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Engine Controls - Specifications Geo Prizm pre-I

Specifications 4 illustrations ~220 words

INTRODUCTION

Use this article to quickly find specifications related to servicing and on-vehicle adjustments. This is a quick reference article for when you are familiar with an adjustment procedure and only need a specification.

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

GroupAmp Hr. Rating
55D23L60

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

FLUID CAPACITIES

ApplicationQuantity Qts. (L)
Crankcase (Includes Filter) (1)
Prizm (4A-FE Engine)3.4 (3.2)
Prizm GSi (4A-GE Engine)3.9 (3.7)
Cooling System (Includes Heater)
A/T
3-Speed5.8 (5.5)
4-Speed6.1 (5.8)
M/T6.0 (5.6)
Automatic Transaxle/Transmission (Dexron-II)
3-Speed5.8 (5.5)
4-Speed7.6 (7.2)
Manual Transaxle/Transmission (2)2.7 (2.6)
Differential Dexron-II) 3-Speed A/T Models Only1.5 (1.4)
(1) Use SG quality oil of recommended viscosity. (2) Use 75W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant.
(1)Use SG quality oil of recommended viscosity.
(2)Use 75W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant.

FLUID CAPACITIES

Replacement Intervals

ComponentInterval (Miles)
Air Filter30,000
Coolant(2)
Oil & Filter7,500
Spark Plug
Prizm (VIN 6)30,000
Prizm GSi (VIN 5)60,000
Timing Belt60,000
Transaxle LubricantN/A
Valve Clearance Adjustment60,000
(1) Under normal driving conditions. (2) Change at 60,000 miles and then 30,000 mile intervals thereafter.
(1)Under normal driving conditions.
(2)Change at 60,000 miles and then 30,000 mile intervals thereafter.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (1)

Drive Belt Adjustment

Application(2) Belt Tension
A/C Belt
New Belt135-185 lbs. (61-84 kg)
Used Belt (3)80-120 lbs. (36-54 kg)
P/S Belt
New Belt100-150 lbs. (45-68 kg)
Used Belt (3)60-100 lbs. (27-45 kg)
W/P & Alt. Belt
New Belt140-180 lbs. (64-82 kg)
Used Belt (3)110-150 lbs. (50-68 kg)
(1) Some models are checked by belt deflection, while others are checked using belt tension gauge. (2) Belt tension checked with belt tension gauge. (3) Belt operated for 5 minutes is considered used.
(1)Some models are checked by belt deflection, while others are checked using belt tension gauge.
(2)Belt tension checked with belt tension gauge.
(3)Belt operated for 5 minutes is considered used.

DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (1)

ENGINE COMPRESSION

ApplicationSpecification
Compression Ratio
Prizm9.5:1
Prizm GSi10.3:1
Compression Pressure (1)142-191 psi (10-13 kg/cm 2 )
(1) Maximum variation between cylinders is 14 psi 1.0 kg/cm 2 ).
(1)Maximum variation between cylinders is 14 psi 1.0 kg/cm 2 ).

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

VALVE CLEARANCE

ApplicationClearance In. (mm)
Intake(1) .006-.010 (.15-.25)
Exhaust(1) .008-.012 (.20-.30)
(1) Adjust valve clearance with engine cold.
(1)Adjust valve clearance with engine cold.

VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS

VALVE ARRANGEMENT

Note. Right and left sides refer to engine, as viewed from flywheel.

Right Side - All intake.

Left Side - All exhaust.

IGNITION COIL

ApplicationPrimarySecondary
Prizm (1)1.30-1.6010,400-14,000
Prizm GSi (2).40-.5010,200-13,800
(1) 4A-FE engine (VIN 6). (2) 4A-GE engine (VIN 5).
(1)4A-FE engine (VIN 6).
(2)4A-GE engine (VIN 5).

IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE - Ohms @ 68°F (20°C)

DISTRIBUTOR SENSORS

ApplicationClearance In. (mm)
All Models.008-.016 (.20-.41)
(1) This is also referred to as crank angle sensor.
(1)This is also referred to as crank angle sensor.

