Toyota1990–1994Technical specifications

Celica 1.6: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.6-litre petrol (engine code 4A-FE). 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 (4A-FE) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Celica
Years: 1990–1994
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 4A-FE

Performance & efficiency

Power: 77 kW (105 hp)
Engine size: 1,587 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 9.5:1
Fuel system: Toyota

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 3.2 litres

All 127 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1587 (1577)
Output - alternative kW (DIN hp) rpm	Kat=72 (98)
Compression ratio :1	9,5
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	MAP
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Denso
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	11,0
Primary resistance Ohm	1,28-1,56
Secondary resistance Ohm	10400-14000
Distributor (ECM) Make	Denso
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,20-0,30 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,15-0,25 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,20-0,30 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) takes 3.2 litres of engine oil with the filter.

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

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

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.7 litres. The specified oil is Dexron II.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 5.2 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	SG/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A1
Ambient temperature range	Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres	3.2
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	Dexron II
Manual transmission litres	2.7
Cooling system - total capacity litres	5.2
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres	0.9

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	20 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	0,07 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	4-7

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) is 10° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timing
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10/800

Battery

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

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

Spark plugs

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) uses NGK BCPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BCPR5EY
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	FR8DC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RC9YCC4
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BCPR5EY
Electrode gap mm	0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing
Tuning conditions	—
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Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	800
Oil temperature °C	60-80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	1,5±0,5
HC level at idle speed ppm	300
HC level at idle - alternative ppm	Kat=100
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	0,8kW
Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator Make	Nippon Denso
Alternator Type	70A
Alternator output A/V/rpm	30/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,9-15,1

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	9,8-13,2
Oil pressure bar/rpm	2,5-4,9/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,74-1,03
Thermostat opens °C	82
Drive belt size - alternator mm	5PK970
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	10-12

Fuel system

System pressure bar	2,3-2,7
Regulated pressure with vacuum bar	2,3-2,7
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	200-400/80
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	30,0-34,0

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then a final 60 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	20 Nm
Tighten	40 Nm
Tighten	60 Nm

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	30 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	60 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	25 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	49 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block	21 Nm
Sump bolts	5 Nm
Sump drain bolt	34 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	78 Nm/64 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	118 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	59 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	13 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	8 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	19 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	25 Nm
Spark plugs	18 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	186 Nm
Rear hub	123 Nm
Steering track rod end	49 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	107 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear	20 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	47 Nm
ABS sensor Front	8 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	8 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	750±50
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 6

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Celica 1.6?

The firing order for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Celica 1.6 use?

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) uses NGK BCPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Celica 1.6 take?

The Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) takes 3.2 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Celica 1.6?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,20-0,30 mm exhaust, measured cold.

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

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then a final 60 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Celica 1.6?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Celica 1.6 (1990–1994) is 10° BTDC at 800 rpm.