Toyota1989–1993Technical specifications

Hilux 1.8: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.8-litre petrol (engine code 2Y). 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 (2Y) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Hilux
Years: 1989–1993
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 2Y

Performance & efficiency

Power: 60 kW (82 hp)
Engine size: 1,812 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHV
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 3.5 litres

All 118 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHV
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1812 (1799)
Compression ratio :1	8,8
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Type	IIA
Ignition system Description	CB
Fuel system Make	Aisan
Fuel system Type	72270
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V
Diagnostic socket	No

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Denso
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	11,0
Primary resistance Ohm	1,3-1,6
Secondary resistance Ohm	10700-14500
Distributor (ECM) Make	Denso
Distributor (ECM) No.	71020
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	Hydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	Hydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) takes 3.5 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.4 litres. The specified oil is SAE 80W-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	Cold climate
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A1
Ambient temperature range	Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres	3.5
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	80W-90
Manual transmission litres	2.4
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	90W
Differential oil grade - rear
Differential oil classification - rear	GL-5
Differential rear litres	1.8
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.0
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres	0.8

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

The rear brake drums on the Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) are replaced at a maximum diameter of 256 mm.

Minimum disc thickness
Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	—
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	256 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Minimum disc thickness
Disc runout Front	0,09 mm
Maximum drum diameter
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	11-17

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) is 8° BTDC at 700 rpm.

Contact breaker
Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	8/700

Battery

The Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

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

Spark plugs

The Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) uses NGK BPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5EY
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RN9YCC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5EY
Electrode gap mm	0,8

Tuning and emissions

Contact breaker
Tuning conditions	—
Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	1-5/1800
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	13-17/3400
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	17-21/4900
Vacuum check	Ignition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine	17-21
Vacuum starts mbar	107
Vacuum ends mbar	440
Idle speed rpm	700
Idle speed - alternative rpm	PAS=800
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm	2600
Oil temperature °C	60
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	1,5±0,5
HC level at idle speed ppm	300
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	13-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Denso
Starter motor Type	12V 1 kW
Minimum starting voltage V	8
Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator Make	Nippon Denso
Alternator Type	12V 40A
Alternator output A/V/rpm	30/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,8-14,8

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	8,8-12,3
Oil pressure bar/rpm	2,5-4,9/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,75-1,05
Thermostat opens °C	80
Drive belt size - alternator mm	4PKx925
Drive belt size - PAS/AC mm	13x1050
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	7-8/7-9

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	0,2-0,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) are tightened in 3 stages: 30 Nm, then 60 Nm, then a final 88 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	30 Nm
Tighten	60 Nm
Tighten	88 Nm
Tighten	M12=19 Nm

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	39 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	78 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	25 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	49 Nm
Sump bolts	13 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	83 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	157 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	90 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	49 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	49 Nm
Spark plugs	18 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Steering track rod end	59 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front	64 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	—
Brake caliper to carrier
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	108 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	750±50
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 6

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Hilux 1.8?

The firing order for the Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Hilux 1.8 use?

The Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) uses NGK BPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Hilux 1.8 take?

The Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) takes 3.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A1.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Hilux 1.8?

Valve clearances on the Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Hilux 1.8?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) are tightened in 3 stages: 30 Nm, then 60 Nm, then a final 88 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Hilux 1.8?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Hilux 1.8 (1989–1993) is 8° BTDC at 700 rpm.