Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHV |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1858 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 10 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | No |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 98 |
| Ignition system Type | SZ |
| Ignition system Description | CB |
| Fuel system Make | Aisan |
| Fuel system Description | Carb-FJ |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Primary resistance Ohm | 2,55-3,15 |
| Distributor (ECM) Make | Denso |
| Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm | 0,4-0,5 |
| Dwell angle °(%) | 50-54 (56-60) |
Firing order
The firing order for the Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) are 0,18 mm inlet and 0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,18 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,33 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) takes 5.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 15W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF.
Manual gearbox
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.4 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | Moderate climate |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SF |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 5.0 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission litres | 2/1,8 |
| Differential rear litres | 1.0 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 7.4 |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) uses a 12 V, 45 Ah battery (reserve capacity 65 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/65 (45) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) uses Denso W20EP spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Denso |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | W20EP |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,8 |
| Spark plugs Make | Champion |
| Spark plug Type | RN9YC |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,8 |
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition timing | Without vacuum |
|---|---|
| Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm | 15/650 |
| Ignition advance | Without vacuum and basic timing |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | 9-13/1600 |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | 22-26/5500 |
| Vacuum check | Ignition timing advances |
| Vacuum range °Engine | 11-15 |
| Vacuum starts mbar | 133 |
| Vacuum ends mbar | 400 |
| Idle speed rpm | 750-850 |
| Oil temperature °C | 60-80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 2,5-3,5 |
Starting and charging
| Starter motor Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Starter motor Type | 12V/1,0kW |
| Maximum cranking amps A | 122-149 |
| Alternator Make | Nippon Denso |
| Regulated voltage V | 13,8-14,8 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 12,5 |
|---|---|
| Drive belt size - alternator mm | 9,5x850 |
| Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm | 8-12/10 |
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 Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) is 100-120 Nm.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Tighten | 100-120 Nm |
| Other engine tightening torques | |
|---|---|
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 50-55 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 100-110 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 29-33 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 58-66 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 58-66 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 Corona 1.8?
The firing order for the Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) is 1-3-4-2.
What spark plugs does the Toyota Corona 1.8 use?
The Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) uses Denso W20EP spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Toyota Corona 1.8 take?
The Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) takes 5.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 15W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF.
What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Corona 1.8?
Valve clearances for the Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) are 0,18 mm inlet and 0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Corona 1.8?
The cylinder head bolt torque for the Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) is 100-120 Nm.
What battery does the Toyota Corona 1.8 use?
The Toyota Corona 1.8 (1969–1971) uses a 12 V, 45 Ah battery (reserve capacity 65 minutes).