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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

Some models are equipped with an audio coded anti-theft system that will disable the radio when the battery cable is disconnected. The system can be identified by the "ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM" on the cassette tape lid. Obtain 3-digit customer code for input. Reset system after service as follows:

  • Obtain 3-digit audio anti-theft code.
  • Depress 1 (PROG) while depressing righthand side of TUNE SEEK button. - - - will ap...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> 2WD -> 4Runner -> Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Celica, Highlander, MR2 & Sienna -> Echo & RAV4 -> Land Cruiser -> Overhaul -> Replace -> Sequoia & Tundra -> Supra -> T100 -> Tacoma -> Tercel
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS

Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Celica, Highlander, MR2 & Sienna

Replace
  • Raise and support vehicle and remove front wheel.
  • Remove union bolt and disconnect brake hose. Use suitable container to catch brake fluid.
  • Remove caliper, Figs. through .
  • Remove anti-squeal shims and brake pad wear indicator plates.
  • Remove support plates.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Overhaul
  • Remove caliper.
  • Remove the following parts:
    • Caliper slide bushings.
    • Dust boots.
    • Collars.
  • Using screwdriver, remove caliper boot set ring and boot.
  • Place suitable rag between caliper and piston and using compressed air, remov...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Drain transmission fluid.
  • Unstake driveshaft hub nut.
  • With an assistant applying brakes, remove driveshaft hub nut.
  • Remove cotter pin and nut from outer tie rod end.
  • Disconnect tie rod assembly from steering knuckle using a suitable pry tool.
  • Remove bolts and nuts and disconnect lower control arm from lower ball joint assembly.
  • Disconnect drive shaft from axle hub assembly, using a plastic ha...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove upper radiator support seal.
  • Disconnect MAF, then vacuum switching valve for EVAP.
  • Disconnect two hoses, then three clamps and air cleaner cap from air cleaner case.
  • Loosen hose clamp, then disconnect air cleaner hose from throttle body.
  • Remove air filter, then disconnect hose from VSV...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Toyota -> 2000-05 Celica
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS

On 2000-02 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter every 10,000 miles.

On 2003-05 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 22,500 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter every 10,000 miles.

  • Open the glove compartment door.
  • Remove the two glove compartment pins, then pull the glove compart...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Air Bag Warning Lamp -> 1990-2002 Celica
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS

The air bag system warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. The lamp will light during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that no faults are present. If the lamp remains lit, a fault in the air bag system is indicated. The air bag system must be diagnosed and repaired, then the following procedures can be used to reset the warning lamp.

  • Connect service wires to check conn...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Remove upper radiator front fender apron, then upper radiator support seals.
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove front bumper cover, then air cleaner, Fig. .
  • Disconnect radiator reservoir hoses, then remove bolt and engine coolant reservoir.
  • Disconnect electric cooling fan connectors, then radiator and oil cooler hoses from rad...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2002 Toyota Celica cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Wiper Motor
  • Horn
  • Generator
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • Fog Light
  • Supplemental Restraint Components Diagram for 2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GASSupplemental Restraint Components Diagram for 2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Combination Meter
  • Spiral Cable
  • Airbag Sensor
  • Seat Belt Pretensioner
  • Steering Wheel Pad
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 Toyota Celica cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Starter Relay
  • Ignition Switch
  • Clutch Start Switch
  • Park/Neutral Position Switch
  • 2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • A/C Switch
  • Noise Filter
  • Rear Window Defogger
  • Defrost Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2002 Toyota Celica cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Pull, Grab
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
    Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Celica GT 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
  • Gasoline Engines
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 Toyota Celica AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 Toyota Celica cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2002 Toyota Celica cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2002 Toyota Celica cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2002 Toyota Celica cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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