Toyota1971–1975Technical specifications

Corona 2.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code 18R-C). Covers engine, fluids, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (18R-C) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Toyota
Model
Corona
Years
1971–1975
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
18R-C

Performance & efficiency

Power
65 kW (88 hp)
Engine size
1,968 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
8.5:1
Fuel system
Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
5.0 litres
All 71 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1968 (1954)
Compression ratio :18,5
Suitable for unleaded petrolNo
Minimum octane rating RON94
Ignition system TypeSZ
Ignition system DescriptionCB
Fuel system MakeAisan
Fuel system Type34039/235
Fuel system DescriptionCarb-FJ

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeDenso
Ignition coil Type0 2024/25/46
Ballast resistance Ohm1,3-1,7
Primary resistance Ohm1,3-1,6
Distributor (ECM) MakeDenso
Distributor (ECM) No.19100/33013
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm0,4-0,5
Dwell angle °(%)50-65 (56-60)

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) are 0,18 mm inlet and 0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,18 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,33 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) 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

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.8 litres.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 8.2 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
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 1.8
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 6.4
Differential rear litres 1.2
Cooling system - total capacity litres 8.2

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) is 7° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timingWithout vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm7/800

Battery

The Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) uses a 12 V, 45 Ah battery (reserve capacity 65 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/65 (45)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) uses Denso W20EP spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentDenso
Spark plug TypeW20EP
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRN9YC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeBP6ES
Electrode gap mm0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advanceWithout vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm0/800-1200
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm18-22/3200
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm28-32/5600
Vacuum checkIgnition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine22-26
Vacuum starts mbar77
Vacuum ends mbar486
Idle speed rpm650
Idle speed - alternative rpmAT=800/N
Oil temperature °C60-80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO2,5-3,5

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeDenso
Starter motor Type12V/1,0 kW
Maximum cranking amps A122-149
Alternator MakeNippon Denso
Regulated voltage V13,8-14,8

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar11,0
Drive belt size - alternator mm9,5x850
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm8-13/10

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar0,2-0,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) are tightened in 2 stages: 100-120 Nm, then a final 75-85 Nm.

Cylinder head
Tighten100-120 Nm
Tighten75-85 Nm
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Stage 150-55 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2100-110 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 127-33 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 254-66 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate70-80 Nm
Spark plugs15-21 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Road wheels90-120 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Corona 2.0?

The firing order for the Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Corona 2.0 use?

The Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) uses Denso W20EP spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Corona 2.0 take?

The Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) 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 2.0?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) are 0,18 mm inlet and 0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.

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

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) are tightened in 2 stages: 100-120 Nm, then a final 75-85 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Corona 2.0?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Corona 2.0 (1971–1975) is 7° BTDC at 800 rpm.

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