Toyota Highlander XU50 (2013-2018) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: December 31, 2023

By SsmIntrigue - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Toyota Highlander XU50 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 Highlander XU50

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil drain plug 37 27
  • 3.5L Engine
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Spark plugs Oil drain plug 37 27
  • 3.5L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 20 15
  • 3.5L Engine
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Wheel hub assembly Front axle nut 294 217
  • 3.5L Engine
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To make sure these are the correct tightening torque values, you can use the data below to verify this is the right model.

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  • Production years: 2013 - 2018
  • Generation: 3
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Toyota Kluger

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 drain plug 37 27
  • 3.5L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan 10 7 10mm
  • 3.5L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan 20 15 12mm
  • 3.5L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump 11 8
  • 3.5L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump pickup tube 11 8
  • 3.5L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump relief valve 49 36
  • 3.5L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod 24 18 Step 1
  • 3.5L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head 37 27 Step 1
  • 3.5L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head 30 22 Extra bolts (14mm)
  • 3.5L Engine
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Spark plugs Oil drain plug 37 27
  • 3.5L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 20 15
  • 3.5L Engine
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Engine mounts Motor mount to Engine 80 59
  • 3.5L Engine
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Engine mounts Motor mount to Frame 48 35
  • 3.5L Engine
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor 11 8
  • 3.5L Engine
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Alternator Alternator to Engine 24 18
  • 3.5L Engine
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Battery Ignition coil 7 5
  • 3.5L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprockets 100 74
  • 3.5L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing caps 16 12
  • 3.5L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap No.1 24 18
  • 3.5L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley 251 185
  • 3.5L Engine
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Crankshaft Main cap 61 45 Step 1
  • 3.5L Engine
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Crankshaft Main cap side bolts 52 38
  • 3.5L Engine
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Common rail Fuel rail 11 8
  • 3.5L Engine
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Water pump Water pump 11 8 10mm
  • 3.5L Engine
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Water pump Water pump 20 15 12mm
  • 3.5L Engine
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Water pump Water pump pulley 20 15
  • 3.5L Engine
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Coolant expansion tank Intake surge tank 29 21
  • 3.5L Engine
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Common rail Fuel rail 11 8
  • 3.5L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor to Engine 22 16
  • 3.5L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing cover 20 15
  • 3.5L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain idler gear 60 44
  • 3.5L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain guides 19 14
  • 3.5L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain tensioner 19 14
  • 3.5L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Belt tensioner 37 27
  • 3.5L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Idler pulley bolt 41 30
  • 3.5L Engine
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Valve cover Valve cover 11 8
  • 3.5L Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheel hub assembly Front axle nut 294 217
  • 3.5L Engine
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Wheel hub assembly Rear axle nut 216 159
  • 3.5L Engine
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Wheel hub assembly Front wheel hub 103 76
  • 3.5L Engine
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Wheel hub assembly Rear wheel hub 80 59
  • 3.5L Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel to Converter 41 30
  • 3.5L Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission drain plug 20 15
  • 3.5L Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission pan 8 6
  • 3.5L Engine
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Transmission mount/case Bell housing bolts 72 53
  • 3.5L Engine
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Torque converter Torque converter drain 20 15
  • 3.5L Engine
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Outer tie rod 49 36
  • 3.5L Engine
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Tie rod end Inner tie rod 68 50
  • 3.5L Engine
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Power steering Power steering to Engine 41 30
  • 3.5L Engine
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold 20 15
  • 3.5L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe 41 30
  • 3.5L Engine
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EGR EGR pipe 19 14
  • 3.5L Engine
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Disc brake Front brake caliper 107 79
  • 3.5L Engine
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper 34 25
  • 3.5L Engine
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Disc brake Front caliper banjo bolt 30 22
  • 3.5L Engine
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Disc brake Rear caliper banjo bolt 30 22
  • 3.5L Engine
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Rear lugnut 149 110
  • 3.5L Engine
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Struts Front strut upper nuts 80 59
  • 3.5L Engine
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Struts Rear strut upper nut 30 22
  • 3.5L Engine
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Struts Front strut lower bolts 210 155
  • 3.5L Engine
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Struts Rear strut lower bolt 115 85
  • 3.5L Engine
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Stabilizer bar Front swaybar bracket 20 15
  • 3.5L Engine
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Stabilizer bar Rear swaybar brackets 19 14
  • 3.5L Engine
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer endlink 75 55
  • 3.5L Engine
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Rear swaybar endlinks 39 29
  • 3.5L Engine
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Control arm Front lower arm frame bolts 203 150
  • 3.5L Engine
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Control arm Rear control arms 113 83
  • 3.5L Engine
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint to Arm 128 94
  • 3.5L Engine
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint nut 122 90
  • 3.5L Engine
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Highlander XU50

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