Toyota's GR engine family is one of the most popular types of powertrains, found in SUVs and premium cars from the parent brand, as well as flagship vehicles under the Lexus brand. Such a wide distribution of motors speaks of the concern’s great hopes. One of the popular units of the family is the 2GR-FE engine, the production of which started in 2005.
Description
Unlike the 3.5 liter engine, the 3GR-FE has smaller diameter cylinders (87.5 mm versus 94 mm for the 2GR) and the cooling system is slightly modified. The 3GR engine uses two twin-shaft DOHC cylinder heads with a Dual-VVTi system, the camshafts are slightly modified. An ACIS manifold is installed at the inlet, distributed injection. A version with direct fuel injection D4, 3GR-FSE, was also produced. The compression ratio on this engine is increased to 11.5, the intake channels are modified, optimized pistons are used and different spark plugs are used. Overall, the 3GR is a smaller 2GR.
Engine model 2GR-FE
The 2GR-FE motor is the base for subsequent models of motors in this series. It is designed for vehicles with front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The main parameters on which the power and speed of the engine depend are the internal diameter of the cylinders of 94 mm and the piston stroke of 83 mm. In terms of power and torque, the engine at a crankshaft speed of 6200 rpm can vary from 266 to 289 hp. and from 332 to 353 Nm, respectively, which depends on the models and modifications of engines made for specific cars.
All models of the 2GR engine, including the FE, use the Dual VVT-i gas distribution system; torque is transmitted from the crankshaft to the intake camshafts through a chain and from them through short chains to the exhaust camshafts. The camshaft cams have concave bases; it is this design of the cams that makes it possible to increase the valve lift, which differs from the conventional gas distribution system used on the 1GR-FE engine. The 2GR-FE engine weighs (on average) 163 kg.
Application of 2GR-FE
Toyota:
- Avalon GSX 30, from 2004 to 2012, GSX 40, from 2012;
- Aurion GSV 40, from 2006 to 2012;
- RAV 4/Vangard GSA 33/38, from 2005 to 2012;
- Estima/Previa/Tarago GSR 50/55, since 2006;
- Camry GSV 40, from 2006 to 2011, GSV 50, from 2011;
- Sienna GSL 20/23/25/30/33/35, since 2006;
- Corolla E 140/E 150, from 2007 to 2014;
- Highlander/Kluger GSU 40/45, from 2007 to 2014;
- Blade GRE 156, from 2007 to 2012;
- Mark X Zio GGA 10, from 2007 to 2013;
- Alphard/Wellfire GGH 20/25, since 2008;
- Venza GGV 10/15, since 2008;
- Harrier GSU 30/31/35/36, from 2007 to 2009;
- Aurion, from 2007 to 2009
Lexus:
- ES 350 GSV 40, from 2006 to 2012, GSV 60, from 2012, GGL 10/15/16, from 2009, RX 350 from 2007 to 2009
Lotus:
- Evora, 280 l. s., 350 Nm, on Sport Pack models the cutoff is increased to 7000 rpm, since 2009, GTE 470 hp. pp., ∗S since 2011;
- ∗Eksidzh S, 2012, 345 l. s., 400 Nm.
∗Turbocharged.
Consumption and environmental friendliness
Fuel consumption greatly depends on the modification and configuration of the engine. For example, FXE is used as part of hybrid installations and operates on the Atkinson cycle, so its performance is much lower than that of its counterparts.
It is also worth noting that for environmental friendliness, EGR was also installed on the 2GR-FXE. This did not have a very good effect on the practicality and usability of the engine. However, there is no escape from environmental improvements in our time.
The engines are technologically advanced, and their performance efficiency is difficult to dispute when compared with other units of the same class.
Motor model 2GR-FXE
The 2GR-FXE engine model is a motor with a simulated Atkinson cycle, with its characteristic modified stroke duration, among which intake and compression are shorter, power stroke and exhaust are longer. It also has Variable Valve Timing (DVVT-i) and Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system.
