Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Fuel pump shut off system
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or when an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops the supply of fuel to the engine.
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated.
Vehicles without a smart key system
- Turn the engine switch to the “acc” or “lock” position.
- Restart the engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system
- Turn the engine switch to accessory mode or off.
- Restart the engine.
Notice
Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
If you think
something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
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If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
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Other materials:
Dtc check / clear
Check dtc
When using intelligent tester:
Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to
the dlc3.
Turn the ignition switch on and press the
intelligent tester main switch on.
Read the dtcs by following the prompts on the
intelligent tester.
Hint:
Refer to the intel ...
All-wheel drive lock
switch (awd models)
All-wheel drive lock mode can be used when a large amount of
drive power needs to be applied to all the wheels, such as when
the vehicle gets stuck in mud and you need to free it.
Press the switch.
The torque of the engine is distributed
to the rear wheels to the maximum
extent possible in
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Removal and installation of fuel control
parts
Place for removing and installing fuel
system parts
Work in a location with good air ventilation that
does not have welders, grinders, drills, electric
motors, stoves, or any other ignition sources.
Never work in a pit or near a pit as vaporized
fuel will collect in those places.
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