2004 Toyota RAV4 Base, AWD, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Cut Rpm: Inspection

  1. WARM UP ENGINE 

    Warm up the engine to the normal operating temperature.

  2. CONNECT HAND-HELD TESTER OR OBD II SCAN TOOL TO DLC3 
    1. Connect the hand-held tester or OBD II scan tool to the DLC3.
      Fig 1: Connecting Hand-Held Tester To DLC3
      G02639495Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      HINT:

      • Select the item "DIAGNOSIS/ENHANCED OBD II/DATA LIST/ALL/FC IDL".
      • Please refer to the hand-held tester or OBD II scan tool operator's manual for further details.
  3. INSPECT FUEL CUTOFF/RESTART RPM 
    1. Increase the engine speed to at least 3,000 RPM.
    2. Use a sound scope to check for the injector operating noise.
      3. Fig 2: Using Sound Scope To Check For Injector Operating Noise
      G02639496Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. When the accelerator pedal is released, injector operation sounds stop momentarily and then resumes.

      HINT:

      Measure with the A/C OFF.

      Standard: 

      RPM SPECIFIED CONDITION

      Item Specified Condition
      Fuel cutoff RPM 1,050 to 1,150 RPM (M/T), 1,350 to 1,450 RPM (A/T)
      Fuel injector restart RPM 850 to 950 RPM (M/T), 1,050 to 1,150 RPM (A/T)

      If the result is not as specified, check for DTCs. If a DTC is present, follow the repair procedures according to the DTC.

  4. DISCONNECT HAND-HELD TESTER OR OBD II SCAN TOOL FROM DLC3 
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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