Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Removal
- Remove radiator support opening cover
- Remove front wheel rh
- Remove front fender apron rh
- Remove front suspension member reinforcement rh
- Remove the 4 bolts and reinforcement rh.
- Remove fan and generator v belt
- Using sst and 19 mm socket wrench, loosen the vribbed belt tensioner arm clockwise, then remove the fan and generator v belt.
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Notice:
- Be sure to connect sst and the tools so that they are in line during use.
- When retracting the tensioner, turn it clockwise slowly for 3 seconds or more. Do not apply force rapidly.
- After the tensioner is fully retracted, do not apply force any more than necessary.
On-vehicle inspection
Check fan and generator v belt
Visually check the drive belt for excessive wear,
frayed cords, etc.
If any defect has been found, replace the drive belt.
Hint:
Cracks on the rib ...
Installation
Install fan and generator v belt
Using sst and 19 mm socket wrench, loosen the vribbed
belt tensioner arm clockwise, then install the
fan and generator v belt.
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Other materials:
Weight limits
The gross trailer weight must
never exceed the TWR
described below.
Without towing package
1500 lb. (680 kg)
With towing package
3500 lb. (1590 kg)
The gross combination weight
must never exceed the
GCWR described below.
Without towing package
Vehicles without Dynamic Torque
Vectoring AWD ...
Installation
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
When installing the moulding, heat the vehicle body and
moulding using a heat light.
Standard heating temperature
Notice:
Do not heat the vehicle body and moulding
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Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood
Pull the hood lock release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Push the auxiliary catch lever to
the left and lift the hood.
Hold the hood open by inserting
the supporting rod into the slot.
Cautio ...
