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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2008RAV4 4WD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINTRANSFER CASECONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRINSTALLATION
2008 Toyota RAV4 4WD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)
Installation
2008 Toyota RAV4 4WD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)SECTION Installation
GF1A TRANSFER: 4WD CONTROL ECU: INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
NOTE: When the 4WD control ECU is replaced with a normal one from another vehicle, perform calibration Programming and Relearning. If the 4WD control ECU is replaced with a new one, calibration is unnecessary.
HINT: Calibrate the 4WD control ECU by performing calibration of the vehicle stability control system.
1. INSTALL 4WD CONTROL ECU
(a) Install the ECU with the bolt.
Torque: 4.5 Nm (46 kgf-cm, 40 in-lbf)
(b) Connect the connector.
2. INSTALL GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY Installation
3. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.