1996 TOYOTA TERCEL Timing

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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
Proceed to matrix chart of problem symp-
toms on page DI-19.
7. ENGINE OPERATING CONDITION
NOTICE:
The values given below for ºNormal Conditionº are representative values, so a vehicle may still be
normal even if its value from those listed here. So do not decide whether a part is faulty or not solely
according to the ºNormal Conditionº here.
CARB mandated signals:
TOYOTA hand-held tester displayMeasurement ItemNormal Condition*
FUEL SYS #1
Fuel System Bank 1
OPEN: Air-fuel ratio feedback stopped
CLOSED: Air-fuel ratio feedback operating
Idling after warming up: CLOSED
CALC LOAD
Calculator Load:
Current intake air volume as a proportion of max.
intake air volumeIdling: 19.7 - 47.4 %
Racing without load (2,500rpm): 18.8 - 46.4 %
COOLANT TEMP.Engine Coolant Temp. Sensor ValueAfter warming up: 80 - 95°C (176 - 203°F)
SHORT FT #1Short-term Fuel Trim Bank 10 ± 20%
LONG FT #1Long-term Fuel Trim Bank 10 ± 20%
ENGINE SPDEngine SpeedIdling: 700 - 800 rpm
VEHICLE SPDVehicle SpeedVehicle Stopped: 0 km/h (0 mph)
IGN ADVANCEIgnition Advance:
Ignition Timing of Cylinder No. 1Idling: BTDC 7 - 14°
INTAKE AIRIntake Air Temp. Sensor ValueEquivalent to Ambient Temp.
MAPAbsolute Pressure Inside Intake Manifold
Idling: 20 - 48 kPa
Racing without load (2,500 rpm):
19 - 47 kPa
THROTTLE POS
Voltage Output of Throttle Position Sensor
Calculated as a percentage:
0 V "0%, 5 V "100%Throttle Fully Closed: 6 - 16 %
Throttle Fully Open: 64 - 98 %
O2S B1, S1Voltage Output of Heated Oxygen Sensor
Bank 1, Sensor 1Idling: 0.1 - 0.9 V
O2FT B1, S1Oxygen Sensor Fuel Trim Bank 1, Sensor 1
(Same as SHORT FT #1)0 ± 20 %
O2S B1, S2Voltage Output of Oxygen Sensor
Bank 1, Sensor 2Driving at 50 km/h (31 mph): 0.1 - 0.9 V
*: If no conditions are specifically stated for ºldlingº, it means the shift lever is at N or P position, the A/C switch
is OFF and all accessory switches are OFF.

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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)DTC No.
(See Page)
Detection ItemTrouble AreaMIL*Memory
P0171
(DI-49)System too Lean
(Fuel Trim)
Air intake (hose loose)
Fuel line pressure
Injector blockage
Oxygen sensor malfunction
Manifold absolute pressure sensor
Engine coolant temp. sensor

P0172
(DI-49)System too Rich
(Fuel Trim)
Fuel line pressure
Injector blockage, leak
Oxygen sensor malfunction
Manifold absolute pressure sensor
Engine coolant temp. sensor

P0300
(DI-52)Random/Multiple Cylinder
Misfire DetectedIgnition system
Injector
FlliP0301
P0302
P0303
P0304
(DI-52)Misfire Detected
- Cylinder 1
- Cylinder 2
- Cylinder 3
- Cylinder 4Fuel line pressure
Compression pressure
Valve clearance not to specification
Valve timing
Manifold absolute pressure sensor
Engine coolant temp. sensor

P0325
(DI-57)Knock Sensor 1 Circuit
MalfunctionOpen or short in knock sensor 1 circuit
Knock sensor 1 (looseness)
ECM

P0335
(DI-60)Crankshaft Position Sensor
Circuit ºAº Malfunction
Open or short in crankshaft position sensor circuit
Crankshaft position sensor
Starter
ECM

P0340
(DI-63)Camshaft Position Sensor
Circuit Malfunction
Open or short in camshaft position sensor circuit
Camshaft position sensor
Starter
ECM

P0420
(DI-73)Catalyst System Efficiency
Below ThresholdThree-way catalytic converter
Open or short in (heated) oxygen sensor circuit
(Heated) oxygen sensor

