Parts for your 2020 Toyota Land cruiser-Timing belt kit

2020 Toyota LandCruiser timing-belt-kit: is it used, and what to know

Short answer: a timing-belt-kit isn’t used on the 2020 Toyota LandCruiser (200 Series). Every 2020 LandCruiser engine variant runs a timing chain, not a belt. That includes the 4.5‑litre V8 twin‑turbo diesel (1VD‑FTV) common in Australia and New Zealand, and the petrol V8s used in other markets (1UR‑FE/3UR‑FE). Timing chains don’t require a belt kit.

Technical sources that confirm the chain drive on 2020 LandCruiser engines include Toyota factory repair manuals (Engine Mechanical sections for 1VD‑FTV and UR/UR‑FE families showing chain, guides and hydraulic tensioners), Toyota’s Electronic Parts Catalogue for J200 models (listing timing chain, guides and tensioners—no belt or belt kit), and major aftermarket catalogues (Gates and Dayco) that show “chain drive/no timing belt” for 200‑Series listings.

Why no timing-belt-kit? Toyota engineered the 200 Series for heavy touring, towing and off‑road punishment. A timing chain runs in engine oil, is built from metal links, and is designed for long service life under high load and heat. That suits the V8 diesel’s torque and the big petrol V8s’ duty cycle. Earlier LandCruisers (like some 100 Series diesels) used belts, but by the 200 Series Toyota had moved to chains across the board.

What should owners do instead of a belt replacement? Stick to the oil and filter schedule in the handbook—fresh, correct‑spec oil keeps the chain, guides and hydraulic tensioners happy. If there’s a rattle on cold start, metal‑on‑metal noise from the front cover, declining oil pressure, or cam/crank correlation fault codes, get it checked by a technician familiar with the 1VD‑FTV/UR engines. There’s no routine timing chain replacement interval, but on very high‑kilometre vehicles, guides, tensioners, or the chain itself may eventually need attention. Using genuine‑quality filters and the right viscosity for local conditions helps the chain last the distance.

• Toyota Factory Repair Manuals (Engine Mechanical, 1VD‑FTV and UR‑series): timing chain layout and procedures.
• Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue (J200 LandCruiser): chain, guides, tensioners listed, no timing belt kit.
• Gates and Dayco AU/NZ timing drive catalogues: 200 Series entries show chain/no belt.

Popular questions

Does the 2020 LandCruiser have a timing belt or a chain?
The 2020 LandCruiser 200 uses a timing chain across all engines, including the 1VD‑FTV V8 diesel and the UR‑series petrol V8s. There’s no timing-belt-kit for this model year.

Do timing chains need replacing on a 2020 LandCruiser?
There’s no scheduled chain replacement interval. With proper servicing, the chain system typically lasts a very long time. If there’s chain rattle at start‑up, abnormal noises, oiling issues, or timing correlation faults, have it inspected—guides or tensioners may need work at high kilometres.

What maintenance helps the timing chain last?
Regular oil and filter changes to Toyota’s schedule, using the correct‑spec oil for local climate and load. Avoid extended drain intervals, fix oil leaks promptly, and listen for new noises. Quality filters and good oil pressure are key for chain tensioner health.