Toyota RAV4 Service Manual: Precaution

Notice:

Perform the reset memory procedures (a/t initialization) when replacing the automatic transaxle assembly, engine assembly or ecm (see page ax-18).

Hint:

Reset memory cannot be completed by only reconnecting the cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.

Caution:

When using compressed air, always aim away from yourself to prevent automatic transmission fluid (atf) or kerosene from spraying on your face.

Notice:

• The automatic transaxle is composed of precisionmade parts, necessitating careful inspection before reassembly because even a small nick could cause fluid leakage or affect performance.
• The procedures are organized so that you work on only one component group at a time. This will help avoid confusion with similar-looking parts of different sub-assemblies being on your workbench at the same time.
• The component groups are inspected and repaired from the converter housing side.
• Whenever possible, complete the inspection, repair and reassembly before proceeding to the next component group. If a defect is found in a certain component group during reassembly, inspect and repair this group immediately. If a component group cannot be assembled because parts are being ordered, be sure to keep all parts of the group in a separate container while proceeding with disassembly, inspection, repair and reassembly of other component groups.
• Use of toyota genuine atf ws is recommended.
• All disassembled parts should be washed clean, and compressed air should be blown through any fluid passages and holes.
• Dry all parts with compressed air. Never use cloth.
• The recommended atf or kerosene should be used for cleaning.
• After cleaning, the parts should be arranged in the order they were removed for efficient inspection, repairs, and reassembly.
• When disassembling a valve body, be sure to match each valve with its corresponding spring.
• New discs for the brakes and clutches that will be used for replacement must be soaked in atf for at least 15 minutes before reassembly.
• All oil seal rings, clutch discs, clutch plates, rotating parts, and sliding surfaces should be coated with atf prior to reassembly.
• All old gaskets and rubber o-rings must be replaced.
• Do not apply adhesive cement to gaskets and similar parts.
• Make sure that the ends of the snap rings are not aligned with any cutouts. Also make sure that snap rings are correctly installed into the grooves.
• If a worn bushing is to be replaced, the sub-assembly containing the bushing must also be replaced.
• Check the thrust bearings and races for wear or damage. Replace them if necessary.
• Use petroleum jelly to keep parts in place.
• When working with fipg material, perform the following: using a razor blade and gasket scraper, remove all old fipg material from the gasket surface.

  Clean all components thoroughly to remove all foreign matter.

  Clean both sealing surfaces with a non-residue solvent.

  Apply fipg material in a continuous line approximately 1 mm (0.04 In.) In diameter on the sealing surface.

  Reassemble parts within 10 minutes of applying fipg material. Failing to do so will require the fipg material to be removed and reapplied.

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