Toyota1985–1990Technical specifications

Starlet 1.3: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.3-litre petrol (engine code 2E). 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 (2E) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Starlet
Years: 1985–1990
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 2E

Performance & efficiency

Power: 55 kW (75 hp)
Engine size: 1,295 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 9.5:1
Fuel system: Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 3.2 litres

All 124 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1295 (1280)
Compression ratio :1	9,5
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Type	SZ
Ignition system Description	CB
Fuel system Make	Aisan
Fuel system Type	21100-11150
Fuel system Description	Carb-VV
Diagnostic socket	No

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Denso
Ignition coil Type	90919
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.	11030
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,45
Dwell angle °(%)	46-58 (51-64)

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) are 0,20 mm inlet and 0,20 mm exhaust, measured hot.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,20 hot
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,20 hot

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) takes 3.2 litres of engine oil with the filter.

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

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

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

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.4 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 4.6 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	SH/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SH/A1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SH/A2
Ambient temperature range	Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SH/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres	3.2
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-90
Manual transmission litres	2.4
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	2.2
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	5.6
Differential oil grade - front SAE	Dexron II
Differential front/AT litres	AT=1,4
Cooling system - total capacity litres	4.6

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 10 mm (solid) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 181 mm.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front	10 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	181 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	7-9

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) is 5° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	5/800

Battery

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) uses a 12 V, 45 Ah battery (reserve capacity 60 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/60 (45)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) uses NGK BPR6EY-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR6EY-11
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	WR8DCX
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RN9YCC4
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR6EY-11
Electrode gap mm	1,1

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	1-4/1500
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	17-20/3900
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	25-29/6000
Vacuum check	Ignition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine	28-32
Vacuum starts mbar	133
Vacuum ends mbar	573
Idle speed rpm	800±50
Idle speed - alternative rpm	AT=850±50
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm	3600±200
Oil temperature °C	60-80
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	1,0 kW
Minimum starting voltage V	11,5
Maximum cranking amps A	122-149
Alternator Make	Nippon Denso
Alternator Type	45A
Alternator output A/V/rpm	30/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,5-15,1

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	10,0-13,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm	2,5-5,0/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,75-1,05
Thermostat opens °C	80-84
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	5-6

Fuel system

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

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) are tightened in 3 stages: 29 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	29 Nm
Tighten	49 Nm
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	28 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	57 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	20 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	39 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block	7 Nm
Sump bolts	8 Nm
Sump drain bolt	25 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	83 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	98-147 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	50 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	14 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	7 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	19 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	42 Nm
Spark plugs	18 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	186 Nm
Steering track rod end	49 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	18 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	94 Nm
Road wheels	105 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	700±50

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Starlet 1.3?

The firing order for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Starlet 1.3 use?

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) uses NGK BPR6EY-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Starlet 1.3 take?

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) takes 3.2 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SH/A1.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Starlet 1.3?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) are 0,20 mm inlet and 0,20 mm exhaust, measured hot.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Starlet 1.3?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) are tightened in 3 stages: 29 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 90°.

What is the ignition timing for the Toyota Starlet 1.3?

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1985–1990) is 5° BTDC at 800 rpm.