Lexus RX300 Timing Belt Or Chain? (1999 - 2003)

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All Lexus RX300 engines have a timing belt and are non-interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Lexus RX300.

Lexus RX300 Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
1999 to 2003Alltiming beltnon-interference
Lexus RX300
Lexus RX300

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

Lexus RX300 Belt Or Chain: Jump To Model Year

1990's

2003 Lexus RX300 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2003 Lexus RX300 engines have a timing belt and are non-interference.

2003 Lexus RX300 Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.0L V6timing beltnon-interference60k
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2002 Lexus RX300 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2002 Lexus RX300 engines have a timing belt and are non-interference.

2002 Lexus RX300 Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.0L V6timing beltnon-interference60k

2001 Lexus RX300 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2001 Lexus RX300 engines have a timing belt and are non-interference.

2001 Lexus RX300 Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.0L V6timing beltnon-interference60k

1999 Lexus RX300 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1999 Lexus RX300 engines have a timing belt and are non-interference.

1999 Lexus RX300 Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.0L V6timing beltnon-interference60k

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