Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Precaution
- Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals.
- Disconnect the battery cables if a quick charge is given to the battery.
- Do not perform tests with a high voltage insulation resistance tester.
- Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running.
- Check that the charging cable is tightly connected onto terminal b of the generator and the fuse box.
- Do not check whether the generator generates current or not while terminal f is connected to the other terminals.
Parts location
System diagram
Charging system
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On-vehicle inspection
Check battery condition
Notice:
If the battery is weak or if the engine is difficult to
start, perform the following procedures.
Check the battery for damage and deformation. If
severe d ...
Other materials:
Using the mechanical key (vehicles with a smart key system)
To take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the
key only has grooves on one side.
If the key cannot be inserted in a
lock cylinder, turn it over and reattempt
to insert it.
After using the mec ...
Disassembly
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
Remove no. 1 Rear seat reclining cover lh
Remove the 2 screws.
Using a screwdriver, detach the 5 claws and remove
the cover.
Hint:
Tape the screwdriver tip before ...
Cooling system
On-vehicle inspection
Check cooling system for leaks
Remove the radiator reservoir cap.
Caution:
To avoid the danger of being burned, do not
remove the radiator reservoir cap while the
engine and radiator are still hot. Thermal
expansion will cause hot engine coolant and
steam to b ...
