The same process can be followed on the non-vvti, the VVTi has only the exhaust side cam gear that can be replaced, the non-vvti can have the exhaust and intake cam gear swapped out. The process and pictures were taken mostly on my 2JZGTE VVTi supra, there are a few pictures of my old 2JZGE also – the process is almost identical and can be followed for both turbo and non-turbo engine models. Some of these steps can be used to replace the timing belt, but not all, in the future I hope to have a full article on that process.
This is a guide to replacing a cam gear/s on the 2JZGTE or 2JZGE engine.
