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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA1992TERCEL DX, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTSIDLE CONTROL SYSTEMIDLE-UP SYSTEM
1992 Toyota Tercel DX, 4D Sedan, Standard
Idle-Up System
1992 Toyota Tercel DX, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Idle-Up System
NOTE:
Ensure coolant temperature sensor is operating properly before checking idle-up system. For sensor testing, see ENGINE SENSORS & SWITCHES.
- Remove idle-up system Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV), located near end of valve cover (Tercel) on passenger's side.NOTE: The VSV may also be identified by appropriate illustration in THEORY/OPERATION article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section or wire color. See appropriate wiring diagram in WIRING DIAGRAMS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section.
- Using ohmmeter, measure resistance between VSV electrical terminals. Replace VSV if resistance is not 37-44 for Tercel. Check that no continuity exists between each electrical terminal and VSV body.
- Test VSV by applying air pressure to designated area and checking air passage, and then applying battery voltage and retesting. See Fig 1. Replace VSV if defective.
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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.