Toyota1992–1996Technical specifications

Liteace 1.5: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.5-litre petrol (engine code 5K). 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 (5K) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Toyota
Model
Liteace
Years
1992–1996
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
5K

Performance & efficiency

Power
51 kW (69 hp)
Engine size
1,486 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHV
Compression ratio
9.3:1
Fuel system
Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
3.1 litres
All 122 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHV
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1486 (1476)
Compression ratio :19,3
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system TypeTSZ-i
Ignition system DescriptionTrans-i
Trigger locationDistributor
Fuel system MakeAisan
Fuel system DescriptionCarb-2V
Diagnostic socketNo

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeDenso
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V11,0
Primary resistance Ohm1,3-1,6
Secondary resistance Ohm7700-10400
Distributor (ECM) MakeDenso
Distributor (ECM) No.13090
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mmHydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mmHydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) takes 3.1 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.2 litres. The specified oil is SAE 80W-90.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 6.3 litres.

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/A2
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SG/A2
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SG/A2
Ambient temperature range Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SG/A2
Engine with filter(s) litres 3.1
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 80W-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 rear litres 1.25
Cooling system - total capacity litres 6.3
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 Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 256 mm.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front23 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear256 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front0,10 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches6-8

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) is 5°±2° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timingWith vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm5±2/800

Battery

The Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) uses a 12 V, 36 Ah battery (reserve capacity 60 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/60 (36)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) uses NGK BPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeBPR5EY
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeWR8DC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRN9YCC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeBPR5EY
Electrode gap mm0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advanceWithout vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm0-3/1700
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm12-15/3100
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm19-23/6000
Vacuum checkIgnition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine11-13
Vacuum starts mbar106
Vacuum ends mbar480
Idle speed rpm800±50
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm3600
Oil temperature °C80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO1,5±0,5
HC level at idle speed ppm300
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO213-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeDenso
Starter motor Type1,0 kW
Maximum cranking amps A97-119
Alternator MakeNippon Denso
Alternator Type50A
Alternator output A/V/rpm50/14/2000
Regulated voltage V13,8-14,8

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar9,3-12,4
Radiator cap bar0,74-1,03
Thermostat opens °C80-84
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm7-11

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar0,2-0,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then a final 53-65 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsNo
Tighten20 Nm
Tighten40 Nm
Tighten53-65 Nm
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 127-33 Nm
Main bearings Stage 253-65 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 120-25 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 239-51 Nm
Sump bolts5 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate54-66 Nm
Clutch pressure plate19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt75-101 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head25 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head25 Nm
Spark plugs15-21 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Steering track rod end59 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front88 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front36 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front104 Nm
Road wheels103 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors2
Air conditioning restrictor typeExpansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic couplingYes
Compressor variable displacement solenoidNo
Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams675±75
Refrigerant quantity
Air conditioning oil TypeDens Oil 6

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Liteace 1.5?

The firing order for the Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Liteace 1.5 use?

The Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) uses NGK BPR5EY spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Liteace 1.5 take?

The Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) takes 3.1 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Liteace 1.5?

Valve clearances on the Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Liteace 1.5?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then a final 53-65 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Liteace 1.5?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Liteace 1.5 (1992–1996) is 5°±2° BTDC at 800 rpm.

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