Toyota RAV4 Service Manual: Check mode procedure
Hint:
Intelligent tester only:
compared to normal mode, check mode is more sensitive to
malfunctions. Therefore, check mode can detect the
malfunctions that cannot be detected by normal mode.
Notice:
All the stored dtcs and freeze frame data are erased if:
- The ecm is changed from normal mode to check mode
or vice versa;
- Or the ignition switch is turned from on
to acc or off while in check mode. Before changing
modes, always check and make a note of any dtcs and
freeze frame data.
- Check mode procedure (using intelligent
tester)

- Check and ensure the following conditions:
- Battery positive voltage 11 v or more.
- Throttle valve fully closed.
- Transmission in the p or n position.
- A/c switch off.
- Turn the ignition switch off.
- Connect the intelligent tester to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on.
- Turn the tester on.
- Select the following menu items: diagnosis /
enhanced obd ii/ check mode.
- Switch the ecm from normal mode to check mode.
Make sure the mil flashes as shown in the
illustration.
- Start the engine.
- Make sure the mil turns off.
- Simulate the conditions of the malfunction described
by the customer.
- Check dtcs and freeze frame data using the tester.
Description
Freeze frame data records the engine conditions (fuel
system, calculated load, engine coolant temperature,
fuel trim, engine speed, vehicle speed, etc.) When a
malfunction is dete ...
If any of the following dtcs are set, the ecm enters fail-safe
mode to allow the vehicle to be driven temporarily.
Hint:
*: The vehicle can be driven slowly when the accelerator
pedal is depre ...
Other materials:
Types of child restraints
Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types
according to the age and size of the child:
Rear facing „o infant seat/convertible
seat
Forward facing „o convertible
seat
Booster seat
Selecting an appropriate child restraint system
Use a child restraint ...
System description
Power door lock system description
The power door lock system locks / unlocks all
doors with a one-touch operation.
The door control switch of the power window
regulator master switch or door control switch on
passenger side sends lock / unlock request
signals to the main body ...
Using a bluetooth®
phone
The hands-free system is a function that allows you to use your
cellular phone without touching it.
This system supports bluetooth®. Bluetooth® is a wireless data
system that allows the cellular phone to wirelessly connect to
the hands-free system and make/receive calls.
Before making a pho ...