Toyota1996–1999Technical specifications

Starlet 1.3: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.3-litre petrol (engine code 4E-FE). 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 (4E-FE) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Toyota
Model
Starlet
Years
1996–1999
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
4E-FE

Performance & efficiency

Power
65 kW (88 hp)
Engine size
1,332 cc
Cylinders
4 · DOHC
Compression ratio
9.6:1
Fuel system
Toyota

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
2.8-3.2 litres
All 133 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1332
Compression ratio :19,6
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system MakeToyota
Ignition system TypeIIA
Ignition system DescriptionMap-i
Trigger locationDistributor
Fuel system MakeToyota
Fuel system TypeTCCS
Fuel system DescriptionMFI-i
Air metering TypeMAP
Combined ignition and fuel ECMYes
Diagnostic socketYes

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeToyota
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V11,0
Primary resistance Ohm1,11-1,75
Secondary resistance Ohm9,0-15,7
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm0,2-0,4

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,31-0,41 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,15-0,25 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,31-0,41 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) takes 2.8-3.2 litres of engine oil with the filter.

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.9 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.

Coolant

The total cooling-system capacity entries are 4.4 litres without a stated condition; 4.8 litres for AT.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range -29°C➞10°C
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A1
Ambient temperature range -18°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A1
Ambient temperature range -12°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE 15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A2
Ambient temperature range -12°C➞38°C
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A2
Engine with filter(s) litres 2.8-3.2
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 75W-90
Manual transmission litres 1.9
Automatic transmission fluid Type Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 2.5
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 5.5
Differential oil grade - front SAE Dexron II
Differential front/AT litres AT=1,4
Cooling system - total capacity litres 4,4 AT=4,8
Brake fluid Type DOT 3
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 9 mm (solid) or 14 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 181 mm.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front9 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front14 mm
Minimum disc thickness
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear181 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Minimum disc thickness
Disc runout Front0,09 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches5-8

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) is 10° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Idle speed
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm10/800

Battery

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) uses a 12 V, 50 Ah battery (reserve capacity 80 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/80 (50)

Spark plugs

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) uses NGK BPR5EYA spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeBPR5EYA
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeAutolite
Spark plug Type3923
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeFR7KC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRC9YCC4
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeBKR5EYA
Electrode gap mm0,8

Tuning and emissions

Tuning conditions—
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Idle speed
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpmECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm700±50
Oil temperature °C80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO0,5 Max Not adjustable
HC level at idle speed ppm100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO214,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm2400-2600
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ0,98-1,02

Starting and charging

Maximum cranking amps A135-165
Alternator output A/V/rpm30/14/2000

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar9,8-12,7
Oil pressure bar/rpm2,6-3,6/3000
Radiator cap bar0,75-1,00
Thermostat opens °C80-84
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm5-6,5/9-11
Drive belt tension - AC mm9-10,5

Fuel system

System pressure bar2,87-2,93
Regulated pressure with vacuum bar2,3-2,6
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C200-400/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm400-600
Injector Ohm13,8
Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm21,5-28,5
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm11,0-16,0

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) are tightened in 3 stages: 22 Nm, then 44 Nm, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsNo
Tighten22 Nm
Tighten44 Nm
Tighten90°
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 129 Nm
Main bearings Stage 258 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 120 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 240 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block7 Nm
Sump bolts8 Nm
Sump drain bolt25 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate90 Nm/88 Nm
Clutch pressure plate19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt155 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear51 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap13 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover7 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head19 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head48 Nm
Spark plugs18 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)44 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub216 Nm
Steering track rod end47 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front—
Brake caliper to carrier - front
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front88 Nm
ABS sensor Front8 Nm
ABS sensor Rear8 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 TypeR134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams600±50
Air conditioning oil groupPAG
Air conditioning oil TypeDens Oil 8
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³—
Oil type
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO46

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Starlet 1.3?

The firing order for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Toyota Starlet 1.3 use?

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) uses NGK BPR5EYA spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Toyota Starlet 1.3 take?

The Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) takes 2.8-3.2 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Starlet 1.3?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,31-0,41 mm exhaust, measured cold.

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

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Starlet 1.3 (1996–1999) are tightened in 3 stages: 22 Nm, then 44 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 (1996–1999) is 10° BTDC at 800 rpm.

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