2003 Toyota Camry Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE engines


Lower section of intake manifold	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FE engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


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

expand_moreAlternator

expand_more2.4 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 150 HP at 5600 RPM, 225 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2001.11–2006.11)


Lower screws	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Upper screws	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
from inside to outside

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

expand_moreBearing cap 1 – 4

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FE, Bearing cap 1 – 4.


First stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
See figure 1.

expand_moreBearing cap 5


Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreBearing cap 6 – 9


Third stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreBearing cap 10


Fourth stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screw minimum diameter


3.0 V6 with gasoline V6 3.0 L 184 HP engine (2001.11–2006.11)	0.34 in0.34 in8.75 mm

expand_moreCylinder head screws

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.


First stage	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Hexagon socket screws	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (maximum)


2.4 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 150 HP at 5600 RPM, 225 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2001.11–2006.11)	6.46 in6.46 in164.2 mm

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)


2.4 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 150 HP at 5600 RPM, 225 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2001.11–2006.11)	6.35 in6.35 in161.3 mm

expand_moreValve cover


All Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FE engines	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE engines	158.58 lbf⋅ft158.58 lbf⋅ft215 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FE engines	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


2.4 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 150 HP at 5600 RPM, 225 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2001.11–2006.11)	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m


Drive plate	61.22 lbf⋅ft61.22 lbf⋅ft83 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE engines

expand_moreBi-hexagon screws

Figure 3. Engine block, Main bearing, Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE, Bi-hexagon screws.


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreLateral-fitting screw


Third stage	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

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


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


3.0 V6 with gasoline V6 3.0 L 184 HP engine (2001.11–2006.11)	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE engines	92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FE engines	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FE engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


3.0 V6 with gasoline V6 3.0 L 184 HP engine (2001.11–2006.11)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


3.0 V6 with gasoline V6 3.0 L 184 HP engine (2001.11–2006.11)	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


3.0 V6 with gasoline V6 3.0 L 184 HP engine (2001.11–2006.11)	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE engines

expand_moreOil sump top part


M10	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
M12	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Oil sump lower part	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FE engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Knock sensor	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


2.4 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 150 HP at 5600 RPM, 225 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2001.11–2006.11)	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


3.0 V6 with gasoline V6 3.0 L 184 HP engine (2001.11–2006.11)	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE engines	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FE engines	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Toyota gasoline V6 3.0 L 1MZ-FE engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 2AZ-FE engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 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 Camry Sedan 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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