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Q08599
Line
Pressure
Drain
Q08590
− DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A241E)
DI−151
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
DTC P0770 Shift Solenoid E Malfunction
(Shift Solenoid Valve SL)
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The ECM uses signals from the throttle position sensor, air−flow
meter and crankshaft position sensor to monitor the engage-
ment condition of the lock−up clutch.
Then the ECM compares the engagement condition of the
lock−up clutch with the lock−up schedule in the ECM memory
to detect mechanical trouble of the shift solenoid valve SL,
valve body and torque converter clutch.
DTC No.DTC Detecting ConditionTrouble Area
P0770
Lock−up does not occur when driving in the lock−up range
(normal driving at 80 km/h (50 mph)) lock−up remains ON in
the lock−up OFF range (2 trip detection logic)Shift solenoid valve SL is stuck open or closed
Valve body is blocked up or stuck
Lock−up clutch
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1 Check shift solenoid valve SL operation.
PREPARATION:
(a) Remove the oil pan.
(b) Remove the shift solenoid valve SL.
CHECK:
(a) Applying 490 kPa (5 kgf/cm2, 71 psi) of compressed air,
check that the solenoid valve leak air.
(b) When battery positive voltage is supplied to the solenoid
valve, check it close.
NG Replace shift solenoid valve SL.
OK
DI40J−01
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Q08870
Fuse Block
Junction Connector
FL Block
Stop Light RH Stop Light LHTo ABS ECU
− DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A241E)
DI−159
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
Stop Light Switch Circuit
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this circuit is to prevent the engine from stalling, while driving in lock−up condition, when
brakes are suddenly applied.
When the brake pedal is operated, this switch sends a signal to ECM. Then the ECM cancels of the lock−up
clutch while braking is in progress.
WIRING DIAGRAM
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1 Check operation of stop light.
CHECK:
Check if the stop lights go on and off normally when the brake pedal is operated and released.
NG Check and repair stop light circuit.
OK
DI98Q−03
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FI3605
ON
OFF
0.13 sec.
− DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A540H)
DI−175
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(5) See page DI−189 to confirm the details of the
DTCs.
NOTICE:
When simulating symptoms with an OBD II scan tool (ex-
cluding TOYOTA hand−held tester) to check the DTCs, use
the normal mode. For codes on the DTC chart subject to ”2
trip detection logic”, turn the ignition switch off after the
symptoms have been simulated for the first time. Then re-
peat the simulation process again. When the program has
been simulated twice, the MIL lights up and the DTCs are
recorded in the ECM.
3. Check Mode:
INSPECT DIAGNOSIS
HINT:
TOYOTA hand−held tester only:
Compared to the normal mode, the check mode has high sens-
ing ability to detect malfunctions.
Furthermore, the same diagnostic items which are detected in
the normal mode can also be detected in the check mode.
(a) Check the DTC.
(1) Initial conditions.
Battery positive voltage 11 V or more.
Throttle valve fully closed
Transaxle in the PARK position
Air conditioning switched off
(2) Prepare the TOYOTA hand−held tester.
(3) Connect the TOYOTA hand−held tester to the
DLC3.
(4) Turn the ignition switch ON and switch the TOYOTA
hand−held tester ON.
(5) Switch the TOYOTA hand−held tester from the nor-
mal mode to the check mode (Check that the MIL
flashes.).
(6) Start the engine (The MIL goes off after the engine
start.).
(7) Simulate the conditions of the malfunction de-
scribed by the customer.
NOTICE:
Leave the ignition switch ON until you have checked the
DTCs, etc.
(8) After simulating the malfunction conditions, use the
TOYOTA hand−held tester diagnosis selector to
check the DTCs and freezed frame data, etc.
HINT:
Take care not to turn the ignition switch OFF. Turning the ignition
switch off switches the diagnosis system from check mode to
normal mode, so all DTCs, etc. are erased.
(9) After checking the DTC, inspect the applicable cir-
cuit.
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DI−186
− DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A540H)
1996 RAV4 (RM447U) If pressure is low in the D position only
D position circuit fluid leakage
Forward clutch defective
If pressure is low in the R position only
R position circuit fluid leakage
Direct clutch defective
1st and reverse brake defective
10. Center Differential Control Clutch:
HYDRAULIC TEST
(a) Preparation.
(1) Warm up the ATF.
(2) Remove the test plug and connect SST (See page AX−18 for the location to connect SST).
SST SST 09992−00094 (09992−00111)
CAUTION:
Perform the test at normal operating ATF temperature 50 − 80°C (122 − 176°F)
The line pressure test should always be carried out in pairs. One should observe the conditions
of wheels or wheel stoppers outside the vehicle while the other is performing the test.
(b) Measure the center differential clutch control pressure.
(1) Start the vehicle and open the accelerator open 50 % or more and check that the center differen-
tial clutch control pressure is in the range from more than 294 kPa (3.0 kgf/cm
2, 42 psi).
(2) Fully close the accelerator and check that the SST registers 9.8 kPa (0.1 kgf/cm
2, 1.4 psi) or less.
CAUTION:
Confirm safety of the road before checking.
Take care to avoid slip when you start the vehicle on a paved road.
Check the pressure at normal driving ATF temperature 50 − 80°C (122 − 176°F).
Reference:
To measure center differential control pressure to be measured with the solenoid opened by applying voltage
to it, refer to the following:
Prepare a sub−assembly for checking as follows:
Prepare a supply connector (Part No. 90980−10629, or 90980−11143)
Connect a harness of 2 − 3 m (6.6 − 9.8 ft) to terminal 1 of the connector.
