1990 Toyota Tercel Trouble Codes

Tiny
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  • 1990 TOYOTA TERCEL
  • 1.5L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 110,000 MILES
I have a 1990 Toyota Tercel with a trouble code of 71, so I assumed it was the EGR Valve, so I replaced it. The code cleared but 24 hours later the code came back. I asked a sales person at a local parts stores of what could be the problem. They said it is possible that I have carbon build up in the throttle body and it should be cleaned out. So removed the EGR Valve and applied a Seafoam cleaner. I noticed a lot of carbon smoke coming out. But I don't know if I cleaned the throttle body correctly. The code reset. Later in the night as I was driving the code 71 came with with another code of 42. I am puzzled, what do you think could be the problem? Should I replace the Vacuum Modulator Valve and Oxygen sensor or how do I clean out the throttle body correctly and do I remove the EGR Valve again. Also what is a code 42?
Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 9:48 AM

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Tiny
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Code 42 is speed sensor in trans so that cold be bad ecu bad or wiring short. Code 71 see pics for diagonosing. Also check for vacuum leaks.
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Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 12:20 PM
Tiny
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Can You tell me where the EGR Gas Temperature is located on a 1990 Toyota Tercel coupe? I can't find it!
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Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 2:55 PM
Tiny
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Below egr valve
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Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 3:17 PM
Tiny
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Should I replace the vacuum module that's above the EGR Valve?
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Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 4:11 PM
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If it leaks or doesn't work yes ifnot leave it alone. Hook a vacuum pump to it to test
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Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 4:27 PM
Tiny
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Should I reclean the throttle body with Seafoam carbon cleaner? If I do, do I have to remove the EGR Valve? Where do I start cleaning at?
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Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 4:51 PM
Tiny
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Now I have another issue with a different car. I have a 1997 Honda CRV and it has 160000 miles. It just started getting hot when I put the A/C on. Previously I replaced the water pump when it needed a timing belt. It needed a new A/C Compressor, but I haven't replaced the Drier Receiver. What do you think could be the issue? Also, how do I give a donation to your company?
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Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 5:00 PM
Tiny
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Tuesday, July 1st, 2014 AT 6:03 AM

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