Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1998 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,8 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Type | ESA |
| Ignition system Description | Map-i |
| Trigger location | Distributor |
| Fuel system Make | Toyota |
| Fuel system Type | TCCS |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-i |
| Air metering Type | Flow |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
| Primary resistance Ohm | 0,36-0,55 |
| Secondary resistance Ohm | 9000-15400 |
| Distributor (ECM) Make | Denso |
| Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm | 0,2-0,4 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) are 0,19-0,29 mm inlet and 0,28-0,38 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,19-0,29 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,28-0,38 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) takes 3.9 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
The total cooling-system capacity entries are 6.6 litres without a stated condition; 7.0 litres for AT.
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | -29°C➞10°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A1, A3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -18°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A1, A3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -12°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -12°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 20W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.9 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | — |
| Manual transmission oil grade | |
| Manual transmission oil classification | GL-3/4 |
| Manual transmission litres | 2.6 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 3.1 |
| Automatic transmission fluid - drain and refill | |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 8.0 |
| Automatic transmission fluid | |
| Coolant Type | Ethylene glycol |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 6,6 AT=7,0 |
| 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 Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) 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 | 201 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,05 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Rear | 0,15 mm |
| Maximum drum diameter | |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 4-7 |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) uses a 12 V, 40 Ah battery (reserve capacity 60 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/60 (40) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) uses Denso K20R-U11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Denso |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | K20R-U11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | BKR6EYA-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
Tuning and emissions
| Tuning conditions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Ignition timing | |
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 10/700±50 |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 700 |
| 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 | 0,0-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2300-2800 |
| 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 | 1,2 kW |
| Minimum starting voltage V | 11,5 |
| Maximum cranking amps A | 90 |
| Alternator Make | Nippon Denso |
| Voltage regulator Type | IC |
| Regulated voltage V | 13,5-15,0 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,3-12,8 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | — |
| Oil pressure | |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,75-1,05 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 80-84 |
| Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm | 13-17/10-13 |
| Drive belt tension - AC mm | 9-11 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 2,7-3,1 |
|---|---|
| Regulated pressure with vacuum bar | 2,1-2,6 |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 200-400/80 |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm | — |
| TDC/RPM sensors | |
| Injector Ohm | 13,4-14,2 |
| Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm | 19,3-22,3 |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm | 5,1-6,3 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) are tightened in 3 stages: 25 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | No |
| Tighten | 25 Nm |
| Tighten | 49 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 30 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 59 Nm |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Big end bearings | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 25 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 90° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 9 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 5 Nm |
| View more information | — |
| Assemble components within 5 minutes. | |
| Sump drain bolt | 39 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 88 Nm/83 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | |
| Clutch pressure plate | 19 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 108 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 54 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 19 Nm |
| View more information | — |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 44 Nm |
| View more information | — |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 19 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 49 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 43 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 18 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 13 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 44 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 44 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | — |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 216 Nm |
| Rear hub | 123 Nm |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 80 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 35 Nm |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 59 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 49 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 34 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 94 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 20 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
| 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 | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 950±50 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Dens Oil 8 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | — |
| Oil quantity | |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Toyota Carina E 2.0?
The firing order for the Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) is 1-3-4-2.
What spark plugs does the Toyota Carina E 2.0 use?
The Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) uses Denso K20R-U11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Toyota Carina E 2.0 take?
The Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) takes 3.9 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Carina E 2.0?
Valve clearances for the Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) are 0,19-0,29 mm inlet and 0,28-0,38 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Carina E 2.0?
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) are tightened in 3 stages: 25 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 90°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota Carina E 2.0?
Brake discs on the Toyota Carina E 2.0 (1992–1997) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 26 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.