Toyota1989–1995Technical specifications

Hiace 2.4: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.4-litre petrol (engine code 2RZ-E). 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 (2RZ-E) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Hiace
Years: 1989–1995
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 2RZ-E

Performance & efficiency

Power: 88 kW (120 hp)
Engine size: 2,438 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: Toyota

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.1 litres

All 129 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	2438 (2421)
Compression ratio :1	8,8
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Type	TCCS
Ignition system Description	Map-i
Trigger location	Distributor
Fuel system Make	Toyota
Fuel system Type	TCCS
Fuel system Description	MFI-i
Air metering Type	MAP
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Denso
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	11,0
Primary resistance Ohm	0,40-0,50
Secondary resistance Ohm	10000-14000
Distributor (ECM) Make	Denso
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) 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 Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) takes 4.1 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 2.2 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.

Coolant

See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	➞10°C
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30 Semi-synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SJ/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range	-18°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30 Semi-synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SJ/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range	-12°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40 Semi-synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range	-12°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50 Semi-synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SJ/A2
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.1
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-90
Manual transmission litres	2.2
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	2.4
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	6.5
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	90W
Differential oil grade - rear
Differential oil classification - rear	GL-5
Differential rear litres	2.2
Cooling system - total capacity litres	9.0
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II/III
Power steering fluid litres	0.8

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 272 mm.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	23 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	272 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,12 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	—

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) is 5° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timing
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	5/800

Battery

The Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) uses a 12 V, 40 Ah battery (reserve capacity 60 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/60 (40)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) uses NGK BPR5EP-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5EP-11
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RN9YCC4
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5EP-11
Electrode gap mm	1,1

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing
Tuning conditions	—
View more information	—
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	800±50
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	12V 1,0 kW
Maximum cranking amps A	108-132
Alternator Make	Nippon Denso
Alternator Type	60A
Alternator output A/V/rpm	60/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,9-15,1

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	9,0-12,5
Oil pressure bar/rpm	2,4-4,9/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,75-1,05
Thermostat opens °C	80-84
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	7-8/8-12

Fuel system

System pressure bar	2,7-3,1
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	200-400/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm	280-360
Injector Ohm	13,4-14,2
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	5,1-6,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) are tightened in 4 stages: 22 Nm, then 44 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	22 Nm
Tighten	44 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	39 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	90°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	25 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°
Oil pump to cylinder block	10 Nm
Sump bolts	13 Nm
Sump drain bolt	25 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	88 Nm/74 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	245 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	74 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	16 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	5,4 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	21 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	49 Nm
Spark plugs	18 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	15 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Steering track rod end	67 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front	64 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	39 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	147 Nm
ABS sensor Front	8 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	8 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Air conditioning

Refrigerant quantity
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	R12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	850
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 6

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Hiace 2.4?

The firing order for the Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Hiace 2.4 use?

The Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) uses NGK BPR5EP-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Hiace 2.4 take?

The Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) takes 4.1 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 Hiace 2.4?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) 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 Hiace 2.4?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) are tightened in 4 stages: 22 Nm, then 44 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Hiace 2.4?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Hiace 2.4 (1989–1995) is 5° BTDC at 800 rpm.