Toyota torque specifications

Toyota Torque Specifications – Complete Reference Guide | Engine, Suspension, Brake Torque Values

🔧 Toyota Torque Specifications

Complete Reference Guide for Engine, Suspension, Brake, and Drivetrain Torque Values

Component	Location	Torque_ft_lbs	Torque_Nm	Thread_Locker	Notes	Engine_Type	Models	Years
Oil Drain Plug	Oil Pan	25-30	34-41	No	Replace crush washer	All engines	All models	All years
Oil Filter Cap	Engine Block	13	18	No	Hand tighten plus 3/4 turn	All engines	All models	2010+
Oil Filter (Cartridge)	Engine Block	156 in-lbs	18	No	Replace O-rings	All engines	All models	2010+
Spark Plugs	Cylinder Head	13-18	18-24	Anti-seize	Don't over-tighten; varies by engine	All engines	All models	All years
Lug Nuts	Wheel Hub	76	103	No	Star pattern tightening	All	Most models	2000+
Lug Nuts (Truck)	Wheel Hub	83	113	No	Star pattern tightening	All	Tacoma/Tundra/4Runner	All years
Brake Caliper Bolts	Caliper Bracket	79	107	Blue Loctite	Critical safety item	All	Most models	2000+
Brake Caliper Guide Pins	Caliper	25	34	Brake grease	Use brake grease on pins	All	All models	All years
Brake Hose Banjo Bolt	Brake Caliper	21	28	No	Replace crush washers	All	All models	All years
Master Cylinder Nuts	Brake Booster	9 ft-lbs	12	No	108 inch-pounds	All	All models	All years
Power Brake Booster Nuts	Firewall	9 ft-lbs	12	No	108 inch-pounds	All	All models	All years
Strut Top Nuts	Strut Tower	29-37	39-50	No	Hold strut shaft when tightening	All	Most models	All years
Strut to Knuckle Bolts	Steering Knuckle	113-177	153-240	No	Varies by model year	All	Most models	All years
Strut Damper Shaft Nut	Strut Assembly	35	47	No	Use spring compressor	All	Most models	All years
Ball Joint Nuts	Control Arm	66-91	89-123	No	Use new cotter pin	All	Most models	All years
Control Arm Bolts	Subframe	101-107	137-145	No	Tighten at ride height	All	Most models	All years
Tie Rod End Nuts	Steering Knuckle	36	49	No	Use new cotter pin	All	All models	All years
Tie Rod Locknuts	Tie Rod	55	75	No	Adjust alignment first	All	All models	All years
Stabilizer Bar Links	Strut/Control Arm	55	75	No	Don't over-tighten	All	Most models	All years
Stabilizer Bar Bracket Bolts	Subframe	14-18	19-24	No	Use thread locker if specified	All	Most models	All years
CV Axle Nut	Hub Assembly	159-217	216-294	No	Stake nut after installation	All	FWD models	All years
Hub Assembly Bolts	Steering Knuckle	45-74	61-100	Red Loctite	Varies by model	All	Most models	All years
Axle Beam Pivot Bolts	Rear Suspension	63-122	85-165	No	Varies by year	All	Rear beam axle models	All years
Shock Absorber Bolts	Suspension	59	80	No	Upper and lower mounting	All	Most models	All years
Steering Wheel Nut	Steering Column	37	50	No	Align properly	All	All models	All years
Steering Gear Bolts	Subframe	43	58	No	Critical safety component	All	All models	All years
U-Joint Pinch Bolt	Steering Column	26	35	No	Align splines properly	All	All models	All years
Power Steering Pump Bolts	Engine Block	27	37	No	Use proper belt tension	All	Models with hydraulic PS	1996-2010
Power Steering Pressure Line	Pump/Gear	30	41	No	Use new O-rings	All	Models with hydraulic PS	1996-2010
Cylinder Head Bolts	Engine Block	Special	Special	No	Multi-step torque sequence	1.8L	Corolla	2003-2019
Cylinder Head Bolts	Engine Block	Special	Special	No	Multi-step torque sequence	2.4L	Camry/RAV4	2009-2017
Cylinder Head Bolts	Engine Block	Special	Special	No	Multi-step torque sequence	2.5L	Camry/RAV4	2018+
Cylinder Head Bolts	Engine Block	Special	Special	No	Multi-step torque sequence	3.5L V6	Most V6 models	2007+
Connecting Rod Bolts	Crankshaft	Special	Special	No	Step 1: 15 ft-lbs + 90°	1.8L	Corolla	2003-2019
Connecting Rod Bolts	Crankshaft	Special	Special	No	Step 1: 18 ft-lbs + 90°	2.4L	Camry/RAV4	2009-2017
Main Bearing Cap Bolts	Engine Block	Special	Special	No	Multi-step sequence	All engines	All models	All years
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	Crankshaft	102-140	138-190	No	Varies by engine	All engines	All models	All years
Flywheel/Flexplate Bolts	Crankshaft	65-96	88-130	Red Loctite	Use new bolts	All engines	All models	All years
