Toyota 4Runner 4 (2003-2009) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: November 19, 2023

By IFCAR - Own work, Public Domain

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Toyota 4Runner 4 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for Toyota 4Runner 4

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 20 15
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 28 21
  • 2UZ-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Wheels Front wheel 112 83
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Wheels Rear wheel 112 83
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  • Production years: 2003 - 2009
  • Generation: 4
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Toyota Hilux Surf

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan stud bolt 4 3
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan sub-assembly bolt 21 15 Bolt A, 25mm
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan sub-assembly bolt 21 15 Bolt B, 45mm
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan sub-assembly bolt 10 7 Bolt C, 14mm
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan sub-assembly nut 21 15
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan sub-assembly housing bolts 37 27
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan sub-assembly No.2 to Oil pan sub-assembly bolt 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan sub-assembly housing bolts 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug to Oil pan sub-assembly No.2 40 30
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Oil baffle plate 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pan Drain plug to Oil pan 28 21
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Oil pan Drain plug to Oil pan 28 21
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Oil filter Oil filter bracket sub-assembly 19 14
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil filter Oil strainer sub-assembly to Oil pan sub-assembly 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil filter Oil strainer to Valve body 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Oil filter Oil strainer to Valve body 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch to Oil filter bracket subassembly 15 11
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil dipstick Oil filter bracket sub-assembly 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil feeder Oil filler tube 12 9
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil feeder Oil filler cap housing 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pump Oil pump cover bolts 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Oil pump Oil pump relief valve plug 49 36
  • 1GR-FE
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Vacuum pump Vane pump assembly 43 32
  • 1GR-FE
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap bolts 25 18 First step
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head sub-assembly and Cylinder head LH stud bolt 4 3 Bolt A
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head sub-assembly and Cylinder head LH stud bolt 9 7 Bolt B
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head sub-assembly and Cylinder head LH union 15 11
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head sub-assembly and Cylinder head LH screw plug 80 59 With head taper screw plug
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head sub-assembly RH 36 27 First step
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head sub-assembly LH 30 22 Recessed head, First step
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head sub-assembly LH 30 22 14mm head
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover sub-assembly to Cylinder head sub assembly bolt 10 7 Bolt A
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover sub-assembly to Cylinder head sub assembly bolt 9 7 Bolt B
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover sub-assembly to Cylinder head sub assembly nut 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Ground cable to Cylinder head sub-assembly 8 6
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Oil control valve filter plug to Cylinder head sub-assembly 62 46
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Water by-pass joint RR to Cylinder head sub-assembly 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Cylinder head Ventilation valve to Cylinder head sub-assembly LH 27 20
  • 1GR-FE
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Spark plugs Spark plug 20 15
  • 1GR-FE
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Intake manifold Intake manifold to Cylinder head sub-assembly 26 19
  • 1GR-FE
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Intake manifold Intake air surge tank bolts and nuts 28 21
  • 1GR-FE
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Intake manifold Intake air surge tank stays upper bolts 21 15
  • 1GR-FE
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Intake manifold Intake air surge tank v-bank cover sub-assembly 8 6
  • 1GR-FE
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Throttle body Throttle with motor body assembly to Intake air surge tank 11 8
  • 1GR-FE
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Throttle body Throttle body bracket upper bolts 21 15
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine block Cylinder block sub-assembly stud bolt 11 8 Bolt A
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine block Cylinder block sub-assembly stud bolt 5 4 Bolt B
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine block Cylinder block sub-assembly stud bolt 4 3 Bolt C
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine block Cylinder block water drain cock plug to Cylinder block water drain cock 13 10
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine block Engine rear oil seal retainer bolt 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine block Engine rear oil seal retainer nut 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine block Engine wire No.2 to Cylinder block sub-assembly 13 10
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine block Sub-assembly oil nozzle No.1 to Cylinder block sub-assembly 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine mounts Engine hanger No.1 to Cylinder head sub-assembly 33 24
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine mounts Engine mounting bracket front No.1 to Cylinder block sub-assembly 43 32
