Timing Cover

2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)SECTION Timing Cover
TIMING CHAIN COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

Install the timing chain cover with the 26 bolts labeled A, B, C, D and the 2 nuts. Tighten the bolts and nuts uniformly in several steps.






Text in Illustration






Bolt Length:






Make sure that there is no oil on the bolt threads.

Fully tighten the bolts in Area 1.

Torque 47 Nm (479 kgf-cm, 35 ft-lbf)

Tighten the bolts from bottom to top as shown in the illustration.

Fully tighten the bolts in Area 2.

Torque 23 Nm (235 kgf-cm, 17 ft-lbf)

Fully tighten the bolts in Area 3.

Torque 23 Nm (235 kgf-cm, 17 ft-lbf)

Tighten the bolts and nuts from top to bottom as shown in the illustration.

Fully tighten the bolts in Area 4.

Torque 23 Nm (235 kgf-cm, 17 ft-lbf)

Tighten the bolts from bottom to top as shown in the illustration.
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.