Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Removal
- 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 steering column cover lower
- Detach the 4 claws, release the tilt lever and remove the steering column cover lower.
- Remove ignition switch assembly
- Disconnect the ignition switch connector.
- Disconnect the ignition key cylinder light connector.
- Remove the 2 screws and ignition switch.
Ignition switch
Components
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Inspection
Inspect ignition switch assembly
Measure the resistance of the switch.
Standard resistance
If the result is not as specified, replace the switch
assembly. ...
Other materials:
Checking and replacing
fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Vehicles without a smart key system:
turn the engine switch to the “lock” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
turn the engine switch off.
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System description
Driver seat belt warning light
When the driver seat belt is not fastened with the
ignition switch on, the driver seat belt warning light
on the combination meter comes on to inform the
driver. The center airbag sensor detects the driver
seat belt status and sends signals to the
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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 damage, deformation or leakage is found,
replace the battery.
Check the electrolyte quantity of e ...