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine mounts Engine mounting insulator front No.1 to Frame assembly 38 28
  • 1GR-FE
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Engine mounts Engine rear mounting member to Body bolt 18 13
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Engine mounts Engine rear mounting member to Body bolt 18 13
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Engine mounts Engine rear mounting member to Body nut 72 53
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Engine mounts Engine rear mounting member to Body nut 72 53
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Engine mounts No.1 engine under cover bolts 29 21
  • 1GR-FE
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Sensor Heated oxygen sensor 44 32 For Bank 2
  • 1GR-FE
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Sensor Heated oxygen sensor 44 32 For Bank 1
  • 1GR-FE
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Sensor Knock sensor bolts 20 15
  • 1GR-FE
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Sensor Speed sensor to Automatic transmission 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Sensor Speed sensor to Automatic transmission 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Sensor VVT sensor 8 6
  • 1GR-FE
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Alternator Generator assembly bolts 43 32
  • 1GR-FE
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Alternator Generator pulley to Generator rotor assembly 110 81
  • 1GR-FE
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Alternator Wire harness clamp bracket bolts 8 6
  • 1GR-FE
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Alternator Wire harness to Terminal B nut 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Alternator Wire harness stay bolt 8 6
  • 1GR-FE
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Alternator Generator coil assembly bolts 6 4
  • 1GR-FE
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Alternator Generator rear end cover nuts 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
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Starter Starter assembly to Transmission housing 37 27
  • 1GR-FE
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Starter Starter assembly to Terminal 30 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Starter Starter yoke assembly through bolts 6 4
  • 1GR-FE
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Battery Battery negative terminal 4 3
  • 1GR-FE
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Battery Ignition coil assembly 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 9 7 10mm head
  • 1GR-FE
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 24 18 12mm head
  • 1GR-FE
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Camshaft Camshaft timing gear assembly 100 74
  • 1GR-FE
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Camshaft Camshaft timing gear/sprocket 100 74
  • 1GR-FE
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Camshaft Camshaft timing oil control valve assembly bolts 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley set bolt 250 184
  • 1GR-FE
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Crankshaft Main bearing cap bolts 61 45 12 pointed head, First step
  • 1GR-FE
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Crankshaft Main bearing cap bolts 26 19 12mm head
  • 1GR-FE
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Water pump Water pump bolts 9 7 10mm head
  • 1GR-FE
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Water pump Water pump bolts 23 17 12mm head
  • 1GR-FE
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler assembly to Body 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler assembly to Body 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler union bolt 68 50
  • 1GR-FE
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube clamp 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube clamp 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler inlet tube No.1 to Automatic transmission 34 25
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler inlet tube No.1 to Automatic transmission 34 25
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler outlet tube No.1 to Automatic transmission 34 25
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler outlet tube No.1 to Automatic transmission 34 25
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Radiator Fan shroud bolts 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
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Radiator Fan with fluid coupling bolts 21 15
  • 1GR-FE
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Radiator Radiator assembly bolts 18 13
  • 1GR-FE
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Radiator Water inlet bolts 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Radiator Water outlet pipe No.1 bolts 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Radiator Water inlet with thermostat nuts 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Air conditioning Air cleaner assembly to Cylinder head cover subassembly 8 6
  • 1GR-FE
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Air conditioning Air cleaner assembly to Intake air surge tank 8 6
  • 1GR-FE
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Air conditioning Magnet clutch hub to Cooler compressor assembly 18 13
  • 1GR-FE
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Air conditioning Compressor and magnetic clutch to Engine 24 18
  • 1GR-FE
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Air conditioning Discharge hose subassembly to Compressor and magnetic clutch 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Air conditioning Suction hose subassembly to Compressor and magnetic clutch 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Chain tensioner No.1 bolts 10 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Chain tensioner No.2 19 14
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Chain tensioner No.3 19 14
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Chain vibration damper No.1 19 14
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Idler pulley sub-assembly No.1 bolt 54 40
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Idler pulley sub-assembly No.2 bolt 39 29
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains No.2 idle gear shaft 60 44
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover bolts and nuts 23 17
