Does A Toyota Hilux Have A Timing Belt Or Chain

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The engine’s valves are able to open and close at the appropriate times throughout each cylinder’s intake and exhaust strokes thanks to the timing belt, which synchronizes the crankshaft and camshaft motion.

An interference engine also needs a timing belt to function properly. In this type of engine, the timing belt or chains are used to keep the piston from contacting the valves.

How to change timing belt on Toyota Hilux

Contrary to popular belief, replacing the timing belt on your Hilux is significantly easier. You will need the following pieces of equipment, though, before you start.

  • Timing belt for a new Toyota Hilux, provided by Milner’s
  • Spanners
  • Sockets
  • leather gloves

It’s time to repair your timing belt now that you have the aforementioned materials on hand. To change a timing belt successfully, adhere to the guidelines listed below.

*Please remember to find out how many teeth your replacement timing belt needs to have in order to fit before you purchase one for your Hilux.

  • Taking out the battery
  • Intercooler cover removal
  • Timing belt cover removal
  • Timing belt marks alignment
  • the timing belt is removed
  • replacing the timing belt

Disconnecting the Toyota Hilux Battery

  • Disconnect the battery’s earth terminal.
  • Taking off the intercooler cap on a Toyota Hilux
  • intercooler cover off. Captive bolts should be stored safely. This is how your intercooler will seem.
  • Put the intercooler cover somewhere secure.
  • If the oil cover is blocking the intercooler cover removal, remove it.
  • Reinstall the oil cover after removing the intercooler cover.
  • If it is a fan belt, remove it.

Removal of Toyota Hilux timing belt cover

  • Bolts on the timing belt cover should be removed. Put bolts in a secure location.
  • The timing belt is revealed when the timing belt cover is removed. Put the timing belt cover somewhere secure.

Aligning the Toyota Hilux timing belt marks

  • The highlighted groove will be on the upper timing wheel. Make sure this groove is pointed in the direction of the timing wheel’s alignment arrow.
  • Rotate the engine if your alignment groove doesn’t line up with your alignment arrow. You can do this by using your socket to locate the crank and turning it counterclockwise to line up the groove with the alignment arrow.
  • You might also need to line up the alignment arrow with the groove on the bottom of the timing wheels.
  • In order to release the tension from the belt and allow the tensioner to swing out of the way, locate the timing belt plunger (piston) and remove the bolts. Put the bolts somewhere secure.
  • Remove the IDLER wheel and pulley to further ease the tension.

Fitting the new Toyota Hilux timing belt

  • It’s frequently simpler to attach the replacement timing belt to the bottom wheel first and the top wheel last. Make sure your belt is secure.
  • Make sure the alignment indicators and arrows are lined up as well.
  • Make sure the timing belt teeth are in the grooves and haven’t come out by feeling underneath the bottom pulley.
  • To clean the old washer and bolt and get rid of any grit or grime, grab your new IDLER wheel. In the new IDLER wheel, screw in your bolt and washer.
  • Replace the previous IDLER wheel with the new one.
  • Install the new timing belt tensioner in the spot where the previous one was.
  • Retighten all the fasteners on the aforementioned components.
  • Once all bolts are securely fastened, you can release the timing belt plunger pin to tighten the replacement belt.
  • Aligning the marker to the arrow, turn the engine in a full circle while using the socket on the crank as before. This is done to make sure everything you did was correct and the belt didn’t fall off.
  • Securely reattach the timing belt cover.
  • Securely reattach the intercooler cover.
  • re-secure the battery.

We strongly suggest having a pro change your timing belt. But if you’re feeling up to it and you follow the instructions above, you ought to be able to change the timing belt successfully.

Please be aware. Milner Off Road is not liable for any harm you might cause to your car because this is only a guide.

Toyota Hilux timing belt replacement intervals

Almost every auto owner wonders how frequently they should change their timing belt.

As a result of advancements in both technology and automobiles, several manufacturers now advise intervals of up to 100,000 miles rather than the previous standard of 60,000.

Timing belt replacement for the Toyota Hilux is advised every 100,000 miles or every six years, whichever comes first.

However, this figure may change based on how frequently you drive your car and how much care you give it.

