TOYOTA RAV4 1996 Service Repair Manual

W01762Matchmarks
W01764
Matchmarks
− SUSPENSION AND AXLEREAR SUSPENSION ARM AND COIL SPRING
SA−97
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(d) Place matchmarks on the camber adjust cam and sus-
pension member.
(e) Remove the bolt, camber adjust cam, nut and lower sus-
pension arm.
Torque: 113 N·m (1,150 kgf·cm, 83 ft·lbf)
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
After stabilizing the suspension, torque the bolt.
(f) Remove the bolt, nut and upper suspension arm.
Torque: 113 N·m (1,150 kgf·cm, 83 ft·lbf)
HINT:
At the time of installaion, please refer to the following item.
After stabilizing the suspension, torque the bolt.
11. REMOVE COIL SPRING AND REAR NO.1 SUSPEN-
SION ARM
(a) Place matchmarks on the toe−adjust cam and body.
(b) Loosen the bolt and remove the coil spring and upper in-
sulator.
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
Fit the lower end of the coil spring into the gap of the No.1 sus-
pension arm.
(c) Remove the bolt, toe−adjust cam, 2 attachments, nut and
lower suspension arm.
Torque: 132 N·m (1,350 kgf·cm, 98 ft·lbf)
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
After stabilizing the suspension, torque the bolt.
12. REMOVE SPRING BUMPER
Remove the bolt and spring bumper.
Torque: 13 N·m (130 kgf·cm, 9 ft·lbf)

SA0UV−01
R10753
SA−98
− SUSPENSION AND AXLEREAR SUSPENSION ARM AND COIL SPRING
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
INSPECTION
INSPECT BALL JOINT FOR ROTATION CONDITION
(a) As shown in the illustration, flip the ball joint stud back and
forth 5 times, before installing the nut.
(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously one turn
each 2 − 4 seconds and take the torque reading on the 5th
turn.
Turning Torque:
Upper suspension arm:
0.5 − 3.5 N·m (5 − 35 kgf·cm, 7 − 30 in.·lbf)
Lower suspension arm:
0.5 − 3.5 N·m (5 − 35 kgf·cm, 7 − 30 in.·lbf)

SA0UW−01
W01228
R11091
SST
R11092
5°
5°SST
Horizontal Line
Press Line
Position Mark
− SUSPENSION AND AXLEREAR SUSPENSION ARM AND COIL SPRING
SA−99
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE SHOCK ABSORBER LOWER PIVOT PIN
(a) Mount No.1 suspension arm in a vise.
(b) Remove the nut.
(c) Using a plastic hammer, remove the pivot pin.
2. INSTALL SHOCK ABSORBER LOWER PIVOT PIN
(a) Install the pivot pin.
(b) Install the nut.
Torque: 140 N·m (1,430 kgf·cm, 103 ft·lbf)
3. REMOVE REAR NO.1 SUSPENSION ARM BUSHING
Using SST and a press, remove the bushing.
SST 09649−17010, 09710−30050
4. INSTALL NEW BUSHING
(a) Place position mark on to a new bushing, as shown.
(b) Using SST and a press, install the bushing.
SST 09710−30050
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following items.
Before installing the bushing, align the position mark and
press line.
When assembling the bushing, assemble it so that its pro-
jections are horizontal.
Do not let grease or oil get on the bushing.

SA0UX−04
SA−100
− SUSPENSION AND AXLEREAR SUSPENSION ARM AND COIL SPRING
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal (See page SA−96).
AFTER INSTALLATION, CHECK ABS SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL (See page DI−257) AND REAR WHEEL
ALIGNMENT (See page SA−7)

