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This engine (3.0L) is an interference engine so yes, the engine could lock up if the timing belt jumped.
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How do you tighten the serpentine belt on your 1992 Lexus ES300?
Loosen the bolt right below the tensioner screw and then tighten. Once it is tight enough, tighten the bolt back down and your done. Hello' Unless you are talking about the timing belt, there is not serpentine belt on a Lexus ES300. The timing belts is the one that runs thru the two camshaft, the water pump and the crankshaft. This belt can easily be tighten just like the above user say, however, be very carefull with the tensionomer, cause it has a pressed shaft on it that coul be dangerous.
Why is the check light on in 1996 Lexus es300?
There are pages and pages of things that can cause a check engine light. You need to have it checked with a scantool. Then the code can be diagnosed and repaired.
What would cause a camshaft sensor problem on a 2001 Jetta?
the timing belt may have jumped a sprocket check all the timing belt marks to assure proper tinning.
How do you know if your 92 Honda Accord has jumped timing?
Can your pully holding alternater belt and ect. coming loose and belts coming off cause my Honda to jump timing ?
Can 20 inch rims fit on a 1994 Lexus es300?
yes it can fit on there cause i got a es300 hundred and 20s fit on there Yes they definitely do fit and without rub too. Try getting 20' rims that will allow you to put 225/35/20's on it, otherwise you will scrape/rub and cause alot of damage to the car..
Would the timing chain cause the vehicle not to start?
Yes, a broken chain or chain that is worn so bad it has jumped a tooth or 2 can cause the vehicle not to start.
What would cause a 1957 Chevy to backfire and not stay running?
Incorrect timing, spark plug wires not installed correctly, timing chain worn out and has jumped a tooth, or distributor worn out.
If the Timing belt jumped off what could happen to motor on 1998 Chevy tracker?
could cause internal damage to valves and or pistons !
Can a camshaft sensor and a crankshaft sensor for a 2002 Dodge Intrepid 3.5 not be insynce?
if your timing belt jumped one tooth or timing belt was installed incorrectly you will be out of sync also a defective timing belt tensioner will cause sync problems
What would cause popping to come from the carburetor?
timimg is off either your timing chain jumped or your ecm located on the side of distributor is gong bad
How do you reset jumped timing on 99 ford contour 2.0?
The only reason the timing would have jumped is if the belt has lost some teeth which it will do right before it breaks. The timing belt should be replaced before the car is driven or the motor started again. If the belt breaks while the engine is running, it can cause major damage to the head and possibly the block.
What would cause heavy clunking sounds from under rear of car when moving?
Just had that problem on the rear of a Lexus ES300 and it turned out that both rear sway bar frame bushings were worn out. After replacement the car sounds quiet.
