1996 TOYOTA TERCEL parking brake

AX-6
- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A242L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM (A242L)
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
EVALUATION (If N " D or N " R time lag is longer than the specified):
ProblemPossible cause
N " D time lag is longer
Line pressure too low

Forward clutch worn
N " R time lag is longer

Line pressure too low

Direct clutch worn

1st and reverse brake worn
5. HYDRAULIC TEST
(a) Measure the line pressure.
(1) Warm up the ATF.
(2) Remove the transaxle case test plug and mount SST (See page AX-29).
SST 09992-00094 (09992-00150, 09992-00270)
NOTICE:

Do the test at normal operating ATF temperature 50 - 80°C (122 - 176 °F).

The line pressure test should always be carried out in pairs. One should observe the conditions
of wheels or wheel stoppers outside the vehicle while the other is doing the test.
(3) Chock the 4 wheels.
(4) Fully apply the parking brake.
(5) Start the engine and check the idle speed.
(6) Keep your left foot pressing firmly on the brake pedal and shift into the D position.
(7) Measure the line pressure when the engine is idling.
(8) Fully depress the accelerator pedal. Quickly read the highest line pressure when the engine
speed reaches the stall speed.
NOTICE:
Release the accelerator pedal and stop the test if the wheels begin to rotate before the engine speed
reaches the specified stall speed.
(9) In the same way, do the test in the R position.
Specified line pressure:
D positionIdling
Stall373 - 422 kPa (3.8 - 4.3 kgf/cm2, 54 - 61 psi)
902 - 1,049 kPa (9.2 - 10.7 kgf/cm2, 131 - 152 psi)
R position Idling
Stall549 - 706 kPa (5.6 - 7.2 kgf/cm2, 80 - 102 psi)
1,638 - 1,902 kPa (16.7 - 19.4 kgf/cm2, 238 - 276 psi)
(10) If the measured pressures are not up to specified values, recheck the throttle cable adjustment
and retest it.

- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A242L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM (A242L)
AX-7
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
EVALUATION
ProblemPossible cause
If the measured values at all positions are higher.

Throttle cable out of adjustment

Throttle valve defective

Regulator valve defective
If the measured values at all positions are lower.

Throttle cable out of adjustment

Throttle valve defective

Regulator valve defective

Oil pump defective

U/D one-way clutch not operating properly
If pressure is low in the D position only.

D position circuit fluid leakage

Forward clutch defective

U/D one-way clutch not operating properly
If pressure is low in the R position only.

R position circuit fluid leakage

Direct clutch defective

1st and reverse brake defective

U/D one-way clutch not operating properly
(b) Measure the governor pressure.
(1) Warm up the ATF.
(2) Remove the transaxle case test plug and mount SST (See page AX-29).
SST 09992-00094 (09992-00111, 09992-00270)
NOTICE:

Do the test at normal operating fluid temperature 50 - 80 °C (122 - 176 °F).

Check that the throttle cable is adjusted within the specifications.

Check that the tire pressures are adjusted according to the specifications.
(3) Check the parking brake to see that it is not applied.
(4) Start the engine.
(5) Shift into the D position and measure the governor pressures at the speeds specified in the table.
EVALUATION
ProblemPossible cause
If governor pressure is defective.

Line pressure defective

Fluid leakage in governor pressure circuit

Governor valve operation defective
Vehicle speed (Reference)Governor pressure
30 km/h (19 mph)59 - 137 kPa (0.6 - 1.4 kgf/cm2, 9 - 20 psi)
60 km/h (37 mph)196 - 275 kPa (2.0 - 2.8 kgf/cm2, 28 - 40 psi)
90 km/h (56 mph)363 - 441 kPa (3.7 - 4.5 kgf/cm2, 53 - 64 psi)
6. ROAD TEST
NOTICE:
Do this test at normal operating ATF temperature 50 - 80 °C (122 - 176 °F).
(a) D position test.
Shift into the D position and while driving with the accelerator pedal held constantly at the throttle valve
fully open, check on the following points:
(1) 1 " 2, 2 " 3 and 3 "O/D up-shifts should take place, and shift points should conform to those
shown in the automatic shift schedule (See page SS-30).

- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A242L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM (A242L)
AX-9
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
EVALUATION
ProblemPossible cause
If these is no engine braking effect.
1st & reverse brake is defective.
(3) Check for abnormal noise during acceleration and deceleration.
(e) R position test.
Shift into the R position and, while running at full throttle, check for slipping.
(f) P position test.
Stop the vehicle on a gradient (more than 5°) and, after shifting into the P position, release the parking
brake. Then check that the parking lock pawl prevents the vehicle from moving.

AX07X-05
- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A242L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM (A242L)
AX-13
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
ON-VEHICLE:
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Does not move in any forward position
4. Forward clutch (C1)
5. No.2 one-way clutch (F
2)
6. 1st & reverse brake (B
3)
7. 2nd brake (B
2)
8. 2nd coast brake (B
1)
9. Direct clutch (C
2)












Does not move in reverse position
1. 2nd coast brake (B1)
2. Front planetary gear
3. Rear planetary gear
4. 1 - 2 shift valve
5. 2 - 3 shift valve
6. Direct clutch (C
2)
7. U/D clutch (C
3)
8. 1st and reverse brake (B
3)
















Does not move in any forward position or reverse position
1. Parking lock pawl
2. Manual valve
3. U/D one-way clutch (F
3)
4. U/D clutch (C
3)
5. U/D brake (B
0)
6. Front planetary gear
7. Rear planetary gear
8. U/D planetary gear
9. Torque converter clutch
















AX-34
No-up shift
(1st " 2nd)1. 1 - 2 shift valve
2. 2nd brake (B
2)
3. No.1 one-way clutch (F
1)






No-up shift
(2nd " 3rd)1. 2 - 3 shift valve
2. Direct clutch (C
2)




No-up shift
(3rd " O/D)1. U/D brake (B0)
2. 3 - 4 shift valve



No-down shift
(O/D " 3rd)3 - 4 shift valve

No-down shift
(3rd " 2nd)2 - 3 shift valve

No-down shift
(2nd " 1st)1. 1 - 2 shift valve
2. 2nd coast brake (B
1)




Shift point too high or too low
1. Governor valve
2. 1 - 2 shift valve
3. 2 - 3 shift valve
4. 3 - 4 shift valveAX-21






Up-shifts 3rd " O/D with O/D main switch ''OFF''Electric control systemAX-2
Harsh engagement
(N " R)1. Direct clutch (C2)
2. 1st & reverse brake (B
3)
3. Accumulator control valve






