Toyota RAV4 Service Manual: How to proceed with troubleshooting
Hint:
- Use these procedures to troubleshoot the vehicle stability control system.
- *: Use the intelligent tester.
- Vehicle brought to workshop
- Inspect battery voltage
Standard voltage: 11 to 14 v
If the voltage is below 11 v, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding.
- Check and clear dtc*
- Problem symptom confirmation
Result 
- Symptom simulation
- Check communication function of controller area network (can)*
- Use the intelligent tester to check for normal functioning of the can communication system.
- Perform bus check (communication malfunction dtc).
Result 
- Check for dtc*
Result 
- Problem symptoms table
Result
- Overall analysis and troubleshooting
- Terminals of ecu (see page bc-41)
- Data list / active test (see page bc-52)
- Check for fluid leakage
- Repair or replace
- Confirmation test
End
System description
System description
Hint:
The skid control ecu forms a single unit with the abs
and traction actuator.
Abs (anti-lock brake system):
the abs helps prevent the wheels from locking
when t ...
Check for intermittent problems
Check for intermittent problems
Hint:
A momentary interruption (open circuit) in the connectors
and/or wire harness between the sensors and ecus can
be detected by using the ecu data list fun ...
Other materials:
Cup holders
Front
Rear
Pull the armrest down.
Adjusting the size of the cup holder (front passenger’s side)
The adjuster can be removed.
Caution
Items unsuitable for the cup holders
Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup
holders.
Other items may be thrown out ...
Front seat frame with adjuster
Inspection
Inspect front seat frame with adjuster
Check operation of the seat frame (slide motor).
Check if the seat frame moves smoothly when
the battery is connected to the slide motor
connector terminals.
Ok
If the result is not as specified, replace the seat
frame w ...
If the vehicle battery
is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the
vehicle’s battery is discharged.
You can also call your toyota dealer or a qualified repair shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle
with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by fo ...