Toyota1987–1992Technical specifications

Corolla 1.6 GTi: Technical specifications

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

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Corolla
Years: 1987–1992
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 4A-GE

Performance & efficiency

Power: 85 kW (116 hp)
Engine size: 1,587 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Fuel system: Toyota

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 3.3 litres

All 128 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1587 (1577)
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Type	ESA
Ignition system Description	Map-i
Trigger location	Distributor
Fuel system Make	Toyota
Fuel system Type	TCCS
Fuel system Description	MFI-i
Air metering Type	Flow
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Nippon Denso
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	12,0
Primary resistance Ohm	0,41-0,50
Secondary resistance Ohm	10200-13800
Distributor (ECM) Make	Denso
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,20-0,30 mm exhaust, measured cold.

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

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) 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 2.6 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 6.0 litres.

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	2.6
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	2.5
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	5.5
Cooling system - total capacity litres	6.0
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres	0.8

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 16 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	16 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	8 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,15 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	5-6

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) is 10° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Idle speed - non-Cat
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10/800

Battery

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) 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 GTi (1987–1992) uses Bosch FR5DP1X spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BCPR6EY-11.90-=BKR6EYA
Electrode gap mm	1,1 1990-=0,8
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	FR5DP1X
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RC7YCC4
Electrode gap mm	1,0
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BCPR6EY-11.90-=BKR6EYA
Electrode gap mm	1,1

Tuning and emissions

Idle speed - non-Cat
Tuning conditions	—
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Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	800
Oil temperature °C	80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	0,5 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	2400-2600
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,98-1,02

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Denso
Starter motor Type	1,0 kW
Minimum starting voltage V	11,5
Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator Make	Nippon Denso
Alternator Type	70A
Alternator output A/V/rpm	30/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,9-15,1

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	12,6
Oil pressure bar/rpm	2,5-5,0/3000
Drive belt size - alternator mm	PV5x825
Drive belt size - PAS/AC mm	PV5x925
Drive belt size - AC mm	PV5x925

Fuel system

System pressure bar	2,3-2,8
Regulated pressure with vacuum bar	2,0
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	200-400/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm	140-180
Injector Ohm	13,8
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	5,1-6,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) are tightened in 3 stages: 29 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	29 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	30 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	60 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	25 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	49 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block	8 Nm
Sump bolts	8 Nm
Sump drain bolt	25 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	74 Nm/83 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	137 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	47 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	13 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	19 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	47 Nm
Spark plugs	18 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	186 Nm
Rear hub	123 Nm
Steering track rod end	49 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	25 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	88 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	24 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	47 Nm
ABS sensor Front	8 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	8 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	675±75
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 6

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi?

The firing order for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi use?

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) uses Bosch FR5DP1X spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi take?

The Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) 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 GTi?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) 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 GTi?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) are tightened in 3 stages: 29 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corolla 1.6 GTi (1987–1992) is 10° BTDC at 800 rpm.