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N11726
4
N117274
N11728
1 42
I01272
2
1
BE−32
− BODY ELECTRICALWIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
9. INSPECT REAR WIPER MOTOR OPERATION
(a) Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal
4 and the negative (−) lead to the motor body, check that
the motor operates.
If operation is not as specified, replace the motor.
(b) Operate the motor and stop the motor operation any-
where except at the stop position by disconnecting the
positive (+) lead from terminal 4.
(c) Connect terminals 2 and 4.
(d) Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal
1 and the negative (−) lead to the motor body, check that
the motor stops running at the stop position after the mo-
tor operates again.
If operation is not as specified, replace the motor.
10. INSPECT WASHER MOTOR OPERATION
Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 2 and
the negative (−) lead to terminal 1, check that the motor oper-
ates.
NOTICE:
These tests must be performed quickly (within 20 seconds)
to prevent the coil from burning out.
If operation is not as specified, replace the motor.
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Z17553
within
4 to 40
secondsUP
Z17554
within
60 seconds
DOWN
Z05657
31
2
5
21
53 BE−58
− BODY ELECTRICALPOWER WINDOW CONTROL SYSTEM
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
17. Rear door of 5 door models:
INSPECT CIRCUIT BREAKER OPERATION
(a) With the window in the fully closed position, hold the pow-
er window switch in ”UP” position and check that there is
a circuit breaker operation noise within 4 to 40 seconds.
(b) With the window in the fully closed position, hold the
switch in ”DOWN” position and check that the window be-
gins to descend within 60 seconds.
If operation is not as specified, replace the motor.
18. INSPECT POWER MAIN RELAY CONTINUITY
ConditionTester connectionSpecified condition
Constant1 − 2Continuity
Apply B+ between
terminals 1 and 23 − 5Continuity
If continuity is not as specified, replace the relay.
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BE277−01
BE−68
− BODY ELECTRICALAUDIO SYSTEM
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTICE:
When replacing the internal mechanism (computer part) of the audio system, be careful that no part
of your body or clothing comes in contact with the terminals of the leads from the IC etc. of the re-
placement part (spare part).
HINT:
This inspection procedure is a simple troubleshooting which should be carried out on the vehicle during sys-
tem operation and was prepared on the assumption of system component troubles (except for the wires and
connectors, etc.).
Always inspect the trouble taking the following items into consideration.
Open or short circuit of the wire harness
Connector or terminal connection fault
ProblemNo.
RadioNo power coming in.1
Power coming in, but radio not operating.2
Noise present, but AM − FM not operating.3
Either speaker does not work.4
Either AM or FM does not work.5
Reception poor (Volume faint).5
Few preset tuning bands.5
Sound quality poor.6
Cannot set station select button.6
Preset memory disappears.7
Tape PlayerCassette tape cannot be inserted.8
Cassette tape inserted, but no power.9
Power coming in, but tape player not operating.10
Either speaker does not work.11
Sound quality poor (Volume faint).12
Tape jammed, malfunction with tape speed or auto−reverse.13
APS, SKIP, RPT buttons not operating.14
Cassette tape will not ejected.15
AntennaAntenna−related.16
NoiseNoise produced by vibration or shock while driving.17
Noise produced when engine starts.18
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Q08874
Clutch Start Switch
Q08667
8 ± 0.5 mm
(0.31 ± 0.020 in.)
Q08677
No continuity
321
Q08678
No continuity
321
− CLUTCHCLUTCH PEDAL
CL−3
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
6. CHECK CLUTCH START SYSTEM
(a) Check that the engine does not start when the clutch ped-
al is released.
(b) Check that the engine starts when the clutch pedal is fully
depressed.
If necessary, replace the clutch start switch.
7. CHECK CONTINUITY OF CLUTCH START SWITCH
Check the continuity between terminals when the switch is ON
and OFF.
Switch positionCondition
ON (pushed)Continuity
OFF (free)No Continuity
If continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.
8. CHECK CONTINUITY OF CLUTCH START CANCEL
SWITCH
(a) Check that there is no continuity when connecting the
positive (+) lead from the ohmmeter to terminal 2 and the
negative (−) lead to terminal 1.