Application of 2GR-FXE
Lexus:
- RX 450h GYL 10/15/16, (injector), 245 hp, 2010;
- GS 450h GWL 10, with D-4S (indirect and direct injection) 292 hp, 2012;
Toyota:
- Highlander Hybrid, without D-4S (injector) 245 hp, 2010;
- Crown Manjesta, 2013
DISADVANTAGES, BREAKDOWNS AND PROBLEMS OF TOYOTA 2GR-FSE
In the fifth cylinder of the internal combustion engine (only on 2GR-FSE) scuffing occurs due to design miscalculation
On runs over 100 thousand kilometers oil burns often begin
Rubber-metal oil line often cracks and leaks
There are extraneous noises when the internal combustion engine is running, especially from the VVT-i couplings
Lambda probes and AFS mixture sensor regularly fail
The manufacturer announced a recall due to defective valve springs
The reliability of the ignition coils and water pump is very poor
In addition, this engine does not tolerate severe frost quite well.
Increased abrasive wear of cylinder 5
Problems with it arise quite often. For diagnosis, it is enough to measure the compression. If it is below 10.0 atm, then a problem has appeared. It is necessary to take measures to eliminate it. As a rule, this is an engine repair. Of course, it is better not to bring the engine to this state. There is an opportunity for this. You just need to read the “Car Operating Instructions” very carefully and strictly follow its requirements.
Moreover, it is advisable to reduce some of the parameters recommended to her. For example, the air filter needs to be replaced 2 times more often than recommended. That is, every 10 thousand km. Why? It is enough to compare the quality of Japanese roads and ours and everything will become clear.
Exactly the same picture is with the so-called “consumables”. It is enough to replace the high-quality oil recommended by the manufacturer, and problems will soon arise. Saving on oil will have to fork out for repairs.
High oil consumption due to waste
For new engines it lies in the range of 200-300 g. per 1000 km. This is considered the norm for the 3GR FSE line. When it increases to 600-800 per 1000, then active measures have to be taken. In terms of oil consumption, perhaps one thing can be said - even Japanese engineers are not immune from mistakes.
Cylinder head gasket failure
The danger of breakdown of cylinder head gaskets and the possibility of warping of the heads themselves are associated with poor maintenance of the engine, especially its cooling system. Not every car enthusiast, when servicing the engine, removes the first radiator to flush the cavity between the radiators. But the main dirt collects there! Thus, even because of this “little thing” the engine does not receive sufficient cooling.
Thus, one conclusion can be drawn - timely and correct (in relation to our operating conditions) engine maintenance significantly increases its efficiency and reliability.
8GR
8GR-FXS
8GR-FXS
The 8GR-FXS
is a 3.5 L (3,456 cc) version. Bore and stroke is 94 mm × 83 mm (3.70 in × 3.27 in) with a compression ratio of 13.0:1. Used in Hybrid applications, and including on-demand Atkinson cycle, engine output is 295 hp (220 kW; 299 PS) at 6,600 RPM and 350 N⋅m (36 kg⋅m; 260 lb⋅ft) at 5,100 RPM. The 8GR-FXS uses a similar fuel setup to the 2GR-FKS, combining the D-4S system and the simulated on-demand Atkinson cycle used in the and engines. The intake camshafts are equipped with VVT-iW and the exhaust camshafts are equipped with VVT-i.
Applications (calendar years):
- 2017 (GWZ100)
- 2017 Lexus LS 500h (GVF50)
- 2018 Toyota Crown (GWS224)
Extending life... with maintenance
All maintenance issues for the Toyota 3GR FSE engine are covered in detail in specialized literature. But it is necessary to say a few words about the importance of this event.
Many car enthusiasts consider the 5th cylinder to be one of the problems with the engine. Thanks to this, already after 100 thousand km. mileage, there is a need for a major engine overhaul. Unfortunately it is so. But for some reason, not everyone thinks about the possibility of eliminating this trouble. But many, having skated more than 300 thousand, don’t even know where it is located!
