Toyota1988–1991Technical specifications

Corolla 1.6 4x4: 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
1988–1991
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
4A-F

Performance & efficiency

Power
69 kW (94 hp)
Engine size
1,587 cc
Cylinders
4 · DOHC
Fuel system
Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
3.3 litres
All 124 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1587 (1577)
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95/91
Ignition system TypeTSZ-i
Ignition system DescriptionTrans-i
Trigger locationDistributor
Fuel system MakeAisan
Fuel system DescriptionCarb-2V
Diagnostic socketNo

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeNippon Denso
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 4x4 (1988–1991) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) 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 4x4 (1988–1991) takes 3.3 litres of engine oil with the filter.

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

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

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

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 5.0 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.

Coolant

The total cooling-system capacity entries are 5.2 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 Cold climate
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A1
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A1
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A2
Ambient temperature range Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres 3.3
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 75W-90
Manual transmission litres 5.0
Automatic transmission fluid Type ATF-F
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 3.1
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 8.2
Differential oil grade - rear SAE 85W, 90W
Differential rear litres 1.1
Cooling system - total capacity litres 5,2 AT=5,5

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 11 mm (solid) or 16 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 201 mm.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front11 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front16 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear201 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front0,09 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front1 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches4-7

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) is 10° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm10/800
Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm91=5/800

Battery

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

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

Spark plugs

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) uses NGK BCRE527Y spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeBCRE527Y
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeFR8HC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRC11LCC4
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeBCRE527Y
Electrode gap mm0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advanceWithout vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm0-3/1600
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm11-14/3000
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm19-23/6600
Vacuum checkIgnition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine13-17
Vacuum starts mbar133
Vacuum ends mbar560
Idle speed rpm800
Oil temperature °C60
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe (Cat) Vol. % CO0,5 Max
HC level at idle speed ppm100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO214,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,1-0,5

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeDenso
Starter motor Type0,8 kW
Minimum starting voltage V11,5
Maximum cranking amps A162-198
Alternator MakeNippon Denso
Alternator Type60A
Alternator output A/V/rpm30/14/2000
Regulated voltage V13,9-15,1

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar13,5
Oil pressure bar/rpm2,5-5,0/3000
Drive belt size - alternator mmPV5x975
Drive belt size - PAS/AC mmPV625/825
Drive belt size - AC mmPV4x825

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar0,2-0,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) 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 block8 Nm
Sump bolts8 Nm
Sump drain bolt25 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate78 Nm
Clutch pressure plate19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt118 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear47 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap13 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head19 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head47 Nm
Spark plugs18 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub186 Nm
Rear hub123 Nm
Steering track rod end49 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front25 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front88 Nm
Back plate to hub Rear80 Nm
ABS sensor Front8 Nm
ABS sensor Rear8 Nm
Road wheels103 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams650±50

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4?

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 use?

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) uses NGK BCRE527Y spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 take?

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) takes 3.3 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) 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 4x4?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) 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 4x4?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 4x4 (1988–1991) is 10° BTDC at 800 rpm.

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