Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1996 Toyota RAV4 2D Utility, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Circuit Opening Relay
- Ensure ignition is off. Remove circuit opening relay. See CIRCUIT OPENING RELAY LOCATION table.NOTE: Circuit opening relay may also be identified using appropriate illustration in THEORY/OPERATION article and wire color. See appropriate wiring diagram in WIRING DIAGRAMS article.CIRCUIT OPENING RELAY LOCATIONS
Application Relay Location RAV4 In Fuse/Relay Box Below Driver's Side Of Instrument Panel, Behind Kick Panel - To test circuit opening relay continuity, using ohmmeter, check continuity between specified terminals. See Fig 1 and Fig 2.
- To test circuit opening relay operation, apply battery voltage and ground to relay and use ohmmeter to check continuity between specified terminals. See Fig 1 and Fig 2. Replace circuit opening relay if defective.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.