did my '85: drain fluid remove 2 belts loosen the alternator mount for one (2 bolts) remove the tension pully on the other (2 bolts) remove water pump pully (3 bolts) remove upper timing belt cover (5 i think) remove water pump (7 bolts) attach everything back in reverse order be careful not to drip fluid into the oil tube or the hole when you remove the dipstick mount
The timing setting for a 1988 Toyota Tercel is the "3E" hole lines at the top. This setting is for a Tercel EZ 1500 engine.
Tercel EZ
2 hours max....
http://www.modifiedlife.com/1988-toyota-tercel-car-stereo-radio-wiring-diagram/ Change the year in the link to your Tercel's year
the voltage regulator is built into the alternator
You can find a 1988 Toyota carburetor diagram at most Toyota dealerships. The diagram can also be found in Toyota service manuals at your local library.
yes its much easier to change.make sure you jack engine before
A quarter of a million miles if you treat her right
disconnect negative battery tml.,remove the plug from the alternator,remove the main battery wire from the stud on the alternator, remove the lock bolt, swing alternator down to remove belt, remove pivot bolt, swing alt. until its out. replacement is reverse of remova; To take out the alternator on a 88' tercel, you have to do it from under the car
Get a manual on your car to do the job right. In short, you have to pull the timing belt covers and timing belt. Get a manual.
it is in taylorville
thermostat is located on engine block. follow top water hose leading to engine. thermostat is located inside the water intake. remove hose. remove water intake(two bolts)housing. replace thermostat. .