From 2010 to 2023 all Toyota 4Runner models have a timing chain and an interference engine. From 2003 to 2009 the 4.0L 4Runner models have timing chains and interference engines while the 4.7L has a timing belt and interference engine.
From 1984 to 2002 all 4 cylinder 4Runners have timing chains and interference engines while the V6 models have timing belts and non-interference engines.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Toyota 4Runner.
Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainYear | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
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2010 - 2023 | All | Timing Chain | Interference |
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2003 - 2009 | 4.0L | Timing Chain | Interference |
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2003 - 2009 | 4.7L | Timing Belt | Interference |
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1989 - 2002 | V6 | Timing Belt | Non-Interference |
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1984 - 2000 | 4 cylinder | Timing Chain | Interference |
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Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather
conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
2023 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2023 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2023 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2022 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2022 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2022 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2021 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2021 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2021 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2020 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2020 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2020 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro2019 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2019 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2019 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2018 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2018 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2018 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2017 Toyota 4Runner2017 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2017 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2017 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2016 Toyota 4Runner2016 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2016 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2016 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2015 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2015 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2015 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2014 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2014 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2014 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2013 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2013 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2013 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2012 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2012 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2012 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2011 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2011 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2011 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2010 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2010 Toyota 4Runners have timing chains and are interference engines.
2010 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2009 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4.0L model of the 2009 Toyota 4Runner has a timing chain and an interference engine while the 4.7L model has a timing belt and has an interference engine.
2009 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Interference | 100k |
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2008 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4.0L model of the 2008 Toyota 4Runner has a timing chain and an interference engine while the 4.7L model has a timing belt and has an interference engine.
2008 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Interference | 100k |
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2007 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4.0L model of the 2007 Toyota 4Runner has a timing chain and an interference engine while the 4.7L model has a timing belt and has an interference engine.
2007 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Interference | 100k |
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2006 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4.0L model of the 2006 Toyota 4Runner has a timing chain and an interference engine while the 4.7L model has a timing belt and has an interference engine.
2006 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Interference | 100k |
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2005 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4.0L model of the 2005 Toyota 4Runner has a timing chain and an interference engine while the 4.7L model has a timing belt and has an interference engine.
2005 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Interference | 100k |
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2004 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4.0L model of the 2004 Toyota 4Runner has a timing chain and an interference engine while the 4.7L model has a timing belt and has an interference engine.
2004 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2003 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4.0L model of the 2003 Toyota 4Runner has a timing chain and an interference engine while the 4.7L model has a timing belt and has an interference engine.
2003 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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4.7L V6 268 hp (2UZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2002 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2002 Toyota 4Runner has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
2002 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
2001 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2001 Toyota 4Runner has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
2001 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
2000 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 2000 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
2000 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1999 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1999 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1999 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1998 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1998 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1998 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1997 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1997 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1997 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1996 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1996 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1996 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.4L V6 183 hp (5VZ-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
2.7L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (3RZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1995 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1995 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1995 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1994 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1994 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1994 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1993 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1993 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1993 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1992 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1992 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1992 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1991 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1991 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1991 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1990 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1990 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1990 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1989 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 4 cylinder 1989 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine while the V6 model has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1989 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.0L V6 150 hp (3VZ-E) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1988 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 1988 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine.
1988 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. Turbo 135 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1987 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 1987 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine.
1987 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. Turbo 135 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1986 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 1986 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine.
1986 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. Turbo 135 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1985 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 1985 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine.
1985 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1984 Toyota 4Runner - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 1984 Toyota 4Runner model has a timing chain and interference engine.
1984 Toyota 4Runner Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. 116 hp (22R-E) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
Toyota 4Runner TRD
Timing Belt Basics
The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to
maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt
failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should
be routinely inspected.
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