2003 Toyota Avensis Wagon engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FSE 161 HP at 5800 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


1.6 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 109 HP engine (2003.4–2008.11)	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All other modifications	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE 109 HP


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

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 145 HP at 5700 RPM, 200 N⋅m


Bottom	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Top	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Vacuum pump	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 145 HP at 5700 RPM, 200 N⋅m	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


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

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


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


All other modifications	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

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


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


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

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FSE engines


Bearing cover on camshaft pulley	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Otherwise	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

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


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_moreAll other modifications


Bearing cover on camshaft pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Otherwise	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screw minimum diameter


2.0 D-4D with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2003.4–2008.11)	0.41 in0.41 in10.4 mm

expand_moreCylinder head screws

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

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


First stage	58.27 lbf⋅ft58.27 lbf⋅ft79 N⋅m
Oil thread. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV.


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Lightly oil the screws See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Heed bolt length.
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

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

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE.


First stage	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Oil thread. See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°

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


First stage	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	loosen by 90°
Sixth stage	loosen by 90°
Seventh stage	90°90°90°
Eighth stage	90°90°90°
Ninth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (maximum)

expand_moreAll Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines


Long screws	6.3 in6.3 in160 mm
Short screws	4.09 in4.09 in104 mm


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE engines	5.85 in5.85 in148.5 mm
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines	5.85 in5.85 in148.5 mm
All other modifications	6.46 in6.46 in164.2 mm

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE engines	5.78–5.83 in5.78–5.83 in146.8–148.2 mm
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines	5.78–5.83 in5.78–5.83 in146.8–148.2 mm
All other modifications	6.35–6.39 in6.35–6.39 in161.3–162.3 mm

expand_moreValve cover

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


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


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

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


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


All other modifications	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

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


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

expand_moreAll Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines


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

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


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE engines	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m
All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE engines	101.78 lbf⋅ft101.78 lbf⋅ft138 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FSE engines	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines	101.78 lbf⋅ft101.78 lbf⋅ft138 N⋅m
All other modifications	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines	101.78 lbf⋅ft101.78 lbf⋅ft138 N⋅m


Drive plate	72.28 lbf⋅ft72.28 lbf⋅ft98 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE engines	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

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


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


All other modifications	52.37 lbf⋅ft52.37 lbf⋅ft71 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreMain bearing

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


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°


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 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	90°90°90°


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


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 145 HP at 5700 RPM, 200 N⋅m	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FSE 161 HP at 5800 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain slip rail	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


All other modifications	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m
All other modifications	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m


Chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

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


M6	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Outside	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Top	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard

expand_more2.0 D-4D with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2003.4–2008.11)


With spacer	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Otherwise	5.53 lbf⋅ft5.53 lbf⋅ft7.5 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


2.0 D-4D with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2003.4–2008.11)	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


2.0 D-4D with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2003.4–2008.11)	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


2.4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 161 HP at 5800 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (2003.10–2008.11)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE engines	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter

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


Banjo screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

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


Banjo screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Otherwise	Tighten by hand

expand_moreOil pump


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE 109 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m	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 2.4 L 2AZ-FSE 161 HP at 5800 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


2.4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 161 HP at 5800 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (2003.10–2008.11)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines


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


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Glow plugs	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE engines	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
All other modifications	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

expand_more2.0 D-4D with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2003.4–2008.11)


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

expand_moreEngine mounting


Nuts	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
Screws	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m

expand_moreExtension for subframe


Screws at the gearbox bracket	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
On chassis	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Subframe	98.1 lbf⋅ft98.1 lbf⋅ft133 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


At the subframe	98.1 lbf⋅ft98.1 lbf⋅ft133 N⋅m
On chassis	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 1CD-FTV engines	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


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE 109 HP	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE 127 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 145 HP at 5700 RPM, 200 N⋅m	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FSE 161 HP at 5800 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 3ZZ-FE 109 HP


Nuts	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE 127 HP	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 1AZ-FSE 145 HP at 5700 RPM, 200 N⋅m


With automatic gearbox	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
With manual transmission	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m


Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FSE 161 HP at 5800 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
All other modifications	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 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.

First generation facelift

AT22#, AZT220, CDT220, CT220, ST220, ZZT22#

2003 Toyota Avensis Wagon Second generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2003 Toyota Avensis Wagon generations

First generation facelift

Toyota Avensis Wagon Second generation model years

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