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Toyota 1KZ-TE engine factory workshop and repair manual download

Tools & consumables
- Basic hand tools: metric socket/ratchet set (incl. deep sockets), extensions, combination wrenches, breaker bar, screwdrivers, pliers, pry bar.
- Engine lifting/support: engine hoist or transmission jack, engine support bar (if leaving engine in car) and jack stands.
- Torque wrench (0–200 N·m range) and feel for step-torquing.
- Plastigage (for bearing clearance) and plastigage gauge chart.
- Inside micrometer or bore gauge, outside micrometer (0–100 mm), calipers.
- Piston ring compressor, piston stop or wooden handle, soft-face mallet.
- Dead blow or brass hammer, assembly lube (engine assembly grease), clean engine oil.
- Clean rags, solvent/degreaser, gasket scraper, shop vacuum.
- New rod bearings (upper/lower), new rod bolts/studs (recommended OEM), oil pan gasket, oil filter, engine oil, possible head gasket and timing belt components if removed.
- Thread locker (if specified by manual), anti-seize for studs (if required).
- Magnetic parts tray, paint marker or scribe for indexing rod caps, torque angle gauge if required by spec.
- Safety: eye protection, gloves, jack stands, drip pans.

Safety precautions (must-follow)
- Work on level ground, use quality jack stands; never rely on a jack alone.
- Disconnect negative battery terminal before major work.
- Support engine properly before removing mounts; use hoist or support bar.
- Drain coolant and oil into suitable containers; dispose properly.
- Wear eye protection and gloves; avoid inhaling solvent fumes.
- Keep work area clean and organized; mark/label parts and fasteners.

Overview (what you’ll do)
To service or replace connecting rods on the Toyota 1KZ-TE you will: drain fluids → remove accessories/turbo/manifolds/timing components → remove cylinder head (to push pistons out from top) or remove oil pan if accessing from bottom → remove rod caps, remove pistons/rods → inspect crank journals, measure clearances → replace bearings/bolts or rods as required → assemble with new bearings, torque to spec, confirm clearances and ring orientation → reinstall components, prime oiling system, and break-in.

Step-by-step procedure
1) Preparation
- Park level, chock rear wheels, disconnect battery.
- Drain engine oil and coolant. Remove intercooler/turbo piping to clear access to manifolds and cylinder head.
- Label wiring, fuel lines, vacuum lines, and removal order of hoses for reassembly.

2) Remove external components and timing
- Remove intake and exhaust manifolds, turbo (if necessary) and any intercooler plumbing restricting cylinder head removal.
- Remove valve cover and timing belt. Follow Toyota procedure for timing belt removal: set crank to TDC, mark timing positions, remove tensioner, camshaft timing belt. DO NOT rotate crank or cams separately after belt removal without following alignment marks.
- Remove fuel injectors and any lines that attach to the head as required for head removal.

3) Remove cylinder head
- Follow Toyota torque sequence in reverse to unbolt head; remove head and set aside on a clean surface.
- Remove gasket remnants; inspect head and block mating surfaces.

4) Remove oil pan & lower access (if necessary)
- If you prefer bottom access: remove oil pan and baffle to expose rod caps. If you removed head, you can push pistons upward to remove from top — this is often cleaner.

5) Mark rods & caps
- Before unbolting, mark each rod and cap with the cylinder number and orientation (use paint marker/scribe). Do NOT mix rod caps.

6) Removing rod caps & pistons
- Rotate crank so the piston is at bottom dead center (BDC) to ease cap removal.
- Remove rod cap bolts/nuts. Keep cap orientation with the rod.
- Carefully push the piston/rod assembly out of the bore upward if head removed, or allow piston to drop out of the bottom if removing from the bottom and engine is out of car. Use a wooden dowel or piston stop to avoid damaging journals.
- Support pistons to avoid scoring the bore.

7) Inspection & measurement
- Clean rod and cap mating surfaces; inspect for scoring, ovality, cracks, or bearing imprint patterns.
- Measure crank journal diameter with micrometer at multiple locations and compare to factory spec.
- Measure rod big-end inside diameter with an inside micrometer. Calculate bearing clearance: clearance = rod big-end ID – crank journal OD.
- Alternatively use Plastigage: place a strip across journal, install new bearing shell (or reposition old shell correctly), torque rod cap to spec, remove cap, measure flattened plastigage width and compare to chart.
- Check rod side clearance and rod small-end for wear.
- Check piston skirt and ring condition; replace piston rings if removed. Check cylinder bore for taper/out-of-round with bore gauge; hone or rebore if out of spec.

