How Loose Should a timing chain be?

1/2 inch total deflection is the standard max.

Is the Toyota 22RE an interference engine?

Interference engines are 4-stroke internal combustion engines. Toyota 20R, 22R, 22RE, 22RET, 2RZ-RE, 3RZ-FE engines are all chain driven interference engines. The 5VZ-FE and the 3VZE is a belt driven non-interference engine. Therefore the valves can not come in contact with the pistons if the timing is not correct.

How do I get more power out of my 22re?

Top 6 22R/RE Proven Performance Upgrades

Header. A header (exhaust manifold) is one of the best “bang for your buck” bolt-on performance upgrades for your 22R series engine.
Cold Air Intake. A great compliment to a header upgrade is a cold air intake kit.
Electric Fan Kit.
Cylinder Head.
Big Bore Throttle Body.
Flywheel.

How do I know if my timing chain is loose?

When you hear a rattle or unusual sound, it means that there is a problem with the engine. When the timing chain is loose, it can cause a vibration in the motor resulting in a rattling noise as the engine idles or when starting. If you hear a rattle, it means something is loose and needs to be fixed before it breaks.

How do I know if my timing chain is playing?

To accurately identify the amount of wear in a timing chain, begin by removing all of the spark plugs and the distributor cap. With a wrench on the harmonic balancer bolt, turn the crankshaft at least two complete revolutions backward of rotation to remove any slack from the timing chain.

When to replace the timing chain on your vehicle?

Improvement in horsepower – Replacing the timing chain will help improve the car’s horsepower.

Improved fuel economy – Changing the timing chain is also going to improve the gas mileage in your car.

Reduce car repair costs – Timing chain replacement will also lead to lower repair costs for your car.

How do I replace the timing chain?

Drive out the crankshaft seal with a hammer and punch. This is the rubber seal around the crankshaft and the timing cover.

Tap the new crankshaft seal into the timing cover. The seal should be seated into the correct place on the timing cover.

Coat the seal with oil.

Reinstall the timing chain cover.

How to adjust the idle an a 22RE?

Adjust the dash pot by setting the plunger so that it first makes contact with the throttle linkage about halfway back from wide open throttle. If set too deep you will have more spring force to overcome and that can cause the throttle to not fully close.

How to check ignition timing 22RE?

Check for power on B+ in the check connector when ignition is on. That verifies EFI fuse, IG2 on ignition switch, ignition fuse and EFI relay. Check that the check engine light illuminates when ignition is on. That verifies that the ecu is receiving power, and is functioning at least enough to ground the CEL.