Toyota RAV4 3S-FE 2.0L L4 Engine 1996-1997

Description

Featuring an exact 1998cc displacement, this Toyota RAV4 3S-FE Remanufactured Engine features cast iron block casting 3S and twin-cam cylinder head architecture. Machinists line-hone main bearing tunnels and diamond-resurface block decks. Technicians must perform pressurized oil priming prior to initial cranking and execute an exact 500-mile break-in oil change to protect the camshaft scissor drive gears from premature wear.

Cast with heavy-duty iron block casting 3S marked above the bellhousing, this closed-deck assembly maintains exceptional bore roundness under load. The rotating foundation features a micro-polished forged steel crankshaft, forged connecting rods, and oversized hypereutectic pistons with anti-scuff skirt coatings. The DOHC 16-Valve aluminum cylinder head receives diamond deck resurfacing for head gasket retention. Net dry weight totals 250 lbs within crated dimensions of 36in length by 36in width by 36in height. Sump capacity measures 4.4 quarts.

Key Features of Toyota 3S-FE

Automotive repair facilities buy Toyota 3S-FE remanufactured engine long blocks to resolve high mileage blow-by and eliminate valvetrain noise. This long block replacement provides factory-matched machine shop tolerances for compact sport utility platforms.

• DOHC 16-Valve cylinder heads undergo CNC multi-angle valve seat cutting to maintain 0.001in runout.
• Diamond plateau honed cylinder walls establish an Ra 14 micro-inch crosshatch finish for ring seating.
• Camshaft scissor gears undergo pre-load calibration to eliminate gear lash rattle during cold engine idle.
• Micro-polished crankshaft journals eliminate runout to protect bi-metal bearings under continuous load.
• Align-honed cast iron main bearing saddles support smooth crankshaft rotation under heavy utility loads.
• Multi-layer composite cylinder head gaskets ensure combustion chamber seal integrity under elevated thermal load cycles.
• New high-grade cylinder head bolts supply uniform clamp loads across all 4 combustion bores.

Dyno Bench Clearance Machining Specifications

Dyno cell spin testing verifies mechanical oil gallery pressurization and power output prior to crate shipment. The 2.0L 1998cc DOHC engine produces 120 HP at 5,400 RPM and 125 ft-lbs of shaft torque at 4,400 RPM. Crankshaft main journal oil clearance holds between 0.0010in and 0.0014in, while connecting rod clearance measures 0.0011in to 0.0014in. Individual cylinder compression gauges verify 180 PSI across all 4 cylinders. Hot engine oil pressure maintains 55 PSI at 3,000 RPM with regulated coolant operating temperatures steady at 190°F.

Vehicle Fitment Drivetrain Guide

This engine fits February 1996 to September 1997 Toyota RAV4 models carrying VIN Code P with block casting 3S marked above the bellhousing. Compatible drivetrains include front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive paired with 5-Speed manual transaxles or 4-Speed automatic transmissions. This unit does not fit earlier 1989 to 1991 Camry 3S-FE platforms, sport-oriented 3S-GE Celica models, or turbocharged 3S-GTE All-Trac chassis due to crank trigger provisions, oil pump housings, and intake runner divergence.

Installation Protocol Service Requirements

Technicians must inspect distributor drive alignment or waste-spark crank sensor air gaps, check water pump gasket seating, and burp cooling air pockets during installation. Operational warnings restrict use in custom forced induction turbo conversions exceeding 6 PSI boost on stock compression pistons or off-road buggies lacking auxiliary oil cooling.

• Pre-fill the spin-on oil filter and prime the lubrication circuit with 10W-30 conventional motor oil.
• Drain initial break-in oil and install a replacement oil filter at the 500-mile service point.
• Check timing belt tracking and inspect front crankshaft seal dry surfaces at 1,500 miles.

Warranty Terms Core Return Policy

This long block carries our standard 3-Year Unlimited-Mile warranty for dependable highway road service. We provide free prepaid return freight shipping for your depleted rebuildable core engine within a standard 30-day window. The crated assembly contains the remanufactured long block, complete timing belt assembly, oil pan, and valve cover.