Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Basic inspection
When a malfunction is not confirmed by the dtc check, troubleshooting should be carried out in all circuits considered to be possible causes of the problem. In many cases, by carrying out the basic engine check shown in the following flowchart, the location of the problem can be found quickly and efficiently. Therefore, using this check is essential when engine troubleshooting.
Notice:
Conduct this check with the engine stopped and ignition
switch off. 
Check for intermittent problems
Hint:
Inspect the vehicle's ecm using check mode. Intermittent
problems are easier to detect with the intelligent tester when
the ecm is in check mode. In check mode, the ecm uses 1
trip detection ...
Registration
Notice:
The vehicle identification number (vin) must be input
into the replacement ecm.
Hint:
The vin is a 17-digit alphanumeric number. The intelligent
tester is required to register the vin.
...
Other materials:
Gcwr, twr and unbraked twr
Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross
vehicle weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight are all within the
limits.
Gcwr*
2Wd models: 5985 lb. (2715 Kg)
Awd models: 6100 lb. (2765 Kg)
Twr*
1500 Lb. (680 Kg)
Unbraked twr*
1000 Lb. (450 Kg)
*: ...
On-vehicle inspection
Check accelerator pedal rod
Check the voltage.
Connect the intelligent tester to the dlc3.
Turn the ignition switch on
Turn the intelligent tester on.
Select the menu items: diagnosis /
enhanced obd ii / data list / all /
accel pos #1, accel pos #2.
Operate the acceler ...
Dtc check / clear
Notice:
When the diagnosis system is changed from normal
mode to check mode or vice versa, all dtcs and freeze
frame data recorded in normal mode are erased. Before
changing modes, always check and make a note of any
dtcs and freeze frame data.
Hint:
Dtcs which are stored in the ecm can be ...
