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
th ...
Other materials:
Correct use of the seat
belts
Extend the shoulder belt so
that it comes fully over the
shoulder, but does not come
into contact with the neck or
slide off the shoulder.
Position the lap belt as low as
possible over the hips.
Adjust the position of the
seatback.
Sit up straight and well back
in the seat.
Do not twis ...
Cleaning the Digital Rearview
Mirror
â– Cleaning the mirror surface
If the mirror surface is dirty, the
image on the display may be difficult
to see.
Clean the mirror surface gently
using a soft dry cloth.
â– Cleaning the camera
If the camera lens is dirty, the
displayed image may not be
clear. In this case, clean it with a
soft clo ...
Short in front passenger side squib 2nd step circuit
Description
The front passenger side squib 2nd step circuit consists of the center airbag
sensor and the front
passenger airbag.
The circuit instructs the srs to deploy when the deployment conditions are met.
These dtcs are recorded when a malfunction is detected in the front passenger ...
