Parts for your 2005 Toyota Caldina-Drive belt

2005 Toyota Caldina drive-belt — what it does and when to replace it

Yes, the 2005 Toyota Caldina uses a drive-belt (auxiliary/serpentine belt). Toyota’s service literature for the Caldina range and the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue list a V‑ribbed accessory belt for the 1ZZ‑FE 1.8, 1AZ‑FSE 2.0 D‑4 and the ST246 3S‑GTE GT‑Four models. Aftermarket catalogues for AU/NZ (Gates and Dayco) also specify multi‑rib belts and tensioners for these engines. That confirms a drive‑belt is fitted on all 2005 Caldina variants.

This belt spins the alternator, air‑con compressor and (on most trims) the power steering pump. Without it, the battery won’t charge, the cabin won’t get cold, and steering can get heavy. It’s a simple bit of kit that does a lot of work every time the engine’s running.

For regular servicing in Aussie and Kiwi conditions, it’s smart to inspect the drive‑belt at each service and plan replacement around 80,000–100,000 km, or earlier if there are signs of wear. The 1ZZ‑FE and 1AZ‑FSE typically use a single serpentine belt with an automatic tensioner, while the 3S‑GTE GT‑Four uses a V‑ribbed accessory belt as well (note: the 3S‑GTE has a separate timing belt for the cams