2006 TOYOTA RAV4 transaxle

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HOW TO PROCEED WITH
TROUBLESHOOTING
HINT:
• The ECM of this system is connected to the CAN and
multiplex communication system. Therefore, before
starting troubleshooting, make sure to check that there is
no trouble in the CAN and multiplex communication
systems.
• *: Use the intelligent tester.
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Standard voltage:
11 to 14 V
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery
before proceeding.
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(a) Refer to the DTC CHECK / CLEAR (see page AX-33).
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(a) Refer to the CHECK MODE PROCEDURE (see page
AX-34).
1VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
2CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS
3INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE
4CONNECT INTELLIGENT TESTER TO DLC3*
5CHECK AND CLEAR DTCS AND FREEZE FRAME DATA*
6VISUAL INSPECTION
7SETTING CHECK MODE DIAGNOSIS*

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(a) Refer to the ROAD TEST (see page AX-13).
Result
B
A
(a) Refer to the ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT INSPECTION
PROCEDURE (see page IN-37).
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(a) Refer to the DTC CHECK / CLEAR (see page AX-33).
Result
B
A
(a) Refer to the AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (see
page AX-126).
(b) Refer to the PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH (see
page AX-132).
(c) Refer to the FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY (see page AX-
162).
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OK
(a) Refer to the MECHANICAL SYSTEM TESTS (see page
AX-16).
8PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION
Result Proceed to
Symptom does not occur A
Symptom occurs B
GO TO STEP 10
9SYMPTOM SIMULATION
10DTC CHECK*
Result Proceed to
DTC is not output A
DTC is output B
GO TO STEP 18
11BASIC INSPECTION
GO TO STEP 21
12MECHANICAL SYSTEM TESTS

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NG
OK
(a) Refer to the HYDRAULIC TEST (see page AX-18).
NG
OK
(a) Refer to the MANUAL SHIFTING TEST (see page AX-
19).
NG
OK
(a) Refer to the PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE (see page
AX-23).
NG
OK
(a) Refer to the PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE (see page
AX-23).
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NG
OK
(a) Refer to the DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
(see page AX-40).
NEXTGO TO STEP 17
13HYDRAULIC TEST
GO TO STEP 17
14MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
GO TO STEP 16
15PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE CHAPTER 1
GO TO STEP 19
16PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE CHAPTER 2
17PART INSPECTION
GO TO STEP 21
18DTC CHART

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19CIRCUIT INSPECTION
20IDENTIFICATION OF PROBLEM
21REPAIR OR REPLACE
22CONFIRMATION TEST
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ROAD TEST
1. PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION
(a) Based on the result of the customer problem
analysis, try to reproduce the symptoms. If the
problem is that the transaxle does not shift up, shift
down, or the shift point is too high or too low,
conduct the following road test referring to the
automatic shift schedule and simulate the problem
symptoms.
2. ROAD TEST
NOTICE:
Perform the test at the normal operating ATF
temperature of 50 to 80
C (122 to 176F).
(a) D position test:
Move the shift lever to D and fully depress the
accelerator pedal. Check the following:
(1) Check up-shift operation.
Check that the 1
2, 2 3, 3 4 and 4 5th
up-shifts take place at the shift point shown in
the automatic shift schedule (see page SS-43).
HINT:
5th Gear Up-shift Prohibition Control
• Engine coolant temperature is 55
C (131F)
or less and vehicle speed is at 80 km/h (50
mph) or less.
• ATF temperature is -2
C (28F) or less.
4th Gear Up-shift Prohibition Control
• Engine coolant temperature is 47
C (117F)
or less and vehicle speed is at 55 km/h (34
mph) or less.
5th and 4th Gear Lock-up Prohibition Control
• Brake pedal is depressed.
• Accelerator pedal is released.
• Engine coolant temperature is 60
C (140F)
or less.
(2) Check for shift shock and slip.
Check for shock and slip at the 1
2, 2 3, 3
4 and 4 5th up-shifts.
(3) Check for abnormal noise and vibration.
Check for abnormal noise and vibration when
up-shifting from 1
2, 2 3, 3 4 and 4
5th while driving with the shift lever on D, and
check while driving in the lock-up condition.
HINT:
The check for the cause of abnormal noise and
vibration must be done thoroughly as it could
also be due to loss of balance in the differential,
torque converter clutch, etc.

