This page contains the exact tightening torques for the Toyota / Lexus 1MZ–FE Engine. The tables and diagrams show the values for the main components: cylinder head, connecting rod and main bearings, timing belt, intake and exhaust manifold, flywheel and other elements. The data will help with engine repair and assembly, ensuring correct bolt tightening and long-term engine operation.
Detail |
Thread |
Tightening torque, Nm (kgf m) |
Engine |
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Cylinder head mounting bolts |
M12x1.25 |
1st reception: 20.0 (2.0) 2nd reception: 71.0–87.0 (7.1–8.7) Step 3: Turn 90° Step 4: Turn 90° again |
Nut for the intake manifold and exhaust manifold mounting stud |
M8 |
21.0–26.0 (2.1–2.6) |
Tension roller mounting nut |
M10x1.25 |
34.0–42.0 (3.4–4.2) |
Camshaft bearing housing stud nut |
M8 |
18.7–23.0 (1.87–2.30) |
Camshaft pulley mounting bolt |
M10 |
68.0–85.0 (6.8–8.5) |
Auxiliary unit housing mounting bolt |
M6 |
6.8–8.4 (0.68–0.84) |
Cooling jacket outlet pipe mounting stud nuts |
M8 |
16.0–23.0 (1.6–2.3) |
Main bearing cap fastening bolt |
M10x1.25 |
69.0–84.0 (6.9–8.4) |
Oil pan mounting bolt |
M6 |
5.0–8.0 (0.5–0.8) |
Connecting rod cap bolt nuts |
M9x1.0 |
44.0–54.0 (4.4–5.4) |
Flywheel mounting bolt |
M10x1.25 |
62.0–87.0 (6.2–8.9) |
Coolant pump mounting bolt |
M6 |
78.0–80.0 (0.78–0.80) |
Crankshaft pulley mounting bolt |
M12x1.25 |
99.0–110.0 (9.90–11.0) |
Coolant pump inlet pipe mounting bolt |
M6 |
4.1–5.1 (0.41–0.51) |
Nut for fastening the exhaust pipe |
M8x1.25 |
21.0–26.0 (2.1–2.6) |
Nut for fastening the flange of the additional muffler |
M8x1.25 |
16.0–23.0 (1.6–2.3) |
Front Engine Mount Bolt Nut |
M10 |
42.0–51.0 (4.2–5.1) |
Left engine mount mounting bolt nut |
M10 |
42.0–51.0 (4.2–5.1) |
Nut of the bolt securing the left suspension bracket to the engine |
M10 |
32.0–51.0 (3.2–5.1) |
Rear Engine Mount Bolt Nut |
M10 |
28.0–34.0 (2.8–3.4) |
Nut of the bolt securing the rear suspension bracket to the engine |
M12 |
62.0–98.0 (6.2–9.8) |
Bolt for fastening the oil receiver to the main bearing cap |
M6 |
8.0–10.0 (0.8–1.0) |
Bolt for fastening the oil receiver to the pump |
M6 |
7.0–8.0 (0.7–0.8) |
Oil pump mounting bolt |
M6 |
8.5–10.0 (0.85–1.0) |
Oil pump housing mounting bolt |
M6 |
7.2–9.2 (0.72–0.92) |
Oil pump pressure relief valve plug |
M16x1.5 |
46.0–73.0 (4.6–7.3) |
Oil filter nipple |
M20x1.5 |
38.0–87.0 (3.8–8.7) |
Oil Pressure Warning Light Sensor |
M14x1.5 |
24.0–27.0 (2.4–2.7) |
Carburetor mounting nuts |
M8 |
13.0–16.0 (1.3–1.6) |
Cylinder head cover fastening nut |
M6 |
2.0–4.7 (0.2–0.47) |
Clutch |
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Clutch housing to engine block fastening nut |
M12x1.25 |
55.0–88.0 (5.5–8.8) |
Clutch housing to engine block mounting bolt |
M12x1.25 |
55.0–88.0 (5.5–8.8) |
Clutch release bearing guide sleeve flange mounting bolt |
M6 |
5.0–6.5 (0.5–0.65) |
Clutch housing to flywheel mounting bolt |
M8 |
19.0–31.0 (1.9–3.1) |
Nut securing clutch housing to gearbox |
M8 |
16.0–26.0 (1.6–2.6) |
Bolt for fastening the lower cover to the clutch housing |
M6 |
4.9–7.8 (0.49–0.78) |
Transmission |
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Conical screw for fastening the drive rod hinge |
M8 |
16.6–20.0 (1.66–2.0) |
Gear selector mechanism mounting bolt |
M6 |
5.1–8.2 (0.51–0.82) |
Gear shift lever housing mounting bolt |
M8 |
16.0–26.0 (1.6–2.6) |
Drive rod clamp fastening nut |
M8 |
16.0–26.0 (1.6–2.6) |
Primary and secondary shaft rear end nut |
M20x1.5 |
123.0–149.0 (12.3–14.9) |
Reverse light switch |
M14x1.5 |
29.0–45.0 (2.9–4.5) |
Bolt for fastening forks to the stem |
M6 |
12.0–19.0 (1.2–1.9) |
Bolt for fastening the cover of the clamps |
M8 |
16.0–26.0 (1.6–2.6) |
Differential driven gear mounting bolt |
