Tercel Sedan L4-1456cc 1.5L SOHC (3E) (1988)
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Air/Fuel Mixture: Adjustments
To conform with regulations, the idle mixture adjusting screw is adjusted and plugged with a steel plug by the manufacturer. Normally, this
steel plug should NOT be removed.
1.
Remove carburetor. Use tags to identify vacuum hoses for correct reinstallation. Cover intake manifold with a clean rag to prevent dirt from
entering engine.
2.
Remove mixture adjusting screw (MAS) plug.
a. Plug each carburetor vacuum port to prevent entry of steel particles when drilling.
b. Mark the center of the plug with a punch.
Fig. 147 Idle Mixture Adjustment Screw
Fig. 148 Adjusting Idle Mixture
c. Drill a 1/4 in. hole in the center of the plug, Fig. 147. As there is only 0.04 in. clearance between the plug and screw, drill carefully and
slowly to avoid drilling onto the screw. The drill may force the plug off at this time.
d. Through the hole in the plug, fully screw in the mixture adjusting screw with a screw driver, Fig. 148. Be careful not to damage the
screw tip by tightening the screw too tight!
Fig. 149 Removing MAS Plug