Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Do-it-yourself maintenance

Emission inspection and maintenance (i/m) programs

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include obd (on board diagnostics) checks. The obd system monitors the operation of the emission control system. If the malfunction indic ...

Do-it-yourself service precautions

If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure as given in these sections. Caution The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may ...

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Dtc check / clear
Check dtc (using intelligent tester) Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3. Turn the ignition switch on. Read the dtcs by following the directions on the tester screen. Hint: Refer to the intelligent tester operator's manual for further details. Chec ...

Data list / active test
Read data list Hint: Using the intelligent tester's data list allows switch, sensor, actuator and other item values to be read without removing any parts. Reading the data list early in troubleshooting is one way to save time. Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3 ...

How to proceed with troubleshooting (2005/11-2006/01)
Hint: Use these procedures to troubleshoot the air conditioning system. *: Use the intelligent tester. Vehicle brought to workshop Customer problem analysis and symptom check Inspect battery voltage Standard voltage: 11 to 14 v If the voltage is below 11 v, recha ...