1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


Central screws	50.89 lbf⋅ft50.89 lbf⋅ft69 N⋅m
Nuts	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines


Bottom	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Top	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m


Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
Servo pump pulley	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
All other modifications	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump pulley


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP.


First stage	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreToyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM.


First stage	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
See figure 3.
Second stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
All other modifications	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover locking screws


1.4 (EE111_) with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 84 HP engine (1997.4–2000.2)	5.09 lbf⋅ft5.09 lbf⋅ft6.9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreToyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP


First stage	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E engines	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	87.03 lbf⋅ft87.03 lbf⋅ft118 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines	114.32 lbf⋅ft114.32 lbf⋅ft155 N⋅m
All other modifications	101.78 lbf⋅ft101.78 lbf⋅ft138 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	57.53 lbf⋅ft57.53 lbf⋅ft78 N⋅m
All other modifications	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
from inside to outside
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP	42.04 lbf⋅ft42.04 lbf⋅ft57 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	43.52 lbf⋅ft43.52 lbf⋅ft59 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m


Chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


Central camshaft screws	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m


Outlet camshaft wheel	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


Nuts and screws	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


Code range 10 mm	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Code range 12 mm	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m


Stud screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines


Bottom	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Top	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m


All other modifications	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


On the engine block	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil pump


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE 84 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E 71 HP at 1975 RPM, 131 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Lambda sensor	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C-E engines


M14	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
M17	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn the engine block


Right	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Right	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE 106 HP	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
All other modifications	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


1.6 Aut. (AE111_) with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 106 HP engine (1997.4–2000.2)	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Toyota warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Maintenance Items

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Service Intervals

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1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan generations

In 1997 Toyota offered 2 generations of the Corolla Sedan. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Seventh generation facelift

AE10#, CE100, EE10#

1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan Eighth generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan generations

Seventh generation facelift

Toyota Corolla Sedan Eighth generation model years

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