Toyota Tacoma 3 (2016-2023) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: February 17, 2024

By Kevauto - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Toyota Tacoma 3 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 settings for Toyota Tacoma 3

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

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  • Production years: 2016 - 2023
  • Generation: 3
  • 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 drain plug to No.2 oil pan sub-assembly 38 28
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan sub-assembly to Cylinder block 26 19
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil pan No.2 oil pan sub-assembly to Oil pan sub-assembly 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan stud bolt 3 2
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil pan Oil pan cover silencer to No.2 oil pan sub-assembly 7 5
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil filter Oil filter to Oil filter bracket 17 13
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil filter Oil filter bracket to Cylinder block 25 18
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil filter Oil filter bracket to Screw plug 49 36
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil filter Oil filter union to Oil filter bracket 43 32
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil filter Oil filter bracket union to Cylinder block 25 18
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil filter Oil strainer sub-assembly to Oil pan sub-assembly 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil pressure switch Engine oil pressure switch to Cylinder block 15 11
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil dipstick Oil level dipstick guide to Front no.1 engine mounting bracket 20 15
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil pump Oil pump cover to Timing chain cover bolt 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil pump Oil pump cover to Timing chain cover screw 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Oil pump Oil pump relief valve plug to Timing chain cover 49 36
  • 2TR-FE
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Piston rods Connecting rod to Connecting rod cap 25 18 Step 1
  • 2TR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head to Cylinder block 39 29 Step 1
  • 2TR-FE
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Cylinder head No.1 head straight screw plug to Cylinder head 44 32
  • 2TR-FE
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Cylinder head No.2 head straight screw plug to Cylinder head 140 103
  • 2TR-FE
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Cylinder head Engine wire to Cylinder head bolt 19 14 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
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Cylinder head Engine wire to Cylinder head bolt 14 10 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover sub-assembly to Cylinder head assembly 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Spark plugs Spark plug to Cylinder head 18 13
  • 2TR-FE
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Intake manifold Intake manifold to Cylinder block sub-assembly 25 18
  • 2TR-FE
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Intake manifold Intake pipe insulator to Air switching valve assembly 20 15
  • 2TR-FE
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Intake manifold Intake pipe insulator to Cylinder head sub-assembly 20 15
  • 2TR-FE
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Intake manifold Purge VSV to Intake manifold 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Intake manifold Air pump assembly to Body 18 13
  • 2TR-FE
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Intake manifold Heater hose bracket to Intake manifold 19 14
  • 2TR-FE
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Intake manifold Intake air connector to Intake manifold 8 6
  • 2TR-FE
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Intake manifold Intake air connector to Throttle body with motor assembly 5 4
  • 2TR-FE
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Intake manifold Wiring harness clamp bracket to Intake manifold 8 6
  • 2TR-FE
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Throttle body Throttle body with motor assembly to Intake manifold 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block Water drain cock plug to Cylinder block water drain cock 13 10
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block Cylinder block water drain cock to Cylinder block 25 18
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block Engine oil seal retainer to Cylinder block 13 10
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block No.1 oil nozzle to Cylinder block 7 5
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block No.1 chain vibration damper to Cylinder head assembly and cylinder block 21 15
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block No.2 chain vibration damper to Cylinder block 27 20
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block No.3 chain vibration damper to Cylinder block 18 13
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block No.4 chain vibration damper to Cylinder block 18 13
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block No.1 compressor mounting bracket to Engine assembly 43 32 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block No.1 compressor mounting bracket to Engine assembly 43 32 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine block No.1 compressor mounting bracket to Engine assembly 21 15 Bolt C
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine mounts No.1 engine mounting bracket to Cylinder block 51 38
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine mounts Front no.1 engine mounting bracket to Body 50 37
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine mounts No.1 engine hanger to Cylinder head 42 31
  • 2TR-FE
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Engine mounts No.1 engine under cover to Body 30 22
  • 2TR-FE
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Sensor Camshaft position sensor to Timing chain cover sub-assembly 10 7 For intake side
  • 2TR-FE
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Sensor Camshaft position sensor to Cylinder head cover sub-assembly 10 7 For exhaust side
  • 2TR-FE
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor to Timing chain cover sub-assembly 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Sensor Engine coolant temperature sensor to Cylinder block 20 15
