This is one job that requires skill and the proper tools. Serious damage can be done to the engine if done incorrectly. Leave this to an expert. If you have lots of time, a service manual and a comfortable place to work you can do it. But to change on on a working vehicle it will take you all day, and you want to MAK SURE you do it right or you'll ruin the valvetrain and likely have to trash the car. What model year maxima do you have? 1995 to present model years all have Timing Chains (not belts!). These chains are designed to last the life of the car. Over the years, this chain may stretch slightly, in which case you can have it tightened. It should cost very little to have your local mechanic adjust the tension on your timing belt.
No, changing the timing belt on a Toyota Highlander 4 cylinder is not difficult. You will need to remove the skid plate from under the vehicle to access the belt more easily.
Changing a timing belt is very complex with hundreds of details. Directions for changing the timing belt can be obtained when you purchase the timing belt.
It does not have a timing belt it has a chain
yesyes
there is a timing chain on the car no belt.
not for changing the belt. however you will need it for the ignition timing once you have replaced the timing belt
No it is not. Just takes time. No gaskets required. I bought an OEM belt but aftermarket belts cost less.
You do not have to, but if the water pump is timing belt driven it is highly recommended.
The timing belt should be changed every 90,000 miles.
Not usually
NO.
No belt it is a chain - no changing needed