Replacement head (OEM 11101-79266) for Toyota 3RZ-FE. Aluminum casting with hardened valve seats solves burnt exhaust valves and misfires. Global export
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Toyota cylinder head for 2.7L 3RZ-FE petrol engines.
Premium aluminum alloy, DOHC 16-valve configuration. Prevents compression loss caused by burnt exhaust valves. OEM: 11101-79266 | Cross ref: 11101-79276, 11101-79087.
Fits Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner, Hilux, Prado, and HiAce. In stock for wholesale export.
Despite its reputation for extreme longevity, a widely documented failure mode in high-mileage 3RZ engines is the development of a 3RZ burnt exhaust valves misfire. Over time, the exhaust valve clearances naturally tighten. If periodic 3RZ valve clearance adjustment is neglected, the exhaust valves fail to seat fully against the cylinder head, allowing superheated combustion gases to torch the valve edges. This leads to dramatic compression loss, rough idling, and overheating that warps the aluminum casting. Our aftermarket cylinder head resolves this exact vulnerability. Manufactured with upgraded, high-density aluminum alloy and pre-installed with induction-hardened valve seat inserts, this precision-milled replacement restores complete thermal integrity. It ensures optimal heat transfer away from the exhaust valves, acting as the definitive solution for any 4Runner 3RZ-FE head replacement performed by independent repair shops and engine rebuilders.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Application | Toyota 3RZ-FE (2,693 cc / 2.7L) |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) |
| Bore × Stroke | 95.0 mm × 95.0 mm (Square Engine) |
| Valve Configuration | DOHC, 16 Valves (Chain Driven) |
| Material | High-Grade Aluminum Alloy |
| Head Bolt Torque | 39 Nm, +90°, +90° |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Cross-Reference | 11101-79276, 11101-79087, 11101-79275, AMC 908107 |
| Engine Model | Fuel Type | Ref. OEM Number | Main Applications (Vehicles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1KD-FTV | Diesel | 11101-30050 11101-30030 | Hilux Vigo, Prado KDJ120/150, Fortuner, Hiace |
| 2KD-FTV | Diesel | 11101-30040 11101-30041 | Hilux Vigo, Hiace KDH200, Innova |
| 1KZ-TE | Diesel | 11101-69128 11101-69126 | Land Cruiser Prado KZJ90/95, Hilux Surf, Granvia |
| 1HZ | Diesel | 11101-17010 11101-17012 | Land Cruiser 70/80/105 Series, Coaster Bus |
| 2TR-FE | Petrol | 11101-75200 11101-0C040 | Prado TRJ120/150, Hilux, Fortuner, Tacoma |
| 3L | Diesel | 11101-54130 11101-54131 | Hilux LN106, Hiace LH113 (2.8L) |
| 5L | Diesel | 11101-54150 | Hilux LN167, Hiace LH172 (3.0L) |
| 22R / 22R-E | Petrol | 11101-35080 11101-35060 | Hilux, 4Runner, Celica (US Market) |
| 1HD-T / FT | Diesel | 11101-17042 11101-17020 | Land Cruiser HDJ80 / HDJ100 |
| 14B | Diesel | 11101-58040 | Dyna Truck, Coaster Bus (3.7L) |
| 15B / 15B-F | Diesel | 11101-58050 11101-58100 | Dyna Truck, Coaster Bus (4.1L) |
| 3B | Diesel | 11101-56034 (Old) 11101-58010 (New) | Land Cruiser BJ40/60/70, Dyna |
| 2L-II / 2L-T | Diesel | 11101-54111 11101-54121 | Hilux LN85, Surf, Prado LJ70 |
| 2L (Old) | Diesel | 11101-54050 11101-54062 | Hilux LN50, Hiace LH50 (Rocker Arm) |
| 2J | Diesel | 11101-20561 | Toyota Forklift (5FD Series) |
| 4Y | Petrol/LPG | 11101-73020 | Toyota Forklift (5FG/6FG), Hiace YH |
| 5K | Petrol | 11101-13062 | Toyota Forklift, Liteace, Townace |
| 2E | Petrol | 11101-19156 | Corolla, Starlet (1.3L) |
| 1TR-FE | Petrol | 11101-0C030 | Innova, Hiace (2.0L) |
| 1GD-FTV | Diesel | 11101-0E010 | Hilux Revo, Fortuner (2015+) |
| 2GD-FTV | Diesel | 11101-0E020 | Hilux Revo (2.4L) |
| 3RZ-FE | Petrol | 11101-79275 (8 Port) 11101-79087 (4 Port) | Prado RZJ90, Hilux, Tacoma |
| 1FZ-FE | Petrol | 11101-69155 | Land Cruiser FZJ80/105 (4.5L) |
| 1DZ-II | Diesel | 11101-78202 | Toyota Forklift (7FD/8FD) |
| 3C-TE | Diesel | 11101-64390 | Estima, Picnic, Camry |
| 1GR-FE | Petrol | 11101-39xxx | Prado GRJ120, FJ Cruiser (4.0 V6) |
| Make | Machine Model | Year Range | Engine | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota | Tacoma | 1995–2004 | 3RZ-FE (2.7L) | Mid-size Pickup Truck |
| Toyota | 4Runner (N180) | 1995–2002 | 3RZ-FE (2.7L) | Mid-size SUV |
| Toyota | Hilux (RZN149 / RZN169) | 1997–2004 | 3RZ-FE (2.7L) | Pickup Truck / 4×4 |
| Toyota | Land Cruiser Prado (RZJ90/95) | 1996–2004 | 3RZ-FE (2.7L) | Off-Road SUV |
| Toyota | HiAce (RZH100 series) | 1995–2003 | 3RZ-FE (2.7L) | Commuter Van / Panel Van |
The most common cause of compression loss and rough idle in the 2.7L 3RZ is a burnt exhaust valve. Unlike engines with hydraulic lifters, the 3RZ utilizes a solid shim-over-bucket valvetrain. Over tens of thousands of miles, the exhaust valves recess slightly into the aluminum cylinder head, which tightens the valve clearance to zero. Without proper valve lash, the valve never fully closes, allowing combustion fire to slip past and melt the edge of the valve. Replacing the cylinder head is often more cost-effective than repairing severely burnt seats.
According to the Toyota Factory Service Manual (FSM) and specifications confirmed by tunaracing.au, the head bolts must be installed in a spiral sequence starting from the center outward. The torque is applied in three stages: an initial pass to 39 Nm (29 ft·lb), followed by a 90-degree turn, and finishing with an additional 90-degree turn. Always replace the TTY (Torque-to-Yield) head bolts, as reusing stretched bolts will result in immediate head gasket failure.
The 2.4L 2RZ-FE and 2.7L 3RZ-FE share identical 95.0 mm cylinder bores; the primary displacement difference comes from the 3RZ’s longer stroke crankshaft (95.0 mm vs 86.0 mm). Consequently, the bare cylinder head castings (OEM 11101-79266) are identical and fully interchangeable between the 2RZ and 3RZ blocks. However, when ordering fully assembled heads, ensure the camshaft profiles match your specific engine ECU requirements.
Not inherently. The timing chain connects the crankshaft to the DOHC camshafts located in the cylinder head. However, if the primary timing chain stretches excessively or the plastic guides fail entirely, the chain can skip teeth. Being an interference engine, a skipped chain will cause the pistons to strike the open valves, severely damaging the cylinder head casting and necessitating a complete replacement.
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