Toyota 4A-FE Repair Manual

COOLING SYSTEM - Check and Replacement of Engine Coolant
CHECK AND REPLACEMENT OF
ENGINE COOLANT
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1. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL AT RESERVE TANK
The coolant level should be between the "LOW" and
"FULL" lines.
If low, check for leaks and add coolant up to the "FULL"
line.
2. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT QUALITY
There should not be any excessive rust deposits or scales
around the radiator cap or radiator filler hole, and the coo-
lant should be free from oil.
If excessively dirty, replace the coolant.
3. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT
(a) Remove the radiator cap.
CAUTION: To avoid the danger of being burned, do
not remove it while the engine and radiator are still
hot, as fluid and steam can be blown out under
pressure.
(b) Drain the coolant from the radiator and engine drain
cocks. {The engine drain
cock is near the oil filter.)
{c) Close the drain cocks.
Torque (Engine drain cock):
350 kg-cm (25 ft-lb, 34 N·m)
(d) Fill the system with coolant.
Use a
good brand of ethylene-glycol or alcohol type
antifreeze, or TOYOTA radiator conditioner or
equivalent anticorrosive, mixed according to the
manufacturer's directions.
Ethylene-glycol type: This type has an antifreeze and
anticorrosive effect.
TOY OT A radiator conditioner: This has only an anticor-
rosive effect.
NOTICE:
• Do not use alcohol type coolant.
• The coolant should be mixed with demineralized
water or distilled water.
Capacity (w/ Heater):
4A-FE
AE M/T 6.2 liters (6.5 US qts, 5.5 Imp. qts)
(e) Install the radiator cap.
(fl Start the engine and check for leaks.
(g) Recheck the coolant level and refill as necessary.

Toyota 4A-FE Specifications

General

Engine Type	Inline-4
Fuel System	EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)
Valvetrain	DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke	81.0 mm x 77.0 mm
Compression Ratio	9.5:1
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Displacement	1587 cm3
Power Output	115 hp (86 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Redline	6, 400–6, 800 rpm