Toyota1971–1978Technical specifications

Celica 1.6: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.6-litre petrol (engine code 2T-B). Covers engine, fluids, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (2T-B) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Celica
Years: 1971–1978
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 2T-B

Performance & efficiency

Power: 64 kW (87 hp)
Engine size: 1,588 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHV
Compression ratio: 9.4:1
Fuel system: Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 2.8 litres

All 76 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHV
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1588 (1577)
Compression ratio :1	9,4
Suitable for unleaded petrol	No
Minimum octane rating RON	98
Ignition system Type	SZ
Ignition system Description	CB
Fuel system Make	Aisan
Fuel system Type	21100
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Denso
Ignition coil Type	02014/02022
Primary resistance Ohm	3,3
Distributor (ECM) Make	Denso
Distributor (ECM) No.	26021/2/161
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,4-0,5
Dwell angle °(%)	50-54 (56-60)

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) are 0,20 mm inlet and 0,33 mm exhaust, measured hot.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,20 hot
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,33 hot

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) takes 2.8 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.7 litres.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 6.5 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	SF
Engine with filter(s) litres	2.8
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission litres	1.7
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	4.7
Differential rear litres	1.0
Cooling system - total capacity litres	6.5

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) is 12° BTDC at 700-850 rpm.

Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	12/700-850

Battery

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) uses a 12 V, 35 Ah battery (reserve capacity 60 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/60 (35)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) uses Bosch WR8DC spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	Bosch
Spark plug Type	WR8DC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	WR8DC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	N11YC
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5ES
Electrode gap mm	0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	12/2000
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	022=18/3600
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	22/4800
Vacuum range °Engine	18
Vacuum starts mbar	111
Vacuum ends mbar	346
Idle speed rpm	800
Idle speed - alternative rpm	AT=800/D
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm	2400-2600
Oil temperature °C	60-80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	1,0
HC level at idle speed ppm	500
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	13-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Denso
Starter motor Type	25012/31
Maximum cranking amps A	95-116
Alternator Make	Nippon Denso
Alternator output A/V/rpm	50/14/2500
Regulated voltage V	13,8-14,8

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	10,0-12,8
Drive belt size - alternator mm	9,5x864
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	8-12/10

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	0,2-0,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) is 72-88 Nm.

Cylinder head
Tighten	72-88 Nm

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Stage 1	36-44 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	72-88 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 1	20-25 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	40-50 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	58-66 Nm
Spark plugs	15-20 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Road wheels	90-120 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Celica 1.6?

The firing order for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Celica 1.6 use?

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) uses Bosch WR8DC spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Celica 1.6 take?

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) takes 2.8 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Celica 1.6?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) are 0,20 mm inlet and 0,33 mm exhaust, measured hot.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Celica 1.6?

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) is 72-88 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Celica 1.6?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1971–1978) is 12° BTDC at 700-850 rpm.