check engine TOYOTA CAMRY V20 1986 Service Information

5. Check that there are no fuel leaks after performing any main-
tenance on the fuel system.
(a) with engine stopped, turn the ignition switch ON.
(b) Using SST, connect terminals +B and FP of the check con-
nector.
SST 09843±18020
(c) When the fuel return hose is pinched, the pressure
within high pressure line will rise to approx. 4 kg/cm
2
(57 psi, 392 kPa). In this state, check to see that there
are no leaks from any part of the fuel system.
NOTICE: Always pinch the hose. Avoid bending as it
may cause the hose to crack.
± EFI SYSTEMInspection PrecautionsFI±9

TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
1. Engine troubles is usually not caused by the EFI system.
When troubleshooting, always first check the condition of
the other systems.
(a) Electronic source
wBattery
wFusible links
wFuses
(b) Body ground
(e) Fuel supply
wFuel leakage
wFuel filter
wFuel pump
(d) Ignition system
wSpark plugs
wHigh±tension cords
wDistributor
wIgnition coil
wIgniter
(e) Air induction system
wVacuum leaks
(f) Emission control system
wPCV system
wEGR system
(g) Others
wIgnition timing (ESA system)
wdle speed (ISC system)
wetc.
2. The most frequent cause of problems is simply a bad contact
in wiring connectors. Always check that connections are
secure.
When inspecting the connector, pay particular attention to
the following points:
(a) Check to see that the terminals are not bent.
(b) Check to see that the connector is pushed in completely and
locked.
(e) Check to see that there is no signal change when the con-
nector is slightly tapped or wiggled.
3. Troubleshoot sufficiently for other causes before replacing
the ECU, as the ECU is of high quality and it is expensive.
± EFI SYSTEMTroubleshootingFI±10

TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES
SYMPTOM±DIFFICULT START OR NO START
(ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK OR CRANKS
SLOWLY)
4. Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 k
N
minimum) for troubleshooting of the electrical circuit.
(See page FI±31)
1. Oil filler cap
2. Oil dipstick
3. Hose connections
4. PCV hoses
5. EGR system EGR valve stays open1. Battery
(1) Connection
(2) Gravity Drive belt Charging system
(3) Voltage
1. Ignition switch
2. Neutral start switch (A/T)
3. Clutch start switch (M/T)
4. Starter relay (M/T)
5. Starter
6. Wiring/Connection
SYMPTOM±DIFFICULT TO START OR NO START (CRANKS OK)
CHECK DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
Check for output of diagnosis code.
(See page FI±22)
1. High±tension cords
2. Distributor
3. Ignition coil
4. Igniter
DOES ENGINE START WITH
ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED?
CHECK FOR VACUUM LEAKS IN AIR
INTAKE LINEISC system
(1) ISC valve
(2) Wiring connection
CHECK IGNITION SPARK
(See page IG±5 or 9)
Diagnostic code(s) (See page FI±25 or 27)
OK CONTINUED ON PAGE FI±12 CHECK STARTING SYSTEMCHECK ELECTRIC SOURCE
Malfunction
code(s)
Normal codeBAD BAD
BAD
BAD
± EFI SYSTEMTroubleshootingFI±11

1. Wiring connection
2. Power to ECU
(1) Fusible link(s)
(2) Fuse(s)
(3) ER main relay (See page FI±121)
3. Air flow meter (See page FI±104)
4. Water temp. sensor (See page FI±125)
5. Air temp. sensor (See page FI±104)
6. Injection signal circuit
(1) Injector wiring
(2) ECU (See page FI±130)
CHECK FUEL SUPPLY TO INJECTOR
1. Fuel tank
2. Fuel pressure in fuel line
(1) Short terminals +B and FP of the check connec-
tor.
(2) Fuel pressure at fuel return hose of fuel filter can
be felt. (See page FI±70)
1. ISC system
(1) Wiring connection(s)
(2) ISC valve (See page FI±116 or 118)
(3) ECU (test by substitution)
2. (3S±FE) ±
Idle speed ± Adjust (See page EM±19) 1. Fuel line leakage ± deformation
2. Fuse(s)
3. Fuel pump (See page FI±68)
4. Fuel filter
5. Fuel pressure regulator
(See page FI±86 or 88) 1. Oil filler cap
2. Oil dipstick
3. Hose connections
4. PCV hoses
5. EGR system EGR valve stays open CHECK EFI ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT USING
VOLT/OHMMETER
(See page FI±31)
CHECK DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
Check for output of diagnosis code.
(See page FI±22)
CHECK FOR VACUUM LEAKS IN AIR
INTAKE LINE
SYMPTOM ± ENGINE OFTEN STALLS
CHECK IDLE SPEED
Standard: 700 + 50 rpmDiagnostic code(s) (See page FI±25 or 27)
OK CONTINUED FROM PAGE FI±12
OK CONTINUED ON PAGE FI±14Element ± Clean or replace
CHECK AIR FILTER
Malfunction
code(s)
Normal code
BADBAD
BAD
BADBAD
± EFI SYSTEMTroubleshootingFI±13

