Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: 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 circuits one by one. An adequate understanding of the system and a basic knowledge of electricity is enough to perform effective troubleshooting, accurate diagnoses and necessary repairs.
For using intelligent tester
Connect the cable of the intelligent tester to the dlc3, turn the ignition switch on and attempt to use the tester. If the display indicates that a communication error has occurred, there is a problem either with the vehicle or with the tester.
* If communication is normal when the tester is connected to another vehicle, inspect the dlc3 of the original vehicle.
* If communication is still not possible when the tester is connected to another vehicle, the problem may be in the tester itself. Consult the service department listed in the tester's instruction manual.
Other materials:
Diagnosis system
Description
When troubleshooting on-board diagnostic (obd
ii) vehicles, the vehicle must be connected to the
obd ii scan tool (complying with sae j1987).
Various data output from the vehicle's ecm can
then be read.
Obd ii regulations require that the vehicle's onboard
computer ...
Sun visors and vanity
mirrors
Sun visors
Forward position:
flip down.
Side position:
flip down, unhook, and swing
to the side.
Side extender (if equipped):
place in side position then slide
backwards.
Vanity mirrors
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
Notice
To ...
Listening to an ipod
Connecting an ipod enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle
speakers.
Select “ipod” on the audio source selection screen.
When the ipod connected to the system includes ipod video, the
system can only output the sound by selecting the browse
screen.
Connecting an ipod
Audio control ...