SF0Q4−03
− SFISFI SYSTEM
SF−1
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
SFI SYSTEM
PRECAUTION
1. BEFORE WORKING ON THE FUEL SYSTEM, DISCON-
NECT THE NEGATIVE (−) TERMINAL CABLE FROM
THE BATTERY
HINT:
Any diagnostic trouble code retained by the computer will be
erased when the negative (−) terminal cable is removed.
Therefore, if necessary, read the diagnosis before removing the
terminal.
2. DO NOT SMOKE OR WORK NEAR AN OPEN FLAME
WHEN WORKING ON THE FUEL SYSTEM
3. KEEP GASOLINE AWAY FROM RUBBER OR LEATH-
ER PARTS
4. MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
(a) In event of engine misfire, these precautions should be
taken.
(1) Check proper connection to battery terminals, etc.
(2) After repair work, check that the ignition coil termi-
nals and all other ignition system lines are recon-
nected securely.
(3) When cleaning the engine compartment, be espe-
cially careful to protect the electrical system from
water.
(b) Precautions when handling oxygen sensor.
(1) Do not allow oxygen sensor to drop or hit against an
object.
(2) Do not allow the sensor to come into contact with
water.
5. IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH MOBILE RADIO SYS-
TEM (HAM, CB, ETC.)
If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system,
refer to the precaution in the IN section.
6. AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM
(a) Separation of the engine oil dipstick, oil filler cap, PCV
hose, etc. may cause the engine to run out of tune.
(b) Disconnection, looseness or cracks in the parts of the air
induction system between the throttle body and cylinder
head will allow air suction and cause the engine to run out
of tune.
7. ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
(a) Before removing SFI wiring connectors, terminals, etc.,
first disconnect the power by either turning the ignition
switch to LOCK or disconnecting the negative (−) terminal
cable from the battery.
HINT:
Always check the diagnostic trouble code before disconnecting
the negative (−) terminal cable from the battery.

FI2553
SST
S01837
Fuel
Pump
Connector
S01832
Plug SF−2
− SFISFI SYSTEM
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(b) When installing the battery, be especially careful not to in-
correctly connect the positive (+) and negative (−) cables.
(c) Do not permit parts to receive a severe impact during re-
moval or installation. Handle all SFI parts carefully, espe-
cially the ECM.
(d) Do not be careless during troubleshooting as there are
numerous transistor circuits and even slight terminal con-
tact can cause further troubles.
(e) Do not open the ECM cover.
(f) When inspecting during rainy weather, take care to pre-
vent entry of water. Also, when washing the engine
compartment, prevent water from getting on the SFI parts
and wiring connectors.
(g) Parts should be replaced as an assembly.
(h) Care is required when pulling out and inserting wiring con-
nectors.
(i) Release the lock and pull out the connector, pulling on the
connectors.
(j) Fully insert the connector and check that it is locked.
(k) Use SST for inspection or test of the injector or its wiring
connector.
SST 09842−30070
8. FUEL SYSTEM
(a) When disconnecting the high fuel pressure line, a large
amount of gasoline will spill out, so observe the following
procedures:
(1) Disconnect the fuel pump connector.
(2) Start the engine. After the engine has stopped on
its own, turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
(3) Put a container under the connection.
(4) Slowly loosen the connection.
(5) Disconnect the connection.
(6) Plug the connection with a rubber plug.

S01831
New Gasket
FI1654
Fulcrum Length
30 mm
SST
FI0420
O−Ring
Injector
GrommetDelivery PipeCORRECT
WRONG
P15485
O−Ring
Injector Grommet
O−Ring Insulator
− SFISFI SYSTEM
SF−3
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(b) When connecting the flare nut or union bolt on the high
pressure pipe union, observe the following procedures:
(1) Union Bolt Type:
Always use 2 new gaskets.
(2) Union Bolt Type:
Tighten the union bolt by hand.
(3) Union Bolt Type:
Tighten the union bolt to the specified torque.
Torque: 29 N·m (300 kgf·cm, 22 ft·lbf)
(4) Flare Nut Type:
Apply a light coat of engine oil to the flare nut, and
tighten the flare nut by hand.
(5) Flare Nut Type:
Using SST, tighten the flare nut to specified torque.
SST 09631−22020
NOTICE:
Do not rotate the fuel pipe, when tightening the flare nut.
Torque: 34 N·m (350 kgf·cm, 25 ft·lbf)
28 N·m (285 kgf·cm, 21 ft·lbf) for SST
HINT:
Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 30 cm (11.81 in.).
(c) Observe the following precautions when removing and
installing the injectors.
(1) Never reuse the O−ring.
(2) When placing a new O−ring on the injector, take
care not to damage it in any way.
(3) Coat a new O−ring with spindle oil or gasoline be-
fore installing−never use engine, gear or brake oil.
(4) Install the injector to the delivery pipe and intake
manifold as shown in the illustration.