Let's consider measures that extend the service life of the engine. First of all it is cleanliness. Especially cooling systems. Radiators, especially the space between them, clog easily. Thorough washing at least 2 times a year will permanently eliminate this problem. It must be remembered that the internal cavity of the entire cooling system is also prone to clogging. Once every 2 years, washing it is required.
The lubrication system requires special attention. There should be no deviations from the manufacturer’s requirements in this matter. Oils and filters must only be original. Otherwise, penny savings will lead to ruble costs.
And one more recommendation. Taking into account many difficult operating conditions (traffic jams, long cold periods, “non-European” quality of roads, etc.), it is necessary to reduce the maintenance time. Not necessarily in full, but filters and oil need to be changed earlier.
Thus, by performing only these considered measures, the service life of not only the 5th cylinder, but also the entire engine will increase several times.
GR2 File Types
GR2 Master File Association
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.GR2
| File format: | .gr2 |
| File type: | Divinity: Original Sin Game Data |
The GR2 file saves the game data of the role of fantasy cross-platform play video game; Divinity: The original Sin game.
| Creator: | Larian Studios |
| File Category: | Game files |
| Registry key: | HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.gr2 |
Software that opens Divinity: Original Sin Game Data:
Divinity: Original Sin, developed by Larian Studios
Compatible with:
| Windows |
| Mac |
| Linux |
| Playstation 3 System Software |
| Xbox 360 |
Other GR2 file associations
.GR2
| File format: | .gr2 |
| File type: | Granny 3D File |
GR2 file created in version 2 of Granny 3D, a program used to create 3D game models and animations. This file contains 3D textures, images and shapes.
| Creator: | RAD Game Tools |
| File Category: | Game files |
Programs that open Granny 3D File files:
Granny 3D, developer - RAD Game Tools
Compatible with:
| Windows |
| Mac |
| Linux |
.GR2
| File format: | .gr2 |
| File type: | Microsoft Windows Screen Driver |
GR2 File contains a display driver used in earlier versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows version 3.x.
| Creator: | Microsoft Corporation |
| File Category: | System files |
Programs that open Microsoft Windows Screen Driver files:
Microsoft Windows, developer - Microsoft Corporation
Compatible with:
| Windows |
Owner reviews
- So, now I will make my contribution to the repair of the 3GR-FSE motor. The reasons are banal: 120t.km. in Russia they killed the 5th cylinder. Compression is 13-13.5 everywhere, and in cylinder 5 before disassembly they measured 5 points. Oil burner - liter per 700 km. With the engine running, smoke poured out of the oil filler neck; after warming up, there was strong vibration in the body in D, jolts and kicks at the start of movement and when stopping, vibration at low speeds at 4-5-6 speeds
- I found myself in a very unpleasant situation... I was driving home from a neighboring town in the evening (70 km). I tried to drive quickly, I wanted to get there faster. The speed was 140-170 km. The temperature outside was: -20 degrees. In general, I rarely “drive”, around the city 60-80 km without sudden movements, maneuvers, etc. On the highway 120-140 km max. And halfway through the journey I felt that at 170 when my foot was on the gas pedal there was some kind of vibration/shaking of the car or engine. Then I drove more slowly, this effect still happened. Then at the first traffic light, when the speed and revolutions dropped to idle, the car began to shake quite a bit and when I pressed the gas the revolutions rose to 1500, then there was a strong sag, i.e. I press the pedal, but the revs stay the same, and then there is a sharp jerk and they rise higher. And at low speeds the car shook noticeably, but as the speed increased it was almost not felt. I got to the city, and when I was driving down the hill it showed that the oil level was low. I arrived and parked. In the morning (temperature outside: -14 degrees) I filled in 1.3 liters of oil (I always pour exclusively Lexus 5w40 oil, which I buy from our OD), waited 1.5 hours until it drained, measured the level - below the minimum by 3 mm (!) , poured in another 800 grams, waited the same time, measured it - it was in the middle between min and max. I started starting the car... I started it, it started somehow with one misfire, the revs rose and then they dropped the same way and the car stalled... I tried 3 times after a while, the same. Then I decided to try to catch the moment when it starts and apply gas and hold the pedal speed to warm up the engine. Not right away, but it worked, I kept it at 1500 like the car itself when warming up, gradually lowered it to 1000. The car warmed up, the engine began to run quietly, as if everything was fine, but when I released the pedal, the revolutions dropped to their 0.6, a little true floated to 0.7, 0.8 and after 10-15 seconds the car stalled. I tried to start it again, started it, also started holding the revs at 1000 with my foot and after 20 seconds the check engine light came up and there was an exclamation point in a circle next to it, I immediately turned off the car and didn’t start it again. We took the car on a tow truck to the OD. They said that “everything is clear, the engine is dead. They unscrewed one spark plug, it was all covered in oil and there was a lot of debris there, they blew it out with air... And smoke came from somewhere... It doesn’t idle because the internal combustion engine has no power” - these are the words of OD. At the same time, when the car was unloaded from the tow truck, it started up and was placed/parked under its own power in the box at the OD, but it was shaking at the same time...