PICK-UP COIL AIR GAP (1)

ApplicationOhms
Prizm & Prizm GSi140-180

PICK-UP COIL RESISTANCE - Ohms @ 68°F (20°C)

HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE

ApplicationOhms
All Models3000-6500 Per 12" (305 mm)

HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE

SPARK PLUGS

ApplicationNippondensoNGK
PrizmQ16R-UBCPR-5EY
Prizm GSiPK20R8BKR6EP8

SPARK PLUG TYPE

ApplicationGap In. (mm)Torque Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Prizm (4A-FE).031 (.79)21 (29)
Prizm GSi (4A-GE).031 (.79)21 (29)

SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS

Cylinder Identification, Firing Order & Distributor Rotation (Prizm GSI VIN 6). Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Cylinder Identification, Firing Order & Distributor Rotation (Prizm GSI VIN 6)
Scheme 1: Cylinder Identification, Firing Order & Distributor Rotation (Prizm GSI VIN 6)

Cylinder Identification, Firing Order & Distributor Rotation (Prizm VIN 5). Scheme 2

Scheme 2: Cylinder Identification, Firing Order & Distributor Rotation (Prizm VIN 5)
Scheme 2: Cylinder Identification, Firing Order & Distributor Rotation (Prizm VIN 5)

Ignition Timing (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

ApplicationManual TransmissionAutomatic Transmission
Prizm (4A-FE)(1) 10 @ 700(1) 10 @ 700
Prizm GSi (4A-GE)(1) 10 @ 800(1) 10 @ 800
(1) Specification listed with jumper wire installed in diagnostic connector located on left shock tower.
(1)Specification listed with jumper wire installed in diagnostic connector located on left shock tower.

IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Locating Ignition Timing Mark. Scheme 3

Scheme 3: Locating Ignition Timing Mark
Scheme 3: Locating Ignition Timing Mark

FUEL PUMP

ApplicationPressure psi (kg/cm 2 )
Prizm & Prizm GSi(1) 38-44 (2.7-3.0)
(1) With engine at idle speed and pressure regulator vacuum line disconnected and plugged.
(1)With engine at idle speed and pressure regulator vacuum line disconnected and plugged.

FUEL PUMP PERFORMANCE

INJECTOR RESISTANCE

ApplicationOhms
Prizm & Prizm GSi11-17

INJECTOR RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

IDLE SPEED

ApplicationIdle RPM
Prizm (4A-FE)700
Prizm GSi (4A-GE)800
(1) If specification varies from VEHICLE EMISSION LABEL, use specification on the label.
(1)If specification varies from VEHICLE EMISSION LABEL, use specification on the label.

IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS (1)

DASHPOT

ApplicationRPM
PrizmNonadjustable
Prizm GSi1800

DASHPOT ADJUSTMENT

THROTTLE POSITION SWITCH RESISTANCE - PRIZM (4A-FE VIN 6)

Application ConditionResistance (Ohms)
Prizm (4A-FE VIN 6) (1)
Between Terminals E2-IDL (2)Continuity
Between Terminals E2-IDL (3)No Continuity
(1) Rotate throttle switch to obtain correct continuity. (2) With .028" (.71 mm) feeler gauge installed between stop screw and lever. (3) With .032" (.81 mm) feeler gauge installed between stop screw and lever.
(1)Rotate throttle switch to obtain correct continuity.
(2)With .028" (.71 mm) feeler gauge installed between stop screw and lever.
(3)With .032" (.81 mm) feeler gauge installed between stop screw and lever.

THROTTLE POSITION SWITCH RESISTANCE

Scheme 4

Scheme 4: THROTTLE POSITION SWITCH TERMINALS (PRIZM 4A-FE VIN 6) ID
Scheme 4: THROTTLE POSITION SWITCH TERMINALS (PRIZM 4A-FE VIN 6) ID

THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) - GSi

Application ConditionResistance (Ohms)
Prizm GSi (4A-GE)
Between Terminals E2-IDL (1) (2)Continuity
Between Terminals E2-IDL (2) (3)No Continuity
(1) With .028" (.71 mm) feeler gauge installed between stop screw and lever. (2) E2 is Brown wire terminal and IDL terminal is Blue wire terminal. (3) With .032" (.81 mm) feeler gauge installed between stop screw and lever.
(1)With .028" (.71 mm) feeler gauge installed between stop screw and lever.
(2)E2 is Brown wire terminal and IDL terminal is Blue wire terminal.
(3)With .032" (.81 mm) feeler gauge installed between stop screw and lever.

THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) RESISTANCE