Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity cc | 2982 |
Injection system
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Type | VE |
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Part No. | 22100-67040 |
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Part No. | 22100-67050 |
| Pump type | Rotary |
| Injector nozzle Make | Denso |
| Nozzle and holder assembly Part No. | DN0PD619 |
| Nozzle opening pressure - new/used bar | 148-156/147 |
| Leak rate (dribble) bar/secs | 138/10 |
Injection sequence
The injection sequence for the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) is 1-3-4-2.
| Injection sequence | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,20-0,30 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,25-0,35 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) takes 8.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 3.0 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90, with classification GL-4/5.
Transfer box
The transfer box has a listed capacity of 1.1 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90, with classification GL-4/5.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 11.0 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | -29°C➞10°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | CF/B1, B3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -18°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | CF/B1, B3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -12°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | CF/B2, B3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -7°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 20W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | CF/B2, B3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 8.0 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W-90 |
| Manual transmission oil classification | GL-4/5 |
| Manual transmission litres | 3.0 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 4.5 |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 10.3 |
| Differential oil grade - front SAE | 75W-90 |
| Differential oil classification - front | GL-5 |
| Differential front/AT litres | 1.9 |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 90W |
| Differential oil classification - rear | GL-5 |
| Differential rear litres | 2.2 |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | 75W-90 |
| Transfer box oil classification | GL-4/5 |
| Transfer box litres | 1.1 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 11.0 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Power steering fluid litres | 0.9 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 18 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 297 mm.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 18 mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 297 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,09 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 11-17 |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) uses a 12 V, 70 Ah battery (reserve capacity 110 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/110 (70) |
|---|
Tuning and emissions
| Plunger travel (pump) mm ABDC | 0,39-0,43 |
|---|---|
| Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC | — |
| Adjusting method Engine/Pump | Pointer/Dial gauge |
| Idle speed rpm | 700±50 |
| Rated no load speed rpm | 4470-4730 |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| Idle speed - for smoke test rpm | 650-750 |
| Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm | 4470-4730 |
| Maximum time at governed speed secs | 1,0 |
| Test mode A/B | B |
| Probe type 1/2 | 1 |
| Conditioning Accelerations/rpm | 3 |
| Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%) | 3,00 (73) |
| Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%) | 2,50 (66) |
Starting and charging
| Starter motor Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Starter motor Type | 2,2 kW |
| Maximum cranking amps A | 189-231 |
| Alternator Make | Denso |
| Alternator Type | 55A |
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 30/14,5/2000 |
| Regulated voltage V | 14,0-15,0 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 19,6-30,4 |
|---|---|
| Turbo boost pressure bar/rpm | 0,57-0,67/4600 |
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 2,5-6,0/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,74-1,03 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 80-84 |
| Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm | 8,0-12,0 |
Glow plugs
| Glow plug nominal rating V/A | 11,0/17 |
|---|---|
| Glow plug activation time secs | 5 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Tighten | 20 Nm |
| Tighten | 40 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 50 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 90° |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 29 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 90° |
| Sump bolts | 16 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 34 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 145 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 363 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 98 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 18 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 9 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 20 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 52 Nm |
| Injector/clamp | 54 Nm |
| Injector pipe unions | 15 Nm |
| Injector nozzle to holder | 37 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear | 64 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump flange | 21 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump mounting | 21 Nm |
| Glow plugs | 13 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 64 Nm |
| Road wheels | 103 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | — |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Dens Oil 8 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the injection sequence of the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo?
The injection sequence for the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo take?
The Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) takes 8.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
What are the valve clearances for the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo?
Valve clearances for the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo?
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo?
Brake discs on the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 18 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 297 mm.
What battery does the Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo use?
The Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 Turbo (1993–1996) uses a 12 V, 70 Ah battery (reserve capacity 110 minutes).