Toyota1989–1997Technical specifications

Hilux 2.2 4x4: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.2-litre petrol (engine code 4Y-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 (4Y-E) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Hilux
Years: 1989–1997
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 4Y-E

Performance & efficiency

Power: 72 kW (98 hp)
Engine size: 2,237 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHV
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: Toyota

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.0 litres

All 123 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHV
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	2237 (2221)
Compression ratio :1	8,8
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Type	ESA
Ignition system Description	Map-i
Trigger location	Distributor
Fuel system Make	Toyota
Fuel system Type	TCCS
Fuel system Description	MFI-i
Air metering Type	Flow
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	0,4-0,5
Secondary resistance Ohm	7700-10400
Distributor (ECM) Make	Denso
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) 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 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) takes 4.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.

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

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

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

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

Manual gearbox

The specified manual gearbox oil is SAE 80W-90.

See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.

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	SF/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SF/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SF/A1
Ambient temperature range	Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SF/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.0
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	80W-90
Manual transmission litres	3,9+1,6
Differential front/AT litres	2.3
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	90W
Differential oil grade - rear
Differential oil classification - rear	GL-5
Differential rear litres	2.2
Coolant Type	Ethylene glycol
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.4
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 Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 18 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 297 mm.

Minimum disc thickness
Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	18 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	297 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Minimum disc thickness
Disc runout Front	0,09 mm
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 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) is 12° BTDC at 700 rpm.

Idle speed
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	12/700
Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm	AT=12/750

Battery

The Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

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

Spark plugs

The Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) 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	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5EP-11
Electrode gap mm	1,1

Tuning and emissions

Idle speed
Tuning conditions	—
View more information	—
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	700
Idle speed - alternative rpm	AT=750
Oil temperature °C	80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe (Cat) Vol. % CO	0,5 Max Not adjustable
CO level at idle speed - sample pipe Vol. % CO	0,5 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 1kW
Minimum starting voltage V	8
Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator Make	Nippon Denso
Alternator Type	12V 45A
Alternator output A/V/rpm	30/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,9-15,1

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	4PK925
Drive belt size - PAS/AC mm	13x1050
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	7-8/7-9

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	140-180
Injector Ohm	1,1-2,2
Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm	37,0-44,0
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	5,1-6,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) 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

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
Oil pump to cylinder block	18 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 wheel	34 Nm
Steering track rod end	90 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front	64 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	123 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4?

The firing order for the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 use?

The Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) uses NGK BPR5EP-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 take?

The Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) takes 4.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SF/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SF/A1.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4?

Valve clearances on the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) are tightened in 3 stages: 30 Nm, then 60 Nm, then a final 88 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Hilux 2.2 4x4 (1989–1997) is 12° BTDC at 700 rpm.