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TOYOTA TERCEL 1996 Service Repair Manual IN0CI-02
IN-36
- INTRODUCTIONTERMS
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
GLOSSARY OF SAE AND TOYOTA TERMS
This glossary lists all SAE-J1930 terms and abbreviations used in this manual in compliance with SAE rec-
omm

IN0CI-02
IN-36
- INTRODUCTIONTERMS
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
GLOSSARY OF SAE AND TOYOTA TERMS
This glossary lists all SAE-J1930 terms and abbreviations used in this manual in compliance with SAE rec-
ommendations, as well as their TOYOTA equivalents.
SAE
ABBREVIATIONSSAE TERMSTOYOTA TERMS
( )--ABBREVIATIONS
A/CAir ConditioningAir Conditioner
ACLAir CleanerAir Cleaner, A/CL
AIRSecondary Air InjectionAir Injection (AI)
APAccelerator Pedal-
B+Battery Positive Voltage+B, Battery Voltage
BAROBarometric PressureHAC
CACCharge Air CoolerIntercooler
CARBCarburetorCarburetor
CFIContinuous Fuel Injection-
CKPCrankshaft PositionCrank Angle
CLClosed LoopClosed Loop
CMPCamshaft PositionCam Angle
CPPClutch Pedal Position-
CTOXContinuous Trap Oxidizer-
CTPClosed Throttle PositionLL ON, Idle ON
DFIDirect Fuel Injection (Diesel)Direct Injection (DI)
DIDistributor Ignition-
DLC1
DLC2
DLC3Data Link Connector 1
Data Link Connector 2
Data Link Connector 31: Check Connector
2: Total Diagnosis Comunication Link (TDCL)
3: OBD II Diagnostic Connector
DTCDiagnostic Trouble CodeDiagnostic Code
DTMDiagnostic Test Mode-
ECLEngine Control Level-
ECMEngine Control ModuleEngine ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
ECTEngine Coolant TemperatureCoolant Temperature, Water Temperature (THW)
EEPROMElectrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory
Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory
(EEPROM),
Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EPROM)
EFEEarly Fuel EvaporationCold Mixture Heater (CMH), Heat Control Valve (HCV)
EGRExhaust Gas RecirculationExhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
EIElectronic IgnitionTOYOTA Distributorless Ignition (TDI)
EMEngine ModificationEngine Modification (EM)
EPROMErasable Programmable Read Only MemoryProgrammable Read Only Memory (PROM)
EVAPEvaporative EmissionEvaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
FCFan Control-
FEEPROMFlash Electrically Erasable Programmable
Read Only Memory-
FEPROMFlash Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory-
FFFlexible Fuel-
FPFuel PumpFuel Pump
GENGeneratorAlternator
GNDGroundGround (GND)

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TOYOTA TERCEL 1996 Service Repair Manual - INTRODUCTIONTERMS
IN-37
1996 TERCEL (RM440U) HO2S
Heated Oxygen SensorHeated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S)
IACIdle Air ControlIdle Speed Control (ISC)
IATIntake Air TemperatureIntake or Inlet Air Temperatu

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TOYOTA TERCEL 1996 Service Repair Manual MA001-24
- MAINTENANCEOUTSIDE VEHICLE
MA-1
39 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
OUTSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
The owners are responsible for these maintenance and inspection items.
They can

MA001-24
- MAINTENANCEOUTSIDE VEHICLE
MA-1
39 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
OUTSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
The owners are responsible for these maintenance and inspection items.
They can be done by the owner or they can have them done at a service shop.
These items include those which should be checked on a daily basis, those which, in most cases, do not
require (special) tools and those which are considered to be reasonable for the owner to do.
Items and procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
1. GENERAL NOTES
Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.
Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.
Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).
Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
otherwise noted.
Failure to do even one item can cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. TIRES
(a) Check the pressure with a gauge.
If necessary, adjust.
(b) Check for cuts, damage or excessive wear.
3. WHEEL NUTS
When checking the tires, check the nuts for looseness or for missing nuts.
If necessary, tighten them.
4. TIRE ROTATION
Check the owner's manual supplement in which the maintenance schedule is shown.
5. WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Check for wear or cracks whenever they do not wipe clean.
If necessary, replace.
6. FLUID LEAKS
(a) Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other fluid.
(b) If you smell gasoline fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected.
7. DOORS AND ENGINE HOOD
(a) Check that all doors and includiing the trunk lid operate smoothly, and that all latches lock securely.
(b) Check that the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the primary latch
is released.