  • 2TR-FE
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Sensor Knock sensor to Cylinder block sub-assembly 20 15
  • 2TR-FE
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Sensor Air fuel ratio sensor to Front exhaust pipe assembly 44 32
  • 2TR-FE
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Sensor Heated oxygen sensor to Tail exhaust pipe assembly 44 32
  • 2TR-FE
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Alternator Generator assembly to Timing chain cover 43 32
  • 2TR-FE
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Alternator Generator assembly to Engine wire 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Alternator Retainer plate to Generator drive end frame 2 1
  • 2TR-FE
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Alternator Generator coil assembly to Generator drive end frame 6 4
  • 2TR-FE
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Alternator Generator brush holder assembly to Generator rectifier end frame 2 1
  • 2TR-FE
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Alternator Rear end cover to Generator rectifier end frame 5 4
  • 2TR-FE
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Alternator Generator pulley with clutch to Generator rotor assembly 80 59
  • 2TR-FE
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Starter Starter assembly to Transmission housing assembly 37 27
  • 2TR-FE
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Starter Lead wire to Terminal C 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Starter Starter wire to Starter assembly 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Battery Negative battery terminal to Battery 5 4
  • 2TR-FE
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Battery Ignition coil assembly to Cylinder head cover sub-assembly 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Camshaft Camshaft timing gear to Camshaft 78 58
  • 2TR-FE
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap to Cylinder head 16 12
  • 2TR-FE
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Camshaft Cylinder head cover connector sub-assembly to Camshaft bearing cap 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Camshaft Camshaft timing oil control valve assembly to Cylinder head sub-assembly 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Crankshaft Crankshaft to Cylinder block 39 29 Step 1
  • 2TR-FE
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley to Crankshaft 260 192
  • 2TR-FE
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Crankshaft No.1 balanceshaft to Cylinder block 18 13
  • 2TR-FE
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Crankshaft No.2 balanceshaft to Cylinder block 18 13
  • 2TR-FE
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Crankshaft No.1 balanceshaft driven gear to No.1 balanceshaft 36 27
  • 2TR-FE
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Crankshaft No.2 balanceshaft driven gear to No.2 balanceshaft 36 27
  • 2TR-FE
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Crankshaft Balanceshaft drive gear to Cylinder block 25 18
  • 2TR-FE
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Water pump Engine water pump assembly to Timing chain cover 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Water pump Water pump assembly to Timing chain cover bolt 25 18 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
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Water pump Water pump assembly to Timing chain cover bolt 9 7 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
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Water pump Fan with fluid coupling to Water pump assembly 25 18
  • 2TR-FE
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler assembly to Body 6 4
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler bracket to Oil cooler assembly 6 4
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube to Body 28 21
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube to Body 28 21
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube clamp to Engine assembly bolt 14 10 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube clamp to Engine assembly bolt 28 21 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube clamp to Engine assembly bolt 14 10 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube clamp to Engine assembly bolt 28 21 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube clamp to Oil cooler tube clamp 6 4
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube clamp to Oil cooler tube clamp 6 4
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube union to Automatic transmission case sub-assembly 29 21 Without SST
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube union to Automatic transmission case sub-assembly 25 18 With SST
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube union to Automatic transmission case sub-assembly 29 21 Without SST
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler tube union to Automatic transmission case sub-assembly 25 18 With SST
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler No.1 oil cooler inlet tube and No.1 oil cooler outlet tube to Automatic transmission 34 25 Without union nut wrench
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler No.1 oil cooler inlet tube and No.1 oil cooler outlet tube to Automatic transmission 29 21 With union nut wrench
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler No.1 oil cooler inlet tube and No.1 oil cooler outlet tube to Automatic transmission assembly 34 25 Without union nut wrench
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler No.1 oil cooler inlet tube and No.1 oil cooler outlet tube to Automatic transmission assembly 29 21 With union nut wrench
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Flexible hose clamp to Automatic transmission assembly 14 10
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Fuel/Oil cooler Flexible hose clamp to Automatic transmission assembly 14 10
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Radiator Radiator assembly to Body 18 13
  • 2TR-FE
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Radiator Fan shroud to Radiator assembly 6 4
  • 2TR-FE
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Radiator Fluid coupling assembly to Fan 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Radiator Water inlet to Timing chain cover sub-assembly 28 21
  • 2TR-FE
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Air conditioning Cooler compressor to No.1 compressor mounting bracket 21 15
