Toyota2009–2013Technical specifications

Corolla 1.33 VVTi: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.33-litre petrol (engine code 1NR-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 (1NR-FE) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Corolla
Years: 2009–2013
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 1NR-FE

Performance & efficiency

Power: 74 kW (101 hp)
Engine size: 1,329 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Fuel system: Toyota

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 3.4 litres

All 128 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1329
Compression ratio :1	11,5
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Make	Toyota
Ignition system Description	Map-DI
Trigger location	Cam/Crankshaft
Fuel system Make	Toyota
Fuel system Description	MFI-s
Air metering Type	Mass
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	12,0

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	Hydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	Hydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) takes 3.4 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

See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Preferred engine oil
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	0W-20
Engine oil classification ILSAC	GF-4
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-20, 5W-30
Engine oil classification ILSAC	GF-4
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL
Ambient temperature range	-18°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification ILSAC	GF-4
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL
Ambient temperature range	-12°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL
Ambient temperature range	-7°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL
Engine with filter(s) litres	3.4
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W
Manual transmission oil classification	GL-4
Manual transmission litres	2.4
Auto shift manual (ASM) transmission oil grade SAE	75W
Auto shift manual (ASM) transmission oil classification	GL-4
Auto shift manual (ASM) transmission (drain & refill) litres	2.4
Auto shift manual (ASM) transmission
Coolant Type	Toyota SLLC
Coolant Colour	Pink
Cooling system - total capacity litres	4.7
Cooling system
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4
Brake/clutch fluid
Clutch fluid Type	DOT 3/4

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness
Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	23 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	8 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Minimum disc thickness
Disc runout Front	0,05 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	4-8

Service & electrical

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing
Tuning conditions	—
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Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10±2/650 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	650±50 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C	80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	0,2 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	2500-3000
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,2
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Maximum cranking amps A	90-110
Alternator output A/V/rpm	30/12,0/2000

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	9,0-12,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm	0,3 Min/600
Radiator cap bar	0,78-1,23
Thermostat opens °C	80-84

Fuel system

System pressure bar	3,0-3,4
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	2320-2590/20
Injector Ohm	11,6-12,4
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	11,0-16,0
Throttle motor Ohm	0,3-100

Spark plugs

Spark plugs Original equipment	Denso
Spark plug Type	SC20HR11
Electrode gap mm	1,0-1,1

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) are tightened in 4 stages: 16 Nm, then 32 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Maximum bolt length	128,2 mm
Tighten	16 Nm
Tighten	32 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
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Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	—
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Main bearings
Main bearings Stage 1	30 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	90°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	—
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Big end bearings
Big end bearings Stage 1	15 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°
Sump bolts	21 Nm
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Sump bolts
Sump drain bolt	30 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	78 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	128 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	54 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	—
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Various bolt types are used. Do not mix bolt types. Assemble components within 3 minutes and tighten bolts within 15 minutes. Do NOT start engine for 2 hours.
Camshaft/rocker cover	10 Nm
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Camshaft/rocker cover
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	24 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	32 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	43 Nm
Water pump	—
Water pump
Spark plugs	20 Nm
Fuel rail	28 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	10 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor	10 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	20 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	44 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)	21 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	15 Nm
Oil filter	40 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	216 Nm
Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts	96 Nm
Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts	90 Nm
Steering wheel	50 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting	138 Nm
Steering track rod end	49 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	30 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	107 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	30 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	57 Nm
ABS sensor Front	9 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Air conditioning

Oil quantity
No. of AC service connectors	2
Air conditioning restrictor type	Expansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling	No
Compressor variable displacement solenoid	Yes
Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	440±30
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 8
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	—
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi?

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) is 1-3-4-2.

How much oil does the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi take?

The Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) takes 3.4 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 Corolla 1.33 VVTi?

Valve clearances on the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) are tightened in 4 stages: 16 Nm, then 32 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi?

Brake discs on the Toyota Corolla 1.33 VVTi (2009–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.