1996 TOYOTA TERCEL steering wheel

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(3) Even in cases of a minor collision where the SRS
does not deploy, the steering wheel pad (See page
RS-9) and front passenger airbag assembly (See
page RS-22) should be inspected.
(4) Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When
replacing parts, replace them with new parts.
(5) Before repairs, remove the airbag sensor if shocks
are likely to be attached to the sensor during re-
pairs.
(6) Never disassemble and repair the airbag sensor as-
sembly, steering wheel pad or front passenger air-
bag.
(7) If the airbag sensor assembly, steering wheel pad
or front passenger airbag have been dropped, or if
there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case,
bracket or connector, replace them with new ones.
(8) Do not directly expose the airbag sensor assembly,
steering wheel pad or front passenger airbag to hot
air or flames.
(9) Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 kW/V
minimum) for troubleshooting of the electrical cir-
cuit.
(10) Information labels are attached to the periphery of
the SRS components. Follow the instructions on the
notices.
(11) After work is completed, check the SRS warning
light for the supplemental restraint system (See
page DI-148).
(c) SPIRAL CABLE (in Combination Switch)
The steering wheel must be fitted correctly to the steering
column with the spiral cable at the neutral position, other-
wise cable disconnection and other troubles may result.
Refer to RS-19 of this manual concerning correct steer-
ing wheel installation.

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(d) STEERING WHEEL PAD (with Airbag)
(1) When removing the steering wheel pad or handling
a new steering wheel pad, it should be placed with
the pad top surface facing up.
Storing the pad with its metallic surface facing up-
ward may lead to a serious accident if the airbag de-
ploys for some reason. In addition do not store a
steering wheel pad on top of another one.
(2) Never measure the resistance of the airbag squib.
(This may cause the airbag to deploy, which is very
dangerous.)
(3) Grease should not be attached to the steering
wheel pad and the pad should not be cleaned with
detergents of any kind.
(4) Store the steering wheel pad where the ambient
temperature remains below 93°C (200°F), without
high humidity and away from electrical noise.
(5) When using electric welding, first disconnect the air-
bag connector (yellow color and 2 pins) under the
steering column near the combination switch con-
nector before starting work.
(6) When disposing of a vehicle or the steering wheel
pad alone, the airbag should be deployed using an
SST before disposal (See page RS-1 1).
Perform the operation in a safe place away from
electrical noise.

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2. FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A CATALYTIC CONVERTER
CAUTION:
If large amount of unburned gasoline flows into the converter, it may overheat and create a fire haz-
ard. To prevent this, observe the following precautions and explain them to your customer.
(a) Use only unleaded gasoline.
(b) Avoid prolonged idling.
Avoid running the engine at idle speed for more than 20 minutes.
(c) Avoid spark jump test.
(1) Perform spark jump test only when absolutely necessary. Perform this test as rapidly as possible.
(2) While testing, never race the engine.
(d) Avoid prolonged engine compression measurement.
Engine compression tests must be done as rapidly as possible.
(e) Do not run engine when fuel tank is nearly empty.
This may cause the engine to misfire and create an extra load on the converter.
(f) Avoid coasting with ignition turned off.
(g) Do not dispose of used catalyst along with parts contaminated with gasoline or oil.
3. IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH MOBILE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
For vehicles with mobile communication systems such as two-way radios and cellular telephones, observe
the following precautions.
(1) Install the antenna as far as possible away from the ECU and sensors of the vehicle's electronic
system.
(2) Install the antenna feeder at least 20 cm (7.87 in.) away from the ECU and sensors of the ve-
hicle's electronic systems. For details about ECU and sensors locations, refer to the section on
the applicable component.
(3) Avoid winding the antenna feeder together with other wiring as much as possible, and also avoid
running the antenna feeder parallel with other wire harnesses.
(4) Check that the antenna and feeder are correctly adjusted.
(5) Do not install powerful mobile communications system.
4. FOR USING OBD II SCAN TOOL OR TOYOTA HAND-HELD TESTER
CAUTION:
Observe the following items for safety reasons:

Before using the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester, the OBD II scan tool's instruc-
tion book or TOYOTA hand-held tester's operator manual should be read thoroughly.

Be sure to route all cables securely when driving with the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-
held tester connected to the vehicle. (i.e. Keep cables away from feet, pedals, steering wheel
and shift lever.)

