xshurikx

I have a 93 Sc300 and i need to replace the drive/serpentine/accessory belt tensioner.

does anyone have a step by step of how i can do this in a minimaly invasive way. since it is a 300 the bolts for the entire tensioner are inside the timing cover.

I am getting some clicking noises from the engine and the mechanic said it was the tensioner, got a new one from lexus so i need to put it on.

HiPSI

iTrader: (2)

It's fairly simple however the timing cover is in the way of the bolts to get to it. Follow the steps to remove the timing belt cover top covers and it's right there.

xshurikx

thats the thing I think i know how but i want to be sure i dont need to remove everything plus i am not sure where all the timing cover bolts are thats why i asked for directions.

JesLet

iTrader: (19)

-Remove serpetine belt by turning the bolt of the serpentine pulley.

-Take off camshaft cover ( the one with the oil cap )

-Take off upper timing cover

- Now you have access to the tensioner pulley assembly and it is held by 3 bolts