M10x1.25 |
65.0–83.0 (6.5–8.3) |
Speedometer drive housing fastening nut |
M6 |
4.5–7.2 (0.45–0.72) |
Gear selector lever axle mounting nut |
M8 |
16.0–26.0 (1.6–2.6) |
Rear cover to gearbox housing fastening nut |
M8 |
16.0–26.0 (1.6–2.6) |
Reverse gear fork retainer plug |
M16x1.5 |
28.0–45.0 (2.8–4.5) |
Conical screw for fastening the gear selector lever |
M8 |
28.0–35.0 (2.8–3.5) |
Clutch and gearbox housing mounting bolt |
M8 |
16.0–26.0 (1.6–2.6) |
Filler and drain plugs |
M22x1.5 |
29.0–46.0 (2.9–4.6) |
Front suspension |
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Nut securing the upper support of the telescopic strut to the body |
M8 |
20.0–24.0 (2.0–2.4) |
Nut securing the ball joint to the lever |
M12x1.25 |
80.0–96.0 (8.0–9.6) |
Nut of the eccentric bolt for fastening the telescopic strut to the steering knuckle |
M12x1.25 |
79.0–96.0 (7.9–9.6) |
Bolt for fastening the telescopic strut to the steering knuckle |
M12x1.25 |
79.0–96.0 (7.9–9.6) |
Bolt and nut for fastening the suspension arm to the body |
M12x1.25 |
79.0–96.0 (7.9–9.6) |
Stretch fastening nut |
M16x1.25 |
160.0–180.0 (16.0–18.0) |
Bolt and nut for fastening the stabilizer bar to the control arm |
M10x1.25 |
43.0–53.0 (4.3–5.3) |
Nut securing the stabilizer bar to the body |
M8 |
13.0–16.0 (1.3–1.6) |
Bolt for fastening the strut bracket to the body |
M10x1.25 |
43.0–53.0 (4.3–5.3) |
Nut for fastening the telescopic strut rod to the upper support |
M14x1.5 |
67.0–82.0 (6.7–8.2) |
Bolt for fastening the ball joint to the steering knuckle |
M10x1.25 |
50.0–63.0 (5.0–6.3) |
Front wheel hub fastening nut |
M20x1.5 |
225.0–250.0 (22.5–25.0) |
Wheel mounting bolt |
M12x1.25 |
65.0–95.0 (6.5–9.5) |
Rear suspension |
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Lower shock absorber mounting nut |
M12x1.25 |
68.0–84.0 (6.8–8.4) |
Rear suspension arm mounting nut |
M12x1.25 |
68.0–84.0 (6.8–8.4) |
Suspension arm bracket mounting nut |
M10x1.25 |
28.0–34.0 (2.8–3.4) |
Upper shock absorber mounting nut |
M10x1.25 |
51.0–63.0 (5.1–6.3) |
Rear wheel hub bearing nut |
M20x1.5 |
190.0–225.0 (19.0–22.5) |
Brakes |
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Brake cylinder to caliper mounting bolt |
M12x1.25 |
117.0–150.0 (11.7–15.0) |
Bolt securing the guide pin to the cylinder |
M8 |
31.0–38.0 (3.1–3.8) |
Brake caliper to steering knuckle mounting bolt |
M10x1.25 |
29.0–36.0 (2.9–3.6) |
Rear brake shield to beam mounting bolt |
M10x1.25 |
35.0–43.0 (3.5–4.3) |
Nut securing vacuum booster bracket to bracket booster |
M8 |
10.0–16.0 (1.0–1.6) |
Nut securing the master cylinder to the vacuum booster |
M10 |
27.0–32.0 (2.7–3.2) |
Nut for fastening the vacuum booster to the bracket booster |
M10 |
27.0–32.0 (2.7–3.2) |
Brake line connection nipples |
M10 |
15.0–18.0 (1.5–1.8) |
Front brake flexible hose tip |
M10x1.25 |
30.0–33.0 (3.0–3.3) |
Steering |
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Steering gear housing fastening nut |
M8 |
15.0–19.0 (1.5–1.9) |
Steering shaft bracket mounting nut |
M8 |
15.0–19.0 (1.5–1.9) |
Steering shaft bracket mounting bolt |
M6 |
Roll until the head comes off |
Steering shaft to pinion mounting bolt |
M8 |
23.0–27.0 (2.3–2.7) |
Steering wheel mounting nut |
M16x1.5 |
32.0–51.0 (3.2–5.1) |
Tie rod lock nut |
M18x1.5 |
123.0–150.0 (12.3–15.0) |
Ball joint tie rod mounting nut |
M12x1.25 |
28.0–33.0 (2.8–3.3) |
Steering tie rod to rack mounting bolt |
M10x1.0 |
70.0–86.0 (7.0–8.6) |
Steering gear pinion bearing nut |
M38x1.5 |
46.0–55.0 (4.6–5.5) |
Electrical equipment |
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Spark plug |
M14x1.25 |
31.0–39.0 (3.1–3.9) |
Generator mounting bolt nut |
M12x1.25 |
59.0–73.0 (5.9–7.3) |
Generator mounting stud nut |
M10x1.25 |
28.6–46.0 (2.86–4.6) |