3GR
3GR-FE
3GR-FE engine in the 2007 IS 300
The 3GR-FE
is a 3.0 L (2,994 cc) version with Dual VVT-i, designed for RWD longitudinal mounting. Bore is 87.5mm while stroke is shared with the 2GR at 83 mm, with a compression ratio of 10.5:1. Output is 170 kW (228 hp; 231 PS) at 6,400 RPM, and 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 RPM.
Applications (calendar years):
- 2003 Toyota Crown (GRS182) (China, Asia-Pacific ex. Japan)
- 2005 Toyota Reiz (GRX121) (China)
- 2005 Lexus GS 300 (GRS190) (Middle East, Asia-Pacific ex. Japan)
- 2007 Lexus IS 300 & IS 300 C (GSE22) (Middle East, Asia-Pacific ex. Japan)
- Hongqi HQ3
3GR-FSE
The 3GR-FSE
adds D-4 direct injection. The 3GR-FSE engine is rated at 256 PS (188 kW; 252 hp) at 6,200 RPM and 32 kg⋅m (314 N⋅m; 231 lb⋅ft) at 3,600 RPM.
Applications (calendar years):
- 2004 Toyota Mark X (GRX121) (Japan)
- 2003 Toyota Crown Royal & Athlete (GRS182/183) (Japan)
- 2005 Lexus GS 300 (GRS190/195) (Europe & North America)
- 2008 Toyota Crown Royal (GRS202/203) (Japan)
Supercharged
2006-2009 Toyota Mark X Supercharged 320 PS (235 kW; 316 hp)
1GR
1GR-FE
1GR-FE 4.0 L V6 from a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser
The 1GR-FE
is the 4.0 L (3,956 cc) version, designed for longitudinal mounting in RWD and 4WD pickup applications. It has a bore and a stroke of 94 mm × 95 mm (3.70 in × 3.74 in). Output is 236 hp (176 kW; 239 PS) at 5200 rpm with 266 lb⋅ft (361 N⋅m) of torque at 4000 rpm on 87 octane, and 240 hp (179 kW; 243 PS) at 5200 rpm with 278 lb ⋅ft (377 N⋅m) at 3700 rpm on 91 octane. This engine features Toyota's VVT-i, variable valve timing system on the intake cam and a compression ratio of 10.0:1. Service weight, including fluids, is 166 kg (366 lb).
