Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: For vehicles equipped with mobile communication systems
- Install the antenna as far away from the ecu and sensors of the vehicle electronic systems as possible.
- Install an antenna feeder at least 20 cm (7.87 In.) Away from the ecu and sensors of the vehicle electronic systems. For details about ecu and sensor locations, refer to the section of the applicable components.
- Keep the antenna and feeder separate from other wiring as much as possible. This will prevent signals of the communication equipment from affecting vehicle equipment and vice versa.
- Check that the antenna and feeder are correctly adjusted.
- Do not install a high-powered mobile communication system.
Handling of hose clamps
Before removing the hose, check the clamp position
so that it can be reinstalled in the same position.
Replace any deformed or dented clamps with new
ones.
When reusing a hose, attach t ...
For vehicles equipped with vehicle stability (vsc) system
Notices when using drum tester
Before beginning testing, disable the vsc. To
disable the vsc, turn the ignition switch off
and connect sst to terminals 12 (ts) and 4
(cg) of the dlc ...
Other materials:
Inspection
Inspect starter assembly
Notice:
These tests must be performed within 3 to 5 seconds
to avoid burning out the coil.
Perform the pull-in test.
Disconnect the lead wire from terminal c.
Connect the battery to the magnetic switch as
shown in the illustration. Check that the clutch ...
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 pretensioner activation.
Remove no. 1 Engine cover (see page es-410)
Remove air cleaner cap (see pag ...
System description
Engine immobiliser system description
The engine immobiliser system is designed to prevent
the vehicle from being stolen. This system uses a
transponder key ecu that stores the key codes of
authorized ignition keys. If an attempt is made to start
the engine using an unauthorized key, the e ...