(b) Check that there is no continuity when connecting the
positive (+) lead from the ohmmeter to terminal 3 and the
negative (−) lead to terminal 1 and 2.
If continuity is not as specified, replace the clutch start cancel
switch.
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Q08679No continuity
32
1
Q08680Continuity
32
1
Q08681No continuity
32
1
CL−4
− CLUTCHCLUTCH PEDAL
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
9. CHECK OPERATION OF CLUTCH START CANCEL
SWITCH
(a) Connect positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 3
and negative (−) lead to terminal 1.
(b) Check that there is no continuity when connecting the
positive (+) lead from the ohmmeter to terminal 2 and the
negative (−) lead to terminal 1.
(c) When push the switch, check that the indicator light
comes on and there is continuity between terminal 1 and
2.
(d) Check that there is no continuity between terminals 1 and
2 when disconnect the battery lead.
If continuity is not as specified, replace the clutch start cancel
switch.
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S01280ECT Switch
CO0BY−01
P05962
Ohmmeter
− COOLINGENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SWITCH
CO−25
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE (ECT) SWITCH
INSPECTION
1. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
2. REMOVE ECT SWITCH
3. INSPECT ECT SWITCH
(a) Using an ohmmeter, check that there is no continuity be-
tween the terminals when the coolant temperature is
above 93°C (199°F).
(b) Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity be-
tween the terminals when the coolant temperature is be-
low 83°C (181°F).
If continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.
4. REINSTALL ECT SWITCH
5. REFILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT
6. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR COOLANT LEAKS
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− DIAGNOSTICSENGINE
DI−7
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(10) After checking the DTC, inspect the applicable cir-
cuit.
(b) Clear the DTC.
The following actions will erase the DTC and freezed
frame data.
(1) Operating the OBDII scan tool (complying with SAE
J1978) or TOYOTA hand−held tester to erase the
codes.
(See the OBDII scan tool’s instruction book for oper-
ating instructions.)
(2) Disconnecting the battery terminals or EFI fuse.
NOTICE:
If the TOYOTA hand−held tester switches the ECM from
normal mode to check mode or vice−versa, or it the ignition
switch is turned from ON to ACC or OFF during check
mode, the DTC and freezed frame data will be erased.
4. FAIL−SAFE CHART
If any of the following codes is recorded, the ECM enters fail−sate mode.
DTC No.Fail−Safe OperationFail−Safe Deactivation Conditions
P0105Ignition timing fixed at 5° BTDCReturned to normal condition
P0110Intake air temp. is fixed at 68°F (20°C)Returned to normal condition
P0115Engine coolant temp. is fixed at 176°F (80°C)Returned to normal condition
P0120VTA is fixed at 0°
The following condition must be repeated at least
2 times consecutively
When closed throttle position switch is ON:
0.1 V VTA 0.95 V
P0325Max. timing retardationIgnition switch OFF
P1300Fuel cutIGF signal is detected for 1 ignition
5. CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
TOYOTA hand−held tester only:
By putting the vehicle’s ECM in check mode, 1 trip detection logic possible instead of 2 trip detection logic
and sensitivity to detect open circuit is increased. This makes it easier to detect intermittent problems.
(1) Clear the diagnostic trouble codes (See page DI−3)
(2) Set the check mode (See page DI−3)
(3) Perform a simulation test (See page IN−20)
(4) Check the connector and terminal inspection (See page IN−30)
(5) Visual check and contact pressure (See page IN−30)
(6) Handle the connector (See page IN−30)
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S01261S01272A04480
DLC1
TE1
SST
E1
DI−10
− DIAGNOSTICSENGINE
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
6 Check ignition timing.
PREPARATION:
(a) Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
(b) Shift transmission into ”N” position.
(c) Keep the engine speed at idle.
(d) Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of DLC1.
SST 09843−18020
(e) Using a timing light, connect the tester to No.1 high−ten-
sion cord.
CHECK:
Check ignition timing.
OK:
Ignition timing: 10° BTDC at idle
NG Proceed to IGNITION and continue to trouble-
shoot.
OK
Proceed to matrix chart of problem symp-
toms on page DI−20.