Toyota RAV4 (XA50) 2019-2024 Owners Manual: Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.
Operating the system
Vehicles without smart key system
The indicator light flashes after the key has been removed from the engine switch to indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light goes off after the registered key has been inserted into the engine switch to indicate that the system has been canceled.
Vehicles with smart key system
The indicator light flashes after the engine switch has been turned to OFF to indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light goes off after the engine switch has been turned to ACC or ON to indicate that the system has been canceled.
â– System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
â– Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
- If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
- If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
NOTICE
â– To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system.
If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
Alarm
The alarm uses light and
sound to give an alert when
an intrusion is detected.
The alarm is triggered in the
following situations when
the alarm is set:
Vehicles without smart key
system: A locked ...
Other materials:
Door control switch
Inspection
Inspect power window regulator master
switch assembly (door control switch)
Measure the resistance of the door control switch.
Standard resistance
If the result is not as specified, replace the power
window regulator master switch assembly.
Inspect door control s ...
Door control receiver
Components
Removal
Remove rear door scuff plate rh
Using a screwdriver, detach the 9 claws.
Hint:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
Using a clip remover, detach the 2 clips and remove
the garnish.
Remove rear door opening trim
weatherstrip rh
...
Child restraint seat tether anchor
Components
Removal
Remove child restraint seat tether anchor cover
Using a screwdriver, detach the 4 claws and remove
the cover.
Hint:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
Remove roof headlining assembly
Hint:
It is not necessa ...
