel. I have a 2000 ls platinum with 120000 miles and I’m getting ready to do the original belt. I have already purchased all the original parts. I want to know if anyone knows of a uz belt failure. Not from a failure of a pulley or water pump which I understand is the common cause of failure. I’ve heard of 330000 miles.
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.
As a double check ( for us diyers) would it help to rotate the engine away from the "T" mark back to the TDC markings on both cams and check the crank alignment mark as well?
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.
I find your videos very helpful, I have a question on changing a timing belt on a SC430, I purchased the ASIN kit you recommended, the only way I can get the belt on it to remove the Idler pully "G" move the belt into position then move the Idler back into position and tighten the retainer. Have you experienced this before? Thanks Ian
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.
Doing the same thing tomorrow on my 1999 GS400. I've seen this job done on other 1UZ motors and after the timing belt was installed and the tensioner release I noticed the mechanic then turn the motor 2 cycles at the cam pully. Would that only be for the the older 1UZ motors?
Just watched the video and enjoy watching all of them . Your thorough, great at explaining things I just wish I could find a honest mechanic like yourself. May the lord bless you as he has. I have a Toyota and you have helped me in some of my jobs so thanks again. Aussie chris 🇦🇺
Lexus 4.0L V-8 through 1997 - non interference. 4.3L V-8 1998 and later- interference. Per Gates timing belt replacement guide. If you need to ask, you can't afford it.
This is the kind of mechanic I want working on my car, so much passion for the craft and pride in his work.
...and they are becoming very very hard to find.
But by installing the old serpentine belt now he’s going to charge labor on what was already to be done
@@danielharo1412 So what! Skilled craftsman deserve a bonus!
@@gary8653 it’s not the best way to take good care of your customer. A bit sneaky even
Sadly they arevunicorns now , even main dealer techs ain’t what they used to be
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
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.
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.
AMD, The video is so well-lit and crystal clear. The only thing missing is a live studio audience. 🤩
Please contact a TV production company about doing just that. The show would be successful.
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.
Facts
shop is booked months in advance fyi
@@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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
@@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.
Your passion for what you do and explaining everything is top notch! Well done and wishing you all the success!
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!
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.
More like 18 years
@@johnaclark1 hmm yeah, my math was dumb yesterday
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.
Every time I think about getting a new car I come these 430 videos and instantly change my mind again
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!
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 😉
@FINDFIXRESTORE - well done!
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.
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
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
@@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 UA-cam videos will cover most of the key points.
Thank you@@oomfh
@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?
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.
Why would you touch it if it was done 85-100k miles ago. ?
@@anthonymarinelli9224 it’s due to be changed every 90k miles so I’m due in about 10k miles at 180k miles
@@stephendibari5010 they can go more than that I would do it every 125-150
@@anthonymarinelli9224 I hear you. Of course Lexus /Toyota recommends 90k to cover their asses.
@@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
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
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
It's not just the passion it is his integrity that impressed me the most ...am a retired dealer tech ith 40 yrs
Wow, that's a very difficult job. Thanks for letting us see what's involved with a timing belt and water pump replacement.
Its.....not....difficult.
@@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
@@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.
@@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.
M i dumb or no one on youtube explains the timing mark on you tube so a dummy can understand
where did you order the aisin timing belt kit?
Great video, AMD. Very comprehensive, easy to follow along (not that I’m inclined to do this myself 😂) and valuable tips offered for those who might be inclined to try.
Kudos! Your repair videos have come a long way - of course facilitated by having your new shop. Well presented and produced. Are you doing your own editing?
Thank you! Yes I do my own editing. I really enjoy editing and learning how to do it
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@@TheCarCareNutDo you use AISIN timing belt kits on these V8’s?
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
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
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!
I enjoy his videos so much but they always make me wonder if the mechanics at my dealership are this knowable and thorough.
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.
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
Only in my dreams could I do this. You make it look so easy! Love the work light.... very nice.
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.
How well are they made? My 2010 Sienna had its belts changed every 200K, the motor was had cleaned every 50K, shampooed the interior every 50k,(used it in an Airport Shuttle Business .I sold it for 8K at 800k with a mint interior. I only buy TOYOTA!
Great video. I always make sure my drive and timing belts are the Toyota or Mitsuboshi (not Mitsubishi) branded belts.Just one small thing...the Japanese pronounce Aisin as "Eye-Shin". Keep up the great work!
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.
Man I’m glad I have a Toyota product. 🙂
Now that was a nicely done how to repair a video. Thought out, very well edited. No waste of time. Nice job
Thanks for a good video AMD. After viewing I am confident I could do this as well, just like I did my 06 Sienna ( even replaced the cam seals )
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.
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.
AMD, this is so off topic, but I just asked my local Toyota dealership for a quote on transmission fluid change for my 2016 RAV4 with 60k miles and the service rep insisted that I’d be better off doing a full fluid replacement where they hook up the trans to a machine and suck all the fluid out. I told him I’m concerned about removing clutch material and he kept insisting that because I only have 60k, it was better to do a full replacement in the long run. Please help, my main concern is longevity and smooth shifting.
There is nothing wrong as long as the job is done properly
Can you give the part number and where you got the kit
AMD you are making Art of your job. Excellent video. Thank you.
I have a 2009 highlander hybrid with 104,000 miles. Mine needs to be done so this info will be interesting.
My Lexus is a 2002 GS 430 Kit number and where you got it thanks
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.
Just replaced belt on my 01 4.7 Tundra..... original belt, no cracks looked great at 106k.
You're simply such an amazing instructor. Love your works and diligence. 💕👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽Thank you.
