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1996 Toyota RAV4 TSBs

46 Technical Service Bulletins across 11 categories

Body & Paint

11 bulletins
600865

PROCEDURES TO IMPROVE DOOR LOCK OPERATION "FEEL".

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600201

PROCEDURE THAT IMPROVES DOOR LOCK OPERATION.

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*YC

600195

A FIELD FIX PROCEDURE THAT IMPROVES THE FEEL OF THE FRONT DOOR LOCK KNOB OPEATION.

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52146

DOOR HANDLE OPERATION.

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*JD

52116

RAV4 FRONT DOOR HANDLE OPERATION.

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*JD

10244113

Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal...

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plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.

10188913

Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal...

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plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.

10174890

SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos.

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PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.

10143953

SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos.

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PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Replacement Certification Label and VIN Plate Criteria A replacement certification label and/or VIN plate may be requested if: ? The vehicle was in an accident and the label and/or plate is damaged or attached to a part that will be replaced during the repair. ? The label and/or plate was stolen.

10131713

SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos.

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PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. REVISION NOTICE January 11, 2018 ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.

10123420

Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the...

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metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.

Other

9 bulletins
622728

INFORMATION REGARDING SHOULDER BELT ANCHOR TAPE SET.

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*JB

608125

INFORMATION ON THE IMPROVED COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBY.

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604667

SUBJECT REGARDING TOYOTA DINGHY TOWING GUIDE.

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601608

REPAIR PROCEDURES ON TAILPIPE DURABILITY.

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*YC

53041

CLARIFYING THE INSTALLATION INSTURCTIONS FOR THE REAR STEP RECEIVER HITCH.

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*YC

10197476

Replacement vin plates.

10197473

Product general information.

10174891

OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete.

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Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates

10131993

This bulletin is now obsolete.

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Please see T-SB-0185-13.

Transmission

7 bulletins
618313

SUBJECT REGARDING SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SSC X05) - REPLACED TRANSAXLE RETURN PROCEDURE (4WD AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE PINION GEAR WASHER REPLACEMENT).

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*JB

610086

SUBJECT REGARDING FINAL OWNER NOTICES FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN X05 - AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE INION GEAR WASHER.

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*TT

608119

SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION GEAR WASHERS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN A54OH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE.

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*TT

10132084

The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic...

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transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly

10109492

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle...

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assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.

10109404

The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque...

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converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly.

10001042

SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION GEAR WASHERS.

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*TT

Brakes

7 bulletins
53034

VARIOUS INFORMATION ON REDUCING NOISES REGARDING THE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM.

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*YC

10214323

Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak...

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noise in various driving conditions

10190453

Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak...

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noise in various driving conditions.

10187241

Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak...

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noise in various driving conditions.

10186195

Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak...

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noise in various driving conditions.

10131984

A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles...

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equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the Brake Pedal Force Gauge. Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for parking brake pedal travel inspection and adjustment specification.

10131928

A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual...

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inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs. The following recommendations are intended to provide general tips for the inspection and/or installation of Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) front brake pads and discs. Always refer to the model specific Repair manual and TIS publications for specific repair instructions.

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

4 bulletins
10145749

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete.

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Please see T-SB-0304-17.

10145748

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete.

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Please see T-SB-0304-17.

10131988

The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper...

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performance.

10010473

OWNER RENOTIFICATION OF NON-COMPLETED SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGNS AND LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGNS.

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Suspension

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622975

SUBJECT REGARDING BRANICK SPRING ADAPTER.

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*ET

600684

REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT.

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*YC

Air Bags & Safety

2 bulletins
10133915

Toyota vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help...

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reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devices did not perform as expected, please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.

10131961

Toyota vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models,...

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seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pre-tensioner devices did not perform as expected (including an unintended deployment event), please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.

Tires & Wheels

1 bulletin
10207946

POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota.

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This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Toyota.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.

Electrical

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10152205

SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No.

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T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.

Software & Calibration

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10145776

Update on Technician Certification Requirements.

Engine

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10132812

Tech Tip: ...

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Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and/or P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit) due to inconsistent rotational speed of the engine's crankshaft.