If you're doing a Timing belt job on a 3rd gen Toyota 4runner and wondering how you should go about loosening and tightening the crankshaft pulley bolt then this video is for you. If your 4runner has a manual transmission, you should be able to put it in 5th gear to keep the crank from spinning but automatics will just spin the torque converter. I show How I loosened the bolt with an impact and used a cheap special tool with a big 1/2in torque wrench to tighten the Crank bolt to Toyota's torque specification. It's important that the bolt is tightened to the proper spec or you risk having it loosen up while driving. hope you found this useful. thanks for watching.
Disclaimer: work on and modify your vehicle at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your actions. Always use proper safety equipment for the job.
3rd gen Toyota 4runner 3.4L v6 5VZ-FE Crankshaft pulley bolt Torque spec: 300 nm (217 ftlb)
Find the tools here:
3rd gen 4runner crankshaft Pully holder tool: amzn.to/3C4gI86 (paid link)
TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive Click Torque Wrench (25-250 ft.-lb.): amzn.to/3jmcdPf (paid link)
1/2" drive Extendable Ratchet: amzn.to/3lZMRbu (paid link)
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