Toyota1984–1985Technical specifications

Camry 1.8 Turbo: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.8-litre diesel (engine code 1C-T). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

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

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Camry
Years: 1984–1985
Fuel: Diesel
Engine code: 1C-T

Performance & efficiency

Power: 59 kW (80 hp)
Engine size: 1,839 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 22.5:1

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.5 litres

All 82 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity cc	1839
Compression ratio :1	22,5

Injection system

Fuel/injection pump assembly Make	Denso
Fuel/injection pump assembly Type	VE
Injector nozzle Make	Denso
Nozzle opening pressure - new/used bar	155/135
Leak rate (dribble) bar/secs	135/10

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) is 1-3-4-2.

Injection sequence	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,20-0,30 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,25-0,35 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) takes 4.5 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 15W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.3 litres. The specified oil is Dexron II.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.5 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Cold climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40
Ambient temperature range	Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.5
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	Dexron II
Manual transmission litres	2.3
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	2.5
Differential oil grade - front SAE	Dexron II
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.5

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 201 mm.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	21 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	201 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	4-7

Service & electrical

Battery

The Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

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

Glow plugs

Glow plugs for the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985): Beru 886 MJ, Champion CH95 and Lucas/CAV HDS233.

Glow plug nominal rating V/A	7/8,5
Glow plug activation time secs	20 Max
Glow plug - part no. Beru	886 MJ
Glow plug - part no. Champion	CH95
Glow plug - part no. Lucas/CAV	HDS233

Tuning and emissions

Plunger travel (pump) mm ABDC	0,77-0,83
Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC	—
Adjusting method Engine/Pump	Pointer/Dial gauge
Idle speed rpm	750-850
Rated no load speed rpm	5050-5150
Oil temperature °C	80
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm	750-850
Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm	5000-5200
Maximum time at governed speed secs	1,0
Test mode A/B	B
Probe type 1/2	1
Conditioning Accelerations/rpm	3
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)	3,00 (73)
Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%)	2,50 (66)

Starting and charging

Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator output A/V/rpm	30/13,8/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,8-14,4

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	25,0-30,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm	2,5-6,0/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,75-1,05
Thermostat opens °C	80-84
Drive belt size - alternator mm	9,5x825
Drive belt size - PAS/AC mm	PV 1125/PV 1125
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	12-14/15-18
Drive belt size - AC mm	PVx1125

Tightening torques

Cylinder head
Cylinder head instructions	—
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Renew bolts	No
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	—
Sump bolts	7,4 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	88 Nm/74 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	98 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	18 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	47 Nm
Injector/clamp	64 Nm
Injector pipe unions	30 Nm
Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear	64 Nm
Glow plugs	13 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	185 Nm
Rear hub	120 Nm
Road wheels	105 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	700±50
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 6

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo?

The injection sequence for the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) is 1-3-4-2.

What glow plugs does the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo use?

Glow plugs for the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985): Beru 886 MJ, Champion CH95 and Lucas/CAV HDS233.

How much oil does the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo take?

The Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) takes 4.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 15W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo?

Brake discs on the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 201 mm.

What battery does the Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo use?

The Toyota Camry 1.8 Turbo (1984–1985) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).