Timing

1997 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
190,000 MILES • 3.4L • 6 CYL
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ADAMNFLORES72
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First time replacing water pump and timing. If i get the timing off do i need to take the belt off again to set timing?
Dec 18, 2018 at 7:56 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Yes, if the belt is not installed correctly, it will have to be removed to reset.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-timing-belt-works

Roy

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Dec 18, 2018 at 8:05 PM
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ADAMNFLORES72
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Thanks for answering my question.
Dec 18, 2018 at 8:11 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

We are always glad to help.

Roy
Dec 18, 2018 at 8:39 PM
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