Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Inspection
- Inspect camshaft timing oil control valve assembly
- Measure the resistance of the oil control valve.
Standard resistance 
If the result is not as specified, replace the oil control valve assembly.
- Check the operation.
- Apply battery voltage across the terminals and check that the spool valve operates.
Notice:
Check that the spool valve is not stuck.
Hint:
The spool valve may not return if foreign objects are caught in it. This may cause subtle pressure leaks to the advance side, and a dtc may be set.
Removal
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to
prevent airbag and seat belt preten ...
Installation
Install camshaft timing oil control valve
assembly
Apply a light coat of engine oil to the o-ring of the oil
control valve.
Install the oil control valve with the bolt.
Torque: 9 ...
Other materials:
Transmission wire
Components
Removal
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to
prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
Remove no. 1 Engine under cover
Drain automati ...
Diagnosis system
Description
Key reminder warning system data can be read
through the data link connector 3 (dlc3) of the
vehicle. When the system seems to be
malfunctioning, use the intelligent tester (with can
vim) to check for malfunctions and perform repairs.
Check dlc3
The vehi ...
Checking the battery
Check the battery as follows.
â– Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals
are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections,
cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
â– Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces
hydrogen gas which is flammable
and exp ...