P0500
(DI-76)Vehicle Speed Sensor
Malfunction
Open or short in vehicle speed sensor circuit
Vehicle speed sensor
Speedometer cable
ECM

P0505
(DI-78)Idle Control System
Malfunction
IAC valve is stuck or closed
Open or short in IAC valve circuit
Open or short in AC1 switch circuit
Air intake (hose loose)

*: 


MIL lights up

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P01242
750
450
100 (3.96)
3.6
1.2
(840) 2.4
150
60 20
(112)kPa mmHg
Manifold Absolute Pressure
Output Voltage
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
CIRCUIT INSPECTION
DTC P0105 Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric
Pressure Circuit Malfunction
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
By a built-in sensor unit, the manifold absolute pressure sensor
detects the intake manifold pressure as a voltage. The ECM
then determines the basic injection duration and basic injection
advance angle based on this voltage. Since the manifold abso-
lute pressure sensor does not use the atmospheric pressure as
a criterion, but senses the absolute pressure inside the intake
manifold (the pressure in proportion to the present absolute
vacuum 0), it is not influenced by fluctuations in the atmospheric
pressure due to high altitude and other factors. This permits it
to control the air-fuel ratio at the proper lever under all condi-
tions.
DTC No.DTC Detection ConditionTrouble Area
P0105Open or short manifold absolute pressure sensor circuit

Open or short in manifold absolute pressure sensor circuit

Manifold absolute pressure sensor

ECM
If the ECM detects DTC P0105, it operates the fail-safe function, keeping the ignition timing and injection
volume constant and making it possible to drive the vehicle.
HINT:
After confirming DTC P0105, use the OBDII scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester to confirm the manifold
absolute pressure from the CURRENT DATA.
Manifold absolute pressureTrouble Area
0 kPaPIM circuit short
130 kPa or more
VC circuit open or short
PIM circuit open
E2 circuit open

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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
DTC P0300 Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
DTC P0301 Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
DTC P0302 Cylinder 2 Misfire Detected
DTC P0303 Cylinder 3 Misfire Detected
DTC P0304 Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
Misfire: The ECM uses the crankshaft position sensor and camshaft position sensor to monitor changes in
the crankshaft rotation for each cylinder.
The ECM counts the number of times the engine speed change rate indicates that misfire has occurred. And
when the misfire rate equals or exceeds the count indicating that the engine condition has deteriorated, the
MIL lights up.
If the misfire rate is high enough and the driving conditions will cause catalyst overheating, the MIL blinks
when misfiring occurs.
DTC No.DTC Detection ConditionTrouble Area
P0300Misfiring of random cylinders is detected during any particular
200 or 1,000 revolutions
Ignition system


Injector
P0301
P0302
For any particular 200 revolutions of the engine, misfiring is
detected which can cause catalyst overheating
(This causes MIL to blink)

Injector

Fuel line pressure

Compression pressure

Valve clearance not to specification
P0302
P0303
P0304For any particular 1,000 revolutions of the engine, misfiring is
detected which causes a deterioration in emissions
(2 trip detection logic)
Valve clearance not to s ecification

Valve timing

Manifold absolute pressure sensor

Engine coolant temp. sensor
HINT:
When the 2 or more codes for a misfiring cylinder are recorded repeatedly but no Random Misfire code is
recorded, it indicates that the misfires were detected and recorded at different times.
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DI-57
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
DTC P0325 Knock Sensor 1 Circuit Malfunction
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
A knock sensor is fitted to the cylinder block to detect engine knocking. This sensor contains a piezoelectric
element which generates a voltage when it becomes deformed, which occurs when the cylinder block vi-
brates due to knocking. If engine knocking occurs, ignition timing is retarded to suppress it.
DTC No.DTC Detection ConditionTrouble Area
P0325
No knock sensor 1 signal to ECM with engine speed 1,200 rpm
or more
(2 trip detection logic)
Open or short in knock sensor 1 circuit

Knock sensor 1 (looseness)

ECM
If the ECM detects the above diagnosis conditions, it operates the fail-safe function in which the corrective
retard angle value is set to the maximum value.
WIRING DIAGRAM
DI012-20

