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Engine Mechanical

Club4AG Forum Topics: DIY: 4age Valve Stem Seals.
http://forums.club4ag.com/zerothread?id=9621

Compression Test
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=15

Change The Timing Belt And Head Gasket
http://www.mr2.com/TEXT/ChangeTimingAndHeadGasket.html

Drivetrain Repair Info
http://shell.deru.com/~sgn1/AW11/Enginere.htm

Toyota LandCruiser RJ70 - Bundera -1986. Replacing the head gasket, step-by-step (with pictures).
http://landcruiser70.blogspot.nl/2011/01/koppakking-vervangen-stap-voor-stap_8709.html

Modiying 3SG engine
http://www.roadandtrack.net.au/images/stories/documents/Modifying_the_3SG_non-turbo_engine.pdf

Weep Hole Plug Repair
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/weephole.php

Changing big end and main bearings with the crank in situ
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=99

Serpentine Belt and Power Steering Conversion
http://www.wideopenwest.com/~rballard2820/astro%20write%20up.htm

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Oil (Lubrication)

Toyota MR2 Mark 1 Engine Oil and Filter Change
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/nick.challoner/mr2/tech/oilchange.html

MR2 MK2 Rev3 3S-GTE Oil Change Sump Plug and Filter Location
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=67

Oil and filter change 3S-GTE Rev 4
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=101

Drivetrain Repair Info
http://shell.deru.com/~sgn1/AW11/Enginere.htm

Oil and filter change
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=30

Engine Oil and Filter Change
http://www.challoner.com/mr2/tech/oilchange.html

Oil Pan Gasket Replacement
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/oilpan.php

Toyota Corolla frequently asked questions (FAQ)
http://www.corolland.com/faq.html

34 Prius Tips You May Not Know
http://scottelkin.com/archive/2005/10/13/4479.aspx

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Air Intake

Carter/Edlebrock Carb Modifications
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/carter.php

Compression Test
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=15

JR Air Filter Installation
http://www.challoner.com/mr2/tech/jr.html

APEXi Power Intake Installation
http://www.turbomr2.com/MR2/HowTo/APEXi%20Intake/APEXI%20Intake.htm

Air Flow Meter (AFM) Notes
http://www.mr2.com/TEXT/AFM_Notes.html

80-series Throttle Adjustment
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/80throttle.php

3" Intake Installation
http://www.keystonegarageclub.com/spyder_intake.html

Cruiser Carb Info
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/carbinfo.php

Toyota LandCruiser RJ70 - Bundera -1986. Replacing the head gasket, step-by-step (with pictures).
http://landcruiser70.blogspot.nl/2011/01/koppakking-vervangen-stap-voor-stap_8709.html

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Ignition

Changing dissy and rotor arm!!
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=63

Spark Plug Wire Test
http://www.mr2.com/TEXT/DavidKucharczyk/ignition.html

Change The Distributor Cap, Rotor, Spark Plugs, and Plug Wires on a MkII
http://www.mr2.com/ARTICLE/Mk2_IgnitionMaintenance.html

2F FI Install
http://www.tomquinn.com/lc/2f_fi/index.html

Ignition Maintenance
http://www.mr2.com/TEXT/IgnitionMaintenance.html

DIY: 4AGE distributor rebuild
http://forums.club4ag.com/zerothread?id=8286

Setting Ignition Timing on an MR2 Turbo
http://mr2.noegruts.com/ignition/timing.htm

Magnecor leads
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=14

ECU Diagnostic Codes
http://www.challoner.com/mr2/tech/diagnostics.html

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Cooling

Coolant Change (mr2 Sw20)
http://www.toyotaownersclub.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=5848

MR2 Engine Cooling Fan Modification
http://www.mr2.com/TEXT/CoolingFanMod.html

Toyota LandCruiser RJ70 - Bundera -1986. Replacing the head gasket, step-by-step (with pictures).
http://landcruiser70.blogspot.nl/2011/01/koppakking-vervangen-stap-voor-stap_8709.html

Remove air from coolant
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=38

Changing Your Coolant
http://www.mr2.com/TEXT/CoolantChange.html

MKI Overheat
http://shell.deru.com/~sgn1/AW11/Ovhtfaq.htm

Changing Coolant in a 1993 turbo
http://www.mr2.com/TEXT/Coolant.html

Water Pump Replacement
http://www.toyotasurf.asn.au/techsite/waterpump.htm

HOW TO REMOVE RADIATOR & HYDRAULIC FAN
http://www.jzs147.com.au/forum/viewtopic.php?t=954

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Fuel System

3S-GTE Fuel pump mod
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=20

Remove Your Fuel Rail and Have it Calibrated
http://www.mr2.com/ARTICLE/RemoveYourFuelRail.html

Fuel Cut Defenser
http://mr2.gordaen.com/mods/11/index.php

replace the heater hoses on top of the fuel tank
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=53

Toyota Celica GT4 ST165 fuel pump relay modification
http://www.gtfours.co.uk/how_to/fpr/fpr.htm

V8 Fuel Gauge
http://soarer.ace.net.au/v8_fuel_guage.html

Fuel pump upgrades
http://www.supras.nl/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=49&Itemid=65

