Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or Timing Chain (1984 - 2021)

The 1984 to 2021 model years of the Toyota 4Runner has both timing belts and timing chains. It has also had both interference and non-interference engines.

A combustion engine relies on either a timing belt or timing chain to maintain the proper timing and distance between its pistons and the intake valves and exhaust valves in the combustion chamber.

An old or damaged timing belt is prone to failure, which could lead to catastrophic engine damage and an expensive repair bill. A timing chain is less prone to failure but should still be inspected by a licensed mechanic once the engine has 60,000 or more miles.

It is generally recommended to change the timing belt starting at 60,000 miles, whereas a timing chain is usually good for the life of the vehicle.

Scroll down for the timing belt data for your particular Toyota 4Runner.

Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or Chain (2016 - 2021)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2021 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2020 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2019 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2018 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2017 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2016 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or Chain (2009 - 2015)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2015 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2014 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2013 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2012 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2011 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2010 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2009 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2009 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or Chain (2001 - 2008)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2008 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2008 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
2007 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2007 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
2006 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2006 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
2005 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2005 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
2004 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2004 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
2003 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2003 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
2002 3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
2001 3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or Chain (1994 - 2000)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2000 2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
2000 3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
1999 2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1999 3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
1998 2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1998 3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
1997 2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1997 3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
1996 2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1996 3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
1995 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1995 3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) timing belt non-interference 60k miles
1994 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1994 3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) timing belt non-interference 60k miles
Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or Chain (1987 - 1993)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
1993 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1993 3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) timing belt non-interference 60k miles
1992 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1992 3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) timing belt non-interference 60k miles
1991 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1991 3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) timing belt non-interference 60k miles
1990 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1990 3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) timing belt non-interference 60k miles
1989 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1989 3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) timing belt non-interference 60k miles
1988 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1988 2.4L 4 Cyl. Turbo 135 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1987 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1987 2.4L 4 Cyl. Turbo 135 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or Chain (1984 - 1986)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
1986 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1986 2.4L 4 Cyl. Turbo 135 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1985 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles
1984 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime miles

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Consult with the vehicle's owner's manual or a licensed mechanic to confirm the engine type in your car.

Timing belt replacements can be expensive, but if a timing belt fails it will leave you stranded on the road and could damage your engine beyond repair.

When replacing a timing belt, it is normal to replace the water pump and belt tensioner while they are easily accessible.