Hint:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem symptom. The potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "suspected area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.
Drive shaft system

Problem symptoms table (2005/11-2006/01)
Front drive shaft assembly (for 2wd)Propeller shaft assembly
Components
Removal
Remove propeller shaft with center bearing
shaft assembly
Remove the 2 bolts and 2 adjusting washers, and
disconnect the propeller with center bearing shaft.
Notice:
During the removal, do not exert excessive
force on the universal joint.
When r ...
Precaution
Handling precautions for srs airbag
system
Handling precautions for srs airbag system (see
page rs-1).
Handling precautions for steering
column
When handling the steering column assembly.
Avoid any impact to the steering column
assembly, especially to the motor or ...
General information
A large number of ecu controlled systems are used in the
rav4. In general, ecu controlled systems are considered to
be very intricate, requiring a high level of technical knowledge
to troubleshoot. However, most problem checking procedures
only involve inspecting the ecu controlled system's circ ...