Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Precaution
Notice:
- Take extra care to replace each part properly. Improper installation or repair could affect the performance of the brake system and cause a driving hazard.
- It is very important to keep the brake system parts and the work area clean when repairing the brake system.
- If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system, refer to the precautions in the introduction section (see page in-5).
- Care must be taken when using magnets as they could affect the performance of the speed sensors.
- Since the brake line is one of the critical safety-related parts, be sure to disassemble the components if a brake fluid leak is found. If any abnormality is found, replace the component with a new one.
- When removing brake components, cover the brake tube connections to prevent foreign matter such as dust or dirt from entering the tubes.
- Do not damage or deform the brake tubes when removing or installing them.
- When installing a brake tube grommet to the body, ensure that the brake tube passes through the center of the grommet.
- When installing a brake tube or flexible hose, ensure that it is not twisted or bent.
- If the fitting of the flexible hose does not match the groove on the bracket, twist the hose slightly to insert it.
- Flexible hoses must be free from absorber oil, grease, etc.
- When installing a brake tube to a plastic clamp, ensure that the brake tube is not loose or being pinched.
- Do not reuse a clip or plastic clamp removed from a flexible hose.
- After installing a brake tube and flexible hose, ensure that they do not interfere with any other components.
- Do not allow brake fluid to adhere to any painted surface such as the vehicle body. If brake fluid leaks onto any painted surface, immediately wash it off.
- Follow these procedures when disconnecting the flexible hose and brake tube.
- Remove the clip.
- Hold the flexible hose with a wrench. Using sst, disconnect the brake tube without deforming the tube.
- Follow these procedures when connecting the flexible hose and brake tube.
- Hold the flexible hose with a wrench. Using a union nut wrench, connect the brake tube without deforming the tube.
- Install a new clip.
- Follow these procedures when connecting the brake tube and 2-way.
- Support the 2-way to prevent deformation to the brake tube and connect the brake tube to the 2-way with a union nut wrench.
- Support the 2-way to prevent deformation to the brake tube and install the bolt to fix the 2-way to the body.
Brake system
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Problem symptoms table (2005/11-2006/01)
Hint:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the
problem symptom. The potential causes of the symptoms are
listed in order of probability in the "suspected area" column of
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Other materials:
Parking brake
Sets the parking brake
Fully pull the parking brake while
depressing the brake pedal.
Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and lower it
completely while pressing the button.
Usage in winter time
Notice
Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving t ...
Before driving
Floor mat
Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same
model and model year as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place
onto the carpet.
Insert the retaining hooks (clips)
into the floor mat eyelets.
Turn the upper knob of each
retaining hook (clip) to secure
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When towing active torque control 4wd vehicles
Use one of the methods shown below to tow the
vehicle.
If the vehicle has trouble in the chassis and drivetrain,
use method 1 (flat bed truck).
Notice:
Do not use any towing method other than those
shown above.
For example, the towing methods shown below are
dangerous or dama ...
