Toyota1980–1983Technical specifications

Corolla 1.6: Technical specifications

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

Summary

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

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Corolla
Years: 1980–1983
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 2T

Performance & efficiency

Power: 55 kW (75 hp)
Engine size: 1,588 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHV
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel system: Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 3.8 litres

All 78 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHV
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1588 (1577)
Compression ratio :1	9,0
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Type	SZ
Ignition system Description	CB
Fuel system Make	Aisan
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Denso
Ballast resistance Ohm	1,3-1,7
Primary resistance Ohm	1,3-1,5
Secondary resistance Ohm	7200-9800
Distributor (ECM) Make	Denso
Distributor (ECM) No.	26310
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,45
Dwell angle °(%)	52 (58)

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) 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 Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) takes 3.8 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 15W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.7 litres.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 8.0 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SE
Engine with filter(s) litres	3.8
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission litres	1.7
Differential rear litres	1.3
Cooling system - total capacity litres	8.0

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) is 10° BTDC at 700 rpm.

Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10/700

Battery

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) uses a 12 V, 45 Ah battery (reserve capacity 60 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/60 (45)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) uses NGK BPR5EA-L spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5EA-L
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RN9YCC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5EAL
Electrode gap mm	0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	3-5/1750
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	11-13/2800
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	19-21/3000
Vacuum check	Ignition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine	25-27
Vacuum starts mbar	120
Vacuum ends mbar	372
Idle speed rpm	700
Idle speed - alternative rpm	AT=800/N
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm	2700
Oil temperature °C	60-80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	1,0±0,5
HC level at idle speed ppm	300
HC level at idle - alternative ppm	-1982=400
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	12V 0,8/1,0 kW
Minimum starting voltage V	11,0
Maximum cranking amps A	122-149
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	9,0-12,0
Radiator cap bar	0,75-1,05
Thermostat opens °C	88
Drive belt size - alternator mm	9,5x888
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	8-12

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 Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) is 85-95 Nm.

Cylinder head
Tighten	85-95 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
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	39-58 Nm
Spark plugs	15-21 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Road wheels	90-120 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Corolla 1.6?

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Corolla 1.6 use?

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) uses NGK BPR5EA-L spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Corolla 1.6 take?

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) takes 3.8 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 15W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) are 0,20 mm inlet and 0,33 mm exhaust, measured hot.

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

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) is 85-95 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1980–1983) is 10° BTDC at 700 rpm.