On-Vehicle Inspection

2008 Toyota RAV4 Limited, 2.4 D, FWDSECTION On-Vehicle Inspection
  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
  2. INSPECT INSTRUMENT PANEL JUNCTION BLOCK 
    NOTE: The circuit opening relay is built into the instrument panel junction block.
    1. Measure the resistance between the terminals.
      Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Panel Junction Block Connector Terminals
      G05183859Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard resistance 

      RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION

      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      1B-11 - 1A-8 10 kΩ or higher
      1B-11 - 1A-8 Below 1 Ω
      (when battery voltage is applied to terminals 1E-5 and 1D-1)

      If the result is not as specified, replace the instrument panel junction block.

  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.