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2000 2.7L - Camshaft alignment

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by shadetreemech, Aug 10, 2015.

  1. Aug 10, 2015 at 11:04 AM
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    shadetreemech

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    Taking apart engine due to blown head gasket. Prior to removing the cam shafts I aligned crankshaft to TDC; timing chain mark was vertical, and the "dots" on the Intake and Exhaust camshafts were aligned except they were 1 tooth off.... 2 questions:

    1) When reinstalling should the alignment marks be set correctly or left one off as found? Will one tooth off make a difference in engine operation?
    4Runner 2.7L (Cam align marks).jpg

    2) The backlash gear on the Exh. cam is offset so a service bolt can't be installed to keep the load pressure on the spring... is this a big issue?

    4Runner 2.7L (Exh. cam service bolt).jpg

    Thanks for any insight in this regard...
     
  2. Aug 10, 2015 at 12:58 PM
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  3. Aug 10, 2015 at 1:00 PM
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