1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreGenerator bracket


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


2.0 D (CE100_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 71 HP engine (1992.7–1997.4)	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreInjection hoses


2.0 D (CE100_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 71 HP engine (1992.7–1997.4)	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_more2.0 D (CE100_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 71 HP engine (1992.7–1997.4)


At the cylinder head	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump pulley


2.0 D (CE100_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 71 HP engine (1992.7–1997.4)	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	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_moreAll Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C.


First stage	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

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


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


First stage	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover locking screws


1.3 XLI (EE101_) with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 87 HP engine (1992.7–1997.4)	5.09 lbf⋅ft5.09 lbf⋅ft6.9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

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


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


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 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	87.03 lbf⋅ft87.03 lbf⋅ft118 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	61.22 lbf⋅ft61.22 lbf⋅ft83 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	57.53 lbf⋅ft57.53 lbf⋅ft78 N⋅m
All other modifications	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
All other modifications	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	43.52 lbf⋅ft43.52 lbf⋅ft59 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 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_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler

expand_moreAll Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines


On the engine block	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m


All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 4E-FE engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOil cooler lines

expand_more2.0 D (CE100_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 71 HP engine (1992.7–1997.4)

expand_moreOn the engine block


Banjo screws	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


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

expand_moreOil sump


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreGlow plugs


2.0 D (CE100_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 71 HP engine (1992.7–1997.4)	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m


Knock sensor	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_more2.0 D (CE100_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 71 HP engine (1992.7–1997.4)


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

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
All Toyota gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 4A-FE engines	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
All other modifications	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel lines

expand_moreAll Toyota diesel straight-4 2.0 L 2C engines


Fuel return line	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m

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


Banjo screws	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
Union nuts	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 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.

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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.

Eighth generation

AE11#, CDE110, CE110, EE11#, WZE110, ZZE11#

1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan Seventh generation facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan generations

Eighth generation

Toyota Corolla Sedan Seventh generation facelift model years

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