Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Canada - Engine - Drive Belt Squeal/Tensioner Rattle






Bulletin
TSB2105

Issue Date
September 22, 2004

Market
Canada


Title
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT SQUEAL/ BELT TENSIONER RATTLE

Component
ENGINE MECHANICAL

Models
'01 - '04 Camry, Highlander & Solara

Some 2001 -- 2004 model year Camry, Solara & Highlander vehicles with the 2AZ--FE engine may exhibit squealing and/or rattling noises coming from the engine compartment during vehicle operation especially after a cold soak. The belt tensioner assembly has been improved to correct this condition.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
- 2001 - 2004
model year Camry, Highlander & Solara vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown below.






PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:






PARTS INFORMATION:






WARRANTY INFORMATION:






REQUIRED SSTS:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Remove the accessory drive belt per the instructions contained in ETAS applicable model year and model Repair Manual: Engine Mechanical; Drive Belt (2AZ-FE).
2. Remove and replace the Accessory Belt Tensioner per the instructions contained in ETAS, applicable model year and model Repair Manual: Engine Mechanical; Partial Engine Assembly (2AZ-FE).
3. Replace the accessory drive belt per the instructions contained in ETAS, applicable model year and model Repair Manual: Engine Mechanical; Drive Belt (2AZ-FE).

NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.