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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.
1995 Toyota Tercel Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Fuel Injectors
- Ensure ignition is off. Disconnect electrical connector at fuel injector. Using ohmmeter, measure resistance between fuel injector electrical terminals. Replace fuel injector if resistance is not within specification. See FUEL INJECTOR RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS table.
- To check fuel injector spray pattern and volume, remove fuel injector. See the REMOVE/INSTALL/OVERHAUL article. Disconnect fuel hose from fuel filter outlet. Use Delivery Hose (09268-41045) to install fuel injector between fuel filter and fuel pressure regulator. See Fig 1 and Fig 2.
- Place fuel injector into a clean graduated container. Place vinyl tube on end of fuel injector to prevent fuel spillage.NOTE: Scan tester is used to operate the fuel pump or by applying battery voltage to electric fuel pump.
- Use scan tester to operate the fuel pump or apply battery voltage to electric fuel pump to pressurize the fuel system. See FUEL PRESSURE in the BASIC TESTING article.
- Connect fuel injector tester to fuel injector for 15 seconds. Use Fuel Injector Tester (09842-30070).
- Measure fuel injector volume and check spray pattern. Test each fuel injector 2-3 times. Replace fuel injector if volume is not as specified. See the FUEL INJECTOR VOLUME SPECIFICATIONS table.NOTE: Ensure difference between fuel injector volume on all fuel injectors is within specification. See FUEL INJECTOR VOLUME SPECIFICATIONS table.
- Disconnect fuel injector tester. Ensure fuel leakage from end of fuel injector is one drop or less in specified time. See the FUEL INJECTOR LEAKAGE SPECIFICATIONS table. Replace fuel injector if leakage exceeds specified amount.
FUEL INJECTOR RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ohms @ 68°F (20°C) |
|---|---|
| Tercel | 13.4-14.2 |
FUEL INJECTOR VOLUME SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Cu. In. (cc) |
|---|---|
| Tercel | 2.4-3.0 (39-49) |
| Maximum Difference Between Each Fuel Injector | .3 (5) |
FUEL INJECTOR LEAKAGE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Leakage Time |
|---|---|
| Tercel | 3 Minutes |
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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.
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