1. ISC system
(1) Wiring connection(s)
(2) ISC valve (Seepage FI±116 or 118)
(3) ECU (test by substitution)
2. (3S±FE)
Idle speed ± Adjust (See page EM±19)
CHECK IGNITION TIMING
1. Connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the check connector.
2. Check ignition timing.
Standard: 10° BTDC @ idle CHECK WIRING CONNECTORS AND
RELAYS
Check for a signal change when the connector or relay is
slightly tapped or wiggled.
1. Oil filler cap
2. Oil dipstick
3. Hose connections
4. PCV hoses
5. EGR system ± EGR valve stays open1. Connector(s)
2. ER main relay (See page FI±121)
3. Circuit opening relay (See page FI±123) CHECK DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
Check for output of diagnosis code.
(See page FI±22)
CHECK DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
Check for output of diagnosis code.
(See page FI±22)
SYMPTOM ± ENGINE SOMETIMES STALLS
SYMPTOM ± ROUGH IDLING AND/OR MISSING
CHECK FOR VACUUM LEAKS IN AIR
INTAKE LINE
Ignition timing Adjust
(See page IG±17 or 21) CHECK AIR FLOW METER
(See page FI±104)
CHECK IDLE SPEED
Standard: 700 + 50 rpmDiagnostic code(s) (See page FI±25 or 27)
Diagnostic code(s) (See page FI±25 or 27)
OK CONTINUED 4N PAGE FI±16
Element ± Clean or replace
CHECK AIR FILTER
Malfunction
code(s)
Malfunction
code(s)
Air flow meter
Normal code
Normal code
BAD
BADBAD
BAD BAD
± EFI SYSTEMTroubleshootingFI±15

SYMPTOM ± HIGH ENGINE IDLE SPEED (NO DROP)
HINT (3S±FE): Disconnecting the battery will cause the idling speed data in the ISC to be returned to the initial
idling speed, causing the idling speed to rise above 700 rpm. should this happen, either carry out a driving test,
including stop±go several times at a speed above 10 km/h, or start the engine, idle for 30 seconds and then turn
the engine off repeatedly. By doing this, idle data will be stored in the ISC and the idle rpm will be at specified
value.
1. Spark plugs
2. Compression pressure
Minimum: 10.0 kg/cm2
(142 psi, 981 kPa)
at 250 rpm
3. Valve clearance
Standard:
3F±FE IN 0.19 ± 0.29 mm
0.007 ± 0.011 in.)
EX 0.28 ± 0.38 mm
(0.011 ± 0.015 in.)
2VZ±FE I N 0.13 0.23 mm
(0.005 ± 0.009 in.)
EX 0.27± 0.37 m m
(0.011 0.015 in.)
1. Wiring connection
2. Power to ECU
(1) Fusible link(s)
(2) Fuse(s)
(3) ER main relay (Seepage FI±121)
3. Air flow meter (See page FI±104)
4. Water temp. sensor (See page FI±125)
5. Air temp. sensor (See page FI±104)
6. Injection signal circuit
(1) Injector wiring
(2) ECU (See page FI±I30)
7. Oxygen sensor(s)
(See page FI±129 or 131) CHECK SPARK PLUGS
Standard: 1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
HINT: Check compression pressure and valve
clearance if necessary.
CHECK EFI ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT USING
VOLT/OHMMETER
(See page FI±31 )1. Cold start injector (See page FI±78 or 81)
2. Cold start injector time switch
(See page FI±124)
t . Fuel pump (See page FI±68)
2. Fuel filter
3. Fuel pressure regulator
(See page FI±84 or 86) CHECK COLD START INJECTOR
(See page FI±78 or 81)
CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
(See page FI±70)
OK CONTINUED FROM PAGE FI±15
CHECK INJECTORS
(See page FI±88 or 93)Injection condition
BADBAD
BAD
BAD
± EFI SYSTEMTroubleshootingFI±16

