Toyota1983–1985Technical specifications

Camry 1.8: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.8-litre petrol (engine code 1S). Covers engine, fluids, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (1S) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Toyota
Model
Camry
Years
1983–1985
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
1S

Performance & efficiency

Power
66 kW (90 hp)
Engine size
1,832 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
9.0:1
Fuel system
Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
4.0 litres
All 89 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1832 (1819)
Compression ratio :19,0
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON98/95
Ignition system TypeTSZ-i
Ignition system DescriptionTrans-i
Fuel system MakeAisan
Fuel system DescriptionCarb-2V

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeNippon Denso
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V12,0
Primary resistance Ohm1,2-1,5
Secondary resistance Ohm7700-10400
Distributor (ECM) MakeDenso
Distributor (ECM) No.63050
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mmHydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mmHydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) takes 4.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.6 litres. The specified oil is Dexron II.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.0 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SE
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-50
Engine with filter(s) litres 4.0
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE Dexron II
Manual transmission litres 2.6
Automatic transmission fluid Type Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 2.0
Differential oil grade - front SAE Dexron II
Differential front/AT litres AT=1,4
Cooling system - total capacity litres 7.0

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) is 10° BTDC at 650 rpm.

Ignition timingWithout vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm10/650
Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm95=8/650

Battery

The Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/90 (60)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) uses NGK BPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeBPR5EY
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeWR8DC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRN9YCC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeBPR5EY
Electrode gap mm0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advanceWithout vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm0-1/900
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm13-16/2600
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm22-24/6000
Vacuum checkIgnition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine17-19
Vacuum starts mbar106
Vacuum ends mbar426
Idle speed rpm600-750
Idle speed - alternative rpmAT=700-850/N
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm2800-3200
Oil temperature °C60-80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO1,0±0,5
HC level at idle speed ppm300
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO213-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeDenso
Starter motor Type12V 1,0-1,4 kW
Minimum starting voltage V11,0
Maximum cranking amps A162-198
Alternator MakeNippon Denso
Alternator Type70A
Alternator output A/V/rpm70/14/2500
Regulated voltage V13,5-14,3

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar9,0-12,5
Oil pressure bar/rpm2,5-5,0/3000
Radiator cap bar0,70-1,05
Thermostat opens °C80-84
Drive belt size - alternator mm5PKx1000

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar0,2-0,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) is 60-70 Nm.

Cylinder head
Tighten60-70 Nm
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Stage 127-32 Nm
Main bearings Stage 255-65 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 122-27 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 245-55 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate88-93 Nm/83 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt108 Nm
Spark plugs15-20 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub185 Nm
Rear hub120 Nm
Road wheels105 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Camry 1.8?

The firing order for the Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Camry 1.8 use?

The Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) uses NGK BPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Camry 1.8 take?

The Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) takes 4.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Camry 1.8?

Valve clearances on the Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Camry 1.8?

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) is 60-70 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Camry 1.8?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Camry 1.8 (1983–1985) is 10° BTDC at 650 rpm.

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