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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks from 1990+

Toyota -> Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> System Diagnosis -> Refrigerant System
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS

Refrigerant System

To diagnose system, connect manifold gauge set to high and low sides of system, then observe gauge readings with engine operating at 1500 RPM, blower speed on high and temperature control set at Max Cool. Refer to charts, Figs. through , for system diagnosis.

On all models except Sequoia, with ambient temperature at 8...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks from 1990+.

TOYOTA, HYDRAULIC BRAKES -> WHEEL CYLINDERS -> OVERHAUL -> REPLACE
Vehicle: 1990 Toyota Cressida 3.0 L6 GAS

REPLACE

  • Remove brake shoes as described under "Drum Brakes."
  • Disconnect brake line using line wrench 09751-36011, or equivalent. Then remove two wheel cylinder attaching bolts and wheel cylinder.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Torque wheel cylinder bolts to 7 ft. lbs. Bleed brakes.

OVERHAUL

Refer to Fig.for disassembled view of a typical wheel cylinder.

  • Remove boots, pis...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1980-97 Corolla & Matrix -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Models Less Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection -> Models w/Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1995 Toyota Corolla DX 1.6 L4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

Models w/Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection
  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio theft protection code prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable, if equipped.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Remove the fuel fill cap to release fuel tank pressure.
  • Place a shop towel over the union bolt at top of fuel filter. Slowly loosen the union bolt allowing fuel pressure to bleed down.
  • Whenever the union bolt is loosened to relieve fuel system pressure, always replace the bolt gasket.
Models Less Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection
  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio ...

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove engine under cover.
  • Drain transmission fluid into a suitable container.
  • Remove wheel lug nuts.
  • Remove front axle hub nut.
  • Remove bolt and separate speed sensor and flexible hose.
  • Remove nut and separate stabilizer link from shock absorber.
  • Remove cotter pin and castle nut from tie rod.
  • Make sure upper ends of threaded section of tie rod end and SST (spacer B) are aligned.
  • Separate tie rod end from front axle assembly.
  • Remove clip and castle nut from lower control arm.
  • Separate front lower contr...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Solara SE 2.4 L4 GAS

This warning lamp will illuminate when tire pressure falls below a specified psi. When the warning lamp illuminates, check the air...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Tacoma 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Disconnect alternator connector.
  • Remove nut, and disconnect alternator wire.
  • Disconnect wire harness with clip.
  • Loosen adjusting lock bolt and pivot bolt.
  • Loosen adjusting bolt, and remove...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Toyota -> 2003-09 Corolla & 2005-09 Avalon
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5 V6 GAS

On 2003-04 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 18 months or 22,500 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter every 10,000 miles.

On 2005-08 Corolla models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

On 2005-09 Avalon models, the cabin air filter should be cleaned every 18 months or 15,000 miles and replaced every 36 months or 30,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less tha...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Toyota -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ->
Vehicle: 1996 Toyota Tacoma Regular CAB 3.4 V6 GAS

On some models equipped with OBD II, the MIL will also illuminate if the fuel tank filler cap is not properly tightened. Tighten fuel tank filler cap until it clicks.

The MIL should light when the ignition switch is placed in the On position without starting the engine. When the engine is started, the lamp should go out. If it remains lit, a fault has been detected by the diagnostic system and has logged a diagnostic trouble code. If the fault does not occur again within three trips, the lamp will go out but a diagnostic tro...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2007 Toyota Prius 1.5 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water outlet.
  • Remove hose from water outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp a...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Tundra 4.7 V8 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 Toyota AUTOMOBILES

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

Automatic Transaxle Diagram for 2001 Toyota Avalon  3.0 V6 GASAutomatic Transaxle Diagram for 2001 Toyota Avalon 3.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • ECM
  • Stop Light Switch
  • Cruise Control ECU
  • Direct Clutch Speed Sensor
  • O/D Main Switch
  • Audio System Components Diagram for 2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GASAudio System Components Diagram for 2002 Toyota Celica GTS 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Amplifier
  • Speaker
  • Tweeter
  • Radio Assembly
  • CIG Fuse
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • A/C Condenser Fan Motor
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor
  • Engine Control Module
  • Radiator Fan Motor
  • 1992 Toyota 4runner SR5 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 Toyota 4runner SR5 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Cruise Control Actuator
  • Cruise Control Indicator
  • Cruise Control Clutch SW
  • Cruise Control Vacuum Sw
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: CD SKIP VERIFICATION USING TOYOTA MASTER CD
    Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Tundra Limited 4.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: ALTERNATIVE REFRIGERANTS FOR R12
    Vehicle: 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 4.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Toyota AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Toyota 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 Toyota 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 Toyota 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 Toyota 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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