Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Precaution
Caution:
Replace the faulty parts of the seat belt systems (outer belt, inner belt, bolts, nuts, adjustable shoulder anchor, tether anchor hardware and other related parts). When inspecting a vehicle that was in a collision, be sure to check all of the seat belt systems regardless of whether or not the system was activated in the collision. Replace any damaged or malfunctioning systems.
- Running test (in safe area)
Caution:
Conduct this test in a safe area.
- Fasten the front seat belt.
- Drive the vehicle at 16 km/h (10 mph) and firmly
depress the brakes. Check that the belts lock and
cannot be extended at this time.
If a belt does not lock, replace the seat belt assembly (see page sb-27).
Hint:
Inspect a seat belt assembly before installing it (see page sb-29).
Components
Removal
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the lh side and rh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 ...
Other materials:
If your vehicle needs to be
towed
If towing is necessary, we
recommend having your
vehicle towed by your
Toyota dealer or commercial
towing service, using a
wheel-lift type truck or flatbed
truck.
Use a safety chain system
for all towing, and abide by
all state/provincial and local
laws.
Situations when it is necessary
to contact d ...
Disassembly
Caution:
Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the seat frame
(with adjuster) may injure your hands.
Remove reclining power seat switch knob
Using a screwdriver, detach the knob.
Hint:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
Remove slide and vertical power seat switch knob
...
Suspension & axle front shock absorber with coil spring (for sport package)
Components
Removal
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
Remove front wheel
Remove front speed sensor lh (see page bc-
191)
Remove front stabilizer link assembly lh
(see page sp-30)
Remove front shock a ...
