Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: System description
- Engine immobiliser system description
The engine immobiliser system is designed to prevent the vehicle from being stolen. This system uses a transponder key ecu that stores the key codes of authorized ignition keys. If an attempt is made to start the engine using an unauthorized key, the ecu sends a signal to the ecm to prohibit fuel delivery and ignition, effectively disabling the engine.
- Function of main component
- System function
- When the transponder key ecu detects that the
unlock warning switch is on, the ecu provides
current to the transponder key coil and produces a
faint electric wave. A transponder chip in the key grip
receives the wave and outputs a key id code signal.
The transponder key coil receives this signal, the transponder key amplifier amplifies it, and then the signal is transmitted to the ecu. The ecu matches the key's id code with the vehicle's id code, which was previously registered in the ecu and then communicates the results to the ecm using sfi communication.
- After the identification results show that the key's id code matches the vehicle's id code and the ecu has confirmed their match: 1) the engine immobiliser system is canceled and the engine starting controls (fuel injection control and ignition control) enter standby mode; and 2) the ecu receives a security indicator light signal, and turns the security indicator light off.
Engine immobiliser system
Parts location
System diagram
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How to proceed with troubleshooting
Hint:
Use these procedures to troubleshoot the engine immobiliser
system.
*: Use the intelligent tester.
Vehicle brought to workshop
Inspect battery voltage
Standard voltage:
11 t ...
Other materials:
Fuel pump control circuit
Description
When the engine is cranked, the starter relay drive signal output from the
star terminal of the ecm is
input into the sta terminal of the ecm, and ne signal generated by the
crankshaft position sensor is also
input into the ne+ terminal. Thus, the ecm interprets that the engine is ...
Using a bluetooth®
phone
The hands-free system is a function that allows you to use your
cellular phone without touching it.
This system supports bluetooth®. Bluetooth® is a wireless data
system that allows the cellular phone to wirelessly connect to
the hands-free system and make/receive calls.
Before making a pho ...
Terminals of ecu
Skid control ecu
Hint:
*1: W/ 16-inch disc
*2: W/ downhill assist control
*3: For 2wd (w/ auto lsd)
Check skid control ecu
Disconnect the a19 ecu connector.
Measure the voltage and resistance of the wire
harness side connector.
Hint:
The voltage cannot be measured ...