Two persons are required when test driving with the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held
tester, one person to drive the vehicle and the other person to operate the OBD II scan tool or
TOYOTA hand-held tester.

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Natural Aspiration
No.Number
O/DOverdrive
OEMOriginal Equipment Manufacturing
OHCOverhead Camshaft
OHVOverhead Valve
OPTOption
O/SOversize
P & BVProportioning And Bypass Valve
PCSPower Control System
PCVPositive Crankcase Ventilation
PKBParking Brake
PPSProgressive Power Steering
PSPower Steering
PTOPower Take-Of f
R & PRack And Pinion
R/BRelay Block
RBSRecirculating Ball Type Steering
R/FReinforcement
RFSRigid Front Suspension
RHRight-Hand
RHDRight-Hand Drive
RLYRelay
ROMRead Only Memory
RrRear
RRRear-Engine Rear-Wheel Drive
RRSRigid Rear Suspension
RWDRear-Wheel Drive
SDNSedan
SENSensor
SICSStarting Injection Control System
SMTSequential Manual Transmission
SOCState Of Charge
SOHCSingle Overhead Camshaft
SPECSpecification
SPISingle Point Injection
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
SSMSpecial Service Materials
SSTSpecial Service Tools
STDStandard
STJCold-Start Fuel Injection
SWSwitch
SYSSystem
T/ATransaxle
TACHTachometer
TBIThrottle Body Electronic Fuel Injection

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Turbocharger
TCCSTOYOTA Computer-Controlled System
TCVTiming Control Valve
TDCTop Dead Center
TEMP.Temperature
TEMSTOYOTA Electronic Modulated Suspension
TISTotal Information System For Vehicle Development
T/MTransmission
TMCTOYOTA Motor Corporation
TMMKTOYOTA Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Inc.
TRACTraction Control System
TURBOTurbocharge
U/DUnderdrive
U/SUndersize
VCVVacuum Control Valve
VENTVentilator
VINVehicle Identification Number
VPSVariable Power Steering
VSCVehicle Skid Control
VSVVacuum Switching Valve
VTVVacuum Transmitting Valve
w/With
WGNWagon
W/HWire Harness
w/oWithout
1stFirst
2ndSecond
2WDTwo Wheel Drive Vehicle (4x2)
4WDFour Wheel Drive Vehicle (4x4)

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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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CHASSIS
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE
(a) Check the steering wheel freeplay (See page SR-10).
(b) Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.

Check that the tie rod ends do not have excessive
play.

Check that the dust seals and boots are not dam-
aged.

Check that the boot clamps are not loose.
2. INSPECT SRS AIRBAG (See page RS-2)
3. INSPECT STEERING GEAR HOUSING OIL
Check the steering gear housing for oil leakage.
4. INSPECT DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS
Check the drive shaft boots for clamp looseness, leakage or
damage.
5. INSPECT BALL JOINT AND DUST COVERS
(a) Inspect the ball joints for excessive looseness.
(1) Jack up the front of the vehicle and place wooden
blocks with a height of 180 - 200 mm (7.09 - 7.87
in.) under the front tires.
(2) Lower the jack until there is about half a load on the
front coil spring. Place stands under the vehicle for
safety.
(3) Make sure the front wheels are in a straightforward
position and block the wheel with chocks.
(4) Move the lower arm up and down, and check that
the ball joint has no excessive play.
Maximum ball joint vertical play: 0 mm (0 in.)
If there is play, replace the ball joint.

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BODY
INSPECTION
1. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY
(a) Tighten the front seat-to-body mounting bolts.
Torque: 37 N´m (375 kgf´cm, 27 ft´lbf)
(b) Under Severe Conditions:
In addition to the above maintenance items, check for
loose or missing nuts and bolts on the steering system,
drive train, suspension system, fuel tank mounts, engine
mounts, etc.
2. FINAL INSPECTION
(a) Check the operation of the body parts:

Hood:
Auxiliary catch operates properly
Hood locks securely when closed

Front and rear doors:
Door lock operates properly
Doors close properly

Luggage compartment door:
Door lock operates properly

Seats:
Seat adjusts easily and locks securely in any posi-
tion
Front seat back locks securely in any position
Folding-down rear seat backs lock securely
(b) Road test:

Check the engine and chassis for abnormal noises.

Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to
one side.

Check that the brakes work properly and do not
drag.
(b) Be sure to deliver a clean car.
Especially check the steering wheel, shift lever knob, all
switch knobs, door handles and seats.