113100E040 Toyota CASE ASSY, TIMING CH, Price: 445.94$, Weight: 7.723kg

Engine Timing Chain Cover for Toyota Vehicles ⚙️

This front cover seals the timing drive at the nose of the engine. It keeps the chain or gears bathed in oil, shields them from dust and road splash, and holds the front crankshaft seal. Built from precision-cast aluminum, it keeps correct alignment between crank and cam drives for smooth, quiet running.

Why you need it ️

A tight cover prevents oil leaks, controls noise, and ensures the timing system runs in a clean, stable environment. It also forms part of the engine’s oil galleries and supports sensors or guides on many Toyota engines.

How it works

Bolted to the block, the cover closes the timing chamber. Internal channels return oil, while machined faces locate the water pump or tensioner (model dependent). The integrated front seal hugs the crank pulley to keep oil in and dirt out.

If the cover is damaged or warped ❗

Expect oil drips near the crank pulley, burning-oil smell, chain rattle from poor lubrication, and possible mis-timing if guides lose support. Long term, chain wear increases, emissions rise, and the engine may trigger a check light.

Tech tips

Clean mating surfaces, use fresh gasket and RTV at joint corners, replace the crank seal, and torque bolts in sequence. Set engine at TDC, inspect chain, guides, and tensioner while open. Ideal as a high-quality replacement for many Toyota petrol and diesel applications.