Parts for your 2022 Toyota Camry-Timing belt kit

2022 Toyota Camry timing-belt-kit — not applicable

The 2022 Toyota Camry doesn’t use a timing-belt-kit. Every engine offered in this model year—2.5‑litre A25A‑FKS (petrol), A25A‑FXS (hybrid), and 3.5‑litre 2GR‑FKS V6—runs a timing chain rather than a belt. That’s confirmed by Toyota service literature (Toyota Technical Information System Repair Manual for XV70 Camry), Toyota maintenance guides (which list no belt replacement interval), and major parts catalogues from Gates and Dayco that specify a chain drive for these engines.

Why no belt on a 2022 Camry? Toyota designed these engines with a lubricated, steel timing chain that’s intended to last the life of the engine under normal conditions. Modern chains handle the load of dual overhead cams and variable valve timing (VVT‑i / VVT‑iE) exceptionally well, without the scheduled replacement demands of a rubber belt.

• Durability: The chain runs in oil and resists heat, age, and contaminants far better than a belt.
• Servicing simplicity: There’s no timing-belt interval to budget for—Toyota’s service schedules for the 2022 Camry include no belt change.
• System design: The Camry’s water pump and accessories aren’t driven by a timing belt, so there’s no “belt-and-pump” kit requirement.

Even though there’s no timing-belt-kit to replace, good maintenance keeps the timing chain happy. Use the correct oil grade and stick to service intervals suited to Australian and New Zealand conditions, especially if the car sees short trips, heat, or towing. Fresh, clean oil protects the chain, guides, and hydraulic tensioner. Under the bonnet, listen for abnormal rattles on cold start, watch for oil leaks at the timing cover area, and scan for cam/crank correlation or VVT performance fault codes if the check engine light pops up. If any of those show up, a technician can inspect the chain, guides, and tensioner condition.

Technical sources referenced: Toyota Technical Information System (TIS) Repair Manual for XV70 Camry engines A25A‑FKS/A25A‑FXS and 2GR‑FKS (timing chain cam drive), Toyota Australia and Toyota New Zealand maintenance schedules for Camry (no timing belt replacement listed), Gates and Dayco application catalogues for 2018–2023 Camry (chain drive specified, no timing-belt-kit listed).

Does a 2022 Toyota Camry have a timing belt or a chain?

It has a timing chain. All 2022 Camry engines—2.5‑litre petrol, 2.5‑litre hybrid, and 3.5‑litre V6—use a chain-driven cam system.

Is there a timing-belt replacement interval for the 2022 Camry?

No. Because the 2022 Camry doesn’t have a timing belt, there’s no belt interval. The timing chain is designed to be maintenance-free under normal servicing, with inspections only if symptoms arise.

What maintenance helps the timing chain last on a 2022 Camry?

Regular oil and filter changes using the correct spec and viscosity are key. Avoid extended drain intervals, fix oil leaks promptly, and have any cold-start rattles or VVT-related fault codes checked by a qualified technician.