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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Receiver-Drier, Replace -> 4Runner -> Avalon, Camry, Celica, Echo, Highlander, MR2 & RAV4 -> Camry Solara -> Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sequoia & Tundra -> Sienna -> Tacoma
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

Avalon, Camry, Celica, Echo, Highlander, MR2 & RAV4

  • Remove condenser as outlined under "Condenser, Replace."
  • Remove receiver filter cap using a suitable hex wrench.
  • Note position, then discard filter cap O-rings.
  • Note position, then remove drier using suitable pliers.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Do not use old O-rings. Always install new ones lubricated with fresh refrigerant oil.
    • Install new drier and filter in proper positions.
    • Torque filter cap to 108 inch lbs.
    • Add proper amount of n...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Brake Booster Overhaul -> Brake Booster, Replace -> Except Sequoia, Sienna & Tundra -> Installation -> Removal -> Sequoia & Tundra -> Sienna
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

Brake Booster, Replace

Except Sequoia, Sienna & Tundra
Removal
  • Remove master cylinder as outlined under .
  • Remove charcoal vapor canister as required.
  • Remove brake booster vacuum hose.
  • Remove pedal return spring, clip, clevis pin and clevis locknut, Fig. .
  • Remove brake booster nuts. Pull out booster and gasket.
Installation
  • Adjust length of booster pushrod as follows:
    • Install gasket on master cylinder.
    • Install brake booster pushrod gauge tool No. 09737-00010, or equivalent, on gasket.
    • Lower pin until its tip slightly touches the piston.
    • Turn gauge tool upside down and set it on boos...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove engine under-covers.
  • Drain transmission fluid.
  • Unstake driveshaft hub nut.
  • With an assistant applying brakes, remove and discard driveshaft hub nut.
  • Remove bolt and disconnect hose from shock absorber body.
  • Loosen, but do not remove, the two bolts on the lower end of shock absorber.
  • Remove bolt and nut and disconnect strut rod from rear of axle carrier.
  • Remove bolts and nuts and disconnect both lower control arms from axle carrier.
  • Remove lower shock absorber bolt, then use a plastic hammer to drive out driveshaft fr...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove front engine under cover.
  • Disconnect sta...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) System Warning Lamp -> 2000-05 MR2
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

The anti-lock warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. The lamp will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system verifies proper anti-lock operation. If the lamp remains lit, a fault in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. After system diagnosis and repair are complete, the lamp can...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Remove upper radiator front fender apron, then upper radiator support seals.
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove front bumper cover, then air cleaner, Fig. .
  • Disconnect radiator reservoir hoses, then remove bolt and engine coolant reservoir.
  • Disconnect electric cooling fan connectors, then radiator and oil cooler hoses from...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Supplemental Restraint System Components Diagram for 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder  1.8 L4 GASSupplemental Restraint System Components Diagram for 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Spiral Cable
  • AM2 Fuse
  • R/B No. 3
  • Airbag Sensor Assembly
  • Data Link Connector 3
  • Supplemental Restraint System Components Diagram for 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder  1.8 L4 GASSupplemental Restraint System Components Diagram for 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Combination Meter
  • Steering Wheel Pad
  • Airbag Assembly
  • Airbag Sensor
  • Seat Belt Pretensioner
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Ignition Relay
  • Accessory Relay
  • Auto Antenna Motor
  • 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Door Lock Control Switch
  • Power Window Motor RH
  • Power Window Motor LH
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: UPPER/LOWER WINDSHIELD/REAR GLASS TICK NOISE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
  • Document: REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 1.8 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Pull, Grab
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 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 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 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 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 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 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder 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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