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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA1984CAB & CHASSIS DXREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMFUEL EVAPORATION SYSTEMCOMPONENT TESTINGSPEED SENSOR
1984 Toyota Cab & Chassis DX
Speed Sensor
1984 Toyota Cab & Chassis DXSECTION Speed Sensor
- Jack up and support one rear wheel off ground. Release parking brake. Place shift lever in neutral position.
- Unplug wiring connector from computer. Computer is located on left side of cowl on Pickup.
- Test "ON-OFF" cycles of speed sensor using an ohmmeter. See Fig 1. Insert a 10 ohm resistor in series with positive ohmmeter lead and insert lead in rear of connector. Connect negative terminal to ground.
- Turn wheel slowly, checking to see that ohmmeter needle deflects consistently. If ohmmeter needle does not deflect, check that sensor leads are firmly connected to rear of speedometer. If connections are OK, replace speedometer assembly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.