2003 Toyota Avensis Wagon engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_more1.8 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 127 HP engine (2000.10–2003.2)


Nuts	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
Screws	50.89 lbf⋅ft50.89 lbf⋅ft69 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE engines


Long screws	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
Short screws	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE engines


Code range 12 mm	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Code range 14 mm	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines


Bottom	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
Top	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


2.0 TD (CT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1997.9–2003.2)	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m


Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
Servo pump pulley	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE 127 HP	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


2.0 D-4D (CDT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 109 HP engine (1999.10–2003.2)	75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


2.0 TD (CT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1997.9–2003.2)	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger


2.0 TD (CT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1997.9–2003.2)	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE 127 HP


30 mm screws	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
35 mm screws	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m


Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2000.10–2003.2)	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP


Guide bearing	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Remaining bearing caps	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Bearing cap 1	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Remaining bearing caps	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreToyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP.


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Heed bolt length. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Oil thread.
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP.


First stage	58.27 lbf⋅ft58.27 lbf⋅ft79 N⋅m
Oil thread. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreToyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM.


First stage	43.52 lbf⋅ft43.52 lbf⋅ft59 N⋅m
Oil thread. See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Heed bolt length. See figure 4.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Oil thread.

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (maximum)


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE engines	6.46 in6.46 in164.2 mm
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE engines	6.28 in6.28 in159.5 mm
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines	6.28 in6.28 in159.5 mm

expand_moreValve cover


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP


Inner screws	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Outer screws	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Apply new sealing compound.

expand_moreAll other modifications


With plain washer	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Without plain washers	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreToyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
All other modifications	101.78 lbf⋅ft101.78 lbf⋅ft138 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE engines	61.22 lbf⋅ft61.22 lbf⋅ft83 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE engines	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreMain bearing


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Second stage	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
Third stage	45°45°45°
Fourth stage	45°45°45°


Hexagon head screws (M8)	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


2.0 D-4D (CDT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 109 HP engine (1999.10–2003.2)	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain guide rail	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE 109 HP	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE 127 HP	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2000.10–2003.2)	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2000.10–2003.2)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2000.10–2003.2)	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


With spacer	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreToyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m


Bottom	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Top	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m


Toothed belt tightener	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter


2.0 TD (CT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1997.9–2003.2)	Tighten by hand

expand_moreOil pump


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE 127 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 148 HP	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2000.10–2003.2)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreToyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP


Oil sump lower part	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


2.0 D-4D (CDT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 109 HP engine (1999.10–2003.2)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE engines	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE engines	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Lambda sensor	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


M14	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
M17	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


On chassis	151.94 lbf⋅ft151.94 lbf⋅ft206 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


On chassis	107.68 lbf⋅ft107.68 lbf⋅ft146 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


At the subframe	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
On side member	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 109 HP	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-TE 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
All other modifications	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 Toyota Avensis Wagon user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Toyota warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2003 Toyota Avensis Wagon generations

In 2003 Toyota offered 2 generations of the Avensis Wagon. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Second generation

MC platform

ADT25#, AZT25#, CDT250, ZZT25#

2003 Toyota Avensis Wagon First generation facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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