For that extra peace of mind, it can be worthwhile to replace the timing belt sooner if you operate your Hilux frequently and roughly.

Toyota Hilux timing belt replacement cost

Depending on whether you choose an independent mechanic or a franchise shop, the cost to replace a Toyota Hilux timing belt can range from 80 to 600 dollars.

However, if you change the timing belt yourself using our guide, you can save money because you will only need to purchase the necessary components.

What Toyota engines are equipped with timing chains?

So, that is how the timing chain and belt operate. Which one, though, does your Toyota use? Here is a quick list of the components used in the engines of various Toyota vehicles:

Sedan And Hatchback Models

  • All Avalon models from 1995 to 2004 feature timing belts. Timing chains are used in the vehicles from 2005 through 2020, including the 4-cylinder Avalon Hybrid.
  • Toyota Camry: The timing belt is used in all models from 1990 to 2001 as well as the V6 model from 2004 to 2006. The timing chain is utilized by the 20022020 4-cylinder and 20072020 V6 vehicles.
  • Toyota’s well-known Corolla compact vehicle has a timing belt from 1990 to 1997. Timing chains, however, were introduced in models starting in 1998. The Corolla Hybrid and Corolla iM/Scion iM models are included in this.
  • Cressida: The straight-six engine of the Toyota Cressida from 1990 to 1992 had timing belts.
  • This subcompact’s timing chain-powered 4-cylinder engine was sold from 2000 to 2005.
  • Timing chain for all models, 20032013, shown as a matrix.
  • Timing belt for all Paseo models from 1992 to 1997.
  • Prius: From 2001 to the most recent models, all Prius models share the same timing chain. The Prius C, Prius V, Prius Prime, and Prius Plug-in are all included in this.
  • All Tercel models produced between 1990 and 1998 had engines with timing chains.
  • Timing chains are used in all Yaris vehicles produced from 2007 through 2020, including the Scion iA and Hatchback variants.

Crossover Models

  • Toyota’s C-HR is a brand-new compact crossover with a strong emphasis on lifestyle.
  • Timing chains are used in all 4-cylinder engines in the Highlander from 2001 to 2007; timing belts are used in V6 vehicles. From 2008 through 2019, timing chains are used in all V6 vehicles. Except for the V6 hybrid, it employs timing belts from 2006 to 2010 and timing chains starting with the 2011 model year.
  • RAV4: From 1996 to 2000, all 4-cylinder models of the RAV4 used timing belts; starting in 2001, timing chains were used. Timing chains are also used in the V6 version from 2006 to 2012. Timing chains are used in the hybrid cars from 2016 to 2020.
  • Venza: The timing chain for the Venza ranges from 2009 to 2015.

Minivan Or MPV Models

  • Timing chains were employed in the engines of this storied Toyota minivan from 1991 to 1997.
  • The Sienna sports a V6 engine with timing belts and was manufactured from 1998 to 2006. The V6 vehicles from 2007 through 2020 then employ timing chains. Timing chains are used in the 4-cylinder variant from 20112012.

SUV And Trucks

  • 4Runner: Timing chains are used in the four-cylinder 199020002010 4Runner. Timing belts are used on the 19902002 vehicles for the V6 variations. Timing chains are then used for the 4Runner’s V6 engines from 2003 to 2010. If your engine is a V8 model (20032009), a timing belt is used.
  • FJ-Cruiser: This mid-size SUV with classic styling was sold from 2007 to 2014. They were all powered by V6 engines with timing chains.
  • The Land Cruiser offers a wide range of engine configurations. The gear drive system is used with the 19901992 straight-six engine (the same function, but uses a set of gears rather than belts or chains). Timing chains are used in the 19931997 straight-six engine. The V8 models from 1998 to 2007 make use of timing belts. While the V8 versions from 20082011 and from 20132020 employ timing chains.
  • 20012009 4.7L V8 Sequoia Timing belts are used in Sequoia. Timing chains are used in both the 20102012 4.6L V8 and the 20082020 5.7L V8 models.
  • Toyota T100: Timing belt for the 19931998 V6 engines and timing chains for the 19951998 4-cylinder engines
  • Toyota Tacoma: The Toyota Tacoma and the 4Runner share the same base, but the engines are different. Timing chains are used on all 4-cylinder vehicles from 1995 to 2020. Timing belts were used on V6 vehicles up until 2004, however starting with the 2005 model, they were replaced by timing belts.
  • Toyota Truck: Timing belt for 19901995 V6 engines and timing chains for 19901995 4-cylinder engines.