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TOYOTA TERCEL 1996 Service Repair Manual MA002-30
MA-2
- MAINTENANCEINSIDE VEHICLE
40 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
INSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
The owners are responsible for these maintenance and inspection items.
They can b

MA002-30
MA-2
- MAINTENANCEINSIDE VEHICLE
40 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
INSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
The owners are responsible for these maintenance and inspection items.
They can be done by the owner or they can have them done at a service shop.
These items include those which should be checked on a daily basis, those which, in most cases, do not
require (special) tools and those which are considered to be reasonable for the owner to do.
Items and procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
1. GENERAL NOTES
Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.
Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.
Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).
Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
otherwise noted.
Failure to do even one item can cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. LIGHTS
(a) Check that the headlights, stop lights, taillights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all working.
(b) Check the headlight aim.
3. WARNING LIGHTS AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers function properly.
4. HORN
Check that it is working.
5. WINDSHIELD
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
6. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
7. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Check that air comes out from the defroster outlet when operating the heater or air conditioner.
8. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
9. SUN VISORS
Check that they move freely and are mounted securely.
10. STEERING WHEEL
Check that it has the specified freeplay. Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering,
excessive freeplay or strange noises.
11. SEATS
(a) Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback reliner, etc. operate smoothly.
(b) Check that all latches lock securely in any position.
(c) Check that the locks hold securely in any latched position.
(d) Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks hold securely in any
latched position.
(e) For fold-down rear seat backs, check that the latches lock securely.
12. SEAT BELTS
(a) Check that the seat belt system such as the buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and
smoothly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged.

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TOYOTA TERCEL 1996 Service Repair Manual MA003-28
MA-4
- MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
42 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
UNDER HOOD
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. GENERAL NOTES
Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owners

MA003-28
MA-4
- MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
42 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
UNDER HOOD
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. GENERAL NOTES
Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.
Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.
Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).
Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
otherwise noted.
Failure to do even one item can cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
3. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the FULL and LOW lines on the see-through reservoir.
4. RADIATOR AND HOSES
(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt or bugs.
(b) Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
5. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check that the electrolyte level of all battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on the case.
If level is low, add distilled water only.
6. BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID LEVELS
(a) Check that the brake fluid level is near the upper level line on the see-through reservoir.
(b) Check that the clutch fluid level is within ±5 mm (0.20 in.). of the reservoir hem.
7. ENGINE DRIVE BELTS
Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.
8. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off.
9. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
(a) Check the level.
(b) The level should be in the HOT or COLD range depending on the fluid temperature.
10. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
(b) With the engine idling and the parking brake applied, shift the selector into all positions from the P to
L, and then shift into the P position.
(c) Turn and pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean rag. Reinsert the dipstick and check
that the fluid level is in the HOT range.
(d) Do this check with the fluid at normal driving temperature (70 - 80°C, 158 - 176°F).
If the If the level is at the low side, add fluid.
NOTICE:
Do not overfill.
HINT:
Wait until the engine cools down (approx. 30 min.) before checking the fluid level after extended driving at
high speeds, in hot weather, in heavy traffic or pulling a trailer.
11. EXHAUST SYSTEM
Visually inspect for cracks, holes or loose supports.
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have the cause located
and corrected.

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TOYOTA TERCEL 1996 Service Repair Manual MA00R-19
MA0659
Upper Lower
- MAINTENANCEENGINE
MA-5
43 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
ENGINE
INSPECTION
HINT:
Inspect these items when the engine is cold.
1. REPLACE TIMING BELT (See pages EM

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TOYOTA TERCEL 1996 Service Repair Manual MA02M-05
- MAINTENANCEBODY
MA-9
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
BODY
INSPECTION
1. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY
(a) Tighten the front seat-to-body mounting bolts.
Torque: 37 N�

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TOYOTA TERCEL 1996 Service Repair Manual - PREPARATIONENGINE MECHANICAL
PP-3
50 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
(09248-05410)Valve Lifter Press
(09248-05420)Valve Lifter Stopper
09309-37010Transmission Bearing ReplacerCrankshaft front

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