2001 TOYOTA CELICA oil

’01MY CELICA U (L/O 0008)
2242001 CELICA (20766U)
CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.):5—15 (0.2—0.6)
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 1ZZ −FE engine
1.9 (2.0, 1.7)
2ZZ −GE engine
2.3 (2.4 2.0)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL −4 or GL −5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W −90
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Fluid capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.): 1ZZ −FE engine
Up to 2.9 (3.1, 2.6)
2ZZ −GE engine
Up to 4.0 (4.2, 3.5)
Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid Type T −IV
Change automatic transmission fluid only
as necessary. Generally, it is necessary to change auto-
matic transmission fluid only if your ve-
hicle is driven under one of the Special
Operating Conditions listed in your
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Own-
er ’s Manual Supplement”. When changing
the automatic transmission fluid, use only
Toyota Genuine ATF Type T
−IV (ATF
JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in assuring
optimum transaxle performance.
Notice: Using automatic transmission
fluid other than Toyota Genuine ATF
Ty p e T −IV may cause deterioration in
shift quality, locking up of your trans-
mission accompanied by vibration, and
ultimately damage the automatic trans-
mission of your vehicle. BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
with the engine running, mm (in.):
85 (3.4)
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1—6 (0.04—0.24)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Lining wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf): 7—8 clicks
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
STEERING
Wheel free play: Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Power steering fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II
or III
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’01MY CELICA U (L/O 0008)
2001 CELICA (20766U)
Publication No. OM20766U
Part No. 01999-20766
Printed in Japan 01−0008 −00
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Quick index
 If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 76 . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start 154 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your engine stalls while driving 157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats 157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If you have a flat tire 158 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed 167 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during break −in period 126 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the engine 140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 General maintenance 181 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 Complete index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
1ZZ −FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
2ZZ −GE engine: Premium UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 91
(Research Octane Number 96) or higher
See page 126 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
55 L (14.5 gal., 12.1 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, “Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is
recommended.
See page 194 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 198 through 202.
Tire pressure: See page 225.
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2001 CELICA (20766U)
Where to obtain the Repair Manual
The repair manual for CELICA, written in Eng-
lish, may be purchased as applicable from any
Toy ota dea l er.
Pub. Name: 2001 CELICA Repair Manual
Pub. No.: RM818U1 (Maintenance, Preparation, Service specifications and Diagnos-
tics)
RM818U2 (Engine, Chassis and Body)
Maintenance procedures for the engine,
chassis, body, electric al system, and more,
are clearly explained and illustrated.
Periodic maintenance and tuneup
Periodic maintenance and tuneup helps to pre-
vent small problems from growing into larger ones lat-
er on. The repair manual outlines exactly what main-
tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the
work yourself stepbystep.
Areas covered include such things as spark plug re-
placement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil
and filter replacement.
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