Toyota1991–1996Technical specifications

Camry 3.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 3-litre petrol (engine code 3VZ-FE). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (3VZ-FE) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Camry
Years: 1991–1996
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 3VZ-FE

Performance & efficiency

Power: 136 kW (185 hp)
Engine size: 2,959 cc
Cylinders: 6 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 9.6:1
Fuel system: Toyota

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.4 litres

All 135 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	6/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	2959
Compression ratio :1	9,6
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Make	Toyota
Ignition system Type	ESA
Ignition system Description	Map-i
Trigger location	Distributor
Fuel system Make	Toyota
Fuel system Type	EFI
Fuel system Description	MFI-i
Air metering Type	Flow
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	12,0
Primary resistance Ohm	0,2-0,3
Secondary resistance Ohm	6000-11000
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Firing order	1-2-3-4-5-6

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) are 0,13-0,23 mm inlet and 0,27-0,37 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,13-0,23 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,27-0,37 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) takes 4.4 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 4.2 litres. The specified oil is Dexron II.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 8.5 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Cold climate
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SH/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SH/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SH/A2
Ambient temperature range	Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SH/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.4
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	Dexron II
Manual transmission litres	4.2
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	2.5
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	5.9
Differential oil grade - front SAE	Dexron II
Differential front/AT litres	AT=0,8
Cooling system - total capacity litres	8.5
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres	0.8

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 26 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	26 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	9 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	171 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,05 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	5-8

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) is 10° BTDC at 700 rpm.

Ignition timing
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10/700

Battery

The Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) uses a 12 V, 80 Ah battery (reserve capacity 130 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/130 (80)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) uses NGK BCPR6EP-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BCPR6EP-11
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	FR6DP1X
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BCPR6EP-11
Electrode gap mm	1,1

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing
Tuning conditions	—
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Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	700±50 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C	80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	0,5 Max Not adjustable
HC level at idle speed ppm	100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	14,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm	2400-2600
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,98-1,02

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Denso
Starter motor Type	12V/1,4kW
Minimum starting voltage V	11,5
Maximum cranking amps A	216-264
Alternator Make	Nippon Denso
Alternator Type	80A
Alternator output A/V/rpm	80/14/2500
Regulated voltage V	13,5-14,3

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	10,0-12,5
Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,0-5,5/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,95-1,25
Thermostat opens °C	80-84
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	11-13,5

Fuel system

System pressure bar	2,7-3,1
Regulated pressure with vacuum bar	2,3-2,6
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	250-400/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm	140-180
Injector Ohm	13,8
Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm	10,0-30,0
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	5,1-6,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) are tightened in 3 stages: 34 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	34 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	61 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	90°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	25 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°
Oil pump to cylinder block	—
Oil pump to cylinder block
Sump bolts	5 Nm
Sump drain bolt	39 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	83 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	245 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	108 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	16 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	6 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	13 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	39 Nm
Spark plugs	18 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	294 Nm
Rear hub	123 Nm
Steering track rod end	49 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	34 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	107 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	23 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	47 Nm
Back plate to hub Rear	80 Nm
ABS sensor Front	8 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	8 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Air conditioning

Refrigerant type
No. of AC service connectors	2
Air conditioning restrictor type	Expansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling	Yes
Compressor variable displacement solenoid	No
Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	950±50
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 6

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Camry 3.0?

The firing order for the Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Camry 3.0 use?

The Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) uses NGK BCPR6EP-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Camry 3.0 take?

The Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) takes 4.4 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Camry 3.0?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) are 0,13-0,23 mm inlet and 0,27-0,37 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Camry 3.0?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) are tightened in 3 stages: 34 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Camry 3.0?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Camry 3.0 (1991–1996) is 10° BTDC at 700 rpm.