8) Decide replacements
- Replace rod bearings if wear or if out of spec. Always replace rod bolts/nuts (stretch bolts) with new OEM bolts—many Toyota engines specify replacing connecting rod bolts instead of reusing.
- If crank journals are scored beyond spec, journal reground or crank replacement required.
- Replace oil pan gasket, and any other gaskets disturbed (head gasket if head removed — strongly recommended new).

9) Assembly: how to install bearings/rods
- Clean all parts thoroughly; no dirt or debris.
- Insert lower bearing shell into rod cap and upper shell into rod (note oil hole alignment). Light film of oil not grease on bearing faces; apply assembly lube to bearing surface for initial run.
- If using new rod bolts, lightly oil the threads if manual specifies (some specify dry, check manual). For 1KZ-TE many Toyota procedures call for new rods bolts torque plus angle; consult factory manual. If no angle spec, use progressive torque in 2–3 steps to final torque.
- Use Plastigage to confirm clearance if you measured previously. How to use Plastigage: cut strip to length, place across journal, install cap and torque to final spec, remove cap, compare width of flattened plastigage to chart. Do not rotate journal while installed.
- After final confirmation, apply assembly lube to bearing surfaces and oil holes.

10) Install piston into bore (if assembling from top)
- Compress piston rings with ring compressor; apply a light coat of oil to rings and skirt.
- Insert piston/rod into cylinder with correct orientation (marking must face timing side or as stamped). Tap gently with soft-face mallet or wooden handle until ring compressor clears.
- Refit rod cap, aligning marks. Torque rod cap bolts to spec in correct sequence. If bolts require angle tightening, use torque-angle gauge and new bolts per Toyota spec.
- After torquing, rotate crank by hand two full revolutions and re-check torque.

11) Reassembly & finishing
- Reinstall oil pan with new gasket, torque pan bolts to spec.
- Reinstall timing belt system: new belt is recommended any time head or timing components removed. Set timing marks correctly and torque tensioner per manual.
- Reinstall manifolds, turbo, intake plumbing, injectors lines, valve cover, and all disconnected items. Replace oil filter and add fresh oil.
- Prime oiling system before first start: disable fuel and crank engine a few revolutions to build oil pressure (or use priming method per Toyota).
- Start engine and monitor for noises, leaks. After initial run, re-torque accessible bolts as recommended and change oil/filter after 50–100 mi (80–160 km) due to assembly debris.

Common pitfalls & how to avoid them
- Mixing up rod cap orientation/cylinder numbers: always mark and keep caps with corresponding rod.
- Reusing rod bolts: many Toyota rod bolts are torque-to-yield/stretch bolts and must be replaced. Reuse risks failure.
- Skipping measurement: never assume bearings/journals are within spec. Use micrometer/plastigage.
- Over/under-torquing: use calibrated torque wrench and follow step-torque procedure; some bolts require angle torque.
- Contamination: dirt or metal flakes → instant bearing failure. Cleanliness is critical.
- Not priming oiling system: leads to immediate bearing damage on first start.
- Not checking crank journals or cylinder bores: worn journals or bored cylinders require machine work; do not assemble with substandard surfaces.
- Incorrect ring orientation or missing piston locks: check piston markings and ring gaps orientation.
- Forgetting to replace timing belt or tensioner when removing head: recommended to replace.

Replacement parts typically required
- Rod bearings (upper & lower) — replace whenever you open rods.
- Rod bolts/nuts — recommended replacement (OEM).
- Oil pan gasket, head gasket (if head removed), timing belt & tensioner components (recommended), oil filter, engine oil.
- Potentially crankshaft (if journal damage), connecting rods (if bent/cracked), pistons or piston rings (if worn).

Notes on specs
- Exact torque values, torque-angle procedures, and bearing clearance specifications are engine-specific. For the Toyota 1KZ-TE you must verify final torque and clearance values in the Toyota factory service manual or a reputable repair manual before final torque/assembly. Use those exact numbers when torquing and checking clearances.

Final checks
- Verify free rotation of crank by hand after assembly.
- Confirm oil pressure with gauge after start.
- Recheck for leaks and abnormal noises; re-torque as recommended after warm-up.
- Change oil & filter after the initial break-in run and again per break-in schedule.

You now have the complete technician procedure for removing, inspecting, replacing, and installing connecting rods on a Toyota 1KZ-TE. Follow factory torque/clearance specs exactly and maintain strict cleanliness and safety.
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