A 2017 Hilux has a timing belt, right?

The new GD-series turbo-diesel in the HiLux has undoubtedly improved combustion efficiency, but it also boasts a number of engineering elements designed to minimize weight, friction, and noise. From the moment of startup, the consequences of these improvements are apparent. Simply put, it’s quieter and smoother.

According to Toyota, the 2.8-liter engine has a maximum thermal efficiency of 44%, which is up to 15% greater than the outgoing engine and at the top of the market. Thermal efficiency measures how well heat energy is turned into power. Additionally, friction losses have been decreased by up to 28% to save wear and fuel usage.

By all standards, the new diesels are a significant upgrade over the previous 3.0-litre models.

With new solenoid injectors running at pressures as high as 2500 bar, the electronic direct-injection system for the GD series has been upgraded. On the old scale, that is greater than 36,000 psi. In contrast, the typical LPG cylinder has a rating of less than 500 psi.

That should give you an understanding of the extreme pressures and tight tolerances present, as well as how even a small decrease in fuel quality or cleanliness can have disastrous effects for modern common rail diesel engines. According to Toyota, the injectors deliver the same level of performance while minimizing fuel leaks and the weight of moving parts. They are also smaller and more affordable than piezo-electric equivalents.

The intake ports’ position and shape have been altered, and the airflow has been increased by up to 11% to reduce thermal losses. Swirl control valves in the intake manifold are an additional element of the 2.8-liter engine that improve combustion efficiency and lower exhaust pollutants.

Additionally, the new diesel oxidation catalyst is around 30% smaller, which lowers the need for platinum.

For more compatible and efficient combustion, a newly designed “film” on the top face of the piston minimizes heat and, consequently, the temperature differential between the top face of the piston and the gas inside the cylinder. By adopting high-strength but lighter materials, frictional losses have been reduced in reciprocating elements like pistons and connecting rods.

The newly created valve rocker system replaces the old mechanical rockers with more effective roller rockers, or, in Toyotaese, “rolling friction” as opposed to “sliding friction.” Because roller rockers primarily reduce frictional losses to provide more power, many racing teams also utilize them.

In order to accommodate additional electrical equipment, the HiLux ships with an additional fuse box.

Toyota has introduced its own variable-vane turbocharger to significantly lessen the detrimental effects of “turbo lag” on fuel efficiency and throttle response. This turbocharger is about 30% smaller than the previous model and is said to have a 50% faster response time.

By streamlining the production process to just require the machining of one forged element, the variable-vane mechanism within the housingwhich constantly optimizes exhaust gas flow into the turbine wheelhas also gained strength and dependability.

To lighten the engine, the cylinder head casting’s thickness has been reduced. With acoustic insulation covers for the head and sump and a more solid installation for the turbocharger, noise and vibration have also been greatly reduced. In order to improve the overall sound quality of the engine, the form of the new inlet ports, EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) port, and intake manifold has also been designed to minimize intake variances in each cylinder.

With new oil and vacuum pumps and a low-friction, maintenance-free timing chain replacing the old engine’s rubber belt, features to boost durability and service life are visible.

A revised radiator core with more coolant tubes, improved fin forms, a higher coolant flow rate, and a larger total heat-dissipation area further improves engine durability, especially in hot circumstances and when towing.

The turbo intercooler is more effective at lowering the inlet air temperature since it is now situated in front of the engine’s radiator rather than at the top of the engine compartment. This produces the biggest inlet charge volume for maximum power.

The engine bay’s specialized fuse box, which contains a bank of 10 fuses to enable the secure connecting of accessories to the vehicle’s power supply, is a lovely touch. This also makes sense given that Toyota is selling more than 60 locally produced accessories for the new HiLux.