Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: On-vehicle inspection
Notice:
- Perform the maf meter inspection according to the
procedures below.
- Only replace the maf meter when both the long
ft#1 value and maf value in the data list (with the
engine stopped) are not within the normal operating
range.
- Inspect mass air flow meter

- Perform confirmation driving pattern.
- Connect the intelligent tester to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on.
- Turn the tester on.
- Clear the dtcs (see page es-35).
- Start the engine and warm it up with all
accessory switches off until the engine
coolant temperature is 75°c (167°f) or more.
- Drive the vehicle at 50 km/h (31 mph) or more
for 3 to 5 minutes*1.
- Allow the engine to idle for 2 minutes*2.
- Perform steps *1 and *2 at least 3 times.

- Read the value using the intelligent tester (long
ft#1).
- Select the following menu items: diagnosis /
enhanced obd ii / data list / primary /
long ft#1.
- Read the values displayed on the tester.
Standard value:
within -15 to +15%
If the result is not within the specified range,
perform the inspection below.
- Read the value using the intelligent tester (maf).
Notice:
- Turn off the engine.
- Perform the inspection with the vehicle
indoors and on a level surface.
- Perform the inspection of the maf meter
while it is installed to the air cleaner case
(installed to the vehicle).
- During the test, do not use the exhaust air
duct to perform suction on the exhaust pipe.
- Turn the ignition switch to acc.
- Turn the ignition switch on (do not run the
engine).
- Turn the tester on.
- Select the following menu items: diagnosis /
enhanced obd ii / data list / primary /
maf.
- Wait 30 seconds, and read the values on the
intelligent tester.
Standard condition:
less than 0.45 G/sec.
- If the result is not as specified, replace the
maf meter.
- If the result is within the specified range,
inspect the cause of the extremely rich or
lean air-fuel ratio (see page es-147).
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 pretensi ...
Other materials:
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with a
smart key system)
Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the engine or changes engine
switch modes.
Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in p.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
The smart key system in ...
Disassembly (2006/01- )
Remove front axle inboard joint boot no. 2
Clamp
One touch type:
using a screwdriver, remove the no. 2 Inboard joint
boot clamp, as shown in the illustration.
Claw engagement type:
using needle-nose pliers, remove the no. 2 Inboard
joint boot clamp, as shown in the illustra ...
Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
This mode employs a radar to detect the presence of vehicles up to
approximately 328 ft. (100 m) ahead, determines the current vehicle-to-
vehicle following distance, and operates to maintain a suitable following
distance from the vehicle ahead. The desired vehicle-to-vehicle
distance can also be se ...