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(4) Check kick-down operation.
While driving the vehicle in the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and
5th gears with the shift lever on D, check that the
possible kick-down vehicle speed limits for 2

1, 3
2, 4 3 and 5 4 kick-downs conform
to those indicated in the automatic shift schedule
(see page SS-43).
(5) Check for abnormal shock and slip at kick-down.
(6) Check the lock-up mechanism.
• Drive the vehicle in the 5th gear with the shift
lever on D. Maintain a steady speed (lock-up
ON).
• Lightly depress the accelerator pedal and
check that the engine speed does not change
abruptly.
HINT:
• There is no lock-up in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd
gear.
• 4th lock-up operates while uphill-downhill
control is active with the shift lever on D.
• If there is a sudden increase in engine speed,
there is no lock-up.
(b) 4 (O/D OFF) position test:
Move the shift lever to 4 and fully depress the
accelerator pedal. Check the following:
(1) Check up-shift operation.
Check that the 1
2, 2 3 and 3 4 up-shifts
take place and that the shifts point conforms to
the automatic shift schedule (see page SS-43).
HINT:
There is no 5th up-shift in the 4 position.
(2) Check engine braking.
While driving the vehicle in the 4th gear with the
shift lever on 4, release the accelerator pedal
and check the engine braking effect.
(3) Check for abnormal noise during acceleration
and deceleration, and for shock at up-shift and
down-shift.
(c) 3 position test:
Move the shift lever to 3 and fully depress the
accelerator pedal. Check the following:
(1) Check up-shift operation.
Check that the 1
2 and 2 3 up-shifts take
place and that the shifts point conforms to the
automatic shift schedule (see page SS-43).
HINT:
There is no 3rd up-shift and lock-up in the 3
position.
(2) Check engine braking.
While driving the vehicle in the 3rd gear with the
shift lever on 3, release the accelerator pedal
and check the engine braking effect.

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(3) Check for abnormal noise during acceleration
and deceleration, and for shock at up-shift and
down-shift.
(d) 2 position test:
Move the shift lever to 2 and fully depress the
accelerator pedal. Check the following:
(1) Check up-shift operation.
Check that the 1
2 up-shifts take place and
that the shift point conforms to the automatic
shift schedule (see page SS-43).
HINT:
There is no 3rd up-shift and lock-up when the
shift lever is on 2.
(2) Check engine braking.
While driving the vehicle in the 2nd gear with the
shift lever on 2, release the accelerator pedal
and check the engine braking effect.
(3) Check for abnormal noise during acceleration
and deceleration, and for shock at up-shift and
down-shift.
(e) L position test:
Move the shift lever to L and fully depress the
accelerator pedal. Check the following:
(1) Check no up-shift.
While driving the vehicle with the shift lever on L,
check that there is no up-shift to 2nd gear.
HINT:
There is no lock-up in L.
(2) Check engine braking.
While driving the vehicle with the shift lever on L,
release the accelerator pedal and check the
engine braking effect.
(3) Check for abnormal noises during acceleration
and deceleration.
(f) R position test:
Move the shift lever to R and lightly depress the
accelerator pedal. Check that the vehicle moves
backward without any abnormal noise or vibration.
CAUTION:
Before conducting this test, ensure that no
people or obstacles are in the test area.
(g) P position test:
Stop the vehicle on an incline (more than 5
). Then
move the shift lever to P and release the parking
brake. Check that the parking lock pawl holds the
vehicle in place.
(h) Uphill/downhill control function test:
(1) Check that the gear does not up-shift to the 4th
or 5th gear while the vehicle is driving uphill.
(2) Check that the gear automatically down-shifts
from 5
4 or from 4 3 when the brake is
applied while the vehicle is driving downhill.

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MECHANICAL SYSTEM TESTS
1. STALL SPEED TEST
HINT:
This test is to check the overall performance of the
engine and transaxle.
NOTICE:
• Do not perform the stall speed test longer than 10
seconds.
• To ensure safety, perform this test in an open and
level area that provides good traction.
• The stall speed test should always be performed
with at least 2 people. One person should observe
the condition of the wheels and wheel chocks
while the other is performing the test.
(a) Connect the intelligent tester to the CAN VIM. Then
connect the CAN VIM to the DLC3.
(b) Run the vehicle until the transmission fluid
temperature has reached 50 to 80
C (122 to 176F).
(c) Allow the engine to idle with the air conditioning
OFF.
(d) Chock all 4 wheels.
(e) Set the parking brake and keep the brake pedal
depressed firmly with your left foot.
(f) Move the shift lever to the D position.
(g) Depress the accelerator pedal as much as possible
with your right foot.
(h) Read the engine rpm (stall speed) and release the
accelerator pedal immediately.
Standard value:
2,030 to 2,330 rpm
Evaluation:
NOTICE:
Perform the test at the normal operating ATF
temperature of 50 to 80
C (122 to 176F).
2. SHIFT TIME LAG TEST
HINT:
This test is to check the condition of the direct clutch,
forward clutch, 1st brake and reverse brake.
(a) Connect the intelligent tester to the CAN VIM. Then
connect the CAN VIM to the DLC3.
(b) Run the vehicle until the transmission fluid
temperature has reached 50 to 80
C (122 to 176F).
Test Result Possible Cause
Stall speed is lower than standard value • Engine power output may be insufficient
• Stator one-way clutch not operating properly
HINT:
If the value is less than the specified value by 600 rpm or more, the
torque converter could be faulty.
Stall speed is higher than standard value • Line pressure is too low
• Forward clutch slipping
• U/D (underdrive) brake slipping
• U/D (underdrive) one-way clutch is not operating properly
• No. 1 one-way clutch not operating properly
• Improper fluid level