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    Toyota Corona 1980 Problems

    Are you having problems with your 1980 Toyota Corona? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 1980 Toyota Corona issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 1980 Toyota Corona in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Fuelling options
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 2 October 2003

    I haven't heard of any problem in getting LRP in your area, but I will check with the fuel companies. The engine in your Toyota should have valve seat inserts which means you could simply switch to ULP without the need to use an additive. PULP would be a waste of money in your car when it will run happily on regular unleaded.

    Stalling corona
    Answered by Graham Smith · 30 January 2003

    There were reports from Western Australia of a build-up of deposits on the spark plugs of engines running on LRP and which were driven only short distances. The deposit was blamed for poor starting and running, so it's worth checking your plugs for abnormal build-up of deposits. Clean the plugs before reinstalling them in the engine. If there is an unusual build-up that could be causing the problem, consider changing to a higher heat range spark plug that would help burn off the deposits. While there is a chance the problem is caused by the LRP you use, it's more likely to be a problem with the engine itself, so check the carburettor to ensure the automatic choke is operating correctly, and check the ignition timing, points and set them to specification. Also check for signs of intake manifold leakage.

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