Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Repair instruction

Identification information

Vehicle identification and serial numbers Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped on the vehicle identification number plate and on the certification l ...

Precaution

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Mil circuit
Description The mil (malfunction indicator lamp) is used to indicate vehicle malfunction detections by the ecm. When the ignition switch is turned on, power is supplied to the mil circuit, and the ecm provides the circuit ground which illuminates the mil. The mil operation can be checked ...

Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure as given in these sections. Caution The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, obse ...

Cold start
Description The electronic throttle control system (etcs) controls the engine idling speed. The etcs operates the throttle actuator to open and close the throttle valve, and adjusts the intake air amount to achieve the target idling speed. In addition, the ecm retards the ignition timi ...