2007 Toyota Tacoma Bolt Sizes & Torque Specs

Lug nut torque is not verified for this summary. Review the cited evidence and exact hardware application before installation.

This page distinguishes source-backed fields, unresolved conflicts and unverified legacy records for the 2007 Toyota Tacoma. Match the exact hardware and manual conditions before maintenance. A source for one field does not verify the other specifications.

Toyota and Lexus wheel hardware is often consistent within a platform, but torque, thread and socket details still vary by chassis and model year. Use the exact record above and confirm against the wheel, hub and service manual before buying replacement lug nuts.

Common fastener categories on the 2007 Toyota Tacoma

Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
Brake caliper bracket, mounting, and slide/guide-pin bolts are different fasteners. Confirm the exact axle, application and service-manual specification before reassembly.
Engine oil drain plug torque and tool size when this vehicle has a verified drain-plug record
Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts where the database has exact records
Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
Spark plug torque only when a vehicle-specific spark-plug row is available
Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2007 model-year work: Always use a calibrated torque wrench for safety-critical fasteners, and replace lock washers and crush washers on every reassembly.

Tools you will need

Metric and SAE socket set (8mm-22mm plus 1/4"-7/8"), 6-point impact-rated
Calibrated torque wrench (10-150 ft-lbs covers most automotive jobs; add a 0-250 ft-lbs wrench for truck lug nuts)
Breaker bar (24" minimum) for initial loosening
Penetrating oil (PB Blaster or Kroil) for any fastener over 5 years old
Replacement washers, threadlocker, anti-seize, or dry-thread preparation only when the exact service procedure specifies them

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2007 Toyota Tacoma?

Specification not verified for this lug nut summary. Do not substitute another model year's value.

What socket size do I need for the 2007 Toyota Tacoma lug nuts?

Confirm the socket against the actual lug nut; no size is assumed here.

Are the 2007 Toyota Tacoma fasteners metric or SAE?

Metric and SAE hardware can both appear on one vehicle, depending on the component and exact application. Use the individually verified field and the actual fastener or service manual rather than inferring a standard from the model year, make or generation. Bolt-head markings can help identify the hardware at the bench.

Other Toyota Tacoma years

Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.

→ 2007 Toyota Tacoma oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2007 Toyota Tacoma suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2007 Toyota Tacoma engine & transmission mount torque specs

→ 2007 Toyota Tacoma brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

66 recorded 2007 Toyota Tacoma fasteners

Per-field evidence and legacy records for the 2007 Toyota Tacoma. A verified torque does not verify socket size, thread or part number. Unverified records are not installation instructions; conflicting specifications are withheld. 2 of the 66 records carry legacy review labels; those labels do not verify individual fields.

Wheels — 2007 Toyota Tacoma

Wheel fastener records and field evidence for the 2007 Toyota Tacoma. Lug Nut (All four wheels). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified.

Brakes — 2007 Toyota Tacoma

Brake fastener records and field evidence for the 2007 Toyota Tacoma. Brake Caliper Bolt (Caliper Bracket). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Wheel Lug Nut (Wheel Hub). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt (Brake System) (See also SUSPENSION section. Both front and rear ABS sensors = 71 in-lbs.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Brake Line Union Nut (All brake line fittings (flare nut). Use flare wrench to prevent rounding. Do NOT use open-end wrench.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Front caliper mounting/bracket bolts for Gen2 (2005-2015) and Gen3 (2016-2023). Two bolts per side. Confirmed for 4WD and 2WD.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Front Caliper Slide Pin Bolts (Sliding guide pin bolts (the smaller bolts, not the bracket bolts). Apply caliper grease/silicone lube to guide pins before installation.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Rear Drum Brake Backing Plate x Axle Housing (Backing plate (dust shield) bolt torque for drum brake rear axles. Gen1 FSM: 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm).). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified.

