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.
Underdrive planetary gear
Components
Disassembly
Remove underdrive planetary gear
preload (see page ax-240)
Remove underdrive input shaft nut
Sst 09930-00010 (09931-00010, 09931-00020),
09387-00050, 09564-16020
Using sst, loosen the staked part of the nut.
Clamp the underdrive planetary gear in ...
Deterioration of battery
Description
The ecm determines the battery power according to the voltage of the batt
terminal while the engine is
running (not cranking).
Inspection procedure
Inspect battery
Inspect the battery specific gravity.
Check the specific gravity of each cell.
Standard gravity: ...
Pressure control solenoid "d" electrical (shift solenoid valve slt)
Description
Refer to dtc p2714 (see page ax-91).
Monitor description
When an open or short in the shift solenoid valve slt circuit is detected,
the ecm interprets this as a fault.
The ecm will illuminate the mil and store the dtc.
Monitor strategy
Typical enabling conditions
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