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	Cylinder Head	10-22	14-30	No	Follow sequence	All engines	All models	All years
Camshaft Sprocket Bolts	Camshaft	40	54	No	Hold camshaft	All engines	All models	All years
Timing Chain Tensioner	Engine Block	15-20	20-27	No	Critical timing component	All engines	Chain engines	2000+
Timing Chain Cover Bolts	Engine Block	7-38	9-51	Sealant	Various bolt sizes	All engines	Chain engines	2000+
Water Pump Bolts	Engine Block	15-19	20-26	Sealant	Use proper sealant	All engines	All models	All years
Water Pump Pulley Bolts	Water Pump	19	26	No	Hold pulley when tightening	All engines	All models	All years
Thermostat Housing Bolts	Engine Block	7-8	9-11	Sealant	Use new gasket	All engines	All models	All years
Intake Manifold Bolts	Cylinder Head	21-22	28-30	No	Follow sequence	All engines	All models	All years
Exhaust Manifold Bolts	Cylinder Head	16-27	22-37	No	Follow sequence; varies by year	All engines	All models	All years
Exhaust Pipe to Manifold	Exhaust System	32-46	43-62	No	Use new gasket	All engines	All models	All years
Catalytic Converter Bolts	Exhaust Pipe	32	43	No	Use new gaskets	All engines	All models	All years
Fuel Rail Bolts	Intake Manifold	15	20	No	168 inch-pounds on older models	All engines	All models	All years
Fuel Injector Hold-Down	Fuel Rail	84 in-lbs	9	No	Don't over-tighten	All engines	All models	All years
Throttle Body Bolts	Intake Manifold	7-22	9-30	No	Varies by model year	All engines	All models	All years
Valve Cover Bolts	Cylinder Head	7-10	9-14	No	Follow sequence	All engines	All models	All years
Oil Pan Bolts	Engine Block	7	9	Sealant	80 inch-pounds	All engines	All models	All years
Oil Pump Bolts	Engine Block	14-16	19-22	No	Use new gasket	All engines	All models	All years
Transmission Pan Bolts	Transmission	12	16	No	Follow sequence	All	Automatic models	All years
Transmission Mount Bolts	Transmission	47	64	No	Support transmission	All	All models	All years
Engine Mount Bolts	Engine Block	38-47	51-64	No	Support engine weight	All	All models	All years
Differential Drain Plug	Differential	29	39	No	Use new gasket	All	AWD/4WD models	All years
Transfer Case Drain Plug	Transfer Case	27	37	No	Use new gasket	All	4WD models	All years
Manual Trans Drain Plug	Transmission	29-33	39-45	No	Use new gasket	All	Manual models	All years
Clutch Pressure Plate Bolts	Flywheel	14	19	Blue Loctite	168 inch-pounds	All	Manual models	All years
Clutch Master Cylinder	Firewall	9 ft-lbs	12	No	108 inch-pounds	All	Manual models	All years
Clutch Release Cylinder	Transmission	9-17	12-23	No	Varies by year	All	Manual models	All years
Alternator Bracket Bolts	Engine Block	18	24	No	Support alternator	All	All models	All years
Alternator Pivot Bolt	Alternator	18	24	No	Adjust belt tension	All	All models	All years
Power Steering Pulley Bolt	Power Steering Pump	32	43	No	Use holding tool	All	Models with hydraulic PS	1996-2010
A/C Compressor Bolts	Engine Block	18	24	No	Support compressor	All	All models	All years
A/C Clutch Bolt	A/C Compressor	20	27	No	Use holding tool	All	All models	All years
Radiator Support Bolts	Frame	10	14	No	Support radiator weight	All	All models	All years
Fan Shroud Bolts	Radiator	7	9	No	Align properly	All	All models	All years
Drive Belt Tensioner	Engine Block	44-51	60-69	No	Varies by engine	All engines	All models	2000+
Idler Pulley Bolt	Engine Block	27	37	No	Check pulley bearing	All engines	All models	All years
Starter Bolts	Engine Block	29	39	No	Support starter weight	All	All models	All years
Subframe Bolts	Body	83-116	113-157	Red Loctite	Critical safety component	All	All models	All years
Body Mount Bolts	Frame	35	47	No	Check bushings	All	Truck models	All years
Shock Tower Bolts	Body	20	27	No	Upper shock mount	All	Truck models	All years
Leaf Spring Bolts	Axle Housing	90	122	No	Tighten at ride height	All	Truck models	All years
Leaf Spring Shackle	Frame	67	91	No	Use grease fittings	All	Truck models	All years
U-Bolt Nuts	Leaf Spring	90	122	No	Torque in sequence	All	Truck models	All years
Differential Cover Bolts	Differential	20	27	Sealant	Follow sequence	All	AWD/4WD models	All years
