Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: How to proceed with troubleshooting
Hint:
- Use these procedures to troubleshoot the key reminder warning system.
- *: Use the intelligent tester.
- Vehicle brought to workshop
- Inspect battery voltage
Standard voltage: 11 to 14 v
Hint:
If the voltage is below 11 v, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding.
- Inspect communication function of can communication system*
- Use the intelligent tester to check if the can communication system is functioning normally.
Result: 
- Problem symptoms table
- Overall analysis and troubleshooting*
- Operation check (see page dl-79)
- Terminals of ecu (see page dl-80)
- Data list / active test (see page dl-83)
- Repair or replace
- Confirmation test
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System description
Key reminder warning system description
When the driver side door is opened with the key in
the ignition key cylinder and ignition switch in the
acc or off position, this system causes th ...
Operation check
Check key reminder warning system
Check that the key reminder warning buzzer
sounds.
With the driver side door closed, insert the key
into the ignition key cylinder and then turn th ...
Other materials:
Unlock warning switch
Inspection
Inspect unlock warning switch assembly
Measure the resistance of the switch.
Standard resistance
If the result is not as specified, replace the switch
assembly.
Ecu power source circuit
Description
This circuit provides power to operate the transponder key ecu.
Wir ...
Dtc check / clear
Check dtc
Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the
dlc3.
Turn the ignition switch on and turn the intelligent
tester on.
Read the dtc by following the prompts on the
tester screen.
Hint:
Refer to the intelligent tester operator's manual for
further details.
...
Removal
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to
prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
Remove fan and generator v belt
Remove the belt (see page em-6).
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