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:
System description
System description
Hint:
The skid control ecu forms a single unit with the abs
and traction actuator.
Abs (anti-lock brake system):
the abs helps prevent the wheels from locking
when the brakes are applied firmly or on a slippery
surface.
Operation description:
the skid ...
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 they are listed. Replace p ...
General maintenance (2006/01- )
Inspect drive belt (see page em-7)
Replace spark plugs (see page ig-7)
Replace air cleaner filter
Remove the air filter.
Visually check that the air filter is not excessively
damaged or oily.
Replace the air filter with a new one, if necessary.
Replace engine oil and oil fil ...
