Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Automatic transmission

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart key system)

Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine switch modes. Starting the engine Check that the parking brake is set. ...

Shifting the shift lever

Vehicles without a smart key system While the engine switch is in the “on” position, move the shift lever with the brake pedal depressed. When shifting the shift lever between p and d, ...

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition: Cleaning instructions Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust. Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft clo ...

Knock sensor 1 circuit
Description Flat type knock sensors (non-resonant type) have structures that can detect vibrations over a wide band of frequencies: between approximately 6 khz and 15 khz. A knock sensor is fitted onto the engine block to detect engine knocking. The knock sensor contains a piezoelectri ...

Disassembly
Remove magnetic switch assembly Remove the nut and disconnect the lead wire from the magnetic switch. Remove the 2 screws holding the magnetic switch to the starter drive housing. Remove the magnetic switch. Remove the return spring and plunger from the starter drive hou ...