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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLEXUS2009ES 350 V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCETIMING COMPONENT ALIGNMENT MARKSLOCATIONS
2009 Lexus ES 350 V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)
Timing Component Alignment Marks: Locations
2009 Lexus ES 350 V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)SECTION Locations
The manufacturer does not provide an on-vehicle service procedure for this component. Please refer to the Engine Overhaul procedure for service information relating to this component. [1][2][3]Engine
INSTALL CHAIN SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Align the mark plates with the timing marks as shown in the illustration and install the chain.
HINT: The color of the camshaft mark plates is orange.
(b) Do not pass the chain over the crankshaft, just temporarily place it on the crankshaft.
(c) Turn the camshaft timing gear assembly on the RH bank counterclockwise to tighten the chain between the banks.
NOTE: When the idle sprocket is reused, align the chain plate with the mark where the plate had been in order to tighten the chain between the banks.
(d) Align the mark plate and timing marks as shown in the illustration and install the chain onto the crankshaft timing sprocket.
HINT: The color of the crankshaft mark plate is yellow.
(e) Temporarily tighten the pulley set bolt.
(f) Turn the crankshaft clockwise to set it to the RH block bore center line (TDC / compression).
INSTALL CHAIN SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Align the mark plates with the timing marks as shown in the illustration and install the chain.
HINT: The color of the camshaft mark plates is orange.
(b) Do not pass the chain over the crankshaft, just temporarily place it on the crankshaft.
(c) Turn the camshaft timing gear assembly on the RH bank counterclockwise to tighten the chain between the banks.
NOTE: When the idle sprocket is reused, align the chain plate with the mark where the plate had been in order to tighten the chain between the banks.
(d) Align the mark plate and timing marks as shown in the illustration and install the chain onto the crankshaft timing sprocket.
HINT: The color of the crankshaft mark plate is yellow.
(e) Temporarily tighten the pulley set bolt.
(f) Turn the crankshaft clockwise to set it to the RH block bore center line (TDC / compression).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.