# \#tercel **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/tercel/1691.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Can a tire/wheel cause knocking noises?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-tire-wheel-cause-knocking-noises/197947)
**Author:** [@Mark51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark51)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2024, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-tire-wheel-cause-knocking-noises/197947 "2024-11-08T16:28:51Z")
Can a bad tire/wheel cause a knocking noise? I was hearing a knocking noise in the front drivers side when making a left turn and applying the brakes. When I rotated the tire with the rear, the noise stopped. --- ## [Need help with replacing door hinge pins on a 95 tercel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-replacing-door-hinge-pins-on-a-95-tercel/188865)
**Author:** [@Mark51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark51)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2023, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-replacing-door-hinge-pins-on-a-95-tercel/188865 "2023-01-30T23:14:17Z")
I want to replace the door hinge pins on the drivers side. Question is how do I remove the original pins? Are there cotter pins or are they welded together? Also I don’t see a spring. If I can remove the old pins thi… --- ## [Sticky problem with my 94 tercel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-problem-with-my-94-tercel/177989)
**Author:** [@alex\_logan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alex_logan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2021, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-problem-with-my-94-tercel/177989 "2021-07-13T00:18:49Z")
i’ve been having trouble getting my tercel to start since i bought it about a month ago. it would turn over fine but wouldn’t actually start. traced it back to the ignition system (starter fluid did nothing, got no light… --- ## [Turning steering wheel while not moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-steering-wheel-while-not-moving/51914)
**Author:** [@alathena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alathena)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-steering-wheel-while-not-moving/51914 "2020-08-01T22:35:00Z")
I'm learning how to drive at the moment. While parking, my instructor tells me to turn my steering wheel completely to the right and then use the gas pedal to back the car. My sister (which I'm practicing with) tel… --- ## [Parts Swap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-swap/167879)
**Author:** [@Bailey-Jay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bailey-Jay)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2020, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-swap/167879 "2020-07-26T15:47:49Z")
Are there any other Tercel models with virtually similar parts as my 94’ ? --- ## [1997 Toyota Tercel - bell sound when turning left](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-tercel-bell-sound-when-turning-left/143356)
**Author:** [@KathyRoberts](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KathyRoberts)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2019, 12:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-tercel-bell-sound-when-turning-left/143356 "2019-07-01T12:00:14Z")
My car has a bell sound when I turn left. The A/C was on (I haven’t tried with it off.) I know the car is old but it runs great (except perhaps for the bell? Maybe not!) --- ## [Toyota Tercel makes chattering sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel-makes-chattering-sound/130557)
**Author:** [@Riley\_Preston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Riley_Preston)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2018, 2:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel-makes-chattering-sound/130557 "2018-12-10T14:07:48Z")
I have a 1998 Toyota Tercel with around 250,000 km that is making a chattering sound that seems to be coming from the timing belt side. Im thinking it could be the timing belt or a bearing or something like that. Anyone … --- ## [1984 Toyota Tercel needs a mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-toyota-tercel-needs-a-mechanic/121788)
**Author:** [@ChrisBernau](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChrisBernau)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2018, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-toyota-tercel-needs-a-mechanic/121788 "2018-07-30T02:44:06Z")
My 1984 Toyota Tercel 4 wheel drive station wagon is in need of routine service and probably a brake job. My regular mechanic is on the other side of the city, so I am looking for someone near Park Merced (SF State) --- ## [Problems after Installing new brake Drums](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-after-installing-new-brake-drums/90053)
**Author:** [@Trudijane](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trudijane)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2018, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-after-installing-new-brake-drums/90053 "2018-04-15T19:33:19Z")
When I started hearing metal to metal somewhere, I brought my car to my mechanic who I'm very satisfied with. He told me my car needed new brake drums in the rear. After the job was done, I heard these rhythmic sounds … --- ## [Car runs like velvet, but "occasionally" will crank and starts poorly (either in hot or cold days)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-runs-like-velvet-but-occasionally-will-crank-and-starts-poorly-either-in-hot-or-cold-days/111824)
**Author:** [@PaperCut](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaperCut)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2018, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-runs-like-velvet-but-occasionally-will-crank-and-starts-poorly-either-in-hot-or-cold-days/111824 "2018-02-12T19:35:08Z")
(On a 1993 Tercel 3ee engine 4speed manual. No A/C. No power steering). The vehicle runs properly and starts on the second crank, but occasionally it will crank longer (10-15 cranks) and then it barely catches. I have t… --- ## [:( Brakes loud squeak after years of best parts replacements repeatedly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-loud-squeak-after-years-of-best-parts-replacements-repeatedly/110218)
