Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Toyota 4Runner BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Mounting Bolt | |||
| Avalon | 29 (39) | ||
| Camry | |||
| 2.4L 4-Cyl. | 29 (39) | ||
| 3.0L V6 | 31 (42) | ||
| Camry Solara & Celica | 27 (37) | ||
| Corolla & ECHO | 28 (38) | ||
| Highlander | |||
| 2.4L 4-Cyl. | 29 (39) | ||
| 3.0L V6 | 31 (42) | ||
| Land Cruiser | 29 (39) | ||
| MR2 & RAV4 | 28 (38) | ||
| Sequoia | 29 (39) | ||
| Sienna | 27 (37) | ||
| Tacoma, Tundra & 4Runner | 29 (39) | ||
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | |||
| Starter Through Bolt | |||
| Avalon | 52 (5.9) | ||
| Camry | 53 (6.0) | ||
| Camry Solara | |||
| 2.4L 4-Cyl. | 53 (6.0) | ||
| 3.0L V6 | 52 (5.9) | ||
| Celica, Corolla, ECHO, Highlander, MR2, RAV4 & Sienna | 52 (5.9) | ||
| Land Cruiser & Sequoia | 82 (9.3) | ||
| Tacoma | |||
| 1.4 kW | 52 (5.9) | ||
| 1.8 kW & 2.0 kW | 82 (9.3) | ||
| Tundra | |||
| 1.2 kW & 1.4 kW | 52 (5.9) | ||
| 1.8 kW & 2.0 kW | 82 (9.3) | ||
| 4Runner | |||
| 1.4 kW | 52 (5.9) | ||
| 1.8 kW | 82 (9.3) | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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