Toyota Tercel Fuse Box Locations and Diagrams (1994-1999)

The fifth-generation Toyota Tercel (Model Code: L50), produced from 1994 to 1999, marked the final iteration of this compact and affordable sedan. Known for its fuel efficiency, simple mechanics, and reliability, the Tercel was a popular choice among drivers seeking an economical and low-maintenance vehicle. This generation featured a more refined design, improved safety features, and a revised suspension for better handling.

In this article, you will find fuse box diagrams for the Toyota Tercel, covering model years 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, and 1999. These diagrams help owners and technicians identify the fuses and relays responsible for various electrical systems in the vehicle.

What’s Included:

Fuse Box Diagrams – Detailed visuals that show the layout and labeling of fuses and relays.
Fuse Panel Locations – Guidance on where to find the interior and engine compartment fuse boxes.
Fuse Assignments – Clear descriptions of each fuse’s purpose, covering systems like lighting, radio, ignition, power windows, and more.

Whether you’re replacing a blown fuse or troubleshooting an electrical issue, this guide will help you maintain the Toyota Tercel (1994–1999) and ensure its electrical systems remain in proper working order.

What’s Included

Passenger Compartment

Fuse Box Location

It is located behind the cover to the left and below the steering wheel. There is also one fuse in the right side mount, and the panel under the steering wheel must be removed to access it.

The location of the fuses in the passenger compartment: Toyota Tercel (1994-1999)

Fuse Box Diagram

Assignment of the fuses in the instrument panel

№	Name	Amp	Description
14	STOP	10A	Stop lights, high mounted stoplight, anti-lock brake system, shift lock control system
15	A/C	10A	Air conditioning system
16	TAIL	15A	Tail lights, parking lights, license plate lights, instrument panel lights, air conditioning system, emergency flashers, air conditioning system, rear window defogger, car audio system, cigarette lighter, clock
17	GAUGE	10A	Gauge and meters, service reminder indicator (except headlight high beam indicator) and warning buzzers (except discharge, open door and SRS warning lights), back-up lights, rear window defogger, power windows
18	TURN	7.5A	1995-1997: Turn signal lights, emergency flashers; 1998-1999: Turn signal lights
19	WIPER	20A	Windshield wipers and washer
20	ECU-IG	5A	1995-1997: Anti-lock brake system, air conditioning system; 1998-1999: Anti-lock brake system, air conditioning system, shift lock control system, daytime running light system
21	CIG&RADIO	15A	Cigarette lighter, car audio system, clock, theft deterrent system, shift lock control system, SRS airbag system, seat belt pretensioners
22	IGN	5A	Charging system, discharge warning light, multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, SRS airbag system, seat belt pretensioners
23	SRS or ECU-B	5A	SRS airbag warning light
29	DEF	30A	Rear window defogger
30	PWR	30A	Power windows, power door lock system

Engine Compartment

Fuse Box Location

There are two or three fuse boxes near the battery.

The location of the fuses in the engine compartment: Toyota Tercel (1994-1999)

Fuse Box Diagram

Assignment of the fuses in the engine compartment

№	Name	Amp	Description
1	HEAD (LH)	10A	Without DRL: Left-hand headlight
1	DRL	5A	With DRL: Daytime running light system
2	HEAD (RH)	10A	With DRL: Not Used; Without DRL: Right-hand headlight
3	AM2	15A	Ignition system, charging system, multiport fuel injection sys-tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system, SRS airbag system, seat belt pretensioners, starter system
4	HAZ-HORN	15A	1995-1997: Horns, turn signal lights, emergency flashers, theft deterrent system; 1998-1999: Horns, emergency flashers, theft deterrent system
5	EFI	15A	1995-1997: Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, air conditioning system; 1998-1999: Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
6	DOME	10A	Interior lights, open door warning light, clock, car audio system, theft deterrent system, daytime running light system
7	OBD-II	7.5A	On-board diagnosis system
8	ALT-S	5A	Charging system
10	HEAD_(RH-LWR)	10A	With DRL: Right-hand headlight (low beam)
11	HEAD_(LH-LWR)	10A	With DRL: Left-hand headlight (low beam)
12	HEAD_(RH-UPR)	10A	With DRL: Right-hand headlight (high beam)
13	HEAD_(LH-UPR)	10A	With DRL: Left-hand headlight (high beam)
24	CDS FAN	30A	Electric cooling fans
25	RAD FAN	30A	Electric cooling fans
26	HEATER	40A	Air conditioning system, “A/C” fuses
27	DIMMER	30A	With DRL: “HEAD (RH-LWR)”, “HEAD (LH-LWR)”, “HEAD (RH-UPR)” and “HEAD (LH-UPR)” fuses
28	MAIN	30A	Starter system
31	ABS	60A	Anti-lock brake system
32	AM1	50A	“DEF”, “WIPER”, “GAUGE”, “ECU-IG”, “TURN”, “IGN”, “PWR” and “CIG&RADIO” fuses
33	ALT	100A	“ABS”, “STOP”, “TAIL”, “ECU-B” or “SRS”, “DEF”, “AM1”, “WIPER”, “GAUGE”, “ECU-IG”, “TURN”, “PWR” and “CIG&RADIO” fuses

FAQ

Which fuse controls the cigar lighter (power outlet) in the Toyota Tercel?

In the Toyota Tercel, the cigar lighter and radio circuits are protected by fuse #21, labeled “CIG & RADIO”, located in the Instrument Panel Fuse Box.