Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Precaution
- Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals.
- Disconnect the battery cables if a quick charge is given to the battery.
- Do not perform tests with a high voltage insulation resistance tester.
- Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running.
- Check that the charging cable is tightly connected onto terminal b of the generator and the fuse box.
- Do not check whether the generator generates current or not while terminal f is connected to the other terminals.
Parts location
System diagram
Charging system
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On-vehicle inspection
Check battery condition
Notice:
If the battery is weak or if the engine is difficult to
start, perform the following procedures.
Check the battery for damage and deformation. If
severe d ...
Other materials:
Deterioration of battery
Description
The ecm determines the battery power according to the voltage of the batt
terminal while the engine is
running (not cranking).
Inspection procedure
Inspect battery
Inspect the battery specific gravity.
Check the specific gravity of each cell.
Standard gravity: ...
Hood
Release the lock from the
inside of the vehicle to open
the hood.
Opening the hood
1. Pull the hood lock release
lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
2. Push the auxiliary catch lever
to the left and lift the hood.
3. Hold the hood open by inserting
the supporting rod into
the slot.
WARNING
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Removal
Discharge fuel system pressure (see page
fu-9)
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 pretensioner activation.
Remove radiator support op ...