An updated version of this engine features Dual VVT-i, increasing output to 270 hp (201 kW; 274 PS) at 5600 rpm and 278 lb⋅ft (377 N⋅m) at 4400 rpm on 87 octane and 285 hp (213 kW ; 289 PS) and 289 lb⋅ft (392 N⋅m) on 91 octane.[ citation needed
] Inside, the 1GR uses a “taper-squish” combustion chamber design with matching pistons to improve anti-knocking and engine performance, while also improving intake and fuel efficiency. Toyota adopted a siamese-type intake port, which reduces the surface area of the port walls and prevents fuel from adhering to such walls. This engine has special cast-iron cylinder liners cast into the block, which are a spiny type to improve adhesion between the liner and cylinder block. In the event of cylinder wall damage (scoring, deep protrusions, etc.), the entire cylinder block must be replaced. For increased block rigidity, the 1GR also receives a high temperature plastic insulator/protector, which fills the empty space between the outer portion of the cylinders and block material common to open deck engines. For increased cooling efficiency, the 1GR employs water passages between the bores of the engine. There are two such passages for each bank for a total of four. This reduces cylinder hot-spotting and keeps combustion chamber temperatures more uniform.
A bolt-on was available on the Tacoma and FJ Cruiser but has been discontinued by Toyota.
The new 2015 Toyota HiLux receives a slightly different version of the single VVT-i engine, with the only change being a removal of an air intake baffle tank being replaced by a conventional air filter housing to intake pipe to surge tank style. The new intake pipe now contains resonators. Power output is unchanged.
2016 Toyota HiLux V6 engine bay
Applications with VVT-i (calendar years):
- 2002-2009 Toyota 4Runner/Hilux Surf (GRN210/215)
- 2007-2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (GRJ200)
- 2002-2009 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (GRJ120/121/125)
- 2004–2015 Toyota Tacoma (GRN225/245/250/265/270)
- 2005-2015 Toyota Hilux (GGN10/20)
- 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra (GSK30)
- 2006-2009 Toyota Tundra (GSK50/51)
- 2005–2015 Toyota Fortuner (GGN50/60)
- 2006-2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (GSJ10/15)
- 2015–present Toyota Hilux
Applications with Dual VVT-i (calendar years):
- 2009–present Toyota 4Runner (GRN280/285)
- 2009–2017 Toyota FJ Cruiser
- 2011–2013 Toyota Tundra (GSK50/51)
- 2012–present Toyota Land Cruiser
- 2012–present Lexus GX 400 (GRJ150)
- 2014-present Toyota Land Cruiser 70
- 2015–present Toyota Fortuner
- 2009–present Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (GRJ150/150R/155)
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4GR
4GR-FSE
2004 Toyota 4GR-FSE engine.
The 4GR-FSE
is a 2.5 L (2,499 cc) version. Bore is 83 mm (3.27 in) while stroke is reduced to 77 mm (3.03 in) with a compression ratio of 12.0:1. Output is 203–215 PS (149–158 kW; 200–212 hp) at 6,400 RPM and 24.78–26.5 kg⋅m (243–260 N⋅m; 179–192 lb⋅ft) at 3,800 RPM. This version also features, variable valve timing on both the intake and exhaust cams and an improved D4 direct injection system.
Applications (calendar years):
- 2003 Toyota Crown Royal & Athlete (GRS180/181)(Japan)
- 2004 Toyota Mark X (GRX120/125) (Japan)
- 2005-2013 Lexus IS 250 (GSE20/25)
- 2008 Toyota Crown Royal & Athlete (GRS200/201) (Japan)
- 2009–present Toyota Mark X (GRX130/135) (Japan)
- 2009-2015 Lexus IS 250C (GSE20)
- 2012–2015 Lexus GS 250
- 2012–present Toyota Crown Royal (Japan)
- 2013–2015 Lexus IS 250 (GSE30/35)
GR2 File Summary
The GR2 file extension includes three main file types and can be opened with Divinity: Original Sin (developed by Larian Studios). In total, there are only three software(s) associated with this format. Most often they are of the Divinity: Original Sin Game Data format type.
The GR2 file extension is listed primarily in the Game Files category. In less common applications they may also refer to System Files.
You can view GR2 files using Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems. They are typically found on desktop computers (and some mobile devices) and allow you to view and sometimes edit these files.
The popularity rating of GR2 files is “Low”. This means they are not common on most devices.
