Toyota RAV4 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:
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from p
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake
pedal, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system
to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the
vehicle inspected by your toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency ...
Fail-safe chart
Fail-safe function
When communication fails in any of the main wires
(communication lines) due to a short circuit or other
causes, the fail-safe function, which is specified for
each system, operates to prevent the system from
malfunctioning.
The table below shows the effects on e ...
Parking brake system
Problem symptoms table
Hint:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the
problem symptom. The potential causes of the symptoms are
listed in order of probability in the "suspected area" column of
the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected
areas in the order th ...