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Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Diagnosis system

  1. Description

  1. Air conditioning system data and the diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) can be read through the data link connector 3 (dlc3) of the vehicle. When the system seems to be malfunctioning, use the intelligent tester to check for malfunctions and perform troubleshooting.
  1. Check dlc3

Toyota RAV4. Check dlc3


The vehicle's ecm uses the iso 15765-4 for communication protocol. The terminal arrangement of the dlc3 complies with sae j1962 and matches the iso 15765-4 format.

Toyota RAV4. Check dlc3


If the result is not as specified, the dlc3 may have a malfunction. Repair or replace the harness and connector.

Notice:

*: Before measuring the resistance, leave the vehicle as is for at least 1 minute and do not operate the ignition switch, other switches or doors.

Hint:

Connect the cable of the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3, turn the ignition switch on and attempt to use the tester. If the display indicates that a communication error has occurred, there is a problem either with the vehicle or with the tester.

If communication is normal when the tester is connected to another vehicle, inspect the dlc3 of the original vehicle.

If communication is still not possible when the tester is connected to another vehicle, the problem may be in the tester itself. Consult the service department listed in the tester's instruction manual.

Terminals of ecu (2006/01- )
Check air conditioning amplifier Measure the voltage and resistance of the connectors. Hint: Check from the rear of the connector while it is connected to the air conditioning ampl ...

Dtc check / clear
Check dtc Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3. Turn the ignition switch on and turn the intelligent tester on. Read the dtc by following the prompts on the ...

Other materials:

Ig1 relay
On-vehicle inspection 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 ig1 relay Remove the ig1 relay from the i ...

How to proceed with troubleshooting
Hint: Use these procedures to troubleshoot the seat belt warning 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. ...

Srs airbag instructions for canadian owners (in french)
The following is a french explanation of srs airbag instructions extracted from the srs airbag section in this manual. See the srs airbag section for more detailed srs airbag instructions in english. Coussins gonflables srs avant Coussin gonflable srs du conducteur/coussin gonflable srs ...

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