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:
Diagnostic trouble code chart
If a dtc is displayed during the dtc check, check the circuit
listed for the dtc in the table below (refer to the appropriate
page).
Hint:
When the srs warning light remains on and the normal
system code is output, a decrease in the source voltage is
likely to occur. This malfunction is n ...
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 ...
Disassembly
Inspect oil pump assembly (see page ax-218)
Remove clutch drum oil seal ring
Remove the 2 clutch drum oil seal rings.
Remove stator shaft assembly
Using a t30 ''torx'' socket, remove the 11 bolts and
stator shaft. Keep the gears in assembling order.
Inspect clearan ...
