Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Handling of hose clamps
- Before removing the hose, check the clamp position so that it can be reinstalled in the same position.
- Replace any deformed or dented clamps with new ones.
- When reusing a hose, attach the clamp on the clamp track portion of the hose.
- For a spring type clamp, you may want to spread the tabs slightly after installation by pushing in the direction of the arrows as shown in the illustration.
Removal and installation of engine intake parts
If any metal particles enter inlet system parts, they
may damage the engine.
When removing and installing inlet system parts,
cover the openings of the removed parts and engine
openings ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Dtc check / clear
Check dtc
Connect the intelligent tester to the dlc3.
Turn the ignition switch on and turn the tester on.
Select the following menu item: body / sliding roof /
dtc.
Check the dtc(s).
Clear dtc
Connect the intelligent tester to the dlc3.
Turn the ignition switch on ...
Evaporator temperature sensor circuit
Description
The no. 1 Cooler thermistor (evaporator temperature sensor) is installed on
the evaporator in the air
conditioning unit to detect the temperature of the cooled air that has passed
through the evaporator and to
control the air conditioner. It sends signals to the air conditioni ...
Mass or volume air flow circuit
Description
The mass air flow (maf) meter is a sensor that measures the amount of air
flowing through the throttle
valve.
The ecm uses this information to determine the fuel injection time and to
provide the appropriate air-fuel
ratio.
Inside the maf meter, there is a heated platinu ...
