Drive Belt: Service and Repair

2007 Toyota Highlander 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Service and Repair
DRIVE BELT

COMPONENTS (Part 1):




COMPONENTS (Part 1):





REMOVAL
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH
2. REMOVE FRONT FENDER SPLASH SHIELD FRONT RH
3. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH
4. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING STAY NO.2 RH
5. REMOVE ENGINE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY NO.1
6. REMOVE ENGINE MOVING CONTROL ROD W/BRACKET
7. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET NO.2 RH





8. REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT
(a) Slowly turn the belt tensioner clockwise for more than 3 seconds, and remove the drive belt by using SST.
SST 09843-18030

INSTALLATION





1. INSTALL FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT
(a) Slowly turn the belt tensioner clockwise for more than 3 seconds, and install the drive belt by using SST.
SST 09249-63010

2. INSTALL ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET NO.2 RH
3. INSTALL ENGINE MOVING CONTROL ROD W/BRACKET
4. INSTALL ENGINE MOUNTING STAY NO.2 RH
5. INSTALL FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH
6. INSTALL FRONT FENDER SPLASH SHIELD FRONT RH
7. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL RH
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.