Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1990 Toyota Tercel DX, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Model Coverage
1990 MODEL IDENTIFICATION
| Model | Body | Engine (1) | ID | (2)Fuel | (3)Ignition | ||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry | SV | 2.0L (3S-FE) | S | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| " | VZV | 2.5L V6 (2VZ-FE) | V | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| Celica | AT | 1.6L (4A-FE) | A | PFI(4) | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| " | ST (4WD) | 2.0L (3S-GTE) | S | PFI(8) | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| " | ST | 2.2L (5S-FE) | S | PFI(4) | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| Corolla | AE | 1.6L (4A-FE) | A | PFI(4) | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| " | AE | 1.6L (4A-GE) | A | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| Cressida | MX | 3.0L 6-Cyl. (7M-GE) | M | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| Land Cruiser | FJ | 4.0L 6-Cyl. (3F-E) | F | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| Pickup | RN | 2.4L (22R) | R | 2-Bbl. | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| " | RN | 2.4L (22R-E) | R | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| " | VZN | 3.0L V6 (3VZ-E) | V | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| Supra | MA | 3.0L 6-Cyl. (7M-GE) | M | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| " | MA | 3.0L 6-Cyl. (7M-GTE) | M | PFI(8) | (6) | ||||||||||||||||
| Tercel | EL | 1.5L (3E) | E | 1-Bbl.(7) | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| " | EL | 1.5L (3E-E) | E | PFI(4) | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| 4Runner | RN | 2.4L (22R-E) | R | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
| " | VZN | 3.0L V6 (3VZ-E) | V | PFI | (5) | ||||||||||||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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