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.
1998 Toyota Tercel AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Camshaft Position Sensor Resistance: Tercel
- Disconnect electrical connector from camshaft position sensor. Camshaft position sensor is located on end of cylinder head, just above the flywheel. See Fig 1-32. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between electrical terminals on camshaft position sensor.
- Ensure camshaft position sensor resistance is within specification. See CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE table. Replace camshaft position sensor if resistance is not within specification. See REMOVE/INSTALL/OVERHAUL article. Reinstall electrical connector on camshaft position sensor.
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE
| Application | Ohms | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Tacoma, | ||||||
| Cold (1) | 835-1400 | |||||
| Hot (2) | 1060-1645 | |||||
| Tercel | ||||||
| Cold (1) | 985-1600 | |||||
| Hot (2) | 1265-1890 | |||||
| T100 & 4Runner | ||||||
| Cold (1) | 835-1400 | |||||
| Hot (2) | 1060-1645 | |||||
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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.