Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Brake warning light does not come on
Wiring diagram
Refer to the brake warning light circuit (see page bc-145).
Inspection procedure
- Check can communication system
- Check if the can communication system dtc is output (see page ca-34).
Result 
- Perform active test by intelligent tester (brake warning light)
- Select the active test, generate a control command, and then check that brake warning light operates.
Ok: the brake warning light turns on or off.
- Inspect combination meter
- Inspect the combination meter (see page me-15).
Replace abs and traction actuator assembly
Brake warning light remains on
Description
If any of the following conditions are detected, the brake warning light
remains on:
The ecu connectors are disconnected from the skid control ecu.
The brake fluid level is insuff ...
Slip indicator light remains on
Description
The slip indicator blinks during vsc and/or trc operation.
When the system fails, the slip indicator comes on to warn the driver.
For 2wd: with auto lsd switch on, when the hydrauli ...
Other materials:
Wireless remote
control/electronic
key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Flathead screwdriver
Small flathead screwdriver
Lithium battery cr2016 (vehicles without a smart key system), or
cr2032 (vehicles with a smart key system)
Replacing the battery
Vehicles without a ...
Dtc check / clear
Check dtc
Connect the intelligent tester to the dlc3.
Turn the ignition switch on and turn the tester on.
Select the following menu item: body / sliding roof /
dtc.
Check the dtc(s).
Clear dtc
Connect the intelligent tester to the dlc3.
Turn the ignition switch on ...
Automatic transaxle fluid
On-vehicle inspection
Check transaxle fluid level
Hint:
Drive the vehicle so that the engine and transaxle are at
normal operating temperature.
Fluid temperature:
70 to 80°c (158 to 176°f)
Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the
parking brake.
With the engine idling and ...
