Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: On-vehicle inspection
Notice:
- Perform the maf meter inspection according to the
procedures below.
- Only replace the maf meter when both the long
ft#1 value and maf value in the data list (with the
engine stopped) are not within the normal operating
range.
- Inspect mass air flow meter

- Perform confirmation driving pattern.
- Connect the intelligent tester to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on.
- Turn the tester on.
- Clear the dtcs (see page es-35).
- Start the engine and warm it up with all
accessory switches off until the engine
coolant temperature is 75°c (167°f) or more.
- Drive the vehicle at 50 km/h (31 mph) or more
for 3 to 5 minutes*1.
- Allow the engine to idle for 2 minutes*2.
- Perform steps *1 and *2 at least 3 times.

- Read the value using the intelligent tester (long
ft#1).
- Select the following menu items: diagnosis /
enhanced obd ii / data list / primary /
long ft#1.
- Read the values displayed on the tester.
Standard value:
within -15 to +15%
If the result is not within the specified range,
perform the inspection below.
- Read the value using the intelligent tester (maf).
Notice:
- Turn off the engine.
- Perform the inspection with the vehicle
indoors and on a level surface.
- Perform the inspection of the maf meter
while it is installed to the air cleaner case
(installed to the vehicle).
- During the test, do not use the exhaust air
duct to perform suction on the exhaust pipe.
- Turn the ignition switch to acc.
- Turn the ignition switch on (do not run the
engine).
- Turn the tester on.
- Select the following menu items: diagnosis /
enhanced obd ii / data list / primary /
maf.
- Wait 30 seconds, and read the values on the
intelligent tester.
Standard condition:
less than 0.45 G/sec.
- If the result is not as specified, replace the
maf meter.
- If the result is within the specified range,
inspect the cause of the extremely rich or
lean air-fuel ratio (see page es-147).
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 pretensi ...
Other materials:
Vsc warning light remains on
Description
The skid control ecu is connected to the combination meter via the can
communication system.
W/o multi information display:
if the skid control ecu stores any dtcs which relate to the vsc system, the vsc
warning light comes on
in the combination meter.
W/ multi information d ...
Installation
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
When replacing the clip, heat the clip and body using a
heat light.
Standard heating temperature
Notice:
Do not heat the clip and vehicle body excessively.
Replace roof dri ...
Wireless remote control
The keys are equipped with the
following wireless remote control:
Vehicles without smart key
system
Locks all the doors
Sounds the alarm
Unlocks all the doors
Opens the side windows*
*: This setting must be customized
at your Toyota dealer.
Vehicles with smart key system
Locks all the do ...