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Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Diagnosis system

  1. Description

Toyota RAV4. Diagnosis system


  1. Key reminder warning system data can be read through the data link connector 3 (dlc3) of the vehicle. When the system seems to be malfunctioning, use the intelligent tester (with can vim) to check for malfunctions and perform repairs.
  1. Check dlc3

Toyota RAV4. Diagnosis system


The vehicle's ecm uses iso 15765-4 communication protocol. The terminal arrangement of the dlc3 complies with iso 15031-03 and matches the iso 15765-4 format.

Toyota RAV4. Diagnosis system


Notice:

*: Before measuring the resistance, leave the vehicle as is for at least 1 minute and do not operate the ignition switch, other switches or doors.

If the result is not as specified, the dlc3 may have a malfunction. Repair or replace the harness and connector.

Hint:

Connect the cable of the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dcl3, turn the ignition switch on and attempt to use the tester. If the display indicates that a communication error has occurred, there is a problem either with the vehicle or with the tester.

Terminals of ecu
Check combination meter assembly Measure the voltage and resistance of the connector. Check instrument panel junction block (main body ecu) Measure the voltage and r ...

Data list / active test
Read data list Hint: Using the intelligent tester's data list allows switch, actuator and other item values to be read without removing any parts. Reading the data list early in troubleshoot ...

Other materials:

Front passenger side seat belt warning light malfunction
Description When the ignition switch is on, the center airbag sensor transmits front seat inner belt status signals to the combination meter through the can bus line. If the front passenger seat belt is not fastened, the heater control panel (automatic a/c) or clock (manual a/c) blinks the fr ...

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) *: ...

Selecting the audio source
Switching between audio sources such as radio and cd are explained in this section. Changing audio source Press the “audio” button to display the audio source selection screen. If the audio source selection screen is not displayed, press the “audio” button again. Select the d ...

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