20 Most Recent 1986 Toyota Camry - Page 3 Questions & Answers

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Try changing the fuel filters, if they are clogged gas cannot reach the engine.

it came off track for reason, something broke or rusted out, u will need to remove door panel and inspect areas where glass sits in bottom frame and where glass is attached to wind up arms

It may be the fuse. If the fuse checks out, it may be a bad wire or a loose connection. You would need to scan the wiring harness to check it out. Look for any burns on the wires. Thanks for choosing FixYa.

Could be many things. First check coolant level and make sure the cooling fans are functioning when the engine reaches normal operating temp. Could be a bad thermostat, a blockage in the cooling system, worn or broken water pump impeller. Worst case scenario is a blown head gasket.

open circuit in blower motor windings need to replace motor assem please rate

That is not good. They will need to be replaced of course. The only problem is replacing them. It is hard to tell what all they chewed up. It could be more then what is shown.

Check your alternator, and your battery. It sounds like your alternator is not charging and your battery has run completely down.

Hi Country,
1342 the distributor cap should have it molded onto its top adjacent to each tower.
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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION 1983-86 Models

1. On 4-door sedan, remove the package tray and vent duct.
2. On hatchback, remove the speaker grilles.
3. Disconnect the brake line from the wheel cylinder. CAUTION
   Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with the eyes and wash your hands thoroughly after handling brake fluid. If you do get brake fluid in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean, running water for 15 minutes. If eye irritation persists, or if you have taken brake fluid internally, IMMEDIATELY seek medical assistance.
   
4. Remove the brake line from the brake hose.
5. Disconnect the brake hose from its bracket on the shock absorber.
6. Loosen, but do not remove, the nut holding the suspension support to the shock absorber.
7. Unbolt the shock absorber from the rear arm.
8. Unbolt and extract the shock absorber from the body. To install:
   
9. Attach the shock absorber to the body and tighten the 3 nuts to 17 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
10. Engage the shock absorber bracket with the carrier and install the hardware. Tighten the nuts to 119 ft. lbs. (162 Nm).
11. Tighten the center suspension support nut to 36 ft. lbs. (49 Nm). There is a bearing located under the suspension support dust cover. Remove the dust cover and pack the bearing with multi-purpose grease. Once packed, reinstall the dust cover.
12. The remainder of installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten each component to specifications.
13. Have the rear wheel alignment checked.

1987-88 Models

1. On wagon models, remove the toneau cover holder.
2. Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it safely. Block the front wheels.
3. Remove the rear wheels.
4. Using the proper size flare nut wrench, disconnect the backing plate hardware.
5. With a flare nut and a back-up wrench, disconnect the brake tube from the brake hose and use a small plastic container to collect the brake fluid.
6. Undo the clip and disconnect the brake hose from the shock absorber. NOTE: Before the axle bolts are removed, the axle carrier must be supported with a jack.
   
7. Support the axle carrier with a floor jack and remove the mounting bolts and nut. Disconnect the axle carrier from the shock absorber.
8. Support the shock absorber firmly by hand and remove the three mounting nuts. Remove the shock absorber from the body. To install:
   
9. Position the shock absorber onto the body and support it firmly by hand. Install the three nuts and tighten them to 23 ft. lbs. (31 Nm).
10. Attach the axle carrier to the shock absorber with the nuts and bolts. Tighten the nuts to 166 ft. lbs. (226 Nm).
11. The remainder of installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten each component to specifications.
12. Bleed the brake lines as described in Section 9.
13. Have the rear wheel alignment checked.

1989-96 Models

1. On the 4-door sedan, remove the package tray and vent duct. On 1992-96 models, it will be necessary to remove the rear seat back.
2. On the hatchback, remove the speaker grilles.
3. On the wagon models remove the tonnue cover and rear seat back.
4. Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it safely. Block the front wheels.
5. Remove the rear wheels.
6. Disconnect the brake hose and the ABS speed sensor from the shock absorber.
7. If equipped with ABS, disconnect the Load Sensing Proportioning Valve (LSPV) spring from the lower arm.
8. Disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the shock absorber.
9. Support the rear axle and loosen the 2 bolts from the lower end of the shock absorber.
10. From inside the vehicle, unbolt the upper support. Fig. 1: A rubber cap covers the rear shock absorber tower nut
    Fig. 2: The upper shock absorber tower is retained by the center nut (circled) and three surrounding nuts
    
    
11. Lower the rear axle carrier and remove the two bolts.
12. Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle. To install:
    
13. Install the shock absorber assembly onto the vehicle.
14. Connect the brake hose and the ABS speed sensor to the shock absorber.
15. Connect the stabilizer bar link to the shock absorber.
16. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
17. During installation, please observe the following tighten specifications:
    1. Tighten the shock absorber-to-body bolts to 29 ft. lbs. (39 Nm).
    2. Tighten the shock absorber-to-axle carrier nuts to 166 ft. lbs. (226 Nm) on 1988-91 vehicles and 188 ft. lbs. (255 Nm) on 1992-96 vehicles.
    3. Tighten the suspension support-to-shock absorber nut to 36 ft. lbs. (49 Nm) on 1988-91 vehicles. On 1992-96 models, tighten the stabilizer bar link to shock absorber retainers to 47 ft. lbs. (64 Nm).
18. Install the rear seat back, vent duct and the package tray as required.

this is obviously a complicated process and you should get a repair manual with photos to lead you along step by step. there are also no doubt videos of this process over on youtube.com

It's on the transmission. See pictures below for manual or automatic (different switches)

Automatic



manual

wiring

check you auto choke. check vaccum line for leaks

Some of these cars have a fusible link,to protect major parts.its a wire with the fuse built into it.a repair manual with the wiring diagram is a big help finding it. It could also be a bad ground wire these are a black wire bolted in different locations from the motor to the body.also could be a bad battery cable rare but it does happen broken wire ,etc.hope this helps Good luck.

Check the vacuum booster first
Shut the car off after it idles for 3 minutes
Apply your foot on the brake and hold
If the pedal seems hard at first and did not go down all the way keep your foot on it for two more minutes
If the pedal gradually goes down to the floor the brake booster is leaking
If not start the car and let idle again
\With the car still idling step on the brake pedal again and hold
If the pedal goes to the floor in a second the master is shot instead

inside the left kick panel

It sounds like your engine is getting really hot.You need to find the cause quickly before you damage the engine further. First check the thermostat. Then if that is ok, have the radiator and engine block reverse flushed. Unless there is something major wrong or the cooling system is losing water, this shpould fix it.

Turn the car on get out and pull the dip stick labled trans or it is red if you look right above the transmission you should see it

This sounds like it could be timing or emissions related. My suspicoin is that it is emission related, since often valves and switches etc may be actuivated by or recirculate warm air etc. Have you checked the timing ? Did you find the meaning of the trouble code ? It would be nice to have a more in depth discussion about this can you e-mail me ? [email protected]

give these websites a try www.alldatadiy.com and www.autozone.com you can also stop by any good parts store and they will help you install it if you get the part from them wish you the best of luck Michigan Man.