Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: How to proceed with troubleshooting
Hint:
- Use these procedures to troubleshoot the cruise 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 communication function of can communication system*
- Use the intelligent tester (with can vim) to check if the can communication system is functioning normally.
Result: 
- Check indicator light
- Check dtc*
- Check for a dtc and note any codes that are output.
- Delete the dtc.
- Recheck for dtcs, and try to prompt the dtc by simulating the original activity that the dtc suggests.
Result 
- Overall analysis and troubleshooting*
- Terminals of ecm (see page cc-13)
- Data list / active test (see page cc-17 )
- Repair or replace
- Confirmation test
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Parts location
System diagram
System description
Cruise control system
This system is controlled by the ecm, and is activated by
the throttle position sensor and motor. The ecm controls
the ...
Road test
Inspect set switch
Push the main switch on.
Drive at a desired speed (40 km/h (25 mph) or
higher).
Inspect "+" switch
Push the main switch button on.
D ...
Other materials:
On-vehicle inspection
Check ignition coil assembly and perform spark test
Notice:
in this section, the terms "cold" and "hot" refer to
the temperature of the coils. "Cold" means
approximately -10 to 50°c (14 to 122°f). "Hot" means
approximately 50 to 100°c (122 to 212 ...
Internal control module random access memory (ram) error
Description
The ecm continuously monitors its own internal memory status, internal
circuits, and output signals
transmitted to the throttle actuator. This self-check ensures that the ecm is
functioning properly. If any
malfunction is detected, the ecm sets the appropriate dtc and illumina ...
On-vehicle inspection
Check steering pad assembly (vehicle not involved in collision and
airbag not deployed)
Perform a diagnostic system check (see page rs-
49).
With the steering pad (with airbag) installed on the
vehicle, perform a visual check:
check for cuts, cracks or discoloration on the
...
