The Toyota 2C is a 2.0 L (1,974 cc, 120.5 cu·in) four-cylinders, four-stroke cycle water-cooled naturally aspirated internal combustion diesel engine, from the Toyota C-family, manufactured by the Toyota Motor Corporation from 1983.
The 2C diesel engine has a cast-iron cylinder block with 86.0 mm (3.39 in) cylinder bores and an 85.0 mm (3.35 in) piston stroke. Compression ratio rating is 23:1. The Toyota 2C engine has a cylinder head with a single overhead camshaft (SOHC) and 2 valves per cylinder (8 in total).
This engine was available in the following modifications:
- 2C is a longitudinally mounted version. This engine produced 73 PS (54 kW; 72 HP) at 4,700 rpm of horsepower and 132 N·m (13.5 kg·m, 97.3 ft·lb) at 3,000 rpm of torque.
- 2C-L is a transversely mounted version of the 2C.
- 2C-E is EFI version of the 2C engine.
- 2C-T, 2C-TL, 2C-TLC is a turbocherged version. It produces 86 PS (63 kW; 85 HP) at 4,500 rpm of output power and 173 N·m (17.6 kg·m, 127.5 ft·lb) at 2,600 rpm of torque.
- 2C-TE is a turbocherged version with EFI.
The breakdown of the engine code is as follows:
- 2 – 2-nd generation engine
- C – Engine family
General information
| Engine Specifications | |
| Engine code | 2C |
| Layout | Straight-4, vertical |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Production | 1983- |
| Displacement | 2.0 L, 1,974 cc (120.5 cu in) |
| Injection pump | Mechanical |
| Power adder | None |
| Horsepower net |
2C:: 73 PS (54 kW; 72 HP) at 4,700 rpm 2C-TL: 86 PS (63 kW; 85 HP) at 4,500 rpm |
| Torque output |
2C:: 132 N·m (13.5 kg·m, 97.3 ft·lb) at 3,000 rpm 2C-TL: 173 N·m (17.6 kg·m, 127.5 ft·lb) at 2,600 rpm |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Dimensions (L x H x W): | – |
| Weight | |
Cylinder block
The cylinder block is made of cast iron. The crankshaft is supported by 5 bearings. An 86.0 mm (3.39 in) cylinder bore and 85.0 mm (3.35 in) piston stroke give the 2C engine a total of 1974 cc of displacement. Compression ratio rating is 23:1.
| Cylinder block | ||
| Cylinder block alloy | Cast-iron | |
| Compression ratio: | 23:1 | |
| Cylinder bore: | 86.0 mm (3.39 in) | |
| Piston stroke: | 85.0 mm (3.35 in) | |
| Number of piston rings (compression / oil): | 2 / 1 | |
| Number of main bearings: | 5 | |
| Cylinder bore inner diameter: | 86.000-86.030 mm (3.3858-3.387 in) | |
| Piston skirt diameter | 85.950-85.980 mm (3.3839-3.385 in) | |
| Piston ring end gap: | Top | 0.270-0.540 mm (0.0106-0.0213 in) |
| Second | 0.250-0.520 mm (0.0098-0.0205 in) | |
| Oil | 0.200-0.820 mm (0.0079-0.0323 in) | |
| Piston pin outer diameter | 27.000-27.012 mm (1.063-1.0635 in)) | |
| Connecting rod small end diameter (standard): | 27.011-27.023 mm (1.0634-1.0639 in) | |
| Crankshaft main journal diameter: | 56.985-57.000 mm (2.2435-2.2441 in) | |
| Crankpin diameter: | 50.488-50.500 mm (1.9877-1.9882 in) | |
| Crankshaft center distance: | 42.5 mm (1.675 in) | |
Main bearing cap tightening procedure and torque specs:
- 103 Nm; 10.5 kg·m; 76 ft·lb
After securing bearing cap bolts, make sure crankshaft turns smoothly by hand.
