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

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.
Air-fuel ratio (a/f) and heated oxygen (ho2) sensor
monitors (active air-fuel ratio control type)
Preconditions
The monitor will not run unless:
2 Minutes or more have elapsed since the engine
was started.
The engine coolant temperature (ect) is 75°c
(167°f) or more.
Cumulative driving time at a vehicle speed of 48
km/h (30 mph) or more exceeds 6 minutes.
Air-fuel rat ...
Stop light switch circuit
Description
When the stop light switch is turned on, current flows to the stop lights to
illuminate them.
Wiring diagram
Inspection procedure
Inspect fuse (stop)
Remove the stop fuse from the instrument panel
junction block.
Measure the resistance of the fuse.
Standard resi ...
System description
Lighting system
Illumination control system (illuminated entry
system):
When the doors are unlocked by a key or
transmitter operation, or when a door is opened or
closed, the illuminated entry system turns on the
room light, map light, foot light and ignition key
cylinder light*1 o ...