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Oil pan stud bolt 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly 36 27
  • 1GR-FE
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PCM ECM to Body 13 10
  • 1GR-FE
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Fuel system Fuel delivery pipe to Intake manifold bolts 15 11
  • 1GR-FE
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Fuel system Pressure regulator fuel inlet to SST union bolts 4 3
  • 1GR-FE
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Fuel system Fuel pressure regulator bolts 9 7
  • 1GR-FE
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Fuel system Fuel tank to Body 40 30
  • 1GR-FE
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Fuel system Fuel tank protector subassembly No.1 to Body 20 15
  • 1GR-FE
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Differential vacuum actuator assembly to Front differential tube assembly 21 15
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate and Ring gear sub-assembly to Crankshaft 83 61
  • 1GR-FE
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan to Transmission case 4 3
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan to Transmission case 4 3
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan sub-assembly to Transmission 37 27
  • 1GR-FE
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 20 15
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Overflow plug to Automatic transmission 20 15
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Overflow plug to Automatic transmission 20 15
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Refill plug to Automatic transmission 39 29
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Refill plug to Automatic transmission 39 29
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission oil filler tube sub-assembly 12 9
  • 1GR-FE
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Transmission mount/case Automatic transmission to Engine 37 27 14mm head
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Automatic transmission to Engine 71 52 17mm head
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Automatic transmission to Engine 37 27 14mm head
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Automatic transmission to Engine 71 52 17mm head
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Valve body to Transmission case 11 8
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Valve body to Transmission case 11 8
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Engine mounting insulator rear No.1 to Automatic transmission 65 48
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Engine mounting insulator rear No.1 to Automatic transmission 65 48
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission control cable to Automatic transmission 14 10
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission control cable to Automatic transmission 14 10
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission control cable assembly to Body 6 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission control cable assembly to Body 6 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission control cable bracket No.1 to Automatic transmission 14 10
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission control cable bracket No.1 to Automatic transmission 14 10
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission wire set bolt to Automatic transmission 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission wire set bolt to Automatic transmission 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission wire clamp to Valve body 10 7 A
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission wire clamp to Valve body 11 8 B
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission wire clamp to Valve body 10 7 A
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission wire clamp to Valve body 11 8 B
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Wire harness to Automatic transmission 8 6
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Wire harness to Automatic transmission 8 6
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Park/Neutral position switch bolt 13 10
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Park/Neutral position switch bolt 13 10
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Park/Neutral position switch nut 7 5
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Park/Neutral position switch nut 7 5
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter clutch to Drive plate 48 35
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter clutch to Drive plate 48 35
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Floor shift assembly to Body 14 10
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Floor shift assembly to Body 14 10
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Propeller shaft heat insulator to Frame crossmember 33 24
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Propeller shaft heat insulator to Frame crossmember 33 24
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold to Cylinder head sub-assembly 26 19
  • 1GR-FE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 30 22
  • 1GR-FE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold stay 40 30
  • 1GR-FE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold stay No.2 40 30
  • 1GR-FE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe to Exhaust manifold 62 46
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe to Exhaust manifold 62 46
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust front pipe assembly nuts 62 46
  • 1GR-FE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe assembly center bolts 43 32
  • 1GR-FE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust tail pipe assembly bolts 48 35
  • 1GR-FE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe 48 35
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe 48 35
  • 1GR-FE
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold No.2 exhaust front pipe assembly nut 62 46
  • 1GR-FE
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Exhaust manifold No.2 exhaust front pipe assembly bolt 48 35
  • 1GR-FE
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Brake pedal Accelerator pedal rod assembly to Body 5 4
  • 1GR-FE
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
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