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Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Diagnostic trouble code chart

Look for output diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) (from the dtc checks) in the appropriate section's diagnostic trouble code chart. Use the chart to determine the trouble area and the proper inspection procedure. A description of each of the chart's columns are below.

Item

Description

Dtc no. Indicates the diagnostic trouble code
Detection item Indicates the system or details of the problem
Trouble area Indicates the suspected areas of the problem
See page Indicates the page where the inspection procedures for each circuit are to be found, or gives instruction for checking and repairs
Symptom simulation
Hint: The most difficult case in troubleshooting is when no problem symptoms occur. In such a case, a thorough problem analysis must be carried out. A simulation of the same or similar conditions ...

Problem symptoms table
When a "normal" code is output during a dtc check but the problem is still occurring, use the problem symptoms table. The suspected areas (circuits or parts) for each problem symptom are ...

Other materials:

Removal
Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal Caution: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation. Remove generator assembly Remove the generator assembly from the vehicl ...

Basic repair hint
Hints on operations 1 Attire Always wear a clean uniform. A hat and safety shoes must be worn. 2 Vehicle protection Prepare a grille cover, fender cover, seat cover and floor mat before starting the operation. 3 Safe opera ...

Functions included in LTA system
â–  Lane departure alert function When the system determines that the vehicle might depart from its lane or course*, a warning is displayed on the multi-information display, and a warning buzzer will sound to alert the driver. When the warning buzzer sounds, check the area around your vehicle and c ...

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