Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Starter

Starting  system

Parts location System diagram The starting system rotates the starter motor according to the signals from the ignition switch and pnp switch. ...

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 preten ...

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General maintenance (2005/11-2006/01)
Inspect steering linkage and gear housing Check the steering wheel free play. Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage. Check that the tie rod ends do not have excessive play Check that the dust seals and boots are not damaged. Check that the boot clamps are not ...

Dinghy towing
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. NOTICE â– To avoid serious damage to your vehicle Do not tow your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground. â– To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission and AWD system (AWD models) 2WD models: ...

Inspection
Inspect no. 1 Chain tensioner Check that the plunger moves smoothly when the ratchet pawl is raised with your finger. Release the ratchet pawl, then check that the plunger is locked in place by the ratchet pawl and does not move when pushed with your finger. Inspect chain ...