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains No.1 chain tensioner assembly to Cylinder head assembly 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains No.2 chain tensioner assembly to Cylinder block 18 13
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains No.1 idler pulley to Timing chain cover sub-assembly 43 32
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly to Cylinder block sub-assembly bolt 40 30 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly to Cylinder block sub-assembly bolt 23 17 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain guide to Cylinder head assembly 10 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover to Cylinder head and cylinder block bolt 57 42 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover to Cylinder head and cylinder block bolt and nut 23 17 Bolt B and nut
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover to Cylinder head and cylinder block bolt 21 15 Bolt C
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover to Cylinder head and cylinder block bolt 25 18 Bolt D
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover plate to Timing chain cover sub-assembly 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover to Water inlet 20 15
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Vane pump to Timing chain cover 21 15
  • 2TR-FE
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Suction hose to Timing chain cover 8 6
  • 2TR-FE
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PCM ECM bracket to ECM 3 2
  • 2TR-FE
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PCM No.2 ECM bracket to ECM 3 2
  • 2TR-FE
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PCM ECM to Instrument panel reinforcement assembly 5 4
  • 2TR-FE
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Fuel system Fuel delivery pipe to Cylinder head 12 9
  • 2TR-FE
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Fuel system Fuel delivery pipe to Fuel pressure pulsation damper assembly 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Fuel system Fuel delivery pipe to Fuel pressure regulator assembly 9 7
  • 2TR-FE
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Fuel system Fuel tank to Body 62 46
  • 2TR-FE
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Fuel system Fuel tank protector sub-assembly no.1 to Body 20 15 W/ off road package
  • 2TR-FE
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel to Crankshaft 27 20 Step 1
  • 2TR-FE
  • Manual Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate and ring gear to Crankshaft 74 55
  • 2TR-FE
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Automatic transmission assembly to Engine assembly 37 27 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Automatic transmission assembly to Engine assembly 71 52 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Automatic transmission assembly to Engine assembly 37 27 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Automatic transmission assembly to Engine assembly 71 52 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission breather bracket to Automatic transmissiona assembly 7 5
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission breather bracket to Automatic transmissiona assembly 7 5
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission control cable assembly to Transmission control shaft lever LH 14 10
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission control cable assembly to Transmission control shaft lever LH 14 10
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission control cable bracket to Automatic transmission assembly 28 21
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission control cable bracket to Automatic transmission assembly 28 21
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission oil pan heat insulator to Automatic transmission assembly 14 10
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission oil pan heat insulator to Automatic transmission assembly 14 10
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Wire harness clamp bracket to Automatic transmission assembly 8 6
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Wire harness clamp bracket to Automatic transmission assembly 8 6
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manifold stay to Automatic transmission assembly 30 22 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manifold stay to Automatic transmission assembly 44 32 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manifold stay to Automatic transmission assembly 71 52 Bolt C
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manifold stay to Automatic transmission assembly 30 22 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manifold stay to Automatic transmission assembly 44 32 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manifold stay to Automatic transmission assembly 71 52 Bolt C
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Drive plate and torque converter assembly setting bolt to Torque converter assembly 48 35
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Drive plate and torque converter assembly setting bolt to Torque converter assembly 48 35
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F 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 assembly 36 27
  • 2TR-FE
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Exhaust manifold Manifold stay to Exhaust manifold 30 22 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Manifold stay to Exhaust manifold 44 32 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Manifold stay to Exhaust manifold 71 52 Bolt C
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60E Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Manifold stay to Exhaust manifold 30 22 Bolt A
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Manifold stay to Exhaust manifold 44 32 Bolt B
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Manifold stay to Exhaust manifold 71 52 Bolt C
  • 2TR-FE
  • AC60F Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe assembly front to Exhaust manifold 43 32
  • 2TR-FE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe assembly front to Exhaust pipe assembly tail 48 35
  • 2TR-FE
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Exhaust manifold No.1 exhaust manifold heat insulator to Exhaust manifold 12 9
  • 2TR-FE
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
ABS ABS wire harness bracket to Charcoal canister 13 10
  • 2TR-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
Example of a Tacoma 3

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