**Author:** [@JojoToyo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JojoToyo)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2018, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-loud-squeak-after-years-of-best-parts-replacements-repeatedly/110218 "2018-01-25T23:03:29Z")
Longtime listener, supporter & fan! This car has been great. The only thing that has been returning is this loud squeaking shortly after they clean, lubricate & put in the “best of the best” parts. Starting around 2012,… --- ## [Should I replace shocks or struts on 1997 Tercel?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-shocks-or-struts-on-1997-tercel/103023)
**Author:** [@lpear01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lpear01)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2017, 1:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-shocks-or-struts-on-1997-tercel/103023 "2017-04-16T13:53:30Z")
I have a 1997 Tercel that runs great but obviously needs some cushion. Do I need to replace both shocks and struts or would replacing one of them be sufficient. . --- ## [Engine stalls at idle, but only after a few minutes of driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stalls-at-idle-but-only-after-a-few-minutes-of-driving/96896)
**Author:** [@znbail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/znbail)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2016, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stalls-at-idle-but-only-after-a-few-minutes-of-driving/96896 "2016-12-06T16:34:13Z")
So this past weekend I decided it was finally time to do a little maintenance. I did the normal stuff, oil, oil filter, antifreeze flush, fuel filter, air filter, spark plugs and wires, and I even decided to do the valve… --- ## [1989 Tercel Acceleration (Carburetor O-Rings? Carbon in Intake?!)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-tercel-acceleration-carburetor-o-rings-carbon-in-intake/75737)
**Author:** [@MichaelBraud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelBraud)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-tercel-acceleration-carburetor-o-rings-carbon-in-intake/75737 "2016-08-17T00:13:28Z")
I have a problem with my '89 Tercel. When I accelerate, but the torque of the acceleration is hindered at first, like not enough/too much gas is getting to the engine, and if I keep the gas pedal lightly pressed, around … --- ## [Roadtrip with an old toyota?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roadtrip-with-an-old-toyota/93847)
**Author:** [@LaurySt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LaurySt)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2016, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roadtrip-with-an-old-toyota/93847 "2016-07-17T20:23:22Z")
Hi! I drive an old Toyota Tercel (1999). It has 248 000 km (which is around 154 000 miles, I believe). I plan on doing a small trip to Ontario. In total, I would have to do around 1300 miles to go and get back. The car r… --- ## [Toyota Tercel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel/89772)
**Author:** [@Rocher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rocher)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2015, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel/89772 "2015-06-10T22:01:36Z")
I'm looking into a new car and found a 1997 Toyota Tercel. Now what drew me to this car is the mileage- it currently has 70,000 and the asking price is under $3,000. I've been looking for a car a lot lately and it seem… --- ## [1985 Toyota Tercel Wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-toyota-tercel-wagon/84185)
**Author:** [@jkeelsnc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jkeelsnc)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2014, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-toyota-tercel-wagon/84185 "2014-04-02T00:21:21Z")
I'll try to keep this short. However, I need some advice. So, until recently I had a 2000 Ford Focus but it was totaled in an accident not long ago and is long gone now. I was given a 1985 Toyota Tercel Wagon with about … --- ## [Car stall when I brake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stall-when-i-brake/83933)
**Author:** [@ztoyota](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ztoyota)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2014, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stall-when-i-brake/83933 "2014-03-22T16:25:30Z")
When I brake, my car engine is shaking and seems want to turn off. I change the 4 new spark plugs and it doesn't help much. Please advice --- ## [Heat but no Indication](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-but-no-indication/82245)
**Author:** [@bardiferous](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bardiferous)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2014, 5:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-but-no-indication/82245 "2014-01-16T05:49:50Z")
Got a 1995 Toyota Tercel. As the temps have dropped, I have started to use the heat again. The heat comes on, but not nearly as warm as I remember. And now the temp gauge barely nudges - but does seem to nudge - ab… --- ## [Problem with starting car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-starting-car/82211)
**Author:** [@OnlineNews](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OnlineNews)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2013, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-starting-car/82211 "2013-11-14T12:57:53Z")
Sometimes my car starts when I turn over the key once. When it won't start, if I jiggle the steering wheel several times it will start. (When it's cold or humid it rarely starts without first jiggling the steering whee… --- ## [Stubborn electrical problem in 1986 Toyota Tercel wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stubborn-electrical-problem-in-1986-toyota-tercel-wagon/80643)
