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2006 GS 300 - Belt or Chain

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Old 07-19-14, 07:44 AM
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Default 2006 GS 300 - Belt or Chain

Wow, its been along time since I have posted here

I have a '06 GS 300 that I have owned since new with 95K miles. I just had it serviced at the dealer for an oil change and they did not mention the timing belt.

I have researched "googled" this question and strangely enough there are 2 answers to whether or not it has a belt or chain.

What is it? Does it have have a belt or chain?

I even looked on Sewell parts and didn't see the belt for sale on there.

Your advise is appreciated.
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From my research the 06 gs300 have timing Chains
Old 07-19-14, 07:09 PM
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Timing chain. No research necessary. Just open your hood and pop off the engine cover. You'll see the chain on the left side of the engine.
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GS300 timing chain… the GS430 is the only one with the timing belt…
can't tell you why though...
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Originally Posted by warandcar
GS300 timing chain… the GS430 is the only one with the timing belt…
can't tell you why though...
The GS 300 3rd gen is a chain. The GS 430 3rd gen is a belt because it was a a carry over engine from the previous generation
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Old 07-24-14, 01:38 PM
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so are the 350 chain or belt? google doesnt say
Old 07-24-14, 01:46 PM
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GS350 is Chain
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