Engine — 2007 Toyota Tacoma

Engine fastener records and field evidence for the 2007 Toyota Tacoma. Oil Drain Plug (Oil Pan Drain Plug x No. 2 Oil Pan) (Use new crush washer each change. The 1GR has a lower secondary oil pan; drain plug is on this lower pan.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Valve Cover Bolts (Cylinder Head Cover x Cylinder Head) (RH and LH covers both same spec. Nut and bolt A slightly different; all other bolts = 80 in-lbs.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Applies to both intake (VVT-i actuator) and exhaust cam sprockets. CRITICAL: Use cam holding wrench. Do not allow cam to rotate. Same for No. 1 and No. 2 chain sprockets.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Engine Mounting Bracket Front x Cylinder Block (RH and LH) (Front engine mount brackets to block.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Exhaust Manifold x Cylinder Head (Both LH and RH manifolds = 15 ft-lbs. Use anti-seize on studs.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Valve Cover Bolt (Cylinder Head). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Spark Plug (5 plugs total (I4 engine). Access from top after removing single valve cover.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Engine Mounting Insulator Front x Body (Frame) (Front mount-to-frame.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Cylinder Head Bolts (12-Point Main Bolts) (CRITICAL: TTY (angle torque) method. Toyota FSM RM1005E specifies 36 Nm (27 ft-lbs) then Turn 180° (not 90° like 5VZ). Some sources split this as 90° + 90°. Shorter auxiliary bolts (14mm head): 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm) — no angle method. Always replace head bolts if reusing after angle torque.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Oil Drain Plug (Oil Pan). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Thermostat Housing / Water Inlet x Cylinder Head (Water by-pass joint = 7.4 ft-lbs. Water temperature sensor = 14 ft-lbs.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Cylinder Head Bolts (Main Bolts) (TTY 3-pass method. Same angle sequence as 5VZ-FE. 10 main bolts in this engine. Tighten in specified sequence (start from center, work outward).). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts (Per Toyota FSM: camshaft housing x cylinder head = 21 ft-lbs (28 Nm). Then bearing cap bolts on housing: 10mm head = 80 in-lbs; 12mm head = 12 ft-lbs final. Tighten uniformly in sequence.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Camshaft Timing Gear x Camshaft (Cam Sprocket Bolt) (VVT-i cam gear. Apply engine oil. Hold cam with wrench or SST.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Oil Filter Housing Cap (Engine Block). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Connecting Rod Bolt (Engine). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Timing Chain Cover x Cylinder Block (Main Bolts) (24 bolts and 2 nuts. Tighten uniformly in several steps. Housing bolts (4): 27 ft-lbs (37 Nm). Note: Uses timing chain, NOT timing belt.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Main Bearing Cap x Cylinder Block (Crankshaft Bearing Caps) (5 main bearing caps. After tightening, verify crankshaft rotates smoothly.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Water Pump x Timing Chain Cover (The 1GR-FE water pump mounts to the timing chain cover (internally driven by chain). Use new O-ring.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Drive Plate x Crankshaft (A/T Flexplate) (Apply Loctite. Tighten in star pattern in multiple passes.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Crankshaft Pulley x Crankshaft (Harmonic Balancer) (Same spec as 5VZ-FE. Use crankshaft holding tool. This is NOT a TTY bolt. Clean threads, apply engine oil to thread and underside of bolt head.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Thermostat / Water Inlet Housing (Thermostat housing bolts. Use new O-ring.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Engine Mount Bracket x Cylinder Block (Front RH and LH) (Front No. 1 engine mounting bracket to cylinder block (both sides).). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Oil Pan Bolts (Oil Pan x Cylinder Block) (Lower oil pan (No. 2): 80 in-lbs. Oil drain plug: 28 ft-lbs (38 Nm).). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Camshaft Bearing Cap x Cylinder Head (Tighten in sequence. 5 bearing caps. SOHC engine — single camshaft.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Connecting Rod Bolts (TTY plastic region bolts. Replace after removal. Apply engine oil to threads.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Throttle Body Bolts (Electronic throttle body (ETCS). Four bolts.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Timing Chain Tensioner (No. 1) x Cylinder Head RH (Primary chain tensioner (bank 1 / RH head). Reset tensioner before installing. No. 2 and No. 3 chain tensioners (secondary chains, LH bank) = 14 ft-lbs (19 Nm) each.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Valve Cover (Cylinder Head Cover x Cylinder Head) (19 bolts and 2 nuts. Tighten uniformly in multiple passes.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (16 main bolts in this spec. Additional 8 bolts (12mm head): 19 ft-lbs (26 Nm). After tightening, verify crankshaft rotates smoothly.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Cylinder Head Bolt (Engine). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Intake Manifold x Cylinder Head (Plastic intake manifold. Tighten in criss-cross pattern. Do not overtighten.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Also called OCV (Oil Control Valve). One per intake camshaft. Same spec for VVT sensor.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Crankshaft Pulley x Crankshaft (Slightly higher than V6 spec (192 vs 184 ft-lbs). Uses timing chain, not belt. Clean threads, apply engine oil.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified.

