Hi I need to replace the timming belt (Cressida 1987) I would like to receive detailed instructions. Please help. Thanks
JMF

Not a task recommended for beginners. You will need access to a compressor and a 1/2" impact to remove the crank pulley. If you don't have these, stop now. Chances are that you can find an experienced mechanic that will be willing to do it for you in the driveway for around $250, without a new water pump and seals. I would recommend having the pump and seals replaced though if the engine has over 120k on it. If you decide to tackle the project, first, remove the crank pulley, belts and anything else in the way of the front cover. (If it's the engine I'm thinking of, the fan and shroud have to come off as well). Remove front cover. Align old belt and make marks with paint pen on the cams and crank pulley after rotating the engine to top dead center. Toyotas have small holes in the cam gears that must align with small hash marks in the back of the cover. Secure the cam gears. After you've marked the old belt and gears, loosen and secure the tensioner and remove the old belt. Lie the old belt facing you on a bench and line up the teeth on the new belt to get your marks correct. Counting the teeth is slow work, but well worth it to get the timing correct. Mark the new belt exactly the same as the old one. Install the new belt, aligning the marks on the cams and crank. Loosen the tensioner retaining bolt and tension the belt. Retorque the tensioner and reassemble the front of the engine. If possible, start the engine with the cover off to make sure it runs properly. These instructions are intended for someone who has experience with overhead cam engines. If you do not, the $250 for a mechanic would be much cheaper than a disassembled engine that doesn't run and a tow bill. Worse yet, a bent valve or two. Good luck, Colin.