Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1298 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 10,0 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Toyota |
| Ignition system Type | TCCS |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Toyota |
| Fuel system Type | TCCS |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | Mass |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
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Firing order
The firing order for the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
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Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) are 0,15-0,24 mm inlet and 0,22-0,31 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,15-0,24 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,22-0,31 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) takes 3.2 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 Synthetic |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/A1, A3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -18°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30 Synthetic |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/A1, A3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -12°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-40 Synthetic |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -7°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 20W-50 Synthetic |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/A2 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.2 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W |
| Manual transmission oil classification | GL-4 |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.7 |
| Auto shift manual (ASM) transmission oil grade SAE | 75W |
| Auto shift manual (ASM) transmission oil classification | GL-4 |
| Auto shift manual (ASM) transmission (drain & refill) litres | 1.7 |
| Auto shift manual (ASM) transmission | |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 5.1 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front and 7 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 20 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness | |
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 7 mm |
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 204 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Minimum disc thickness | |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Front | 0,05 mm |
| Disc runout Rear | 0,15 mm |
| Maximum drum diameter | |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1,5 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness | |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 2 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | — |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) uses a 12 V, 36 Ah battery.
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 (36) |
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Spark plugs
The Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) uses Denso K16R-U spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Denso |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | K16R-U |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,8 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | BKR5EYA |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,8 |
Tuning and emissions
| Tuning conditions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Ignition timing | |
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 10±2/650 Not adjustable |
| Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm | Not adjustable |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 650±50 Not adjustable |
| Idle speed - alternative rpm | AC=775±75 Not adjustable |
| Oil temperature °C | 60 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,3 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2500-3000 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,3 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,97-1,03 |
Starting and charging
| Maximum cranking amps A | 90 |
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Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 11,7 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,4/4000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,90-1,20 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 80-84 |
| Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm | 7,5-8,6 |
Fuel system
| Fuel pump delivery pressure bar | 3,0-3,4 |
|---|---|
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 2320-2590/20 |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm | 985-1600 |
| Injector Ohm | 13,4-14,2 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) are tightened in 4 stages: 17 Nm, then 34 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Tighten | 17 Nm |
| Tighten | 34 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Cylinder head | |
| View more information | — |
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 48 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 59 Nm |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Big end bearings | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 22 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 90° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 9 Nm |
| Sump bolts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Sump bolts | |
| Sump drain bolt | 30 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 78 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 19 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 150 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | — |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 13 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 11 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 25 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 37 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 28 Nm |
| Water pump | 9 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 18 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 21 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 8 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 8 Nm |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 20 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 40 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 11 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 15 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 216 Nm |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 90 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 50 Nm |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 96 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 49 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 34 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier | |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 107 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 34 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 57 Nm |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 90 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 8 Nm |
| Road wheels | 103 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | No |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | Yes |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 360±30 |
| Refrigerant quantity | |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Dens Oil 8 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | — |
| Oil type | |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i?
The firing order for the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) is 1-3-4-2.
What spark plugs does the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i use?
The Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) uses Denso K16R-U spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i take?
The Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) takes 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 Yaris 1.3 VVT-i?
Valve clearances for the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) are 0,15-0,24 mm inlet and 0,22-0,31 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i?
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) are tightened in 4 stages: 17 Nm, then 34 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i?
Brake discs on the Toyota Yaris 1.3 VVT-i (2006–2009) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front and 7 mm rear.