Toyota 3S-GTE Engine Torque Specifications
Cylinder Head Bolts (Gen 4 3S-GTE)
Torque Sequence: Start from the center and work outward in a crisscross pattern.
| Pass | Torque |
|---|---|
| First Pass | 25 Nm (18.4 lb-ft) |
| Second Pass | 49 Nm (36.2 lb-ft) |
| Final Pass | Rotate an additional 90° (1/4 turn) |
Note: These values are based on the Toyota 3S-GTE repair manual for the Gen 4 engine.
| Component | Torque |
|---|---|
| Main Bearing Caps | 58.3 Nm (43 ft-lb) |
| Connecting Rod Bolts | 66.4 Nm (49 ft-lb) |
| Camshaft Bearing Caps | 18.98 Nm (14 ft-lb) |
| Flywheel Bolts | 97.6 Nm (72 ft-lb) |
| Oil Pan Bolts | 10–15 Nm (7.4–11.1 ft-lb) |
| Intake Manifold Bolts | 18.98 Nm (14 ft-lb) |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolts | 43.4 Nm (32 ft-lb) |
| Spark Plugs | 24.4 Nm (18 ft-lb) |
| Timing Belt Tensioner Pulley | 21 Nm (15.5 ft-lb) |
| Crankshaft Pulley | 108.5 Nm (80 ft-lb) |