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Over its lifespan the Toyota Tundra has had engines utilizing either a timing chain or a timing belt. The 5.7L, 4.6L and 4.0L engines have timing chains while the 4.7L and 3.4L engines have timing belts. All but the 3.4L engine Tundras are interference engines.
For example, the 2021 Toyota Tundra 5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) option has a timing chain while the 2009 Toyota Tundra 4.7L V8 276 hp (2UZ-FE) option has a timing belt.
Model Years | Engine Option | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference |
---|---|---|---|
2007 - 2021 | 5.7L | timing chain | interference |
2010 - 2019 | 4.6L | timing chain | interference |
2005 - 2014 | 4.0L | timing chain | interference |
2000 - 2009 | 4.7L | timing belt | interference |
2000 - 2004 | 3.4L | timing belt | non-interference |
Scroll down for detailed information on your particular Toyota Tundra model year.
Check the belt or chain for other makes and models here.
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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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.
All 2021 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2020 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2019 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2018 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2017 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2016 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2015 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2014 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 276 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2013 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2012 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2011 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 270 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2010 Toyota Tundra engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 236 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2009 Toyota Tundra 4.0L and 5.7L engines have a timing chain while the 4.7L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 236 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.7L V8 276 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2008 Toyota Tundra 4.0L and 5.7L engines have a timing chain while the 4.7L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 236 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.7L V8 276 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2007 Toyota Tundra 4.0L and 5.7L engines have a timing chain while the 4.7L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 236 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.7L V8 276 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2006 Toyota Tundra 4.0L engines has a timing chain while the 4.7L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 236 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.7L V8 271 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
The 2005 Toyota Tundra 4.0L engines has a timing chain while the 4.7L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.0L V6 236 hp (1GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.7L V8 282 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
The 2004 Toyota Tundra 3.4L and 4.7L engines have timing belts. The 3.4L is a non-interference engine and the 4.7L is an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
3.4L V6 190 hp (5VZ-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k miles |
4.7L V8 245 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
The 2003 Toyota Tundra 3.4L and 4.7L engines have timing belts. The 3.4L is a non-interference engine and the 4.7L is an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
3.4L V6 190 hp (5VZ-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k miles |
4.7L V8 245 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
The 2002 Toyota Tundra 3.4L and 4.7L engines have timing belts. The 3.4L is a non-interference engine and the 4.7L is an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
3.4L V6 190 hp (5VZ-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k miles |
4.7L V8 245 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
The 2001 Toyota Tundra 3.4L and 4.7L engines have timing belts. The 3.4L is a non-interference engine and the 4.7L is an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
3.4L V6 190 hp (5VZ-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k miles |
4.7L V8 245 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
The 2000 Toyota Tundra 3.4L and 4.7L engines have timing belts. The 3.4L is a non-interference engine and the 4.7L is an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
3.4L V6 190 hp (5VZ-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k miles |
4.7L V8 245 hp (2UZ-FE) | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
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