1996 TOYOTA TERCEL oil level

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MA-4
- MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
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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.

SS0N1-03
SS-36
- SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSSTEERING
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
STEERING
SERVICE DATA
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Steering wheel freeplayMaximum30 mm (1.18 in.)
Drive belt tension New belt140 - 180 lbf Drive belt tension New belt
Used belt
140 180 lbf
80 - 120 lbf
Maximum rise of oil level5 mm (0.20 in.)
Oil pressure at idle speed with valve closed Minimum6,374 kPa (65 kgf/cm2, 925 psi)
Steering effort at idle speedMaximum7.8 N´m (80 kgf´cm, 69 in.lbf)
PS VANE PUMP
Rotor shaft bushing oil clearance STD0.01 - 0.03 mm (0.0004 - 0.0012 in.) Rotor shaft bushing oil clearance STD
Maximum
0.01 0.03 mm (0.0004 0.0012 in.)
0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
Vane plate heightMinimum8.0 mm (0.315 in.)
Vane plate thickness Minimum1.77 mm (0.0697 in.)
Vane plate lengthMinimum14.97 mm (0.5894 in.)
Vane plate to rotor groove clearanceMaximum0.03 mm (0.0012 in.)
Vane plate length Pump rotor and cam ring mark Vane late length Pum rotor and cam ring mark
None14.996 - 14.998 mm (0.59039 - 0.59047 in.)None
1
14.996 - 14.998 mm (0.59039 - 0.59047 in.)
14.994 - 14.996 mm (0.59032 - 0.59039 in.)1
2
14.994 14.996 mm (0.59032 0.59039 in.)
14.992 - 14.994 mm (0.59024 - 0.59032 in.)2
3
14.992 14.994 mm (0.59024 0.59032 in.)
14.990 - 14.992 mm (0.59016 - 0.59024 in.)3
4
14.990 14.992 mm (0.59016 0.59024 in.)
14.988 - 14.990 mm (0.59008 - 0.59016 in.)
Spring free length36 - 38 mm (1.42 - 1.49 in.)
Vane pump rotating torqueMaximum0.3 N´m (2.8 kgf´cm, 2.4 in.´lbf) or less
MANUAL STEERING GEAR
Steering rack runout Maximum0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)
Pinion preload Turning0.23 - 0.32 N´m (2.3 - 3.3 kgf´cm, 2.0 - 2.9 in.lbf)
Total preload Turning0.6 - 1.2 N´m (6 - 12 kgf´cm, 5.2 - 10.4 in.´lbf)
PS GEAR
Steering rack runout Maximum0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)
Measure oil clearance STD0.050 - 0.083 mm (0.00197 - 0.00327 in.) Measure oil clearance STD
Maximum
0.050 0.083 mm (0.00197 0.00327 in.)
0.125 mm (0.00492 in.)
Total preload Turning0.8 - 1.4 N´m (8 - 14 kgf´cm, 6.9 - 12.2 in.´lbf)

P20412
Service Bolt Hole
P20409
P20415
Main Gear
Sub-Gear Service
Bolt
- ENGINE MECHANICALCYLINDER HEAD
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
29. REMOVE INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFTS
NOTICE:
Since the thrust clearance of the camshaft is small, the
camshaft must be held level while it is being removed. If the
camshaft is not kept level, the portion of the cylinder head
receiving the shaft thrust may crack or be damaged, caus-
ing the camshaft to seize or break. To avoid this, the follow-
ing steps should be carried out.
(a) Set the intake camshaft as shown in the illustration so that
the service bolt holes of the intake camshaft gears are di-
rectly above.
HINT:
This helps to lift the exhaust camshaft levelly and evenly by
pushing No.2 and No.4 cylinder cam lobes of the intake cam-
shaft toward their valve lifters.
(b) Remove the 4 bolts, No.1 and No.2 bearing caps.
(c) Remove the oil seal and housing plug.
(d) Secure the intake camshaft sub-gear to the main gear
with a service bolt.
Recommended service bolt:
Thread diameter6 mm
Thread pitch1.0 mm
Bolt length16 - 20 mm (0.63 - 0.79 in.)
HINT:
When removing the camshaft, make sure that the torsional
spring force of the sub-gear has been eliminated by the above
operation.