S00591
From Battery
Ignition Coil
Spark Plug
IGC1
IGC2
GND TA C IGT1
IGT2
To Tachometer ECM G
NE
No.1 Cylinder
No.4 Cylinder
Various
Sensor
IGF
No.2 Cylinder
No.3 Cylinder Camshaft
Position
Sensor
Crankshaft
Position
SensorIgniter
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
DTC P1300 Ignition Circuit Malfunction
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
A DIS (Direct Ignition System) has been adopted. The DIS improves the ignition timing accuracy, reduces
high-voltage loss, and enhances the overall reliability of the ignition system by eliminating the distributor.
The DIS is a 2-cylinder simultaneous ignition system which ignites 2 cylinders simultaneously with one igni-
tion coil. In the 2-cylinder simultaneous ignition system, each of the 2 spark plugs is connected to the end
of the secondary winding. High voltage generated in the secondary winding is applied directly to the 2 spark
plugs. The sparks of the 2 spark plugs pass simultaneously from the center electrode to the ground elec-
trode.
The ECM determines ignition timing end outputs the ignition signals (IGT) for each cylinder. Based on IGT
signals, the igniter controls the primary ignition signals (IGC) for all ignition coils. At the same time, the igniter
also sends an ignition confirmation signal (IGF) as a fail-safe measure to the ECM.
DTC No.DTC Detection ConditionTrouble Area
P1300No IGF signal to ECM while engine is running

Open or short in IGF or IGT circuit from igniter to ECM

Igniter

ECM
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CO/HC Meter
- ENGINE MECHANICALCO/HC
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
CO/HC
INSPECTION
HINT:
This check is used only to determine whether or not the idle CO/
HC complies with regulations.
1. INITIAL CONDITIONS
(a) Engine coolant at normal operating temperature.
(b) Air cleaner installed.
(c) All pipes and hoses of air induction system connected.
(d) All accessories switched OFF.
(e) All vacuum lines properly connected.
HINT:
All vacuum hoses for EGR systems, etc. should be properly
connected.
(f) SFI system wiring connectors fully plugged.
(g) Ignition timing set correctly.
(h) Transmission in neutral position.
(i) CO/HC meter calibrated by hand.
2. START ENGINE
3. RACE ENGINE AT 2,500 RPM FOR APPROX. 180 SE-
CONDS
4. INSERT CO/HC METER TESTING PROBE AT LEAST
40 cm (1.3 ft) INTO TAILPIPE DURING IDLING
5. IMMEDIATELY CHECK CO/HC CONCENTRATION AT
IDLE AND/OR 2,500 RPM
HINT:
When doing the 2 mode (2,500 rpm and idle) test, follow the
measurement order prescribed by the applicable local regula-
tions.

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- ENGINE MECHANICALVALVE CLEARANCE
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
VALVE CLEARANCE
INSPECTION
HINT:
Inspect and adjust the valve clearance when the engine is cold.
1. DISCONNECT PCV HOSES FROM CYLINDER HEAD
COVER
2. REMOVE HIGH- TENSION CORDS AND IGNITION
COILS FROM SPARK PLUGS
3. REMOVE CYLINDER HEAD COVER
(a) Remove the oil filler cap.
(b) Remove the 5 cap nuts and seal washers.
(c) Pry out the cylinder head cover, and remove the cover
and gasket.
4. SET NO.1 CYLINDER TO TDC/COMPRESSION
(a) Turn the crankshaft pulley, and align its groove with the
timing mark º0º of the No.1 timing belt cover.
(b) Check that the valve lifters on the No.1 cylinder are loose
and valve lifters on the No.4 cylinder are tight.
If not, turn the crankshaft 1 complete revolution (360°) and align
the marks as above.
5. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE
(a) Check only the valves indicated.
(1) Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance be-
tween the valve lifter and camshaft.
(2) Record the out-of-specification valve clearance
measurements. They will be used later to determine
the required replacement adjusting shim.
Valve clearance (Cold):
Intake0.15 - 0.25 mm (0.006 - 0.010 in.)
Exhaust0.31 - 0.41 mm (0.012 - 0.016 in.)