1MZ–FE Engine Torque Specifications

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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