Place a bulb of 24W in between the harness.
Connect a harness of 2 − 3 m (6.6 − 9.8 ft) to terminal 3 of the connector.
Connect the inspection’s sub−harness assembly to the solenoid connector of the transfer.
Connect terminal 1 of the sub−harness to the battery’s positive (+) terminal, and terminal 3 of the sub−
harness to the battery’s negative (−) terminal.
Measure the center differential control pressure at idling and when performing the stall test (When 1st
gear).
Engine speedSub−harnessLine pressure kPa (kgf/cm2, psi)
IdlingConnected363 − 422 (3.7 − 4.3, 53 − 61)
Stall (Shift solenoid valve SLD OFF)Connected735 − 863 (7.5 − 8.8, 107 − 125)
Stall (Shift solenoid valve SLD ON)Connected1,324 − 1,549 (13.5 − 15.8, 192 − 225)
All rpmNot connected9.8 (0.1, 1.4) or less
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Q08776
Shift Solenoid Valve No. 1 and No. 2
(−)(−) (+)(+)
S1 S2
− DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A540H)
DI−197
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
DTC P0750, P0755 Shift Solenoid A/B Malfunction
(Shift Solenoid Valve No. 1 / No. 2)
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The ECM uses signals from the vehicle speed sensor to detect the actual gear position (1st, 2nd, 3rd or O/D
gear). The ECM then compares the actual gear with the shift schedule in the ECM memory to detect mechan-
ical trouble of the shift solenoid valves and valve body.
DTC No.DTC Detecting ConditionTrouble Area
P0750
P0755During normal driving, gear required by the ECM does not
match actual gear (2 trip detection logic)Shift solenoid valve No. 1 / No. 2 is stuck open or closed
Valve body is blocked up or stuck
HINT:
Check the shift solenoid valve No. 1 when DTC P0750 is output and check shift solenoid valve No. 2 when
DTC P0755 is output.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1 Check solenoid valve No. 1 or No. 2 operation.
PREPARATION:
(a) Remove the oil pan.
(b) Remove the shift solenoid valve No. 1 or No. 2.
CHECK:
(a) Applying 490 kPa (5 kgf/cm2, 71 psi) of compressed air,
check that the solenoid valves do not leak air.
(b) When battery positive voltage is supplied to the solenoid
valves, check that solenoid valve open.
NG Replace shift solenoid valve No. 1 or No. 2.
OK
2 Check valve body (See page DI−192).
NG Repair or replace valve body.
OK
Repair or replace transaxle (See page
AX−19).
DI40Z−01
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D02258
Drain
Drain Line
Pressure
Q08777
(+)
(+)
(−) (−)
− DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A540H)
DI−201
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
DTC P0770 Shift Solenoid E Malfunction
(Shift Solenoid Valve SL)
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The ECM uses the signals from the throttle position sensor and
air flow meter to monitor the engagement condition of the lock−
up clutch
Then the ECM compares the engagement condition of the
lock−up clutch with the lock−up schedule in the ECM memory
to detect mechanical trouble of the shift solenoid valve SL,
valve body and torque converter clutch.
DTC No.DTC Detecting ConditionTrouble Area
P0770
Lock−up does not occur when driving in the lock−up range
(normal driving at 80 km/h (50 mph)), or lock−up remains ON
in the lock−up OFF range (2 trip detection logic)Shift solenoid valve SL is stuck open or closed
Valve body blocked up or stuck
Lock−up clutch
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1 Check shift solenoid valve SL operation.
PREPARATION:
Remove the shift solenoid valve SL from the valve body.
CHECK:
(a) Applying 490 kPa (5 kgf/cm2, 71 psi) of compressed air,
check that the solenoid valve open.
(b) When battery positive voltage is supplied to the solenoid
valve, check that solenoid valve does not leak air.
NG Replace shift solenoid valve SL.
OK
DI411−01
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Q08870
Fuse Block
Junction Connector
FL Block
Stop Light RH Stop Light LHTo ABS ECU
− DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A540H)
DI−227
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
Stop Light Switch Circuit
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this circuit is to prevent the engine from stalling, while driving in lock−up condition, when
brakes are suddenly applied.
When the brake pedal is operated, this switch sends a signal to ECM. Then the ECM cancels of the lock−up
clutch while braking is in progress.
WIRING DIAGRAM
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1 Check operation of stop light.
CHECK:
Check if the stop lights go on and off normally when the brake pedal is operated and released.
NG Check and repair stop light circuit.
OK
DI994−01
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F04134
A8A9
A8A9
(+)
(−)
31
3
65 2
1
65 2
− DIAGNOSTICSANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
DI−249
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
3 Check ABS control (solenoid) relay.
CHECK:
Check the continuity between each terminal of the ABS control
(solenoid) relay.
OK:
Terminals A9−1 and A8−3Continuity
(Reference value 80 Ω)
Terminals A9−5 and A9−6Continuity
Terminals A9−2 and A9−5Open
CHECK:
(a) Apply battery voltage between terminals A9−1 and A8−3.
(b) Check the continuity between each terminal of the ABS
control (solenoid) relay.
OK:
Terminals A9−5 and A9−6Open
Terminals A9−2 and A9−5Continuity
NG Replace ABS control relay.
OK
4 Check for open and short in harness and connector between ABS control relay
and ABS ECU (See page IN−30).
NG Repair or replace harness or connector.
OK
If same code is still output after DTC is deleted, check contact condition of each connection. If
connections are normal, ECU may be defective.