Toyota1992–1993Technical specifications

Corolla 1.3 12V: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.3-litre petrol (engine code 2E). 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 (2E) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Years
1992–1993
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
2E

Performance & efficiency

Power
55 kW (75 hp)
Engine size
1,294 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
9.5:1
Fuel system
Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
3.2 litres
All 128 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1294 (1280)
Compression ratio :19,5
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system TypeIIA
Ignition system DescriptionTrans-i
Trigger locationDistributor
Fuel system MakeAisan
Fuel system TypeH680
Fuel system DescriptionCarb-FJ
Diagnostic socketNo

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeDenso
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V11,0
Primary resistance Ohm1,20-1,50
Secondary resistance Ohm10200-13800
Distributor (ECM) MakeDenso
Distributor (ECM) No.11142
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) are 0,20 mm inlet and 0,20 mm exhaust, measured hot.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,20 hot
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,20 hot

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) 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 SJ/A1.

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

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

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

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.4 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.

Coolant

The total cooling-system capacity entries are 4.9 litres without a stated condition; 4.8 litres for AT.

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 SJ/A1
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A1
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres 3.2
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 75W-90
Manual transmission litres 2.4
Automatic transmission fluid Type Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 1.4
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 5.5
Cooling system - total capacity litres 4,9 AT=4,8
Brake fluid Type DOT 3
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres 0.8

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

The rear brake drums on the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) are replaced at a maximum diameter of 201 mm.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front—
Minimum disc thickness
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear201 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Minimum disc thickness
Disc runout Front0,09 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches5-8

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) is 5° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timingWithout vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm5/800

Battery

The Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) uses a 12 V, 50 Ah battery (reserve capacity 80 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/80 (50)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) uses NGK BPR6EY-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeBPR6EY-11
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeWR8DCX
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRN9YCC
Electrode gap mm1,0
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeBPR6EY-11
Electrode gap mm1,1

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advanceWithout vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm1-4/1550
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm16-19/3600
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm19-23/5600
Vacuum checkIgnition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine23-27
Vacuum starts mbar133
Vacuum ends mbar587
Idle speed rpm800
Idle speed - alternative rpmAT=850
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm/1600
Oil temperature °C80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO1,0-2,0
HC level at idle speed ppm300
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO213-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeDenso
Starter motor Type0,8 kW/1,0 kW
Minimum starting voltage V11,5
Maximum cranking amps A135-165
Alternator MakeNippon Denso
Alternator output A/V/rpm30/13,5/2000
Voltage regulator TypeIC
Regulated voltage V13,5-15,1

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar10,0-13,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm2,5-5,0/3000
Radiator cap bar0,74-1,02
Thermostat opens °C80-84
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm5-6,5/11-13

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar0,2-0,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) are tightened in 3 stages: 29 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsNo
Tighten29 Nm
Tighten49 Nm
Tighten90°
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 128 Nm
Main bearings Stage 257 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 120 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 239 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block8 Nm
Sump bolts8 Nm
Sump drain bolt25 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate83 Nm
Clutch pressure plate19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt152 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear50 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap14 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover7 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head19 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head47 Nm
Spark plugs18 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub216 Nm
Rear hub123 Nm
Steering track rod end49 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front80 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front34 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front88 Nm
ABS sensor Front8 Nm
ABS sensor Rear8 Nm
Road wheels103 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams750±50
Air conditioning oil TypeDens Oil 7
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³—

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V?

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V use?

The Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) uses NGK BPR6EY-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V take?

The Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) 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 SJ/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A1.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) are 0,20 mm inlet and 0,20 mm exhaust, measured hot.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) are tightened in 3 stages: 29 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 90°.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.3 12V (1992–1993) is 5° BTDC at 800 rpm.

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