Ring Gear Bolts	Differential	75	102	Red Loctite	Critical component	All	AWD/4WD models	All years
Pinion Nut	Differential	Special	Special	No	Set preload properly	All	AWD/4WD models	All years
Axle Shaft Nuts	Axle Housing	90	122	No	Use new cotter pin	All	Solid axle models	All years
Brake Backing Plate	Axle Housing	51	69	No	Support brake shoes	All	Drum brake models	All years
Brake Drum Screws	Hub	35 in-lbs	4	No	Phillips head screws	All	Drum brake models	All years
Parking Brake Cable	Brake Assembly	13	18	No	Adjust properly	All	All models	All years
Fuel Tank Straps	Body	29	39	No	Support tank weight	All	All models	All years
Fuel Pump Module	Fuel Tank	Special	Special	No	Use special tool	All	All models	2000+
EVAP Canister Bracket	Body	13	18	No	Emissions component	All	All models	1996+
Battery Tray Bolts	Body	10	14	No	Support battery weight	All	All models	All years
Battery Hold-Down	Battery Tray	6	8	No	Secure battery	All	All models	All years
Ground Strap Bolts	Body/Engine	18	24	No	Critical electrical connection	All	All models	All years
ECM Bracket Bolts	Body	7	9	No	Protect from vibration	All	All models	All years
Fuse Box Bolts	Body	7	9	No	Secure electrical connections	All	All models	All years
Windshield Wiper Motor	Body	13	18	No	Seal against water	All	All models	All years
Door Hinge Bolts	Body	19	26	Blue Loctite	Adjust door alignment	All	All models	All years
Hood Hinge Bolts	Body	13	18	No	Support hood weight	All	All models	All years
Tailgate Hinge Bolts	Body	19	26	Blue Loctite	Support tailgate weight	All	Truck models	All years
Seat Track Bolts	Floor	30	41	Blue Loctite	Critical safety component	All	All models	All years
Seat Belt Anchor Bolts	Body	30	41	Red Loctite	Critical safety component	All	All models	All years
Roll Bar Bolts	Body	52	70	Red Loctite	Critical safety component	All	Truck models	All years
Skid Plate Bolts	Frame	27	37	No	Protect undercarriage	All	Truck models	All years
Tow Hitch Bolts	Frame	75	102	Red Loctite	Critical for towing	All	Truck models	All years
Running Board Bolts	Body	19	26	Blue Loctite	Support step weight	All	Truck models	All years
Mud Flap Screws	Body	25 in-lbs	3	No	Phillips head screws	All	All models	All years
License Plate Bolts	Bumper	25 in-lbs	3	No	Use anti-seize	All	All models	All years
Headlight Assembly	Body	7	9	No	Adjust beam properly	All	All models	All years
Tail Light Assembly	Body	7	9	No	Seal against water	All	All models	All years
Mirror Assembly	Door	13	18	Blue Loctite	Support mirror weight	All	All models	All years
Antenna Base	Body	20	27	No	Seal against water	All	All models	All years
Roof Rack Bolts	Roof	25	34	Blue Loctite	Follow load limits	All	All models	All years
Sun Roof Track Bolts	Roof	7	9	No	Adjust operation	All	Models with sunroof	All years
Convertible Top Motor	Body	13	18	No	Protect from elements	All	Convertible models	All years
Air Bag Module Screws	Steering Wheel	78 in-lbs	9	No	Critical safety component	All	All models	1995+
Clock Spring Screws	Steering Column	18 in-lbs	2	No	Handle carefully	All	All models	1995+
Combination Switch	Steering Column	48 in-lbs	5	No	Test all functions	All	All models	All years
Ignition Switch	Steering Column	7	9	No	Align key positions	All	All models	All years
Instrument Cluster	Dashboard	7	9	No	Handle circuit boards carefully	All	All models	All years
Radio Bracket	Dashboard	7	9	No	Ground properly	All	All models	All years
Glove Box Hinges	Dashboard	7	9	No	Adjust alignment	All	All models	All years
Cup Holder Assembly	Console	7	9	No	Test operation	All	All models	All years
Shift Knob	Shift Lever	20	27	No	Align pattern properly	All	Manual models	All years
Parking Brake Handle	Console	18	24	No	Adjust cable tension	All	All models	All years
Floor Mat Clips	Floor	18 in-lbs	2	No	Prevent interference	All	All models	All years
Cargo Net Anchors	Cargo Area	13	18	No	Test load capacity	All	Truck models	All years
Spare Tire Carrier	Body	30	41	No	Support tire weight	All	All models	All years
Jack Bracket	Body	13	18	No	Secure jack properly	All	All models	All years
Tool Kit Bracket	Body	7	9	No	Prevent rattling	All	All models	All years

