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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA1996TERCEL DX, 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTSRELAYSEFI MAIN RELAY
1996 Toyota Tercel DX, 4D Sedan, Automatic
EFI Main Relay
1996 Toyota Tercel DX, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION EFI Main Relay
NOTE:
EFI main relay may also be referred to as EFI relay.
- Ensure ignition is off. Remove EFI main relay. See EFI MAIN RELAY LOCATION table.NOTE: The EFI main relay may also be identified using appropriate illustration in THEORY/OPERATION article.EFI MAIN RELAY LOCATION
Application Location Tercel In Large Fuse/Relay Box Near Driver's Side Front Corner Of Engine Compartment - To test EFI main relay continuity, using ohmmeter, check continuity between specified terminals. See Fig 1 and Fig 2.
- To test EFI main relay operation, apply battery voltage and ground to relay and use ohmmeter to check continuity between specified terminals. See Fig 1 and Fig 2. Replace EFI main relay 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.