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B02389
B02390
HEAT METHOD: When the problem seems to occur when the suspect area is heated. 2
NOTICE:3 WATER SPRINKLING METHOD:
(1)
(2)
4 OTHER: When a malfunction seems to occur when electrical load is excessive.When the malfunction seems to occur on a rainy day or in a
high-humidity condition. Heat the component that is the likely cause of the malfunction
with a hair dryer or similar object. Check to see if the malfunction
occurs.
Sprinkle water onto the vehicle and check to see if the malfunc-
tion occurs.
Turn on all electrical loads including the heater blower, head
lights, rear window defogger, etc. and check to see if the mal-
function occurs.ON HINT:
If a vehicle is subject to water leakage, the leaked water may
contaminate the ECU. When testing a vehicle with a water leak-
age problem, special caution must be taken.
Malfunc-
tion
Do not heat to more than 60°C (140°F). (Temperature
is limited not to damage the components.)
Do not apply heat directly to parts in the ECU. (1)
(2)
Never sprinkle water directly into the engine compart-
ment, but indirectly change the temperature and hu-
midity by applying water spray onto the radiator front
surface.
Never apply water directly onto the electronic compo-
nents. NOTICE:
- INTRODUCTIONHOW TO TROUBLESHOOT ECU CONTROLLED
SYSTEMSIN-21
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
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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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PP30T-01
PP-14
- PREPARATIONCOOLING
61 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
COOLING
SST (Special Service Tools)
09230-01010Radiator Service Tool Set
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PP190-02
PP-16
- PREPARATIONCOOLING
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
EQUIPMENT
Radiator cap tester
Torque wrench
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SS0N9-04
- SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSCOOLING
SS-13
143 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
COOLING
SERVICE DATA
ThermostatValve opening temperature
Valve lift at 95°C (203°F)80 - 84°C (176 - 183°F)
8 mm (0.31 in.) or more
Radiator capRelief valve opening pressure STD
Minimum74 - 103 kPa (0.75 - 1.05 kgf/cm2, 10.7 - 14.9 psi)
59 kPa (0.6 kgf/cm2, 8.5 psi)
No. 1 electric
cooling fanRotating amperage M/T
A/T5.7 - 7.7 A
8.6 - 11.6 A
No. 2 electric
cooling fanRotating amperage6.4 - 7.4 A
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SS0NA-03
SS-14
- SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSCOOLING
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightenedN´mkgf´cmft´lbf
Drain plug x Cylinder block2525018
Water pump x Cylinder block17.517513
Oil dipstick guide x RH engine mounting bracket18.518514
Water inlet pipe x Cylinder block7.57565 in.´lbf
Intake manifold stay x Cylinder block2020015
Water inlet x Water outlet housing5.05043 in.´lbf
Radiator upper support x Body121209
Oil cooler x Radiator lower tank Nut A
Nut B, C15.0
8.5150
8511
75 in.´lbf
No. 1 cooling fan x Radiator7.07061 in.´lbf
No. 2 cooling fan x Radiator7.07061 in.´lbf
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P20496
P20406
- ENGINE MECHANICALCYLINDER HEAD
EM-25
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
16. REMOVE WATER INLET AND OUTLET HOUSING
(a) Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sender
gauge connector.
(b) Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor con-
nector.
(c) Disconnect the fan engine coolant temperature switch
connector.
(d) Disconnect the 2 radiator hoses.
(e) Disconnect the water inlet hose.
(f) Disconnect the heater outlet hose.
(g) Remove the bolt, 2 nuts, the water inlet and outlet hous-
ing.
17. REMOVE EXHAUST MANIFOLD
(a) Remove the 3 bolts and heat insulator.
(b) Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and exhaust manifold stay.
(c) Remote the 6 nuts, exhaust manifold and gasket.
18. REMOVE DELIVERY PIPE AND INJECTORS (See
page MF-18)
19. DISCONNECT BRAKE BOOSTER AND MAP VACUUM
HOSES
20. REMOVE INTAKE MANIFOLD
(a) Disconnect the engine wire clamps from the intake man-
ifold stay.
(b) Remove the bolt, nut and intake manifold stay.
(c) Remove the 2 bolts, 3 nuts, intake manifold and gasket
with air pipe.
21. 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.
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EM-52
- ENGINE MECHANICALCYLINDER HEAD
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
HINT:
Avoid applying an excess amount to the surface. Be especially
careful near oil passages.
Parts must be assembled within 15 minutes of ap-
plication. Otherwise, the material must be removed
and reapplied.
Immediately remove nozzle from tube and reinstall
cap.
Do not pour in any coolant until at least 2 hours after
installation is completed.
(c) Install the water outlet housing with the bolt and 2 nuts.
Torque: 17.5 N´m (175 kgf´cm, 13 ft´lbf)
(d) Connect the 2 radiator hoses.
(e) Connect the water inlet hose.
(f) Connect the heater outlet hose.
(g) Connect the engine coolant temperature sensor connec-
tor.
(h) Connect the engine coolant temperature sender gauge
connector.
(i) Connect the fan engine coolant temperature switch con-
nector.
20. INSTALL CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR AND EGR
VSV
(a) Install a new O-ring to the position sensor.
(b) Install the position sensor with the bolt.
Torque: 8.0 N´m (80 kgf´cm, 69 in.´lbf)
(c) Install the EGR VSV with the bolt.
Torque: 17.5 N´m (175 kgf´cm, 13 in.´lbf)
(d) Connect the position sensor and EGR VSV connectors.
21. INSTALL EGR VALVE AND VACUUM MODULATOR
(a) Install a new gasket and the EGR valve with the 2 nuts.
Torque: 30 N´m (300 kgf´cm, 22 in.´lbf)
(b) Install the EGR vacuum modulator and bracket with the
bolt.