Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Do-it-yourself maintenance

Emission inspection and maintenance (i/m) programs

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include obd (on board diagnostics) checks. The obd system monitors the operation of the emission control system. If the malfunction indic ...

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 ...

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Automatic transaxle fluid
On-vehicle inspection Check transaxle fluid level Hint: Drive the vehicle so that the engine and transaxle are at normal operating temperature. Fluid temperature: 70 to 80°c (158 to 176°f) Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake. With the engine idling and ...

Traction control switch (for 2wd)
Components 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 traction control switch (auto lsd switch) ...

Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected to suit the driving and usage conditions. Selecting a driving mode â–  FF vehicles/Dynamic Torque Control AWD vehicles Eco drive mode Suitable for driving to improve fuel economy by more smoothly generating torque in response to accelerator pedal operations comp ...