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Body & Interior

Engine Component Torque Specifications

Component	Torque (ft-lbs)	Torque (Nm)	Notes
Cylinder Head Bolts	59 + 90°	80 + 90°	Sequence required
Oil Pan Bolts	15	21	Apply sealant
Oil Drain Plug	30	40	New gasket recommended
Spark Plugs	18	25	Hand tighten + 1/2 turn
Intake Manifold	22	30	Even sequence
Exhaust Manifold	36	49	Hot engine torque
Timing Chain Cover	18	25	Clean surfaces first
Water Pump Bolts	15	21	Apply thread locker
Camshaft Cap Bolts	12	16	Gradual tightening
Crankshaft Pulley	184	250	Use holding tool

Suspension & Steering Torque Values

Component	Torque (ft-lbs)	Torque (Nm)	Notes
Lug Nuts	76	103	Star pattern
Strut Top Mount	59	80	Compress strut
Ball Joint Castle Nut	76	103	Install cotter pin
Control Arm Bushing	152	206	Vehicle at ride height
Sway Bar Link	55	74	Replace if worn
Tie Rod End	36	49	Alignment required

⚠️ Critical Torque Safety Information

Always use a calibrated torque wrench for accurate measurements
Follow proper tightening sequence for multi-bolt components
Clean threads and surfaces before assembly
Use new bolts when specified – especially TTY (torque-to-yield) bolts
Apply thread locker or sealant as indicated in service manual

Brake System Torque Specifications

Component	Torque (ft-lbs)	Torque (Nm)	Notes
Brake Caliper Bolts	87	118	Apply thread locker
Brake Line Fittings	11	15	Do not over-tighten
Brake Rotor Screws	7	10	Phillips head screws
Master Cylinder	9	13	Brake fluid compatible

📱 Quick Reference

Oil Filter: Hand tight + 3/4 turn
Lug Nuts: 76 ft-lbs (star pattern)
Oil Drain Plug: 30 ft-lbs
Spark Plugs: 18 ft-lbs

🎯 Torque Accuracy

Proper torque ensures component longevity and prevents failures. Under-torquing can lead to loosening, while over-torquing can strip threads or break bolts.

🔄 Sequence Matters

Many components require specific tightening sequences. Always follow manufacturer recommendations for multi-bolt assemblies like cylinder heads.

🔧 Tool Calibration

Torque wrenches should be calibrated annually. An uncalibrated wrench can be off by 20% or more, leading to improper assembly.