1996 TOYOTA TERCEL Tune up

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PP-6
- PREPARATIONENGINE MECHANICAL
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
EQUIPMENT
Caliper gauge
CO/HC meter
Compression gauge
Connecting rod aligner
Cylinder gauge
Dial indicator
Dye penetrant
Engine tune-up tester
Heater
Magnetic finger
Micromerer
OBD II scan toolIdle speed
Piston ring compressor
Piston ring expander
Plastigage
Precision straight edge
Soft brush
Spring testerValve spring
Steel squareValve spring
Torque wrench
Valve seat cutter
Vernier calipers

SF1PQ-02
- MFIMFI SYSTEM
MF-1
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
MFI SYSTEM
PRECAUTION
1. BEFORE WORKING ON FUEL SYSTEM, DISCON-
NECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE FROM BAT-
TERY
HINT:
Any diagnostic trouble code retained by the computer will be
erased when the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected.
Therefore, if necessary, read the diagnosis before disconnect-
ing the negative (-) terminal cable from the battery.
2. DO NOT SMOKE OR WORK NEAR AN OPEN FLAME
WHEN WORKING ON THE FUEL SYSTEM
3. KEEP GASOLINE AWAY FROM RUBBER OR LEATH-
ER PARTS
4. MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
(a) In event of engine misfire, the following precautions
should be taken.
(1) Check proper connection to battery terminals, etc.
(2) Handle higt-tension cords carefully.
(3) After repair work, check that the ignition coil termi-
nals and all other ignition system lines are recon-
nected securely.
(4) When cleaning the engine compartment, be espe-
cially careful to protect the electrical system from
water.
(b) Precautions when handling the oxygen sensor.
(1) Do not allow the oxygen sensor to drop or hit
against an object.
(2) Do not allow the sensor to come into contact with
water.
5. IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH MOBILE RADIO SYS-
TEM (HAM, CB, ETC.)
If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system,
refer to the precaution in the IN section.
6. AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM
(a) Separation of the engine oil dipstick, oil filler cap, PCV
hose, etc. may cause the engine out of tune.
(b) Disconnection, looseness or cracks in the parts of the air
induction system between the throttle body and cylinder
head will cause air suction and cause the engine out of
tune.
7. ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
(a) Before removing MFI wiring connectors, terminals, etc.,
first disconnect the power by either turning the ignition
switch to LOCK or disconnecting the negative (-) terminal
cable from the battery.

BE26P-01
BE-32
- BODY ELECTRICALCOMBINATION METER
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
COMBINATION METER
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. INSPECT SPEEDOMETER ON-VEHICLE
Using a speedometer tester, inspect the speedometer for allowable indication error and check the operation
of the odometer.
HINT:
Tire wear and tire over or under inflation will increase the indication error.
If error is excessive, replace the speedometer.
USA (mph)CANADA (km/h)
Standard indication Allowable rangeStandard indication Allowable range
20 18 - 24 20 16 - 26
40 38 - 45 40 38 - 48
60 59 - 67 60 56 - 69
80 79 - 88 80 76 - 90
100 100 - 110 100 96 - 110
120 114 - 131
140 134 - 152
160 152 - 174
2. INSPECT TACHOMETER
(a) Connect a tune-up test tachometer, and start the engine.
NOTICE:
Reversing the connection of the tachometer will damage the transistors and diodes inside. When re-
moving or installing the tachometer, be careful not to drop or subject it to heavy shocks.
(b) Compare the tester and tachometer indications.
DC 13.5 V 25°C (68°F)
Standard indication (rpm)Allowable range (rpm)
700610 - 750
3,0002,850 - 3,150
5,0004,850 - 5,150
7,0006,790 - 7,210
If error is excessive, replace the tachometer.