P20418
Main Gear
Sub-GearSST
P00400
No.3 Cylinder
No.4 Cylinder
P20378
8
6 13
24
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(e) Using snap ring pliers, install the snap ring.
(f) Using SST, align the holes of the camshaft main gear and
sub-gear by turning camshaft sub-gear clockwise, and
install a service bolt.
SST 09960-10010 (09962-01000, 09963-00500)
4. INSTALL INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFTS
NOTICE:
Since the thrust clearance of the camshaft is small, the
camshaft must be kept level while it is being installed. If the
camshaft is not kept level, the portion of the cylinder head
receiving the shaft thrust may crack or be damaged, caus-
ing the camshaft to seize or break. To avoid this, the follow-
ing steps should be carried out.
(a) Apply engine oil to the thrust portion of intake camshaft.
(b) Place the intake camshaft as shown in the illustration so
that the service bolt of the intake camshaft gears are di-
rectly above.
HINT:
This helps to lift the intake camshaft in a level and uniform man-
ner by pushing No.3 and No.4 cylinder cam lobes of the intake
camshaft toward their vale lifters.
(c) Install the 4 bearing caps in their proper locations.
(d) Temporarily tighten the bearing cap bolts uniformly and
alternately, in several passes, in the sequence shown un-
til the bearing caps are snug with the cylinder head.

CO0HQ-03
- COOLINGCOOLANT
CO-1
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
COOLANT
INSPECTION
1. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL AT RADIATOR RESERVOIR
The engine coolant level should be between the ºLOWº and ºFULLº lines.
If low, check for leaks and add engine coolant up to the ºFULLº line, ºwhen the engine is cold.º
2. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT QUALITY
(a) Remove the radiator cap.
CAUTION:
To avoid the danger of being burned, do not remove the radiator cap while the engine and radiator
are still hot, as fluid and steam can be blown out under pressure.
(b) There should not be any excessive deposits of rust or scale around the radiator cap or radiator filler
hole, and the coolant should be free from oil.
If excessively dirty, replace the coolant.
(c) Reinstall the radiator cap.

LU08A-06
LU1169
Oil Pressure Gauge
Oil Pressure Switch
LU1107
Adhesive
- LUBRICATIONOIL AND FILTER
LU-1
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
OIL AND FILTER
INSPECTION
1. CHECK ENGINE OIL QUALITY
Check the oil for deterioration, entry of water, discoloring or thin-
ning.
If the oil quality is visibly poor, replace it.
Oil grade:
API grade or SH Energy-Conserving II or ILSAC multi-
grade engine oil. Recommended viscosity is as
shown in the illustration, with SAE 5W-30 being the
prefferred engine oil.
2. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The oil level should be between the ºLº and ºFº marks on the dip-
stick.
If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the ºFº mark.
3. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH AND INSTALL OIL
PRESSURE GAUGE
(a) Remove the bolt and air intake connector.
(b) M/T only
Remove the 3 bolts, release cylinder and tube from the
transaxle.
(c) Remove the oil pressure switch.
(d) Install the oil pressure gauge.
4. WARM UP ENGINE
Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.
5. CHECK OIL PRESSURE
Oil pressure:
At idle speed
29 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm
2, 4.3 psi) or more
At 3,000 rpm
245 - 490 kPa (2.5 - 5.0 kgf/cm
2, 36 - 71 psi)
6. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE AND REINSTALL
OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
(a) Remove the oil pressure gauge.
(b) Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads of the oil pressure switch.
Adhesive:
Part No. 08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344,
LOCTITE 242 or eqivalent
(c) Reinstall the oil pressure switch.

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- LUBRICATIONOIL AND FILTER
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
4. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR LEAKS
5. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

LU-16
- LUBRICATIONOIL PUMP
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
(a) Place a new gasket on the exhaust pipe.
(b) Connect the exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold with 2
compresson springs and 2 bolts.
Torque: 62 N´m (630 kgf´cm, 46 ft´lbf)
6. w/ A/C:
INSTALL A/C COMPRESSOR AND MOUNTING
BRACKET
(a) Install the compressor mounting bracket with the 4 bolts.
Torque: 27 N´m (270 kgf´cm, 20 ft´lbf)
(b) Install the A/C compressor to the bracket with the 4 bolts.
Torque: 25 N´m (250 kgf´cm, 18 ft´lbf)
(c) Connect the A/C compressor connector.
7. INSTALL CRANKSHAFT TIMING PULLEY (See page
EM-17)
8. INSTALL TIMING BELT (See page EM-17)
9. INSTALL OIL DIPSTICK
10. FILL WITH ENGINE OIL
11. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR LEAKS
12. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
13. INSTALL HOOD