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2004 Toyota RAV4 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Toyota REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Air Bag System Precautions -> Toyota -> Arming
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
- Ensure ignition switch is in Lock position.
- Reconnect battery ground cable.
- Wait at least 10 seconds before turning the ignition switch from the Lock position.
- Place ignitio...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Toyota -> Drum Brakes -> Precautions -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
Audio Coded Anti-Theft System
Some models are equipped with an audio coded anti-theft system that will disable the radio when the battery cable is disconnected. The system can be identified by the "ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM" on the cassette tape lid. Obtain 3 digit customer code for input. Reset system after service as follows:
- Obtain 3 digit audio anti-theft code.
- Depress 1 (PROG) while depressing righthand side of TUNE SEEK button, - - - will appear in tape operation display.
- To enter the first digit, depress 1 (PROG) button repeatedly until the number of times depressed equals the first digit ...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Toyota -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
Normal Service
Service as r...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove engine under-cover.
- Drain differential oil.
- Remove drive shaft lock nut grease cap, using a screwdriver and hammer.
- Remove cotter pin and lock cap from drive shaft lock nut.
- With an assistant applying brakes, remove drive shaft lock nut.
- Remove cotter pin and nut from lower ball joint.
- Disconnect lower suspension arm, using a suitable pry tool.
- Disconnect drive shaft from hub by pushing steering knuckle outward. Be careful not to damage oil seal, bo...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Relearn Procedures -> Initialization
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
Initialization
- Check and adjust tire pressure to manufacturer's specifications.
- Turn the ignition switch to On position.
- Press and hold the tire pressure warning reset switch until warning lamp blinks three times at a one second interval.
- Complete initialization by driving vehicle at a speed of 19 mph or more for one hour. If warning lamp blinks at 1/4 second intervals while d...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- On models equipped with audio coded anti-theft system, obtain three-digit system code.
- Remove engine coolant reservoir.
- On all models, if required, remove battery, battery tray and/or igniter bracket.
- Remove air cleaner assembly, if required.
- Disconnect e...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Toyota -> 2001-05 RAV4
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
On 2001-03 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 22,500 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter every 10,000 miles.
On 2004-05 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 36 months or 30,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.
- Open the glove compartment door.
- Push inward at both sides of the glove compartment, then pull the glove compartment downward, Fig. .
- Through the g...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Toyota -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) System Warning Lamp -> 2002-09 RAV4
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
The anti-lock warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. The lamp will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system verifies proper anti-lock operation. If the lamp remains lit, a fault in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. After system diagnosis and repair are complete, the lamp ca...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
Inlet
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
- Remove hose from heater core.
- Reposition hose clamp at water outlet.
- Remove hose from water outlet.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to install.
Outlet
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp a...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2004 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Body Diagram for 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2004 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: LONG TERM VEHICLE STORAGE GUIDELINES Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: UPPER/LOWER WINDSHIELD/REAR GLASS TICK NOISE - REVISED Vehicle: 2004 Toyota RAV4 2.4 L4 GAS Symptoms: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2004 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2004 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2004 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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