The 3.4 L V6 has a timing belt. Replace it every 90,000 miles. The water pump is also driven by the timing belt so replace it at the same time to save labor costs later on. Warning: If the timing belt breaks, serious engine damage can occur.
It has a timing chain. No scheduled maintenance is required.
4 cylinder Toyota Tacoma's have a timing chain. The V6 has a belt.
Timing Chain......
timing BELT
It has a timing belt.
It appears that the 1996 Toyota Tacoma has a timing belt.
Chain
Timing chain.
Timing chains are in 1995-present 4 cylinder models.
Timing CHAIN (s)
Tacoma 1995-2008 4 Cylinder Chain 1995-2004 V6 Belt 2005-2008 V6 Chain
It has a timing chain.