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Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: General information

A large number of ecu controlled systems are used in the rav4. In general, ecu controlled systems are considered to be very intricate, requiring a high level of technical knowledge to troubleshoot. However, most problem checking procedures only involve inspecting the ecu controlled system's circuits one by one. An adequate understanding of the system and a basic knowledge of electricity is enough to perform effective troubleshooting, accurate diagnoses and necessary repairs.

For using intelligent tester

Toyota RAV4. General information


Connect the cable of the intelligent tester to the dlc3, turn the ignition switch on and attempt to use the tester. If the display indicates that a communication error has occurred, there is a problem either with the vehicle or with the tester.

* If communication is normal when the tester is connected to another vehicle, inspect the dlc3 of the original vehicle.

* If communication is still not possible when the tester is connected to another vehicle, the problem may be in the tester itself. Consult the service department listed in the tester's instruction manual.

How to troubleshoot ecu controlled systems
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How to proceed with troubleshooting
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Other materials:

Freeze frame data
Description Freeze frame data records the engine conditions (fuel system, calculated load, engine coolant temperature, fuel trim, engine speed, vehicle speed, etc.) When a malfunction is detected. When troubleshooting, it can help determine if the vehicle was running or stopped, the engin ...

Reassembly
Install cooler (solar sensor) thermistor (for automatic air conditioning system) Install automatic light control sensor (for automatic light control system) Install front passenger airbag assembly (see page rs-351) Install no. 2 Instrument panel register assembly Install no. 1 Ins ...

Diagnostic trouble code chart
If a dtc is displayed during the dtc check, check the circuit listed in the table below and proceed to the page given. Hint: *1: "Comes on" means the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminates. *2: "Dtc stored" means the ecm memorizes the malfunction code if the ecm ...

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