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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System description
General In conjunction with an impact absorbing structure for a frontal collision, the srs (supplemental restraint system) driver airbag, front passenger airbag and driver side knee airbag were designed to supplement seat belts in the event of a frontal collision in order to help ...

Test mode procedure
Hint: By switching the skid control ecu from normal mode to test mode, abnormality detection sensitivity is enhanced and troubleshooting can be conducted efficiently. Perform a sensor check in test mode after the speed sensor or sensor rotor has been repaired or replaced. If the igniti ...

Removal (2006/01- )
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 front door scuff plate lh Using a screwdriver, detach the 10 cla ...