Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Removal
Caution:
Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the srs airbag system before servicing it (see page rs-1).
- 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 steering pad assembly
- Straighten the front wheels.
- Using a t30 "torx" driver, loosen the 2 screws until the groove along each screw circumference catches on the screw case.
- Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel and support the steering pad with one hand as shown in the illustration.
Notice:
When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
- Using a screwdriver, disconnect the 2 airbag connectors.
Caution:
When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.
- Disconnect the horn connector and remove the steering pad.
On-vehicle inspection
Check steering pad assembly (vehicle not involved in collision and
airbag not deployed)
Perform a diagnostic system check (see page rs-
49).
With the steering pad (with airbag) ins ...
Installation
Caution:
Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the
srs airbag system before servicing it (see page rs-1).
Install steering pad assembly
Support the steering pad with one ...
Other materials:
On-vehicle inspection
Check ignition coil assembly and perform spark test
Notice:
in this section, the terms "cold" and "hot" refer to
the temperature of the coils. "Cold" means
approximately -10 to 50°c (14 to 122°f). "Hot" means
approximately 50 to 100°c (122 to 212 ...
Removal
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
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 ...
Engine compartment
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Battery
Brake fluid reservoir
Fuse box
Radiator
Condenser
Electric cooling fans
Engine oil level dipstick
Washer fluid tank
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dips ...
