Toyota1993–1997Technical specifications

Corolla 2.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre diesel (engine code 2C). 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 (2C) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Corolla
Years: 1993–1997
Fuel: Diesel
Engine code: 2C

Performance & efficiency

Power: 53 kW (72 hp)
Engine size: 1,975 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 22.5:1

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.7 litres

All 109 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity cc	1975
Compression ratio :1	22,5

Injection system

Fuel/injection pump assembly Make	Denso
Fuel/injection pump assembly Type	VE
Pump type	Rotary
Injector nozzle Make	Denso
Nozzle and holder assembly Part No.	DN0P D600
Nozzle opening pressure - new/used bar	147-157/137
Leak rate (dribble) bar/secs	127-137/10

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) is 1-3-4-2.

Injection sequence	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,20-0,30 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,25-0,35 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) takes 4.7 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.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.3 litres.

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	CF/B1, B3
Ambient temperature range	-18°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B1, B3
Ambient temperature range	-12°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2, B3
Ambient temperature range	-7°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2, B3
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.7
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-90
Manual transmission litres	2.6
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.3
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 2.0 (1993–1997) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	21 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	9 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	201 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,09 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	4-7

Service & electrical

Battery

The Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

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

Glow plugs

Glow plugs for the Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997): Beru 886 MJ, Bosch 0 250 202 052, Champion CH95 and Lucas/CAV HDS233.

Glow plug activation time secs	2-3
Glow plug - part no. Beru	886 MJ
Glow plug - part no. Bosch	0 250 202 052
Glow plug - part no. Champion	CH95
Glow plug - part no. Lucas/CAV	HDS233

Tuning and emissions

Plunger travel (pump) mm ABDC	0,55-0,61
Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC	—
Adjusting method Engine/Pump	Pointer/Dial gauge
Idle speed rpm	750-850
Idle speed - alternative rpm	AC=850-950
Rated no load speed rpm	5300-5400
Oil temperature °C	80
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm	750-850
Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm	5300-5400
Maximum time at governed speed secs	1,0
Test mode A/B	B
Probe type 1/2	1
Conditioning Accelerations/rpm	3
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)	2,50 (66)

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Denso
Starter motor Type	1,4/2,2 kW
Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator Make	Denso
Alternator Type	80A
Alternator output A/V/rpm	30/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,9-15,1

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	24,5-29,4
Oil pressure bar/rpm	2,4-5,9/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,74-1,03
Thermostat opens °C	80-84
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	12-14

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) are tightened in 3 stages: 44 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	44 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	—
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	35 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	64 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	88 Nm/83 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	196 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	88 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	18 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	7 Nm
Injector/clamp	64 Nm
Injector pipe unions	29 Nm
Injector nozzle to holder	37 Nm
Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear	47 Nm
Fuel/injection pump flange	18 Nm
Fuel/injection pump mounting	47 Nm
Glow plugs	13 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	216 Nm
Rear hub	123 Nm
Steering track rod end	49 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	25 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	94 Nm
Back plate to hub Rear	80 Nm
ABS sensor Front	7,8 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	7,8 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors	2
Air conditioning restrictor type	Expansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling	Yes
Compressor variable displacement solenoid	No
Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	700±50
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 9
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	100

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Toyota Corolla 2.0?

The injection sequence for the Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) is 1-3-4-2.

What glow plugs does the Toyota Corolla 2.0 use?

Glow plugs for the Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997): Beru 886 MJ, Bosch 0 250 202 052, Champion CH95 and Lucas/CAV HDS233.

How much oil does the Toyota Corolla 2.0 take?

The Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) takes 4.7 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 2.0?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Corolla 2.0?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) are tightened in 3 stages: 44 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota Corolla 2.0?

Brake discs on the Toyota Corolla 2.0 (1993–1997) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.