**Author:** [@Mims](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mims)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2013, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stubborn-electrical-problem-in-1986-toyota-tercel-wagon/80643 "2013-07-31T17:51:48Z")
Me and several local mechanics are at our wits end as to what may be draining my battery over and over. Two lights come on the dash--the 'charge' light on the left and the 'brake' light on the right--and then the car is … --- ## [Toyota Tercel 97 having smoke problems... ring job, overhaul, buy new engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel-97-having-smoke-problems-ring-job-overhaul-buy-new-engine/78390)
**Author:** [@castillo83](https://community.cartalk.com/u/castillo83)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2013, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel-97-having-smoke-problems-ring-job-overhaul-buy-new-engine/78390 "2013-04-02T22:54:00Z")
Hi, My Toyota Tercel 97 is giving me trouble with smoke. It has almost 200K miles and is burning a substantial amount of oil. How do I know if a ring job is enough, or if I should rebuilt it, or just buy another engin… --- ## [97 Toyota Tercel temperature gauge always up, heater blows cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-toyota-tercel-temperature-gauge-always-up-heater-blows-cold/77337)
**Author:** [@SlowModemJohn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SlowModemJohn)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2013, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-toyota-tercel-temperature-gauge-always-up-heater-blows-cold/77337 "2013-02-14T03:44:19Z")
I just bought a 1997 Toyota Tercel 5-speed stick, with 175,000 miles, and the temperature gauge moves from its lowest possible position to its highest possible position when the key is turned on, although the engine does… --- ## [87 toyota tercel won't start in wet weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-toyota-tercel-wont-start-in-wet-weather/75856)
**Author:** [@joewolf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joewolf)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2012, 7:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-toyota-tercel-wont-start-in-wet-weather/75856 "2012-12-02T07:57:51Z")
My 1987 Toyota Tercel wagon works very well -- except that it won't start in wet weather. Maybe this is condensation somewhere, maybe not. Please help me out on this. --- ## [Car will not start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-not-start/75711)
**Author:** [@screechowl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/screechowl)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2012, 11:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-not-start/75711 "2012-11-30T11:00:05Z")
92 tercel will not start. Replaced plugs, wires, rotor, cap. Turns over o.k. --- ## [1993 toyota tercel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-toyota-tercel/74125)
**Author:** [@gramma\_jojo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gramma_jojo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2012, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-toyota-tercel/74125 "2012-08-17T05:11:11Z")
I have a 1993 toyota tercel that has a strange problem. The car starts fine when the engine is cold. If I drive it 15 to 20 minutes and stop and then try to start it again it will either not start or if it does, it mak… --- ## [1997 Toyota Tercel - repair or not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-tercel-repair-or-not/55053)
**Author:** [@daffyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daffyd)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2011, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-tercel-repair-or-not/55053 "2011-04-25T22:48:05Z")
I have a 1997 Tercel with 125000 that has been a trooper. Two weekends ago while taking my son to college one cylinder failed from lack of oil and one of the camshafts was severely damaged. The mechanic (not my local o… --- ## [Low heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-heat/58040)
**Author:** [@donnell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/donnell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2011, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-heat/58040 "2011-02-10T22:18:12Z")
I have a 1995 Toyota Tercel and for some reason the heater only gets hot sitting still or parked I covered the raditor with cardboard and that helped some but this just started last winter would like to have a nice warm … --- ## [Toyota: Tercel vs. Paseo?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel-vs-paseo/60676)
**Author:** [@no-nothing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/no-nothing)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2011, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel-vs-paseo/60676 "2011-02-09T22:49:54Z")
Hi all, I'm finally purchasing my first vehicle. I've decided to learn how to drive a manual transmission, so I'll need a car that can at least handle some initial clutch abuse. I've narrowed my results down to a '96 4… --- ## [A Possible Fuel System Problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-possible-fuel-system-problem/60371)
**Author:** [@ClaytonMichaud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ClaytonMichaud)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2011, 7:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-possible-fuel-system-problem/60371 "2011-01-23T19:21:34Z")
I have a 94 Tercel that's runny poorly. I'm not great with cars, but it feels like its a fuel problem. I live on a hill, and its been being real hesitant going up the hill, especially from a stop, hesitating and almost j… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/tercel/1691.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=tercel)