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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2011FJ CRUISER 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENTREPLACEMENT
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)
Replacement
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)SECTION Replacement
1GR-FE ENGINE MECHANICAL: CYLINDER BLOCK: REPLACEMENT
1. REPLACE STRAIGHT PIN
HINT
It is not necessary to remove a straight pin unless it is being replaced.
(a) Remove the straight pins.
(b) Using a plastic-faced hammer, tap in new straight pins to the cylinder block.
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Standard Protrusion Height:
2. REPLACE TIGHT PLUG
HINT
If coolant leaks from the tight plug or the plug is corroded, replace it.
(a) Remove the tight plugs.
(b) Apply adhesive around new tight plugs.
Adhesive:
Toyota Genuine Adhesive 1324, Three Bond 1324 or equivalent
(c) Using SST and a hammer, tap in the tight plugs to the standard depth.
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SST : 09950-60010
09951-00350
SST : 09950-70010
09951-07150
Standard depth:
0.2 to 1.2 mm (0.00787 to 0.0472 in.)
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.