S01354
TOYOTA
Hand−Held Tester
S01830
Fuel Inlet Hose SF−4
− SFISFI SYSTEM
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(d) Check that there are no fuel leaks after performing main-
tenance anywhere on the fuel system.
(1) Connect the TOYOTA hand−held tester to the
DLC3.
(2) Turn the ignition switch ON and TOYOTA hand−
held tester main switch ON.
NOTICE:
Do not start the engine.
(3) Select the active test mode on the TOYOTA hand−
held tester.
(4) Please refer to the TOYOTA hand−held tester oper-
ator ’s manual for further details.
(5) If you have no TOYOTA hand−held tester, connect
the positive (+) and negative (−) leads from the bat-
tery to the fuel pump connector (See page
SF−5).
(6) Pinch the fuel inlet hose.
The pressure in the high pressure line will rise to
approx. 400 kPa (4 kgf/cm
2, 57 psi). In this state,
check that there are no leaks from any part of the
fuel system.
NOTICE:
Always pinch the hose. Avoid bending as it may cause the
hose to crack.
(7) Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
(8) Disconnect the TOYOTA hand−held tester from the
DLC3.
(9) Start the engine.
NOTICE:
Keep cranking the engine until the air is removed from the
fuel line.
(10) After the engine starts, check again that there are
no fuel leaks.

S01354
TOYOTA
Hand−Held Tester
SF0Q5−03
S01830
Fuel Inlet Hose
S01827
− SFIFUEL PUMP
SF−5
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
FUEL PUMP
ON−VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK FUEL PUMP OPERATION
(a) Connect the TOYOTA hand−held tester to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON and TOYOTA hand−held tes-
ter main switch ON.
NOTICE:
Do not start the engine.
(c) Select the active test mode on the TOYOTA hand−held
tester.
(d) Please refer to the TOYOTA hand−held tester operator’s
manual for further details.
(e) If you have no TOYOTA hand−held tester, connect the
positive (+) and negative (−) leads from the battery to the
fuel pump connector (See page SF−5).
(f) Check that there is pressure in the fuel inlet hose from the
fuel filter.
HINT:
If there is fuel pressure, you will hear the sound of fuel flowing.
If there is no pressure, check the H−fuse, fuses, EFI main relay,
circuit opening relay, fuel pump, ECM and wiring connections.
(g) Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
(h) Disconnect the TOYOTA hand−held tester from the
DLC3.
2. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
(a) Check the battery positive voltage is above 12 V.
(b) Disconnect the negative (−) terminal cable from the bat-
tery.
(c) Remove the air cleaner assembly (See page ST−4).
(d) Remove the 2 bolts, and disconnect the engine comport-
ment R/B No.2 from the bracket on the body.
(e) Remove the union bolt and 2 gaskets, and disconnect the
fuel inlet hose from the fuel filter outlet.
CAUTION:
Put a shop towel under the fuel filter. Slowly loosen the
union bolt.

S01834
Gasket
SST (Union)
SST
Fuel Inlet Hose Gasket
SST (Union)
S01835
301 − 347 kPa
S01836
For 5 Minutes After Engine has Stopped
147 kPa
or More SF−6
− SFIFUEL PUMP
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(f) Install the fuel inlet hose and SST (pressure gauge) to the
fuel filter outlet with the 3 gaskets and SST (union bolt).
SST 09268−45012
Torque: 29 N·m (300 kgf·cm, 22 ft·lbf)
(g) Wipe off any splattered gasoline.
(h) Connect the TOYOTA hand−held tester to the DLC3.
(i) Reconnect the negative (−) terminal cable to the battery.
(j) Turn the ignition switch ON.
(k) Measure the fuel pressure.
Fuel pressure:
301 − 347 kPa (3.1 − 3.5 kgf/cm
2, 44 − 50 psi)
If pressure is high, replace the fuel pressure regulator.
If pressure is low, check these parts:
Fuel hoses and connections
Fuel pump
Fuel filter
Fuel pressure regulator
(l) Remove the TOYOTA hand−held tester from the DLC3.
(m) Start the engine.
(n) Measure the fuel pressure at idle.
Fuel pressure:
301 − 347 kPa (3.1 − 3.5 kgf/cm
2, 44 − 50 psi)
(o) Stop the engine.
(p) Check that the fuel pressure remains as specified for 5
minutes after the engine has stopped.
Fuel pressure:
147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm
2, 21 psi) or more
If pressure is not as specified, check the fuel pump, pressure
regulator and/or injectors.
(q) After checking fuel pressure, disconnect the negative (−)
terminal cable from the battery and carefully remove the
SST to prevent gasoline from splashing.
SST 09268−45012
(r) Reconnect the fuel inlet hose with 2 new gaskets and the
union bolt.
Torque: 29 N·m (300 kgf·cm, 21 ft·lbf)
(s) Reconnect the negative (−) terminal cable to the battery.
(t) Check for fuel leakage (See page SF−1).
(u) Reinstall the engine comportment R/B No.2 and air clean-
er assembly.
3. CHECK FUEL PUMP
(a) Remove the LH rear seat assembly.
(b) Remove the floor service hole cover.