How much HP does a stock 22RE have?

around 116 hp
A stock 22RE engine puts out around 116 hp and 140 lb-ft of torque.

How do you adjust timing?

To adjust your timing, all you need to do is turn the distributor housing one direction or the other, depending on whether or not you want to advance or move back the timing. If the rotor turns clockwise, you’ll advance the timing by rotating the distributor counterclockwise, and vice versa.

How much oil does a 22re take?

between 4.5 to 5 quarts
OIL RECOMMENDATION: You are going to need between 4.5 to 5 quarts of oil. Either way, we recommend your first oil and filter change at 400 miles after the installation.

How do you remove an engine distributor?

Mark the position of the distributor, by scribing lines on the flange and on the stud plate so that it can be replaced in exactly the same position. Remove the nuts and pull the unit away from its mounting. Twist it gently if it sticks, but do not try to lever it from the engine block with a screwdriver.

How many MPG does a 22RE get?

Registered. 2WD 94′ w/226500 on it and it usually get around 25-26 city and 29-33 highway, combined it is around 27-28mpg.

What happens if you don’t set the timing on a 22RE?

Not setting your 22R/22RE timing properly can lead to very poor performance, bad gas mileage and SEVERE engine damage. Don’t mess around. Once It’s up to normal operating temp, you can now set the timing with a timing light. Grab a paper clip and straighten it out and then bend it to a “U” shape.

Why did Toyota stop making 22RE engines?

There was an internal bulletin for Toyota factory technicians back in the mid 80’s about a similar issue with 22RE engines. The issue was an internal programming problem with the ECU.

What are some common problems with a 22R engine?

I get dozens of calls every day with people trying to diagnose various issues with their 22R / 22RE / 22RTE engines. Everything from hard start issues, rough idle, mis-fire, lack of power….blah, blah, blah. Since there are a few hundred things it CAN be, I recommend starting with the basic stuff first.

How do you tell if a cylinder is firing?

With the engine running pull a plug wire off at the DISTRIBUTOR CAP side one at a time. Start with the #1 plug wire and go around the cap clock wise to keep track. If the idle changes (drops) when you pull a plug wire, you can pretty much say that cylinder is firing.