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1996 Toyota Tercel CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Toyota REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Pressure Switch, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel DX 1.5 L4 GAS

Disconnect electrical connector at pressure switch.
R...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> 1993-94 Land Cruiser -> ABS Computer -> Anti-Lock Brake System Circuit Check -> Avalon, Camry & Land Cruiser -> Avalon, Supra, 1994-96 Camry & Celica -> Brake Actuator -> Brake Lines -> Brake System Bleed -> Celica -> Celica 4WD -> Component Replacement -> Control Relays -> Except Avalon, RAV4, Supra, 1994-96 Camry & Celica -> Except Avalon, Supra, 1994-96 Camry & Celica -> Except Celica 4WD -> Except Celica 4WD, RAV4 & 1993-94 Land Cruiser -> Except Celica, Pickup, Tacoma, T100, 4Runner, Avalon, Camry & Land Cruiser -> Except Land Cruiser, Pickup, Tacoma, T100 & 4Runner -> Front Speed Sensor -> Land Cruiser, Pickup, Tacoma, T100 & 4Runner -> Master Cylinder -> Pickup, Tacoma, 4Runner & T100 -> RAV4 -> Rear Speed Sensor -> Speed Sensor Diagnostic System -> Supra, 1994-96 Camry & Celica
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel 1.5 L4 GAS

Speed Sensor Diagnostic System

Except Land Cruiser, Pickup, Tacoma, T100 & 4Runner

Turn ignition switch to OFF.
Connect terminals E1 and Ts of data link connector (DLC1).
Start engine and ensure ABS warning light blinks.
Drive vehicle straight ahead at least 28 mph for several seconds, then stop vehicle.
Connect terminals E1 and Tc of DLC1.
Read number of blinks of ABS warning light to obtain diagnostic trouble codes.
After performing check, remove DLC1 terminal connections, then turn ignition off.

Land Cruiser, Pickup, Tacoma, T100 & 4Runner

Turn ignition switch on and ensure ABS warning ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel 1.5 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel DX 1.5 L4 GAS

Raise and support vehicle.
Remove front wheel.
On models with manual transaxle, remove Left-Hand (LH) engine under cover.
On all models, drain transaxle oil (M/T) or ATF (A/T).
On models with ABS, remove bolt and ABS speed sensor.
Remove cotter pin and lock cap.
While applying brakes, remove drive shaft lock nut.
Remove tie rod end cotter pin and nut.
Using Special Service Tool (SST) 09628-62011 or equivalent, disconnect tie rod end from steering knuckle.
Remove two nuts and bolt and disconnect lower ball joint from lower suspension arm.
Disconnect drive shaft from axle hub. Be car...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel DX 1.5 L4 GAS

Disconnect connector from alternator.
Remove connector cover and nut, and disconnect wire from alternator.
Loosen pivot bolt and adjusting bolt, and remove drive belt.
Remove pivot bolt, nut a...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Low Oil Level Warning Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel DX 1.5 L4 GAS

This lamp lights to indicate that the engine oil level is below a specified level. The lamp will be illuminated during engine start-up. If...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel 1.5 L4 GAS

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Remove engine under covers.
Drain engine coolant, into a suitable container.
Remove air intake connector.
Remove coolant reservoir tank assembly and hose.
Disconnect No. 1 cooling fan connector.
On models with A/C, disconnect No. 2 cooling fan connector.
On all...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel DX 1.5 L4 GAS

Raise and support vehicle.
Remove four bolts, then remove under cover.
Install a suitable tool on hexagonal bolt on drive belt tensioner and t...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Toyota Tercel cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Combination Meter Component Locations Diagram for 1996 Toyota Tercel 1.5 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

Park/Neutral Position Switch

Buckle Switch

Fuel Level Warning Switch

Door Courtesy Switch

Engine Control System Component Locations Diagram for 1996 Toyota Tercel DX 1.5 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Throttle Position Sensor

Ignition Switch

Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor

Ignition Coil

ECM

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Toyota Tercel cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1996 Toyota Tercel DX 1.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Battery

Starter Relay

Starter

Generator

Charge Warning Light

1996 Toyota Tercel 1.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Main Relay

Starter Relay

Horn Relay

Fan Relay

Heater Relay

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Toyota Tercel cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: SEAT BELT TONGUE PLATE STOPPER REPLACEMENT - REVISED
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel 1.5 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:

Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags

Document: REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATION LABELS - REVISED
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tercel 1.5 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:

Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Toyota Tercel AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Toyota Tercel cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
Minimum brake lining thickness.
Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1996 Toyota Tercel cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1996 Toyota Tercel cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Final drive fill & drain plug torques
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1996 Toyota Tercel cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

Airflow sensor electrical specifications
Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
Barometric pressure sensor specs
Battery group number and cranking performance
Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
Engine compression pressures
Coolant temperature sensor specs
Computer advance.
Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
Distributor advance specifications
Ignition pickup coil resistance
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
Engine fastener torque values
Firing order diagrams
Fuel system pressures
Generator (alternator) specs
Intake air temperature sensor specs
Ignition coil specifications
Fuel injector resistance
Engine idle speeds
Knock sensor resistance
Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
Mixture control solenoid resistance
Voltage regulator specs
Spark plug applications & gaps
Starter motor electrical specs.
Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
Throttle position sensor specs
Vacuum sensor valve specs

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