Toyota2012–2020Technical specifications

Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.5-litre petrol (engine code 1NZ-FXE). 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 (1NZ-FXE) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: Yaris
Years: 2012–2020
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 1NZ-FXE

Performance & efficiency

Power: 74 kW (101 hp)
Engine size: 1,497 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 13.4:1
Fuel system: Denso

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 3.7 litres

All 123 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1497
Compression ratio :1	13,4
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Make	Denso
Ignition system Description	Map-DI
Trigger location	Cam/Crankshaft
Fuel system Make	Denso
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

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,15-0,25 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,25-0,35 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) takes 3.7 litres of engine oil with the filter.

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

Coolant

See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Preferred engine oil
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	0W-20
Engine oil classification ILSAC	GF-4
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1, A3
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-20, 5W-30
Engine oil classification ILSAC	GF-4
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range	-18°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification ILSAC	GF-4
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range	-12°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range	-7°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1, A3
Engine with filter(s) litres	3.7
Other lubricants and capacities
Automatic transmission fluid Type	ATF WS
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	3.3
Do not drive vehicle in inspection mode as damage to the vehicle may occur.
Coolant Type	Super long life
Coolant Colour	Pink
Cooling system - total capacity litres	4.5
Brake fluid Type	DOT 4
Brake fluid litres	—

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 19 mm (ventilated) front and 7 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	19 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	7 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,05 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	2 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	4-6

Service & electrical

Battery

The Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) uses a 12 V, 25 Ah battery.

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12 (25)

Tuning and emissions

Do not drive vehicle in inspection mode as damage to the vehicle may occur.
Tuning conditions	—
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Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10±2/1000±50 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	1000±50 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C	80
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	1400-1600
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,97-1,03

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	8,7
Oil pressure bar/rpm	1,4-2,8/2500
Radiator cap bar	0,78-1,23
Thermostat opens °C	80-84

Fuel system

System 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	11,6-12,4
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	10,0-14,0

Spark plugs

Spark plugs Original equipment	Denso
Spark plug Type	FK16R-A8
Electrode gap mm	0,7-0,8

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) are tightened in 4 stages: 15 Nm, then 29 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Maximum bolt length	147,1 mm
Tighten	15 Nm
Tighten	29 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	—
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Main bearings
Main bearings Stage 1	22 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	90°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	—
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Big end bearings
Big end bearings Stage 1	15 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°
Oil pump to cylinder block	9 Nm
Sump bolts	9 Nm
Sump drain bolt	38 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	83 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	128 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	64 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	—
Camshaft carrier/cap
Camshaft/rocker cover	13 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	21 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	30 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	43 Nm
Water pump	21 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)	44 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)	20 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	15 Nm
Oil filter	13 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	216 Nm
Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts	40 Nm
Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts	90 Nm
Steering wheel	50 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting	79 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	28 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	57 Nm
ABS sensor Front	9 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Air conditioning

Do not mix R134a with R1234yf.
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	—
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	R134a=420±30 R1234yf=435±15
Air conditioning oil group	POE
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 11
High voltage electric motor within compressor; correct oil must be used to reduce risk of electric shock.
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	123±7
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive?

The firing order for the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) is 1-3-4-2.

How much oil does the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive take?

The Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) takes 3.7 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 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive?

Valve clearances for the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) are 0,15-0,25 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) are tightened in 4 stages: 15 Nm, then 29 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive?

Brake discs on the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 19 mm (ventilated) front and 7 mm rear.

What battery does the Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive use?

The Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2012–2020) uses a 12 V, 25 Ah battery.