Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual: Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood
- Pull the hood lock release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
- Push the auxiliary catch lever to the left and lift the hood.
- Hold the hood open by inserting the supporting rod into the slot.
Caution
Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body.
Notice
When closing the hood
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend.
Do-it-yourself service
precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
Caution
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
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Positioning a floor jack
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack correctly.
Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause
injury.
Front
Rear
Caution
When raising your vehicle
Make ...
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Diagnosis system
Description
Air conditioning system data and the diagnostic
trouble codes (dtcs) can be read through the
data link connector 3 (dlc3) of the vehicle. When
the system seems to be malfunctioning, use the
intelligent tester to check for malfunctions and
perform troubleshooting.
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Hydraulic test
Measure line pressure
Notice:
Perform the test at the normal operating atf
temperature: 50 to 80°c (122 to 176°f).
The line pressure test should always be
performed with at least 2 people. One person
should observe the condition of the wheels or
wheel chocks while the other ...
Terminals of ecu
Skid control ecu
Hint:
*1: W/ 16-inch disc
*2: W/ downhill assist control
*3: For 2wd (w/ auto lsd)
Check skid control ecu
Disconnect the a19 ecu connector.
Measure the voltage and resistance of the wire
harness side connector.
Hint:
The voltage cannot be measured ...