Toyota1992–1994Technical specifications

Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 4.2-litre diesel (engine code 1HD-T). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (1HD-T) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Toyota
Model
Landcruiser Amazon
Years
1992–1994
Fuel
Diesel
Engine code
1HD-T

Performance & efficiency

Power
123 kW (167 hp)
Engine size
4,164 cc
Cylinders
6 · OHC
Compression ratio
18.6:1

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
9.3 litres
All 109 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type6/OHC
Capacity cc4164
Compression ratio :118,6

Injection system

Fuel/injection pump assembly MakeDenso
Fuel/injection pump assembly TypeVE
Pump typeRotary
Injector nozzle MakeDenso
Nozzle opening pressure - new/used bar1)129-135 2)176-186
Leak rate (dribble) bar/secs9,8-19,5/10

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) is 1-4-2-6-3-5.

Injection sequence1-4-2-6-3-5

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,35-0,45 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,15-0,25 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,35-0,45 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) takes 9.3 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

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

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

Manual gearbox

The specified manual gearbox oil is SAE 75W-90.

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

Coolant

The total cooling-system capacity entries are 11.1 litres without a stated condition; 10.9 litres for AT.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range Cold climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B2
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B2
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-50
Ambient temperature range Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B2
Engine with filter(s) litres 9.3
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 75W-90
Manual transmission litres 2,6/1,3
Automatic transmission fluid Type Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 6.0
Differential front/AT litres 2.8
Differential oil grade - rear SAE 80W-90
Differential rear litres 2.8
Cooling system - total capacity litres 11,1 AT=10,9
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 Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) front and 16 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front23 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear16 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear297 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front0,15 mm
Disc runout Rear0,09 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front1 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear1,5 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches7-9

Service & electrical

Battery

The Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) uses a 12 V, 80 Ah battery (reserve capacity 130 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/130 (80)

Glow plugs

Glow plugs for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994): Bosch 0 250 202 095 and NGK Y-532J.

Glow plug nominal rating V/A12,0
Glow plug activation time secs5,0
Glow plug - part no. Bosch0 250 202 095
Glow plug - part no. NGKY-532J

Tuning and emissions

Plunger travel (pump) mm ABDC1,29-1,35
Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC—
Adjusting method Engine/PumpPointer/Dial gauge
Idle speed rpm600-700
Idle speed - alternative rpmAT=750-850
Rated no load speed rpm4400
Oil temperature °C80
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm600-700 AT=750-850
Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm4350-4400
Maximum time at governed speed secs1,0
Test mode A/BB
Probe type 1/21
Conditioning Accelerations/rpm3
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)3,00 (73)
Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%)2,50 (66)

Starting and charging

Starter motor Type24V/4,5kW
Alternator Type55A
Alternator output A/V/rpm30/28/2000
Regulated voltage V27,7-28,7

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar25-35
Turbo boost pressure bar/rpm—
Oil pressure bar/rpm2,5/3000
Radiator cap bar0,73-1,02
Thermostat opens °C74-78
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm8-11

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) are tightened in 3 stages: 69 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Tighten69 Nm
Tighten90°
Tighten90°
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 1103 Nm
Main bearings Stage 290°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 137 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 290°
Oil pump to cylinder block20 Nm
Sump bolts10 Nm
Sump drain bolt25 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate127 Nm
Clutch pressure plate39 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt490 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear98 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap—
View more information—
Inlet manifold to cylinder head20 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head39 Nm
Water pump20 Nm
Injector/clamp39 Nm
Injector pipe unions25 Nm
Injector nozzle to holder34 Nm
Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear98 Nm
Fuel/injection pump flange18 Nm
Glow plugs13 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Steering wheel34 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting142 Nm
Steering track rod end91 Nm
Steering box drop arm177 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front74 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front123 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear88 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear103 Nm
Road wheels157 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams900±50
Air conditioning oil TypeDens Oil 6

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo?

The injection sequence for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) is 1-4-2-6-3-5.

What glow plugs does the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo use?

Glow plugs for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994): Bosch 0 250 202 095 and NGK Y-532J.

How much oil does the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo take?

The Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) takes 9.3 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for moderate climates. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,35-0,45 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) are tightened in 3 stages: 69 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo?

Brake discs on the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo (1992–1994) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) front and 16 mm rear.

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