Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Parts location

Precaution

Handling precaution When handling the electronic parts: Avoid any impact to electronic parts such as ecus and relays. Replace with new ones if dropped or subjected to a severe blow. ...

System description

Description The eps (electronic power steering) system generates torque through the operation of the motor and the reduction gear installed on the column shaft in order to assist steering eff ...

Other materials:

Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle's on-board computer. Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does ...

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 no. 1 Engine cover (see page es-410) Remove camshaft timing oil cont ...

For vehicles equipped with vehicle stability (vsc) system
Notices when using drum tester Before beginning testing, disable the vsc. To disable the vsc, turn the ignition switch off and connect sst to terminals 12 (ts) and 4 (cg) of the dlc3. Sst 09843-18040 Notice: Confirm that the vsc warning light blinks. Vsc system will be r ...