Drivetrain — 2007 Toyota Tacoma

Drivetrain fastener records and field evidence for the 2007 Toyota Tacoma. Differential Cover Bolt (Differential). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Four hub-to-knuckle bolts. Tighten in cross pattern. Note: Gen3 hub bolts = 91 ft-lbs per service data.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Updated spec for Gen2 — higher than Gen1. Use new cotter pin and adjust lock cap. Install cotter pin without reducing torque.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Rear differential cover bolts for Gen2 Tacoma 4.0L V6 (1GR-FE). Tighten in star pattern.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified.

Suspension — 2007 Toyota Tacoma

Suspension fastener records and field evidence for the 2007 Toyota Tacoma. Fastener (83 ft-lbs for ALL Gen1/2/3 Tacomas (1995–2023). Thread size: M12 x 1.5 for all years. Flat-seat washer-type lug nuts. 6-lug pattern on 4WD, 5-lug on some 2WD models. Tighten in star pattern. Note: Gen4 (2024+) changed to M14 x 1.5 at 103.5 ft-lbs.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Rear Leaf Spring Front Hanger Bolt x Frame (Front leaf spring eye bolt to hanger bracket. With suspension loaded at ride height.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Lower ball joint mount bolts (2 bolts attaching lower BJ to knuckle) = 118 ft-lbs. Confirmed for 2005-2015 4WD.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Gen2 lower control arm pivot bolts. Lower shock bolt: 101 ft-lbs.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (OEM U-bolt torque: 90 ft-lbs per adventuretaco.com OEM data. Some FSM versions cite 37 ft-lbs — that appears to be an early/outdated value. Use 90 ft-lbs with OEM U-bolts at ride height. Re-torque after 100 miles.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt (Front and rear ABS speed sensor bolts to steering knuckle/axle housing. Also sensor wire harness clamp bolts = same spec.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Upper suspension arm to frame bolts.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Leaf Spring U-Bolt (Leaf Spring). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Outer tie rod nut = 67 ft-lbs. Can advance up to additional 60° to align cotter pin. Applies Gen1 4WD (90 Nm = 67 ft-lbs), Gen2, and Gen3.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Tighten to 81 ft-lbs then advance up to additional 60° to align cotter pin slot — do not back off. Use new cotter pin.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Front Shock Absorber Lower Mount x Lower Control Arm (Gen1 and Gen2. Upper mount (shock to suspension support): 22 ft-lbs (Gen1 4WD). Gen3 lower shock = 61 ft-lbs; upper = 14 ft-lbs (strut top nut).). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. TRD Strut Brace Bolt (Strut Tower). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Fastener (Rear shackle pin nuts = 89 ft-lbs. Front hanger = 89 ft-lbs. Tighten at ride height.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified.

Body — 2007 Toyota Tacoma

Body fasteners on the 2007 Toyota Tacoma. TRD Skid Plate Bolt (Frame). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Bed Mounting Bolt (Frame Rail). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Bed Mount Bolts (Cargo Bed x Frame) (No specific FSM torque value. Per Toyota technician and forum data: 50–60 ft-lbs with anti-seize or blue Loctite. Gen2 and Gen3 share same bed mount design. 4 to 6 bed bolts per side. Check for corrosion on older trucks before removal.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Transfer Case Skid Plate Bolt (Frame). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Cab Mount Bolts (Body-to-Frame) (No explicit torque value found in Gen1/Gen2/Gen3 Toyota FSM. Community consensus and Toyota technician guidance: 50–60 ft-lbs with blue Loctite. Use anti-seize on threads to prevent corrosion bonding (especially Gen1 older trucks). Apply in a cross-pattern from center outward.). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified.

Transmission — 2007 Toyota Tacoma

Transmission fasteners on the 2007 Toyota Tacoma. Transmission Pan Bolt (Transmission Pan). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified. Transmission Drain Plug (Transmission Pan). Torque: not verified. Socket size: not verified. Thread: not verified. Part number: not verified.

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