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Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: General maintenance (2005/11-2006/01)

Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual / Maintenance / Under hood / General maintenance (2005/11-2006/01)

  1. General notes

  1. Windshield washer fluid

  1. Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
  1. Engine coolant level

  1. Check that the coolant level is between the "full" and "low" lines on the see-through reservoir.
  1. Radiator and hoses

  1. Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked by leaves, dirt or bugs.
  2. Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
  1. Battery electrolyte level

  1. Check that the electrolyte level of all the battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on the case.

Hint:

If the electrolyte level is difficult to see, lightly shake the vehicle.

  1. Brake fluid level

  1. Check that the brake fluid levels are near the upper level lines on the see-through reservoirs.
  1. Engine drive belt

  1. Check the drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.
  1. Engine oil level

  1. Check the level on the dipstick with the engine stopped.
  1. Automatic transaxle fluid level


  2. Exhaust system

  1. Check for unusual exhaust sounds or abnormal exhaust fumes. Inspect the cause and repair it.
Under hood
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General maintenance (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. ...

Other materials:

On-vehicle inspection
Inspect refrigerant pressure with manifold gauge set This method uses a manifold gauge set to locate problem areas. Read the manifold gauge pressure when these conditions are established. Test conditions: Temperature at the air inlet is 30 to 35°c (86 to 95°f). Engine is ...

Installation
Install camshaft position sensor Notice: Make sure that the o-ring is not cracked or jammed when installing it. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the o-ring of the sensor. Install the sensor with the bolt. Torque: 9.0 N*m (90 kgf*cm, 80 in.*Lbf) Connect the sensor co ...

Parts location
System diagram ...

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