Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Chassis

Brake

General maintenance Inspect brake lines and hoses Hint: Work in a well-lighted area. Turn the front wheels fully to the right or left before beginning the inspection. Using a mirror, ...

General maintenance (2005/11-2006/01)

Inspect steering linkage and gear housing Check the steering wheel free play. Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage. Check that the tie rod ends do not have excessive ...

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On-vehicle inspection
Check fan and generator v belt Visually check the drive belt for excessive wear, frayed cords, etc. If any defect has been found, replace the drive belt. Hint: Cracks on the rib side of a drive belt are considered acceptable. If the drive belt has chunks missing from the r ...

Disassembly
Caution: Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the seatback frame, seat cushion frame and reclining adjuster may injure your hands. Remove rear seat headrest assembly Remove rear seat center headrest assembly Remove center armrest hinge cover rh Return the seatback to the upr ...

Manual air conditioning system
Air conditioning controls Fan speed control switch Temperature control switch On/off switch Windshield defogger switch Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers* switch Airflow mode control switch Outside/recirculated air mode switch "A/C" switch "MAX A/C" switch *: If equipped ...