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.
How much money do you save using the AISIN kit vs OEM parts? If I recall correctly, AISIN is the OE manufacturer for Honda water pumps. Who would you recommend to buy this kit from?
As always, it is awesome to see your great work ethic!
Not Ebay nor Amazon, Maybe RockAuto
The aisin kit contains the parts from the oem manufacturer. All the parts are oem minus toyota being written on them.
Hello;
Good video! My question is when you rotate the crank to tighten the slack, doesn't that throw off the cam to crank timing???
Martin
Hi AMD. Recently I been doing a lot of claims for Coolant Bypass valve on the dynamic force engines 2.0 and 2.5. Maybe you should make a video on it as those are super common failures now.
Congrats on the new shop! I wish you nothing but the greatest success in your future! Very good video production, keep up the good work. From a neighbor up here in NE Wisco!
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 !
But there r people who religious for doing absolute maintenance in recommended intervals
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.
@@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.
@@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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
I can’t understand why they can’t just stick with a chain…
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.
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.
The best mechanic on UA-cam. You made it look very easy. Very good instructor.
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 UA-camrs make it way too complicated and difficult.
are all the covers necessary or are they just for looks? can the cooling efficiency affected if the covers are not replaced?
I want to take my ls430 to you where are you located?
Go to his website and make a booking.
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!
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.
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! 👍
I live I. Georgia and that’s what I do
I replaced mine at 150,000 and was still okay
Thoughts on the LS500 vs LS460L? What would be your “must look for” if purchasing a 2017 LS460L or a 2020 LS500?
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...🤣
I know the feeling 😁
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...
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!
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 UA-cam 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.
@pdubsyyyygates is chineze....
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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!
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.
Timing Belt service- I wonder if one day I will be bold enough to perform this gigantic task on my Toyota.
It’s really not a big deal if you have the proper tools
Lust relaxed timing belt in my 2002 SC 430 w 42k on it . Belt looked brand new🏖
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.
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.
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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
Knowledgeable mechanic because you make it easy and practical for me to understand.
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Quick question, anyone know if the 2022 Tacoma V6 engine is the same as the 2021 or were there some improvements.
Doesn’t a small amount of coolant evaporate over time? Does Toyota have block plugs to drain coolant?
Most all toyota engines have brass coolant drains in the block.
And yes, coolant has water in it so evaporation does happen.
I was surprised when I pulled the water pump yesterday - its like I had killed a vampire or something. Would be nice if the kit came with the Accessory belt too - Aisan a Toyota OEM so hard to go wrong there. I was please to see that the belt still looked new with no fraying or cracking after 12 years. A little detail that would be helpful in this video is the details around the FIPG for the thermostat housing - I would prefer a real gasket there and I'm not 100% confident its not going to leak.. will find out in a couple days lol.
Excellent video. I am having my 2001 LS 430 belt and water pump replaced today, that's why I am seeing what it takes. BTW my milage is 267,000. So, I guess I have been lucky. I am anxious to see what shape the belt is in.
Am considering going for either 2003 es300 or 2010 camry but am really thinking about the timing belt of the es300 don't know if it will be a better buy to the 2010 camry because of the belt
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.
Does anyone have the Lexus part number for those 5 water pump bolts? If there's one thing Toyota is absolutely horrible about it's their part diagrams
Hello could you say what the cost would be to do a timing belt just like you did here in a Lexus LS 430. I live in this area and would like to bring my LS to your shop to get this work done, thank you.
@CCN, thank you so much for posting this video and showing us that with a little time effort and patience, we can get it done. I have a personal request. Can you do a video on the common problems of Toyota’s 3UR-FE? My heat exchange plate is leaking and would like to see how this is done in your opinion.
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.
Just bought a 1996 LS400, 55k miles. Shipping from Alaska to Seattle on the 17th. Timing belt getting changed before shipping. Where in the Midwest are you?
AMD what are your thoughts on the new 2023 Toyota crown. Especially the front , looks a bit ugly. 😆
You have a great channel. I have a 2000 ls platinum with 120000 miles and I’m getting ready to do the original belt. I have already purchased all the original parts. I want to know if anyone knows of a uz belt failure. Not from a failure of a pulley or water pump which I understand is the common cause of failure. I’ve heard of 330000 miles.
I was looking at a 2005 GX470... 164k miles, timing belt never changed. Dealership didn't seem concerned.
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.
As a double check ( for us diyers) would it help to rotate the engine away from the "T" mark back to the TDC markings on both cams and check the crank alignment mark as well?
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.
I find your videos very helpful, I have a question on changing a timing belt on a SC430, I purchased the ASIN kit you recommended, the only way I can get the belt on it to remove the Idler pully "G" move the belt into position then move the Idler back into position and tighten the retainer. Have you experienced this before? Thanks Ian
What’s your business name? I have a 2005 Lexus LS 430 and need a timing belt replacement. What do you charge for this?
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.
Doing the same thing tomorrow on my 1999 GS400. I've seen this job done on other 1UZ motors and after the timing belt was installed and the tensioner release I noticed the mechanic then turn the motor 2 cycles at the cam pully. Would that only be for the the older 1UZ motors?
Just watched the video and enjoy watching all of them . Your thorough, great at explaining things I just wish I could find a honest mechanic like yourself. May the lord bless you as he has.
I have a Toyota and you have helped me in some of my jobs so thanks again.
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Lexus 4.0L V-8 through 1997 - non interference. 4.3L V-8 1998 and later- interference. Per Gates timing belt replacement guide.
If you need to ask, you can't afford it.