Toyota1992–1997Technical specifications

Corolla 1.6: Technical specifications

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

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Years
1992–1997
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
4A-F

Performance & efficiency

Power
78 kW (106 hp)
Engine size
1,587 cc
Cylinders
4 · DOHC

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
3.2 litres
All 92 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1587
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system TypeTSZ-i
Ignition system DescriptionTrans-i
Trigger locationDistributor
Diagnostic socketNo

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeDenso
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V12,0
Primary resistance Ohm1,3-1,5
Secondary resistance Ohm10200-13800
Distributor (ECM) MakeDenso
Distributor (ECM) No.16090
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,20-0,30 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,15-0,25 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,20-0,30 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) takes 3.2 litres of engine oil with the filter.

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.6 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90, with classification GL-3.

Coolant

The total cooling-system capacity entries are 5.6 litres without a stated condition; 5.5 litres for AT.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range -29°C➞10°C
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ
Ambient temperature range -18°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ
Ambient temperature range -12°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE 15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ
Ambient temperature range -12°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-40, 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ
Engine with filter(s) litres 3.2
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 75W-90
Manual transmission oil classification GL-3
Manual transmission litres 2.6
Automatic transmission fluid Type Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 3.1
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 7.2
Cooling system - total capacity litres 5,6 AT=5,5
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

The rear brake drums on the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) 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 1.6 (1992–1997) is 0° BTDC at 900 rpm.

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm0/900

Spark plugs

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) uses NGK BCPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeBCPR5EY
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeBCPR5EY
Electrode gap mm0,8

Tuning and emissions

Idle speed rpm800
Idle speed - alternative rpmAT (PAS)=900

Starting and charging

Alternator output A/V/rpm30/13,5/2000

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar10,0-13,5
Oil pressure bar/rpm2,5-5,0/3000

Fuel system

System pressure bar2,7-3,1
Regulated pressure with vacuum bar2,1-2,3
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C295/80

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then a final 60 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsNo
Tighten20 Nm
Tighten40 Nm
Tighten60 Nm
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 130 Nm
Main bearings Stage 260 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 125 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 249 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block21 Nm
Sump bolts5 Nm
Sump bolts
Flywheel/driveplate78 Nm/64 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear47 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap13 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head19 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head25 Nm
Water pump15 Nm
Spark plugs18 Nm
Fuel rail17 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub216 Nm
Rear hub123 Nm
Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts80 Nm
Steering wheel34 Nm
Steering track rod end49 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front—
Brake caliper to carrier
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front88 Nm
Road wheels103 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors2
Air conditioning restrictor typeExpansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic couplingYes
Compressor variable displacement solenoidNo
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 1.6?

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Corolla 1.6 use?

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) uses NGK BCPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Corolla 1.6 take?

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) takes 3.2 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 1.6?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) 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 Corolla 1.6?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then a final 60 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 (1992–1997) is 0° BTDC at 900 rpm.

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