Toyota Supra 1997 Installation and operation manual

1. Introduction

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DEVELOPMENTOBJECTIVES
As Toyota’s high–performance flagship car, the Toyota Supra continues to make full use of available advanced
technology.
In its fourth full model change, the Toyota Supra has been reborn, making great strides in becoming recognized as a
full–fledged, world class sports car.
The major development objectives of the new Toyota Supra are as follows:
Styling
Timeless exterior design worthy of a muscular high–performance sports car
Interior
Dynamic interior design with a sporty image
Power Train
Boasting overwhelming power and response
Chassis
Offering communicative steering feel and superb response through stable and precise handling
Safety
High safety factors matching its high–speed driving capability
Weight Reduction
Trimming extra weight to realize the vehicle’s full potential
Environment
The new refrigerant R134a is used for the air conditioning system

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EXTERIOR APPEARANCE

FOREWORD
To assist you in your service activities, this manual explains the main characteristics of the new Toyota Supra, in particular
providing a technical explanation of the construction and operation of new mechanisms and new technology used.
Applicable models: JZA80 series
This manual is divided into 4 sections.
1. Introduction —Development objectives of the new model and model line–up.
2. New Model Outline —Explanation of the product to give a general understanding of its features.
3. Technical Description—Technical explanation of the construction and operation of each new
system and component.
4.Appendix—Major technical specifications of the vehicle.
CAUTION, NOTICE, REFERENCE and NOTE are used in the following ways:
CAUTION A potentially hazardous situation which could result in injury to people may occur if
instructions on what to do or not do are ignored.
NOTICE Damage to the vehicle or components may occur if instructions on what to do or not
do are ignored.
REFERENCE Explains the theory behind mechanisms and techniques.
NOTE Notes or comments not included under the above 3 titles.
For detailed service specifications and repair procedures, refer to the following Repair Manuals:
Manual Name Pub. No.
1993 Toyota Supra Repair Manual Vol. 1
Vol. 2
1993 Toyota Supra Electrical Wiring Diagram
RM343U1
RM343U2
EWD174U
All information contained herein is the most up–to–date at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes
without prior notice.
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
1993 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
All rights reserved. This book may not be reproduced or
copied, in whole or in part, without the written
permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.

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MODEL CODE AND MODEL LINE–UP
MODEL CODE
JZA80 L – A J M V F A
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8)
BASIC MODEL CODE
(1) JZA80 : With 2JZ–GE or
2JZ–GTE Engine
(2)
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
(2)
L : Left–Hand Drive
(3)
MODEL NAME
(3)
A : Toyota Supra
BODY TYPE
(4) L : Liftback
J : Liftback with Sports Roof
GEARSHIFT TYPE
(5) F : 6–Speed Manual
M : 5–Speed Manual
P : 4–Speed Automatic
(6)
GRADE
(6)
V : —
ENGINE SPECIFICATION
(7) F : SFI* [EFI] and DOHC
Z : SFI [EFI] and DOHC with Turbocharger
DESTINATION
(8) A : U.S.A.
K : Canada
*SFI (Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection)
MODEL LINE–UP
TRANSMISSION 5–Speed
Manual 6–Speed Manual 4–Speed Automatic
DESTINA-
TION ROOF GRADE ENGINE W58 V160 A340E A340E*
Standard
2JZ GE
JZA80L–
ALMVFA JZA80L– ALPVFA
USA
Sport
2JZ
–
GE
JZA80L–
AJMVFA JZA80L– AJPVFA
U
.
S
.
A
.Standard —
2JZ GTE
JZA80L–
ALFVZA JZA80L– ALPVZA
Sport
2JZ
–
GTE
JZA80L–
AJFVZA JZA80L– AJPVZA
Canada Sport — 2JZ–GTE JZA80L–
AJFVZK JZA80L– AJPVZK
* Electronically Controlled Transmission with an intelligent sporty control

