Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Diagnostic trouble code chart
Look for output diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) (from the dtc checks) in the appropriate section's diagnostic trouble code chart. Use the chart to determine the trouble area and the proper inspection procedure. A description of each of the chart's columns are below.
| Item | Description |
| Dtc no. | Indicates the diagnostic trouble code |
| Detection item | Indicates the system or details of the problem |
| Trouble area | Indicates the suspected areas of the problem |
| See page | Indicates the page where the inspection procedures for each circuit are to be found, or gives instruction for checking and repairs |
Symptom simulation
Hint:
The most difficult case in troubleshooting is when no
problem symptoms occur. In such a case, a thorough
problem analysis must be carried out. A simulation of the
same or similar conditions ...
Problem symptoms table
When a "normal" code is output during a dtc check but
the problem is still occurring, use the problem symptoms
table. The suspected areas (circuits or parts) for each
problem symptom are ...
Other materials:
Camshaft position "A"
Dtc P0011 Camshaft position
"a" - timing over-advanced or system performance (bank 1)
Dtc P0012 Camshaft
position "a" - timing over-retarded (bank 1)
Description
The vvt system includes the ecm, oil control valve (ocv) and vvt controller.
The ecm sends a target
du ...
Symptom confirmation and diagnostic trouble code
Hint:
The diagnostic system in the rav4 has various
functions.
The first function is the diagnostic trouble code
(dtc) check. A dtc is a code stored in the ecu
memory whenever a malfunction in the signal circuits
to the ecu occurs. In a dtc check, a previous
malfunction's dtc can be ch ...
Front wheel alignment
Adjustment
Inspect tires
Inspect the tires (see page tw-1).
Measure vehicle height
Notice:
Before inspecting the wheel alignment, adjust the
vehicle height to the specification.
Press down on the vehicle several times to stabilize
the suspension, and measure the vehicl ...
