Removal [12/2023 - ]: Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Lexus TX 550h+. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- REMOVE OIL PAN SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [12/2023 - ]
- REMOVE TIMING CHAIN CASE OIL SEAL
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4 - REMOVE TIMING CHAIN COVER ASSEMBLY
- Remove the timing chain cover assembly by prying between the timing chain cover assembly cylinder head LH and cylinder head sub-assembly or cylinder block sub-assembly with a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape.NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the contact surfaces of the cylinder head LH, cylinder head sub-assembly, cylinder block sub-assembly and timing chain cover assembly.
- Remove the timing chain cover assembly by prying between the timing chain cover assembly cylinder head LH and cylinder head sub-assembly or cylinder block sub-assembly with a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape.