Toyota Tacoma 2 (2005-2015) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Toyota Tacoma 2 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 Tacoma 2

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 40 30
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 20 15
  • A340E Automatic Transmission
 unverified source
Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 28 21
  • A750E Automatic Transmission
  • A750F Automatic Transmission
 unverified source
Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 37 27
  • RA60 Manual Transmission
  • RA60F Manual Transmission
 unverified source
Axle shaft Front axle hub nut 199 147
  • 2WD
 unverified source
Axle shaft Front axle hub nut 235 173
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Wheels Front wheel 113 83
  • 2WD
 unverified source
Wheels Front wheel 113 83
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Wheels Rear wheel 113 83
  • 2WD
 unverified source
Wheels Rear wheel 113 83
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source

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  • Production years: 2005 - 2015
  • Generation: 2
  • Type of van: pickup
  • Model variant: Base

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 bolts 10 7 10mm head
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan bolts 21 15 12mm head
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 40 30
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan no.2 9 7 Bolts
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan no.2 10 7 Nuts
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 36 27 Bank 1
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 36 27 Bank 2
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 26 19 Bank 1
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Knock sensor Knock sensor bolts 20 15
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Camshaft Camshaft timing gear 100 74 Bank 1
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Camshaft Camshaft timing gear 100 74 Bank 2
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Belt tensioner No.1 idler pulley sub-assembly bolt 54 40
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Belt tensioner No.2 idler pulley sub-assembly bolt 39 29
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Belt tensioner V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly bolt 36 27
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source

drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Front differential case assembly 50 37
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Axle shaft Front axle hub nut 235 173
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source

steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Tie rod end to Steering knuckle arm 91 67
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source

exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 21 15 Bank 1
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 21 15 Bank 2
  • 1GR-FE
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source

brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Brake caliper Front disc brake caliper assembly bolts 123 91
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source

suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Front wheel 113 83
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Wheels Rear wheel 113 83
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber nut 83 61
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
  • Coil spring
 unverified source
Shock absorbers/shocks Front upper shock absorber nuts 64 47
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
  • Coil spring
 unverified source
Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bracket bolts 40 30
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer link to Steering knuckle nut 70 52
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
  • Coil spring
 unverified source
Control arm Front suspension upper arm nut 110 81
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Control arm Front suspension upper arm nut 115 85 Fully tighten
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Control arm Front suspension lower arm bolt and nut 135 100
  • 4WD
  • Pre-Runner
 unverified source
Ball joint Front lower ball joint bolts 160 118
  • 4WD
 unverified source

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Tacoma 2

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