Timing Belt - Valves Vs Pistons

[BigRon]

Does the 2004 Lexus ES 330 have a non-interference engine?

[SW03ES]

I believe all Lexus engines with VVT-i are interference engines.

[BigRon]

I believe all Lexus engines with VVT-i are interference engines.

[BigRon]

Thank you.

[pj8708]

I'll bite. What is a non interferance engine?

[SW03ES]

A non interference engine has tolerances such that a loss of engine timing won't cause the pistons to ram into the valves. An interference engine is the opposite...

[pj8708]

Thank you for your answer. You always do a great job.

Paul

[SW03ES]

I do my best ;)