Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: General information
A large number of ecu controlled systems are used in the rav4. In general, ecu controlled systems are considered to be very intricate, requiring a high level of technical knowledge to troubleshoot. However, most problem checking procedures only involve inspecting the ecu controlled system's circuits one by one. An adequate understanding of the system and a basic knowledge of electricity is enough to perform effective troubleshooting, accurate diagnoses and necessary repairs.
For using intelligent tester
Connect the cable of the intelligent tester 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.
Other materials:
Throttle actuator control throttle body range / performance
Description
The electronic throttle control system (etcs) is composed of the throttle
actuator, throttle position (tp)
sensor, accelerator pedal position (app) sensor, and ecm. The ecm operates the
throttle actuator to
regulate the throttle valve in response to driver inputs. The tp senso ...
For safe driving
For safe driving, adjust the
seat and mirror to an appropriate
position before driving.
Correct driving posture
Adjust the angle of the seatback
so that you are sitting
straight up and so that you do
not have to lean forward to
steer.
Adjust the seat so that you
can depress the pedals full ...
Rear seats
Reclining adjustments and
folding the seatbacks can
be done with lever operation.
Adjustment procedure
Pull the seatback angle adjustment
lever A, and adjust the
seatback angle.
WARNING
â– When operating the seatback
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause death
or serious in ...
