Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Problem symptoms table
When a "normal" code is output during a dtc check but the problem is still occurring, use the problem symptoms table. The suspected areas (circuits or parts) for each problem symptom are in the table. The suspected areas are listed in order of probability. A description of each of the chart's columns is below.
Hint: in some cases, the problem is not detected by the diagnostic system even though a problem symptom is present. It is possible that the problem is occurring outside the detection range of the diagnostic system, or that the problem is occurring in a completely different system.
Diagnostic trouble code chart
Look for output diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) (from the
dtc checks) in the appropriate section's diagnostic trouble
code chart. Use the chart to determine the trouble area and
the proper inspecti ...
Circuit inspection
A description of the main areas of each circuit inspection
is below.
Item
Description
description
The major role, operation of the circuit and its component parts are
explai ...
Other materials:
Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver
of malfunctions in the indicated
vehicle's systems.
Brake system warning
light*1
Brake system warning
light*1
Brake system warning
light*1
Charging system warning
light (vehicles without
12.3-inch multi-information
display)*1
Charging system warning
light (vehic ...
Diagnosis system
Description
When troubleshooting obd ii (on-board diagnostics)
vehicles, the intelligent tester (complying with sae
j1987) must be connected to the dlc3 (data link
connector 3) of the vehicle. Various data in the vehicle's
ecm (engine control module) can be then read.
Obd ii regulations ...
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 ...
