1997 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt

1997 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
247,562 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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LUISRF
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Does this vehicle have a timing belt or a chain? The toyota dealer always said it had a chain, but my current mechanic tells me it is a belt that i should change.
Jun 8, 2010 at 8:43 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi luisrf,

It depends on which engine you have in your vehicle.

2.4 and 2.7 L uses timing chain.
3.4 L uses timing belt.
Jun 8, 2010 at 10:00 AM