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Does the 2005 Toyota Highlander utilize a timing belt or timing chain for its engine mechanism?
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The 2005 Toyota Highlander features a timing belt for the 3.3 L V6 engine and a timing chain for the 2.4 L 4-cylinder engine. In 2011, they fully transitioned to using the timing chain and have continued to do so since then. One key distinction between the two is that the timing belt requires periodic replacement, while the timing chain is designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle. The timing belt is located on the exterior of the engine and is visible, whereas the timing chain is internal and not visible. It's recommended to replace the timing belt every 100,000 miles or so, while the timing chain only needs inspection around the 150,000-mile mark. The labor cost for replacing the timing belt typically ranges from $240 to $300, excluding parts.
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Is it necessary to replace the timing belt or chain for a 2005 Highlander with a 3.3 engine?
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In 2005, the Toyota Highlander model comes with either a 2.4L inline-4 engine that features a timing chain or a 3.3L V6 engine with a timing belt.
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In the 2005 Toyota Highlander, the 2.4L engine model features a timing chain, while the 3.3L V6 option comes with a timing belt.
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