ok i've got spark, but I don't hear the fuel pump coming on when i turn the key to the on position. Is there a spot to check fuel pressure? is there a relay/fuse for the pump? also what socket do you guys use to change the plugs? my plug sockets seem to not be able to fit down the little hole in the head. I really need to get this car going, i wrecked my other one. thanks

The fuel pressure is checked by putting a banjo adapter on the top fitting of the fuel filter then connecting the pressure gauge to the adapter.
Socket size is 5/8". You made need a thin wall type if a standard deep well won't fit.

where it the filter? banjo adapter? like a t fitting ? Should i hear the fuel pump kick in when i place the key into the on position?

where it the filter? banjo adapter? like a t fitting ? Should i hear the fuel pump kick in when i place the key into the on position?
If you have to ask, then maybe you should consider getting this checked by a mechanic? The filter will be on the driver side mounted on the wheel well usually. Otherwise it may be part of the fuel pump assembly. Get a Haynes manual at least. Lots of Toyota service manual links at the top of this forum. Buy a tester like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP7838-Professional-Pressure-Tester/dp/B0009XQUKC

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dave mc

If you have to ask, then maybe you should consider getting this checked by a mechanic? The filter will be on the driver side mounted on the wheel well usually. Otherwise it may be part of the fuel pump assembly. Get a Haynes manual at least. Lots of Toyota service manual links at the top of this forum. Buy a tester like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP7838-Professional-Pressure-Tester/dp/B0009XQUKC

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/51VH3605J3L._AA280_.jpg

dave mc

ok dave, i'll consider getting it looked at by a mechanic.......yeah sure. isn't this forum for people to ask questions for which they don't know the answer? hmmmm thats what i thought it was for. If it were a jeep i wouldn't need to ask a single question but this is the first toyota i've owned. i did find the service manual very useful, thanks.

ok dave, i'll consider getting it looked at by a mechanic.......yeah sure. isn't this forum for people to ask questions for which they don't know the answer? hmmmm thats what i thought it was for. If it were a jeep i wouldn't need to ask a single question but this is the first toyota i've owned. i did find the service manual very useful, thanks.

I'm not trying to be snotty, it's just that if you are not mechanically inclined (you gave me this impression initially), then it is not something you should really do yourself. :)

cheers,

davemc

Hey fergmonster - I'd like to think davemac2 had your safety in mind when he wrote his post. I've read of 30 year mechanics buying it when working this system. The fuel system is one of several that can kill you if you're not careful or proficient. In the town down the road last year, a DIYer had removed a fuel tank to change a pump. Something went wrong leaving his family without a father and a house.

I use a standard 5/8 inch spark plug socket on my 94 and 87. Does the fuel pump relay click? Are the spark plugs wet? Getting power at the fuel pump?

i'll know more tomorrow. will shoot wires to pump if no fuel pressure. didn't even get to take compression test b/c my 5/8 socket i had in the tool pouch wouldn't fit down the tube. is the EFI relay the one i should hear clicking? i didn't see one that was solely for the pump. no hard feelings dave, but i do try to practice safe work habits. I still haven't ruled out the timing belt either, thank god for non-interference motors!

I still haven't ruled out the timing belt either, thank god for non-interference motors!

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ok i've got spark

Spark means belt isn't broken (I'm pretty sure). Even if it slipped a notch, or maybe even a couple, I'd be very surprised if your motor wouldn't turn over because of it.

Did it die on you while you were driving, or did you walk out to it one day and it wouldn't turn over?
If while you were driving, it die all of a sudden or sputter first? How long it sputter? Constantly or intermittent?

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Spark means belt isn't broken (I'm pretty sure). Even if it slipped a notch, or maybe even a couple, I'd be very surprised if your motor wouldn't turn over because of it.

Did it die on you while you were driving, or did you walk out to it one day and it wouldn't turn over?
If while you were driving, it die all of a sudden or sputter first? How long it sputter? Constantly or intermittent?
haven't gotten to it yet today, but- it died on my brother while he was going down the interstate. I just bought it from him, in hopes of fixing it rather inexpensively. I've replaced the egr valve( a long time ago) and i thought maybe this could be the IAC motor on bottom of the throttle body......who knows? i'm just looking for every bit of input i can get from people that may have experienced this before! thanks

and the camry runs again!!! though its not running all that well yet, hitting on 3 cylinders right now.......gonna change plugs and wires hopefully that will help. The fix was the IAC, just pulled the throttle body off, and put on one that was laying around in the garage, lol go figure! thanks guys for all the input, what a good running little car this one will be.....