Mixture Control (MC) System: Pickup

1990 Toyota Pickup Base, 22RSECTION Pickup
  1. Remove air cleaner. Start engine. Disconnect vacuum hose from MC valve. Check that vacuum is felt from MC valve air inlet. See Fig 1.
    NOTE: When vacuum hose to MC valve is reconnected, it is normal for engine to idle rough or stall.
  2. Reconnect vacuum hose and check that vacuum is momentarily felt. If MC Valve does not function as described, replace MC valve.
Fig 1: MC System Components & Parameters (Pickup)
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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.
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