Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Check mode procedure
- Description
- Check mode has a higher sensitivity to malfunctions and can detect malfunctions that normal mode cannot detect. Check mode can also detect all the malfunctions that normal mode can detect. In check mode, dtcs are detected with 1 trip detection logic.
- Check mode procedure
- Make sure that the following conditions below are met:
- Battery positive voltage 11 v or more
- Throttle valve fully closed
- Transaxle in the p or n position
- A/c off
- Turn the ignition switch off.
- Connect the intelligent tester to the can vim. Then connect the can vim to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on and turn the tester on.
- Enter the following menus: diagnosis / enhanced obd ii / check mode.
- Change the ecm to check mode. Make sure the mil flashes as shown in the illustration.
Notice:
All dtcs and freeze frame data recorded will be erased if: 1) the intelligent tester is used to change the ecm from normal mode to check mode or vice versa; or 2) during check mode, the ignition switch is turned from on to acc or off.
Before check mode, make notes of the dtcs and freeze frame data.
- Start the engine. The mil should turn off after the engine starts.
- Perform "monitor drive pattern" for the ect
test (see page ax-19).
(Or, simulate the conditions of the malfunction described by the customer.)
- After simulating the malfunction conditions, use the tester to check the dtc and freeze frame data.
Dtc check / clear
Check dtc
Dtcs which are stored in the ecm can be displayed
with the intelligent tester.
The intelligent tester can display pending dtcs and
current dtcs. Some dtcs are not stored ...
Fail-safe chart
Fail-safe chart
This function minimizes the loss of the ect functions
when a malfunction occurs in a sensor or solenoid.
Automatic transmission fluid (atf) temperature
sensor:
when the ...
Other materials:
Data list / active test
Active test
Hint:
Performing the intelligent tester active test allows
relay, vsv, actuator and other items to be operated
without removing any parts. Performing the active
test early in troubleshooting is one way to save time.
The data list can be displayed during the active
test.
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Data list
Hint:
By reading the data list displayed on an intelligent
tester, values can be checked, including those of the
switches, sensors, and actuators, without removing any
parts. Reading the data list as the first step of
troubleshooting is one method of shortening diagnostic
time.
Notice:
In th ...
How to proceed with troubleshooting
Hint:
Use these procedures to troubleshoot the cruise control
system.
*: Use the intelligent tester.
Vehicle brought to workshop
Inspect battery voltage
Standard voltage:
11 to 14 v
If the voltage is below 11 v, recharge or replace the battery
before proceeding.
Che ...
