Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or Timing Chain (1984 - 2023)

From the model year 1984 to 2023, the Toyota 4Runner has various engines with either a timing belt or a timing chain. It also has both interference and non-interference engines.

Scroll down to see specific data for your model year below.

The timing belt (or chain) maintains the proper synchronization between the various engine components in a combustion engine.

If the belt or chain stretches or breaks, it can lead to catastrophic engine damage.

Timing belts have a recommended replacement interval, while timing chains are generally rated for the engines lifetime, although they need to be inspected occasionally.

Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or Chain (1984 - 2023)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2023 4.0L V6 timing chain interference lifetime
2022 4.0L V6 timing chain interference lifetime
2021 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2020 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2019 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2018 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2017 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2016 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2015 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2014 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2013 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2012 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2011 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2010 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2009 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
2009 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2008 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
2008 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2007 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
2007 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2006 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
2006 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2005 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 100k miles
2005 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2004 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
2004 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
2003 4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
2003 4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
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
2000 3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) timing belt interference 90k miles
2000 2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) timing chain interference lifetime
1999 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
1998 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
1997 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
1996 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
1995 3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) timing belt non-interference 60k miles
1995 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime
1994 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
1993 3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) timing belt non-interference 60k miles
1993 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime
1992 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
1991 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
1990 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
1989 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
1988 2.4L 4 Cyl. Turbo 135 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime
1988 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime
1987 2.4L 4 Cyl. Turbo 135 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime
1987 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime
1986 2.4L 4 Cyl. Turbo 135 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime
1986 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime
1985 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime
1984 2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) timing chain interference lifetime

TimingBeltInfo.com is a website designed to quickly find the timing belt (or chain) information for your vehicle.

Understanding the timing system in your vehicle or a possible purchase can save you money and headaches in the long run.

When in doubt, always consult with a professional mechanic.

Also, you can consult the vehicle's owner's manual.