Toyota RAV4 Service Manual: For vehicles equipped with vehicle stability (vsc) system
- Notices when using drum tester
- Before beginning testing, disable the vsc. To disable the vsc, turn the ignition switch off and connect sst to terminals 12 (ts) and 4 (cg) of the dlc3.
Sst 09843-18040
Notice:
- Confirm that the vsc warning light blinks.
- Vsc system will be reset when the engine is started.
- For safety, secure the vehicle with restraint chains while using a wheel dynamometer.
- Notices of related operations to vsc
- Do not carry out unnecessary installation and removal as it might affect the adjustment of vsc related parts.
- Be sure to follow the instructions for work preparation and final confirmation of proper operation of the vsc system.
For vehicles equipped with mobile communication systems
Install the antenna as far away from the ecu and
sensors of the vehicle electronic systems as
possible.
Install an antenna feeder at least 20 cm (7.87 In.)
Away from the ecu and sensors ...
When servicing active torque control 4wd vehicles
The active torque control 4wd rav4 is equipped
with the 4 wheel drive control system.
If incorrect preparations or test procedures are
used, the test will not only be unsuccessful, but may
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Other materials:
All-wheel drive lock
switch (awd models)
All-wheel drive lock mode can be used when a large amount of
drive power needs to be applied to all the wheels, such as when
the vehicle gets stuck in mud and you need to free it.
Press the switch.
The torque of the engine is distributed
to the rear wheels to the maximum
extent possible in
ac ...
On-vehicle inspection
Check ignition coil assembly and perform spark test
Notice:
in this section, the terms "cold" and "hot" refer to
the temperature of the coils. "Cold" means
approximately -10 to 50°c (14 to 122°f). "Hot" means
approximately 50 to 100°c (122 to 212 ...
On-vehicle inspection
Inspect refrigerant pressure with
manifold gauge set
This method uses a manifold gauge set to locate
problem areas. Read the manifold gauge pressure
when these conditions are established. Test
conditions:
Temperature at the air inlet is 30 to 35°c (86 to
95°f).
Engine is ...