Toyota RAV4 Service Manual: How to proceed with troubleshooting

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. ...

Operation flow

Hint: Perform troubleshooting in accordance with the procedures below. The following is an outline of basic troubleshooting procedures. Confirm the troubleshooting procedures for the circuit you a ...

Other materials:

Vin not programmed or mismatch - ecm / pcm
Description Dtc p0630 is set when the vehicle identification number (vin) is not stored in the engine control module (ecm) or the input vin is incorrect. Input the vin with the intelligent tester. Monitor strategy Typical enabling conditions Typical malfunction thresholds Com ...

Using the mechanical key (vehicles with a smart key system)
To take out the mechanical key, push the release button and take the key out. The mechanical key can only be inserted in one direction, as the key only has grooves on one side. If the key cannot be inserted in a lock cylinder, turn it over and reattempt to insert it. After using the mec ...

Data list / active test
Read data list Hint: Using the intelligent tester's data list allows switch, sensor, actuator and other item values to be read without removing any parts. Reading the data list early in troubleshooting is one way to save time. Connect the intelligent tester to the dlc3. Turn the igni ...