What do you do when you see a yellow light on your RAV4?
What do you do when you’re driving along in your Toyota RAV4 and suddenly, a yellow light illuminates on your dash and says “Check Engine”. If you’re like most Toyota owners, your heart sinks a little because you have little idea about what that light is trying to tell you or how you should react.
What is the DTC code on a Toyota RAV4?
If you hear the term, diagnostic trouble codes (DTC), these are just another name for check engine light codes. These are automotive computer codes stored by the ECM, also known as the OBD (on-board computer diagnostic system) in your RAV4.
What kind of engine does a Toyota Rav 4 have?
Toyota Model: RAV 4 SR 2.2 D4D 150 in Decuma Grey and Daihatsu Sirion 2008 with Yaris mechanics. Yes it is starting to pop up – Sywy was the first to get it and a mate of mine called the other day with the same thing on his 4.3 which ran out of warranty in March!
What’s the fault on my Toyota 4×4 engine?
It is down to a clogged/sticking EGR valve and records the fault “P0400”. The good news is that Toyota have extended the warranty on this fault to 5 years or 100k miles on parts and labour and the new valve is modified. You need to make your dealer aware so that he can do some digging – they may not be so aware in Romania.
What to do if your check engine light is flashing?
If your check engine light is on in your Toyota RAV4, contact Courtesy Toyota of Brandon. Our Toyota service department can aid you edge what code is turning your check engine light on or diagnose why your check engine light is flashing. Contact Courtesy Toyota of Brandon today!
What causes a Toyota RAV4 engine to misfire?
Keeping in mind that any engine needs air, fuel, and spark for ignition, your Toyota Rav4’s fuel system can often cause the engine to misfire. It can run too lean or rich. Alternatively, there may not be enough fuel for proper combustion, or the fuel isn’t atomizing properly.
How many miles can you drive with the Check Engine light on?
In most cases, your Toyota RAV4 light will go off after about 20-40 miles. If you drive over that amount and the light is still on, you will need to bring it in to Courtesy Toyota of Brandon so the light and code can be double-checked and reset. How many miles can you drive with the check engine light?
What causes a Toyota RAV4 to run rough?
Crank/Cam Sensor- When the cam or crank sensors are not being read by the ECM/PCM, it’s impossible to get the ignition timing right. If you Rav4 does start at all, it’ll run rough. It could be a more serious mechanical issue, such as as bent valve, bad lifter, etc….
Can a check engine light be a problem?
An illuminated Check Engine Light is one possible symptom of a problem with the ECM. The Check Engine Light usually illuminates when the computer detects a problem with any of its sensors or circuits.
Can a bad ECM cause a car to stall?
Engine Stalling or Misfiring Erratic engine behavior may also indicate a bad or failing ECM. A faulty computer may cause the vehicle to intermittently stall or misfire. The symptoms might come and go and not appear to have any sort of pattern to their frequency or severity. 3. Engine Performance Issues
Where to find check engine light code on Toyota?
When retrieving Toyota check engine light codes with an OBD II scan tool, proceed as follows: 1. Connect scan tool to the 16-pin data link connector (DLC) located underneath the steering column. The connector may have a removable cover. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3.
What should I do if I see a Toyota warning light?
Select your vehicle to find out what your warning lights are trying to tell you. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.