2.New Model Outline

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MAJOR COMPONENTS
The basic components of the new Toyota Supra are as follows.
Model
New
Previous
Item
N
ew
P
rev
i
ous
Drive System FR (Front Engine,
Rear Wheel Drive) ←
Type 2JZ–GE: In–line 6, 3.0–Liter 7M–GE: In–Line 6, 3.0–Liter
Displacement cm3(cu. in.) 2997 (182.9) 2954 (180.3)
Valve Mechanism 24 Valve, DOHC ←
Fuel System SFI*1[EFI] MFI*2[EFI]
Max. Output [SAE–NET]
kW @ rpm (HP @ rpm) 164 @ 5800 (220 @ 5800) 149 @ 6000 (200 @ 6000)
Max. Torque [SAE–NET]
N.m @ rpm(ft.lbf @ rpm) 285 @ 4800 (210 @ 4800) 255 @ 3600 (188 @ 3600)
Type 2JZ–GTE: In–line 6, 3.0–Liter 7M–GTE: In–Line 6, 3.0–Liter
Displacement cm3(cu. in.) 2997 (182.9) 2954 (180.3)
Valve Mechanism 24 Valves, DOHC ←
Fuel System SFI*1[EFI] MFI*2[EFI]
Max. Output [SAE–NET]
kW @ rpm (HP @ rpm) 239 @ 5600 (320 @ 5600) 173 @ 5600 (232 @ 5600)
Max. Torque [SAE–NET]
N.m @ rpm (ft.lbf @ rpm) 427 @ 4000 (315 @ 4000) 344 @ 3200 (254 @ 3200)
Clutch Dry Type, Single Plate ←
Trans- Manual W58: 5–Speed (For 2JZ–GE)
V160: 6–Speed (For 2JZ–GTE) W58: 5–Speed (For 7M–GE) R154: 5–Speed (For 7M–GTE)
Trans
mission Automatic A340E: 4–Speed (For 2JZ–GE)
A340E*3: 4–Speed (For 2JZ–GTE) A340E: 4–Speed (For 7M–GE) A340E: 4–Speed (For 7M–GTE)
Brakes 4–Wheel Ventilated Disc ←
Suspension 4–Wheel Double Wishbone ←
Gear Type Rack and Pinion ←
Steering Power Steering Vehicle Speed Sensing Hydraulic
Reaction Type Electronically
Controlled PPS*4←
*1SFI: Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection
*2MFI: Multiport Fuel Injection
*3Electronically Controlled Transmission with an intelligent sporty control
*4PPS: Progressive Power Steering
DOHC with Turbocharger DOHC Engine

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Never make a mistake with the terminal connection position as this will cause a malfunction.
NOTICE
SERVICEABILITY IMPROVEMENT
DATA LINK CONNECTOR 2
[TOYOTA DIAGNOSTIC COMMUNICATION LINK]
The new Toyota Supra has the same DLC2* [TDCL: Toyota Diagnostic Communication Link] as the Camry.
The DLC2 has been provided inside the cabin as a connector exclusively for diagnosis of the Engine Control,
Transmission Control, ABS, Cruise Control and SRS Airbag to improve serviceability.
* DLC2 (Data Link Connector 2)
Connecting the following terminals of the DLC2 to terminal E1selects the diagnosis mode.
Terminal System
TE1 Engine Control (Normal Mode)
TE1 and TE2 Engine Control (Test Mode)
TCABS, Cruise Control System, SRS Airbag
TTTransmission Control

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ENGINE
ENGINE LINE–UP
The following are the two newly developed engines that are available for the new Toyota Supra:
Displace-
ment Engine
Type
Max. Output
[SAE–NET]
Max. Torque
[SAE–NET] Features
3.0 L 2JZ–GE 164 kW @ 5800 rpm
(220 HP @ 5800 rpm) 285 N⋅m @ 4800 rpm (210 ft⋅lbf @ 4800 rpm)
An in–line 6, 3.0–liter DOHC engine,
adopting ACIS* and dual exhaust man-
ifold, offering high–performance and
low fuel consumption at high level.
3.0 L 2JZ–GTE 239 kW @ 5600 rpm
(320 HP @ 5600 rpm) 427 N⋅m @ 4000 rpm (315 ft⋅lbf @ 4000 rpm)
A turbocharged in–line 6, 3.0–liter
DOHC engine with a charge air cooler
[intercooler], featuring high response
and power output.
*ACIS: An Acoustic Control Induction System, equivalent to the Intake Air Control System used in the 7M–GE engine
of the previous model.
2JZ–GTE ENGINE
The 2JZ–GTE is newly developed turbocharged in–line 6, 3.0–liter, 24–valve DOHC engine with a charge air
cooler [intercooler]. Along with the two–way twin turbocharger system, this engine features two compact
turbines, and a large–capacity, air–cooled charge air cooler which improves turbo response, and provides high
engine response and performance.
The two–way twin turbocharger system uses two small turbochargers numbered 1 and 2, and their operation is
controlled by the ECM* [engine ECU] in accordance with the driving condition. This system applies boost from
the No. 1 turbocharger to improve turbo response during a low–speed operation, and from both the No. 1 and No.
2 turbochargers to provide high power output during a high–speed operation.
*ECM (Engine Control Module)
Two–Way Twin Turbo System

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CHASSIS
By combining the basic functions of a vehicle, “ to run, to turn, and stop”, at high level, the chassis of the new Toyota
Supra aims to realize a ride that is worthy of the world–class sports car.
MAJOR COMPONENTS
*Electonically Controlled Transmission with an
intelligent sporty control

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CHASSIS
CLUTCH
1. Flywheel Damper
The six–speed manual transmission model uses super–long travel flywheel damper made by LUK GmbH (Germany)
to reduce the noise and vibration of the drivetrain.
A–A Cross Section
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
1. V160 Manual Transmission
The 2JZ–GTE engine model adopts a newly developed transmission with six–speed forward gears and a one–speed
reverse gear made by GETRAG GmbH (Germany) to ideally match the performance of the engine.
Shift Pattern

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BODY
By optimally locating the frame components and redesigning their joint structures, the body shell of the new Toyota Supra
achieves an ideal rigidity. Also, all panel areas are made seamless by using a single steel sheet, and a newly developed
sheet aluminum alloy is adopted for the engine hood and the roof (sports roof model only) for weight reduction.
The vehicle’s rust resistance is increased and the noise and vibration are reduced through an expanded application of the
anti–corrosion steel sheet as well as the optimally located vibration damping steel sheet and asphalt sheet.

