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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Wire Color Code Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

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: 1998 Toyota RAV4 L ELECTRIC

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.
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Component Locations -> 1996-00 RAV4
Vehicle: 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Remove front wheel and drive shaft locknut.
  • Remove engine undercover.
  • Remove drain plug and drain fluid into suitable container.
  • On models equipped with ABS, remove ABS speed sensor and wire harness from steering knuckle.
  • Apply brakes and remove cotter pin, lock cap and lock nut.
  • Remove tie rod end cotter pin and separate tie rod with suitable tool.
  • Disconnect stabilizer bar link from lower suspension arm. If ball joint turns together with nut use 5mm hexag...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove engine coolant reservoir.
  • If required, remove battery, battery tray and/or igniter bracket.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly, if required.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors from sta...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Air Bag Warning Lamp -> 1990-2001 RAV4
Vehicle: 1998 Toyota RAV4 L ELECTRIC

The air bag system warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. The lamp will light during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that no faults are present. If the lamp remains lit, a fault in the air bag system is indicated. The air bag system must be diagnosed and repaired, then the following procedures can be used to reset the warning lamp.

  • Connect service wires to check conne...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Remove engine under cover, the drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Disconnect radiator reservoir hose from radiator, then radiator upper hose from radiator.
  • Disconnect radiator lower hose from radiator, then the automatic transmission oil cooler hoses from radiator.
  • Remove radiator reservoir tank, then the automatic transmission oil cooler hoses from clamp on radiator shroud.
  • Loosen fan...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

I/P Grounds & Harness To Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1998 Toyota RAV4  2.0 L4 GASI/P Grounds & Harness To Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Engine Room Main Wire
  • Engine Wire
  • Front Door LH Wire
  • Front Door RH Wire
  • Instrument Panel Wire
  • Body Connector Locations Diagram for 1998 Toyota RAV4  2.0 L4 GASBody Connector Locations Diagram for 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump
  • Moon Roof Control Relay
  • Rear Wiper Motor
  • Rear Window Defogger
  • License Plate Light
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 Toyota RAV4  2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Relay
  • Headlamp Relay
  • Engine Main Relay
  • 1998 Toyota RAV4  2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Switch
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Turn Signal Flasher
  • Hazard Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: LONG TERM VEHICLE STORAGE GUIDELINES
    Vehicle: 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATION LABELS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1998 Toyota RAV4 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Toyota RAV4 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1998 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1998 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1998 Toyota RAV4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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