Harsh engagement
(N " D)1. Forward clutch (C1)
2. C
1 accumulator




Harsh engagement
(N " L)Low coast modulator valve

BR0R9-06
BR-2
- BRAKETROUBLESHOOTING
876 Author
: Date
:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Lower pedal or spongy pedal
1. Brake system (Fluid leaks)
2. Brake system (Air in)
3. Piston seals (Worn or damaged)
4. Rear brake shoe clearance (Out of adjustment)
5. Master cylinder (Faulty)
6. Booster push rod (Out of adjustment)DI-145
BR-4
BR-23
BR-33
BR-9
BR-18
Brake drag
1. Brake pedal freeplay (Minimal)
2. Parking brake lever travel (Out of adjustment)
3. Parking brake wire (Sticking)
4. Rear brake shoe clearance (Out of adjustment)
5. Pad or lining (Cracked or distorted)
6. Piston (Stuck)
7. Piston (Frozen)
8. Anchor or return spring (Faulty)
9. Booster push rod (Out of adjustment)
10. Booster system (Vacuum leaks)
11. Master cylinder (Faulty)BR-6
BR-8
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BR-33
BR-20
BR-29
BR-23
BR-23
BR-29
BR-16
BR-16
BR-9
Brake pull
1. Piston (Stuck)
2. Pad or lining (Oily)
3. Piston (Frozen)
4. Disc (Scored)
5. Pad or lining (Cracked or distorted)BR-23
BR-20
BR-29
BR-23
BR-23
BR-20
BR-29
Hard pedal but brake inefficient
1. Brake system (Fluid leaks)
2. Brake system (Air in)
3. Pad or lining (Worn)
4. Pad or lining (Cracked or distorted)
5. Rear brake shoe clearance (Out of adjustment)
6. Pad or lining (Oily)
7. Pad or lining (Glazed)
8. Disc (Scored)
9. Booster push rod (Out of adjustment)
10. Booster system (Vacuum leaks)DI-145
BR-4
BR-20
BR-29
BR-20
BR-29
BR-33
BR-20
BR-29
BR-20
BR-29
BR-23
BR-16
BR-9

R12355
Pedal Freeplay
BR4228
Pedal Reserve Distance
- BRAKEBRAKE PEDAL
BR-7
881 Author
: Date
:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
3. CHECK PEDAL FREEPLAY
(a) Stop the engine and depress the brake pedal several
times until there is no more vacuum left in the booster.
(b) Push in the pedal by hand until the resistance begins to
be felt, then measure the distance, as shown.
Pedal freeplay: 1 - 6 mm (0.04 - 0.24 in.)
If incorrect, check the stop light switch clearance. If the clear-
ance is OK, then troubleshoot the brake system.
4. CHECK PEDAL RESERVE DISTANCE
(a) Release the parking brake.
(b) With the engine running, depress the pedal and measure
the pedal reserve distance.
Pedal reserve distance from asphalt sheet at 490 N
(50 kgf, 110.2 lbf):
w/o ABS: More than 60 mm (2.36 in.)
w/ ABS: More than 55 mm (2.17 in.)
If the reserve distance is incorrect, troubleshoot the brake sys-
tem.

BR0786
BR0RC-06
BR5045
BR-8
- BRAKEPARKING BRAKE LEVER
882 Author
: Date
:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK PARKING BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL
Pull the parking brake lever all the way up, and count the num-
ber of clicks.
Parking brake lever travel at 196 N (20 kgf, 44.1 lbf):
5 - 8 clicks
2. IF NECESSARY, ADJUST PARKING BRAKE
HINT:
Before adjusting the parking brake, make sure that the rear
brake shoe clearance has been adjusted.
For shoe clearance adjustment, see step 2 on page BR-33.
(a) Remove the console box.
(b) Loosen the lock nut and turn the adjusting nut until the le-
ver travel is correct.
(c) Tighten the lock nut.
Torque: 5.4 N´m (55 kgf´cm, 48 in.´lbf)
(d) Install the console box.

BR4387
BR3027
SST
BR0370
- BRAKEREAR DRUM BRAKE
BR-31
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
(d) Using pliers, disconnect the parking brake cable from the
parking brake lever and remove the rear shoe.
6. REMOVE AUTOMATIC ADJUSTING LEVER AND
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
(a) Remove the E-ring.
(b) Remove the automatic adjusting lever.
(c) Remove the C-washer.
(d) Remove the parking brake lever.
7. REMOVE WHEEL CYLINDER
(a) Using SST, disconnect the brake line. Use a container to
catch the brake fluid.
SST 09751-3601 1
Torque: 15 N´m (155 kgf´cm, 11 ft´lbf)
(b) Remove the 2 bolts and the wheel cylinder.
Torque: 10 N´m (100 kgf´cm, 7 ft´lbf)
8. DISASSEMBLE WHEEL CYLINDER
Remove the these parts from the wheel cylinder.

2 boots

2 pistons

2 piston cups

Spring