Toyota1983–1988Technical specifications

Hilux 2.0 4x4: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code 3Y). Covers engine, fluids, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (3Y) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Hilux
Years: 1983–1988
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 3Y

Performance & efficiency

Power: 65 kW (88 hp)
Engine size: 1,998 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHV
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.0 litres

All 81 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHV
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1998 (1984)
Compression ratio :1	8,8
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Type	SZ
Ignition system Description	CB
Fuel system Make	Aisan
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Denso
Ballast resistance Ohm	1,3-1,5
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	0,45
Dwell angle °(%)	50-54 (54-60)

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) 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 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) takes 4.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 3.9 litres.

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	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SE
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.0
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission litres	3.9
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	6.5
Differential front/AT litres	2.3
Differential oil classification - rear	GL-5
Differential oil grade - rear
Differential rear litres	2.2
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.4

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) is 8° BTDC at 850 rpm.

Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	8/850

Battery

The Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) uses a 12 V, 45 Ah battery (reserve capacity 65 minutes).

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

Spark plugs

The Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) 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

Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	1-4/1800
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	13-17/4300
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	17-20/4900
Vacuum check	Ignition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine	8-10
Vacuum starts mbar	106
Vacuum ends mbar	440
Idle speed rpm	650
Idle speed - alternative rpm	AT=750
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm	2600
Oil temperature °C	60-80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	1,0-2,0
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
Maximum cranking amps A	122-149
Alternator Make	Nippon Denso
Alternator output A/V/rpm	40/14/2500
Voltage regulator Type	IC
Regulated voltage V	13,8-14,8

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	9,0-12,5
Oil pressure bar/rpm	2,5-5,0/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,60-1,05
Thermostat opens °C	82
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	7-9

Fuel system

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

Tightening torques

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Stage 1	39 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	78 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 1	24 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	49 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	83/74 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	157 Nm
Spark plugs	18 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	44 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4?

The firing order for the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 use?

The Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) uses NGK BPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 take?

The Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) takes 4.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4?

Valve clearances on the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) is 8° BTDC at 850 rpm.

What battery does the Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 use?

The Toyota Hilux 2.0 4x4 (1983–1988) uses a 12 V, 45 Ah battery (reserve capacity 65 minutes).