Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: For vehicles equipped with catalytic converter caution:
If a large amount of unburned gasoline or gasoline vapors flow into the converter, it may cause overheating and create a fire hazard. To prevent this, observe the following precautions.
- Use only unleaded gasoline.
- Avoid idling the engine for more than 20 minutes.
- Avoid performing unnecessary spark jump tests.
- Perform a spark jump test only when absolutely necessary. Perform this test as rapidly as possible.
- While testing, never race the engine.
- Avoid a prolonged engine compression measurement. Engine compression measurements must be performed as rapidly as possible.
- Do not run the engine when the fuel tank is nearly empty. This may cause the engine to misfire and create an extra load on the converter.
When towing active torque control 4wd vehicles
Use one of the methods shown below to tow the
vehicle.
If the vehicle has trouble in the chassis and drivetrain,
use method 1 (flat bed truck).
Notice:
Do not use any towing method ot ...
Inspection and adjustment of joint angle during removal and
installation of propeller shaft (4wd)
When performing operations which involve the
removal and installation of the propeller shaft,
always check the joint angle. Make adjustments if
necessary (see page pr-4).
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Other materials:
General maintenance (2005/11-2006/01)
General notes
Maintenance requirements vary depending on the
country.
Check the maintenance schedule in the owner's
manual supplement.
Following the maintenance schedule is mandatory.
Determine the appropriate time to service the vehicle
using either miles driven or time elapsed ...
Removal
(2006/01- )
Remove front wheel
Drain automatic transaxle fluid
Drain the automatic transaxle fluid for u140f (see
page ax-147).
Drain the automatic transaxle fluid for u241e (see
page ax-146).
Drain the automatic transaxle fluid for u151f (see
page ax-173).
Remove front axle hub nut ( ...
Using the mechanical key (vehicles with a smart key system)
To take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the
key only has grooves on one side.
If the key cannot be inserted in a
lock cylinder, turn it over and reattempt
to insert it.
After using the mec ...