Supra Fuel Line
http://www.tscperformance.com/supra_fuelfeed.html

Installing a Walbro Fuel Pump Guide ['04]
http://vamp.darkravers.net/cpg/thumbnails.php?album=141

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Emission Control (O2, PCV, EGR)

EGR removal - 83 2F desmog
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/2f-egr.php

MkII O2 Sensor Diagnosis
http://www.mr2.com/TEXT/MkII_O2_Sensor.html

Checking your O2 sensor
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=33

O2 SENSOR (4-Wire) REPLACEMENT
http://www.mr2mk1club.com/repairsp88.html

Smog Pump Rebuild
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/smogpump.php

Drivetrain Repair Info
http://shell.deru.com/~sgn1/AW11/Enginere.htm

1993 Toyota MR2 M - VACUUM DIAGRAMS
http://www.ebooksquad.com/2007/09/08/1993-toyota-mr2-m-vacuum-diagrams.html

Emissions Layout
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/desmog.php

OXYGEN SENSOR REPLACEMENT
http://www.mr2mk1club.com/repairsp50.html

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Exhaust

Installing your own exhaust
http://www.spydermagazine.com/2002/July/exhaust/exhaust-info.htm

Dual Exhaust Installation
http://www.keystonegarageclub.com/spyder_exhaust.html

Exhaust Manifold Removal and Fitting
http://www.challoner.com/mr2/tech/exh_mfold.html

Detailed Instructions To Upgrade Your Exhaust
http://www.mr2.com/ARTICLE/UpgradeYourExhaust.html

Drivetrain Repair Info
http://shell.deru.com/~sgn1/AW11/Enginere.htm

Magnex Stainless Steel Exhaust
http://www.challoner.com/mr2/tech/magnex.html

Fitting An Exhaust By Earpl & Norm.
http://www.toyotaownersclub.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=27087

Installing a Greddy SP Cat-Back Exhaust
http://www.6gc.net/howto/install_cat_back_exhaust

Cat-Back Exhaust
http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/CheapTricks/TailPipe.shtml

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Electronics (ECU)

Installing J&S Safeguard Ultra II
http://www.turbomr2.com/MR2/HowTo/Safeguard/Installing%20J&S%20Safeguard%20Ultra%20II-01.htm

IMOC How to - Resetting the ECU
http://www.imoc.co.uk/technical/howto/ResetECU.htm

MK1A ECU Codes
http://www.mr2garage.com/mr2-knowledgebase/mk1a+ecu+codes.html

ECU Diagnostic Codes
http://www.challoner.com/mr2/tech/diagnostics.html

Engine Error Codes
http://www.cygnusx1.net/Supra/TechTips/engine_error_codes.aspx

Installing an Apexi S-AFC II on the ST
http://www.6gc.net/howto/install_apexi_safc2

Easy Starter Kill Switch
http://www.customtacos.com/tech/index.php?article=195

Toyota MR2 ECU removal - by
http://www.kydrives.net/2006/07/14/toyota-mr2-ecu-removal/

reset the ECU on a Toyota Celica GT4 ST165
http://www.gtfours.co.uk/how_to/reset_ecu/reset.htm

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Extras (generator, starter, etc.)

CS-130 Alternator Wiring
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/cs130.php

Adding Cruise Control to a Mk I
http://www.mr2.com/ARTICLE/AddingCruiseControl.html

Replacing the alternator in a MKI MR2
http://www.mr2.com/TEXT/AlternatorMkI.html

Drivetrain Repair Info
http://shell.deru.com/~sgn1/AW11/Enginere.htm

Serpentine Belt and Power Steering Conversion
http://www.wideopenwest.com/~rballard2820/astro%20write%20up.htm

Toyota Corolla frequently asked questions (FAQ)
http://www.corolland.com/faq.html

Starter Removal & Rebuild
http://www.mr2garage.com/mr2-knowledgebase/starter+removal+%26+rebuild.html

Removing/Installing the Starter Motor
http://www.toyotasurf.asn.au/techsite/starter.htm

Replacing Alternator Brushes
http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/maintenance/alternator_brushes/

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Forced Induction

GReddy Turbo Installation on a MkII
http://www.mr2.com/ARTICLE/GReddyTurboInstall.html

install an Auto Pro Air/Fuel Ratio Monitor
http://www.mr2.com/ARTICLE/AutoProAFMonitor.html

Installing In-Dash Boost Gauge
http://www.turbomr2.com/MR2/HowTo/Blitz%20Boost%20Gauge/Blitz%20Boost%20Gauge_PG1.htm

Supercharged MR2 Technical Information Page
http://shell.deru.com/~sgn1/AW11/Scnotes.htm

Blitz Dual Solenoid Boost Controller Installation and Operation
http://www.mr2.com/ARTICLE/BlitzDualSBC.html

MR2 Turbo Ignition System Maintenance
http://mr2.noegruts.com/ignition/ignition.htm

HKS 4AGTE turbo Manual
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=103

HKS 46mm Boost Gauge Install
http://www.mr2.com/ARTICLE/HKS_46mm.html

Installing APEXi AVCR
http://www.turbomr2.com/MR2/HowTo/APEXI%20AVCR/Installing%20APEXi%20AVCR-01.htm

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