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EXTERIOR
STYLING
The styling objective of the new Toyota Supra is to produce a high–performance, genuine world–class sports car with an
individuality that sets it apart from other sports cars.
The styling has the following features:
A dynamic composite dimension reminiscent of the firm musculature and physique of a speeding beast.
A rational design with details devoted to the driving functionality.

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EXTERIOR
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
BUMPERS
Large, lightweight bumpers that are integrated flush against the body, are used in the front and rear.
A front spoiler, integrated with the front bumper, is provided as a standard equipment.
A large, lightweight rear spoiler is available as an option for the 2JZ–GTE model.
Front Rear
LIGHTS
1. Front Lights
The headlight is four–light system which integrates the fog lights and parking lights in one unit.
Both the low–beam headlights and the fog lights are the projector type.

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EXTERIOR
2. Rear Lights
The sporty looking rear combination lights
consist of four lenses arranged in–line, each
having a separated function.
A high–mounted stoplight with Light Emitting
Diodes (LED) is embedded in the rear door
panel.
WIPERS
The front wipers consist of the wiper motor and the linkage integrated in its full–floating type pipe frame structure,
designed to reduce the noise and irregular wiping angle.
The intermittent rear wiper is provided as a standard equipment.
Front Wiper
OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS
The outside rear view mirrors are mounted onto
the door panel.
The heated, electrical remote–controlled
mirrors are standard equipment.

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Your Supra has been fitted with specially developed tires which provide exceptional dynamic
performance under general road conditions. However, (on vehicles equipped with the 2JZ–GTE
engine,) you may also notice that your tires wear more rapidly than standard tires as a result of
their superior performance.
NOTICE
EXTERIOR
DISC WHEELS
The two types of sporty, five–spoke aluminum wheels are prescribed as follows:
Wheel
Engine
Wheel Size (in.) Wheel Tire Size
Wheel
Type
E
ng
i
ne Front Rear
Wheel
Color
Tire
Size
(Front : Rear)
A 2JZ–GE 16 x 8JJ 16 x 9JJ Silver 225/50 : 245/50
B 2JZ–GTE 17 x 8JJ 17 x 9.5JJ Silver 235/45 : 255/40
Type A Type B
TAILPIPE DIFFUSER
A prominent diffuser, with a large diameter
(100 mm) suitable for a sports car, is provided on the
tailpipe.

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INTERIOR
The new Toyota Supra pursues an interior design concept to provide a magnificent space in which a powerful
sports–minded form and a superb maneuverability worthy of a high–performance vehicle are incorporated.
CABIN
The instrument panel and door trim are configured to provide a down–force form to look as if the vehicle is flush
against the road surface.
Sleek, curved design seats that express their supporting role.
The instruments and switches are sensibly laid out for better maneuverability and visibility during high–speed
driving.
The location of the steering wheel and easy–to–grip shift lever knob permits a relaxed driving position.
The overall performance has improved due to the detailed. refinements.

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: Manual
: Power
INTERIOR
SEATS
1. General
The bucket type sport seats, with excellent holding capability, are provided for all models. The rear seat is an
integrated foldable type.
Genuine leather seats are available as an option for all models. The vehicles destined for Canada are also available
with seat heaters on their genuine leather seats.
2. Front Seat
The seat has the following adjustments
Seat
Driver
Passenger
Adjustment Function
D
r
i
ver
P
assenger
(1) Fore–and–aft Slide 
(2)
Reclining
Angle adjustment 
(3)
R
ec
li
n
i
ng Front–folding —
(4) Rear Vertical Height —
(5) Walk–in Mechanism —
Driver Passenger’s
The seat cushion & back are made concave to accommodate the contour of the occupant. The individual physical
differences are absorbed by the seat, giving the occupant a snug fit.
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INTERIOR
The seatpad of the seatback is constructed of two layers as illustrated below. The soft surface comes in contact
with the occupant, while the hard chip–urethane inside supports the occupant when the vehicle makes a turn.
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3. Rear Seat
A rear seat with an integrated folding seatback is used. This rear seat uses lockable hinges, which can be locked
when the seatback is in either the upright or folded position.
The method of securing the seat cushion has been changed from the conventional spring–hook type to the plastic
clip type to improve appearance.
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INTERIOR
SEAT BELTS
The front seats are provided with the 3–point ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) seat belts with an
electronically operated tension reduction mechanism as standard equipment. The passenger seat is additionally
provided with an ALR ( Auto–Locking Retractor) mechanism.
The front seat belt inner buckle is attached to the seat adjuster. The buckle moves with the seat itself.
The rear seat belts feature a 3–point ELR with an ALR mechanism. The slip joint is enclosed in the pillar to
improve appearance.
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TRIM
1. Door Trim
The door trim is designed to continue the curve which started at the instrument panel.