Connecting rod bearing nut
- 64 Nm; 6.5 kg·m; 47 ft·lb
Crankshaft pulley bolt
- 98 Nm; 10.0 kg·m; 72 ft·lb
Drive plate (A/T) fixing bolts
- 74 Nm; 7.5 kg·m; 54 ft·lb
Flywheel (M/T) fixing bolts
- 88 Nm; 9.0 kg·m; 65 ft·lb
Cylinder head
| Cylinder head | |
| Cylinder head alloy | Cast iron |
| Valve Arrangement: | SOHC |
| Valves: | 8 (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Intake valves diameter: | – |
| Exhaust valves diameter: | – |
| Intake valves length: | 105.70 mm (4.1614 in) |
| Exhaust valves length: | 105.35 mm (4.1476 in) |
| Intake valve stem diameter: | 7.975-7.990 mm (0.314-0.3146 in) |
| Exhaust valves stem diameter: | 7.960-7.975 mm (0.3134-0.314 in) |
| Valve spring free length: | 47.5 mm (1.8701 in) |
| Camshaft journal diameter: | 27.979-27.995 mm (1.1015-1.1022 in) |
| Camshaft lobe height (intake): |
2C: 46.725-46.875 mm (1.8396-1.8455 in) 2C-T: 46.325-46.475 mm (1.8238-1.8297 in) |
| Camshaft lobe height (exhaust): | 47.335-47.485 mm (1.8636-1.8695 in) |
Head tightening procedure and torque specs:
- Step 1: 44 Nm; 4.5 kg·m; 33 ft·lb
- Step 2: Turn all bolts 90°
- Step 3: Turn all bolts another 90°
Maintenance data
| Valve clearance | |
| Intake valve | 0.20-0.30 mm (0.0079-0.0118 in) |
| Exhaust valve | 0.25-0.35 mm (0.0098-0.0138 in) |
| Compression pressure | |
| Standard | 30.0 kg/m2 (2,942 kPa, 427 psi) |
| Minimun | 25.0 kg/m2 (2,452 kPa, 356 psi) |
| Compression differential limit between cylinders | 5.0 kg/m2 (490 kPa, 71 psi) |
| Oil system | |
| Recommended engine oil | 10W-30 or 5W-30 (“CC”, “CD”) |
| Engine oil capacity |
Dry fill: 4.8-5.3 L (4.5-5.6 US qt, 3.8-4.7 Imp. qt) With oil filter change: 4.3-4.5 L (4.5-4.8 US qt, 3.8-4.0 Imp. qt) Without oil filter change: 3.8 L (4.0 US qt, 3.0 Imp. qt) |
| Oil pressure: |
At idle: 0.3 kg/m2 (29 kPa, 4.3 psi) or more At 3,00 rpm: 2.5-6.0 kg/m2 (245-588 kPa, 36-85 psi) |
Vehicle applications
| Model | Years Produced |
| Toyota Caldina (CT190/196/198) | 1992-1998 |
| Toyota Carina (CT150/170/176/CT190/195) | 1984-1996 |
| Toyota Carina II (CT150/170) | 1983-1982 |
| Toyota Carina E (CT190) | 1992-1996 |
| Toyota Corolla (CE95/100/104/106/108/109/110/114) | 1989-2001 |
| Toyota Corolla (Altis) (CE120) | 2001-2004 |
| Toyota Corona (CT141/CT150/CT170/176/177/CT190/195) | 1983-1996 |
| Toyota Deliboy (CXC10 ) | 1991-1994 |
| Toyota LiteAce / TownAce | 1985-1999 |
| Toyota Sprinter (CE95/100/104/106/108/109/110/114) | 1989-1998 |
| 2C-E | |
| Toyota Corolla (CE110) | 1995-2001 |
| 2C-T, 2C-TL, 2C-TLC | |
| Toyota Caldina (CT190 ) | 1994-1997 |
| Toyota Carina (CT210/215) | 1996-1998 |
| Toyota Carina E (CT190) | 1996-1997 |
| Toyota Avensis (CT220) | 1997-2000 |
| Toyota Camry (CV11/20/30) | 1995-1994 |
| Toyota Corona (CT190/CT210/215) | 1996-1997 |
| Toyota Vista (CV11/20/30) | 1995-1994 |
| Toyota LiteAce / TownAce (CM30/40, CR21/28/30/37) | 1984-1992 |
| 2C-TE | |
| Toyota Avensis (CT220) | 1997-2000 |
Author:
Good day. Is it ok for a 2c engine to operate between 95 and 110 degrees.
Regards Francois
That’s over boiling point
No, it should operate at 80deg Centigrade (176 deg F).
this refers to coolant temp?
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We have lots of this is the Philippines
Hey Franco. I’m from NYC but currently in Pakistan till September 9th. I can possibly bring some oil filters from here. How many do you need ? Text me @ 9176426643. You can also whattsapp.
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