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  • 1997 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1998, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:P
  • 1997 Toyota RAV4 2-DOOR 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1998, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:P

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> 2WD -> 4Runner -> Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Celica, Highlander, MR2 & Sienna -> Echo & RAV4 -> Land Cruiser -> Overhaul -> Replace -> Sequoia & Tundra -> Supra -> T100 -> Tacoma -> Tercel
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Celica, Highlander, MR2 & Sienna

Replace
  • Raise and support vehicle and remove front wheel.
  • Remove union bolt and disconnect brake hose. Use suitable container to catch brake fluid.
  • Remove caliper, Figs. through .
  • Remove anti-squeal shims and brake pad wear indicator plates.
  • Remove support plates.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Overhaul
  • Remove caliper.
  • Remove the following parts:
    • Caliper slide bushings.
    • Dust boots.
    • Collars.
  • Using screwdriver, remove caliper boot set ring and boot.
  • Place suitable rag between caliper and piston and using compressed air, remov...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Adjustments -> 2WD -> 4WD -> Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, Corolla, Echo & Tercel -> Highlander -> Land Cruiser & 4Runner -> Parking Brake -> Tacoma & T100 -> Tundra
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota RAV4 2-DOOR 2.0 L4 GAS

Parking Brake

Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, Corolla, Echo & Tercel
  • Apply parking brake and count number of notches on parking brake sector. Specified number of notches should be as follows:
    • Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Echo and Tercel sedan, 5-8 clicks.
    • Celica, 4-7 clicks.
    • Tercel wagons, 6-8 clicks.
  • On all models, remove console box.
  • Loosen locknut and turn adjustment screw until lever travel is correct.
  • Tighten locknut and install console.
Highlander
  • Slowly press parking brake pedal all the way down and count number of clicks. If parking brake pedal does not click 5-7 times, proceed to next ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1997-2000 4RUNNER -> 1997-2000 RAV4 -> 1997-2001 CAMRY W/BOSCH ABS -> 1997-2001 CAMRY W/NIPPONDENSO ABS -> 1997-2001 CAMRY W/TRAC -> 1998-2000 SIENNA LESS VSC -> 2001-02 4RUNNER -> 2001-02 RAV4 -> 2001-02 SIENNA LESS VSC -> 2002 CAMRY W/ABS, BA, TRAC & VSC -> 2002 CAMRY W/BOSCH ABS -> 2002 CAMRY W/DENSO ABS -> 4Runner -> ABS Warning Lamp -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) -> Avalon -> AVALON LESS TRAC -> AVALON W/TRAC -> Avalon, Camry, Celica, Corolla, Echo, MR2, RAV4, Paseo, Sienna, Supra & Tercel -> Brake Actuator -> Camry -> Camry Solara -> CAMRY SOLARA LESS TRAC -> CAMRY SOLARA W/TRAC -> CELICA -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Component Testing -> Corolla -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Echo -> HIGHLANDER W/ABS, BA, TRAC & VSC -> HIGHLANDER W/BA & ABS -> Land Cruiser -> LAND CRUISER LESS VSC -> LAND CRUISER w/VSC -> Land Cruiser, Previa, Tacoma, T100 & 4Runner -> Less Toyota Hand Held Tester -> Less Toyota Hand-Held Tester -> MR2 -> PASEO -> Previa -> RAV4 -> Sequoia -> Sequoia & Tundra -> Sienna -> SIENNA W/VSC -> Speed Sensor -> Stop Lamp Switch -> Supra -> SUPRA LESS TRAC -> SUPRA W/TRAC -> System Testing -> T100 -> Tacoma -> Tc Terminal -> Tercel -> Traction Control (TRAC) Warning Lamp -> Ts Terminal -> Tundra -> Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) Warning Lamp -> Wiring Diagrams -> With Toyota Hand Held Tester -> With Toyota Hand-Held Tester
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota RAV4 2-DOOR 2.0 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Less Toyota Hand-Held Tester
  • On Land Cruiser models, ensure center differential is free.
  • On all models, turn ignition switch to On position.
  • Disconnect short pin from Data Link Connector 1 (DLC1).
  • Connect terminals Tc and E1 or CG of DLC1 or DLC3 using tool No. 09843-18020, or equivalent, Figs. through .
  • Read and record number of times ANTI-LOCK warning lamp flashes.
  • If system is operating properly, (no faults) warning lamp will blink once every .25 seconds.
  • Connect actuator check connector and ensure proper operation.
With Toyota Hand-Held Tester
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Except Land Cruiser & 4Runner -> Except Sienna -> Land Cruiser & 4Runner -> Master Cylinder -> Models w/Load Sensing Proportioning Valve (LSPV) -> Models w/Proportioning & Bypass Valve (P-BV) -> Proportioning Valve -> Sienna -> Wheel Cylinders
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota RAV4 2-DOOR 2.0 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder

Except Sienna
  • Remove brake fluid with syringe.
  • On RAV4 models, remove air cleaner cover with air cleaner hose.
  • On all models, label and disconnect brake lines using line wrench 09751-36011, 09023-00100, or equivalent. Cap brake lines from master cylinder.
  • Disconnect wire connector from brake pressure switch and then disconnect level warning switch connector, if equipped.
  • Remove master cylinder to brake unit attaching nuts, then remove master cylinder, wire clamp, gasket and 3-way union, as needed.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Bleed brake system.
Sienna
  • Remove air c...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Precautions -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota RAV4 2-DOOR 2.0 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 lid. Obtain 3 digit code for input. Reset system after service as follows:

  • Obtain 3 digit audio 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 (depress the 1 butto...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems" ...

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