Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Dtc check / clear
- Check dtc
- Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on and turn the intelligent tester on.
- Select the following menu items: diagnosis / obd/mobd / immobiliser / dtc info / current codes.
- Check dtcs and then write them down.
Hint:
Refer to the intelligent tester operator's manual for further details.
- Confirm the details of the dtcs (see page ei-20).
- Clear dtc
- Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on (do not start the engine) and turn the intelligent tester on.
- Select the following menu items: diagnosis / obd/mobd / immobiliser / dtc info / clear codes.
Hint:
Refer to the intelligent tester operator's manual for further details.
- Erase dtcs by pressing the yes button on the tester.
Hint:
Refer to the intelligent tester operator's manual for further details.
Diagnosis system
Description
Engine immobiliser system data and diagnostic
trouble codes (dtcs) can be read through the
vehicle's data link connector 3 (dlc3). In some
cases, a malfunction may be occurr ...
Data list / active test
Read data list
Hint:
Using the intelligent tester's data list allows switch,
sensor, actuator and other item values to be read without
removing any parts. Reading the data list early in
trou ...
Other materials:
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle
emission inspection programs
which include OBD
(On Board Diagnostics)
checks. The OBD system
monitors the operation of
the emission control system.
If the malfunction indicator
lamp comes on
The OBD system determines
that a problem exists somewhere
in the emission control
sy ...
Calibration
Description
After replacing components relating to the vsc or
performing "front wheel alignment adjustment",
clear and read the sensor calibration data.
Follow the chart to perform calibration.
Clear zero point calibration data (when using
intelligent tester)
...
Active test
Hint:
Performing an active test enables components
including the relays, vsv (vacuum switching valve) and
actuators, to be operated without removing any parts.
The active test can be performed with the intelligent
tester. Performing the active test as the first step of
troubleshooting is one ...