1. Wiring connection
2. Power to ECU
(1) Fusible link(s)
(2) Fuse(s)
(3) ER main relay (See page FI±121)
3. Air flow meter (See page FI±104)
4. Water temp. sensor (See page FI±125)
5. Air temp. sensor (See page FI±104)
6. Injection signal circuit
(1) Injection wiring
(2) ECU (See page FI±130)
7. Oxygen sensor(s)
(Seepage FI±129 or 131)
CHECK IGNITION TIMING
1. Connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the check con-
nector.
2. Check ignition timing.
Standard: 10
° BTDC @ idle
1. Oil filler cap
2. Oil dipstick
3. Hose connections
4. PCV hoses
5. EGR system ± EGR valve stays open
CHECK EFI ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT USING
VOLT/OHMMETER
(See page FI±31)
1. Cold start injector (See page FI±78 or 81)
2. Cold start injector time switch
(See page FI±124)
1. Fuel pump (See page FI±68)
2. Fuel filter
3. Fuel pressure regulator
(See page FI±84 or 86)
CHECK DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
Check for output of diagnosis code.
(See page FI±22)
SYMPTOM ± ENGINE BACKFIRES± Lean Fuel Mixture
CHECK FOR VACUUM LEAKS IN AIR
INTAKE LINE
CHECK COLD START INJECTOR
(See page FI±78 or 81)
CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
(See page FI±70)
Diagnostic code(s) (See page FI±25 or 27)
Ignition timing ± Adjust
(See page IG±17 or 21)
CHECK INJECTORS
(See page FI±88 or 93)Injectors ± Clogged
Malfunction
code(s)
Normal code
BAD
BAD
BAD BAD
BAD
± EFI SYSTEMTroubleshootingFI±18

CHECK IGNITION TIMING
1. Connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the check
connector.
2. Check ignition timing.
Standard: 105BTDC @ idle
1. Oil filler cap
2. Oil dipstick
3. Hose connections
4. PCV hoses
5. EGR system EGR valve stays open
SYMPTOM ± ENGINE HESITATES AND/OR POOR ACCELERATION
1. Fuel pump (See page FI±68)
2. Fuel filter
3. Fuel pressure regulator
(See page FI±84 or 86)
CHECK DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
Check for output of diagnosis code.
(See page FI±22) CHECK FOR VACUUM LEAKS IN AIR
INTAKE LINE
1. High±tension cords
2. Distributor
3. Ignition coil
4. igniterCHECK IGNITION SPARK
(See page IG±5 or 9)
CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
(See page FI±69)
Diagnostic code(s) (See page FI±25 or 27)
Ignition timing ± Adjust
(See page IG±17 or 21)
CHECK INJECTORS
(See page FI±88 or 93)
OK CONTINUED ON PAGE FI±21 CHECK CLUTCH AND BRAKES
1. Clutch Slips
2. Brakes ± Drag
Element ± Clean or replace
Malfunction
code(s)
Injector Clogged
CHECK AIR FI¿¿ER
Normal codeBAD
BADBAD
BADBAD BAD
± EFI SYSTEMTroubleshootingFI±20

DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
The ECU contains a built±in, self±diagnosis system which de-
tects troubles within the engine signal network and then flashed
a
warning on the ºCHECKº engine warning light on the instrument
panel flashes.
By analyzing various signals shown in the tables (See pages FI±
25 or 27) the ECU detects system malfunctions which are re-
lated to the various operating parameter sensors or actuator.
The ECU
stores the failure code associated with the detected failure until
the diagnosis system is cleared by removing the EFI fuse with
the ignition switch OFF.
A ºCHECKº engine warning light on the instrument panel informs
the driver that a malfunction has been detected.
The light goes oft automatically when the malfunction has been
cleared.
OUTPUT OF DIAGNOSTIC CODES
To obtain an output of diagnostic codes, proceed as follow:
1. Initial conditions
(a) Battery voltage 11 V or more
(b) Throttle valve fully closed (throttle position sensor IDL
points closed)
(e) Transmission in neutral position
(d) Accessories switched OFF
(e) Engine at normal operating temperature
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON. Do not start the engine.
3. Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the check con-
nector.
SST 09843±18020
ºCHECKº ENGINE WARNING LIGHT
CHECK
1. The ºCHECKº engine warning light will come on when the igni-
tion switch is placed at ON and the engine is not
running.
2. When the engine is started, the ºCHECKº engine warning light
should go off.
If the light remains on, the diagnosis system has detected a
malfunction or abnormality in the system.
± EFI SYSTEMDiagnosis SystemFI±22

(b) Malfunction Code Indication
wIn the event of a malfunction, the light will blink every 0.5
seconds. The first number of blinks will equal the first
digit of a 2±digit diagnostic code and, after a 1.5 second
pause, the 2nd number of blinks will equal the 2nd. If
there are two or more codes, there will be a 2.5 second
pause between each.
wAfter all the codes have been signalled there will be a
4.5 second pause and they will all be repeated as long
as the terminals TE1 and E1 of the check connector are
shorted.
HINT: In the event of a number of trouble codes, indica-
tion will begin from the smaller value and continue in
order to the larger. Diagnostic Codes (See page FI±25 or 27)
(a) Normal System Operation (no malfunction)
wThe tight will alternately blink ON and OFF 2 times per
second. 4. Read the diagnostic code as indicated by the number of
flashes of the ºCHECKº engine warning light.
5. After the diagnostic check, remove the SST.
SST 09843±18020
± EFI SYSTEMDiagnosis SystemFI±23