1998 TOYOTA RAV4 Recalls (4)

Campaign:
98E035000 on 10/19/1998
Component:
Electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Manufactured:
06/23/1998 - 06/25/1998
Affected:
1,960
Defect:
Equipment description: aftermarket theft deterrent systems used on 1998-1998 toyota rav4, avalon, and sienna model vehicles distributed by southeast toyota distributors, inc. in the states of alabama, florida, georgia, north and south carolina. the alarm wiring harness plugs into the vehicle's ignition switch and the vehicle's ignition switch wiring harness plugs into the alarm harness to complete the circuit. a percentage of the female terminals used in the alarm connector were found to be defective, causing an "open circuit" condition when mated to the male ignition switch terminals.
Consequence:
This condition can cause intermittent performance of the vehicle's electrical components such as the dash warning lights and/or hvac fan speed controls. also, the vehicle may not run smoothly and could stall.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the date code label on the security system harness and any displaying the manufacturing/final date code will be replaced with newly produced harnesses. the date codes are: rav4 - 6/24/98, 6/25/98, 6/26/98; sienna - 6/25/98, 6/26/98; and avalon - 6/30/98, 7/1/98, 8/31/98, 9/1/98, 9/2/98, and 9/3/98.
Notes:
Owner notification is being handled by southeast toyota distributors.owner notification began november 3, 1998. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southeast toyota distributor at 1-800-301-6859.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
98V278000 on 11/08/1998
Component:
Electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Manufactured:
06/30/1998 - 10/30/1998
Affected:
1,960
Defect:
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles, mini vans and passenger vehicles equipped with a theft deterrent systems (tds) supplied by audiovox corporation and distributed by southeast toyota distributors, inc. in the states of alabama, florida, georgia, north and south carolina. the alarm wiring harness plugs into the vehicle's ignition switch and the vehicle's ignition switch wiring harness plugs into the alarm harness to complete the circuit. a percentage of the female terminals used in the alarm connector were found to be defective, causing an 'open circuit' condition when mated to the male ignition switch terminals.
Consequence:
This condition can cause intermittent performance of the vehicle's electrical components such as the dash warning lights and/or hvac fan speed controls. also, the vehicle may not run smoothly and could stall.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the date code label on the security system harness and any displaying the manufacturing/final date code will be replaced with newly produced harnesses. the date codes are: rav4 - 6/24/98, 6/25/98, 6/26/98; sienna - 6/25/98, 6/26/98; and avalon - 6/30/98, 7/1/98, 8/31/98, 9/1/98, 9/2/98, and 9/3/98.
Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin during october/november 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southeast toyota distributor at 1-800-301-6859.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
00V212000 on 08/09/2000
Component:
Service brakes, air:disc:rotor
Manufactured:
10/01/1997 - 07/31/2000
Affected:
780
Defect:
Vehicle description: sport utility electric vehicles. the front disc brake rotor, when equipped with steel wheels, can develop stress fractures if the lug nuts are tightened with excessive torque.
Consequence:
The disc rotor could break (where it mounts to the wheel), resulting in a loss of braking action on that wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the disc brake rotors. if the vehicle is equipped with steel wheels, toyota will replace the front disc brake rotors and steel wheels with new disc brake rotors and new aluminum wheels. in addition a caution label that reads, "use new genuine toyota aluminum wheels." will be affixed. vehicles already equipped with aluminum wheels will only require caution label installation.
Notes:
All these vehicles are leased and operated in fleets.owner notification began september 25, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
00V211000 on 08/09/2000
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Manufactured:
10/01/1997 - 05/15/2000
Affected:
756
Defect:
Vehicle description: sport utility electric vehicles. if the subject vehicles are repeatedly parked by placing the shift lever into the "p" position without applying the parking brake, the parking lock rod, a component of the transmission parking lock system, could break.
Consequence:
This condition can render the system inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the parking lock rod.
Notes:
All these vehicles are leased and operated in fleets.owner notification began september 25, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1998 TOYOTA RAV4 TSBs (52)

Bulletin:
DL00198
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Replacement of the front axle hub nut. *yc
Bulletin:
980603
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Charcoal canister assembly supply parts have been changed to simplify parts production and permit interchangeability with some models. *yc
Bulletin:
BO02298
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Information regarding the front door lock knob operation. *yc
Bulletin:
EV00398
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Corrections made to the electrical wiring diagram. *tt
Bulletin:
AX00499
Component:
354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:
Subject regarding toyota dinghy towing guide. *tt
Bulletin:
EV00199
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Addition of diagnostic trouble code c2833/94 to repair manual. *tt
Bulletin:
AC003099
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Information on the improved cowl top ventilator louver sub-assemby. *tt
Bulletin:
EG01099
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Conditions with
Bulletin:
TEST
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Test
Bulletin:
TEST
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Test
Bulletin:
TEST
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Test
Bulletin:
EG01099
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Under certain driving conditions, some california emission specification vehicles may ehibit a malfunction indicator light on with diagnostic trouble code p1133 present. *tt
Bulletin:
EG01099
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience a malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p1133 set. *tt
Bulletin:
EL01200
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Subject regarding improved cruise control switch. *jb
Bulletin:
EL00201
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Information on delayed upshift to overdrive condition with cruise control engaged. *tt
Bulletin:
BO01901
Component:
151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
Summary:
Information regarding shoulder belt anchor tape set. *jb
Bulletin:
EG01201
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on. *yh
Bulletin:
SS00601
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding branick spring adapter. *et
Bulletin:
TC01033
Component:
111100 electrical system:battery:cables
Summary:
Subject regarding main battery cable and clamp replacement. *yd
Bulletin:
00101
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Transmission engagement in 5th gear. *tt
Bulletin:
5226
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Battery control - traction battery. repair manual correction - 00400-rm600-u. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB-0122-11
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Toyota: information provided for replacing the seat covers for vehicles equipped with side airbags. *pe
Bulletin:
TC13-019
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0014-11 Rev
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
Bulletin:
T-SB-0134-14
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid mil "on" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. use the information in this bulletin when insta
Bulletin:
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. follow the procedures in this bulletin to
Bulletin:
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: 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 othe
Bulletin:
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: 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 othe
Bulletin:
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. follow the procedures in this bulletin to
Bulletin:
T-SB-0304-17
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Tsb: 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 lis
Bulletin:
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin nos. 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
Bulletin:
T-TT-0132-11
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs. the following recommendations are intended to provide general
Bulletin:
T-TT-0213-13
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Toyota vehicles are equipped with supplemental restraint systems (srs), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. if a customer expresses any concerns that the
Bulletin:
T-SB-0141-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
A new special service tool (sst 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. this bulletin references the correct method for installing the b
Bulletin:
T-SB-0185-13
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
Bulletin:
TS-BO030-01 Obso
Component:
130000 visibility/wiper (pws)
Summary:
This bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0185-13.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0122-11 Rev
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Beginning in 1998, toyota introduced side airbags as optional equipment. toyota does not recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-toyota leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: seat covers not
Bulletin:
T-SB-0071-11 Rev
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid mil ?on,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. use the information in this bulletin when
Bulletin:
T-SB-0054-13
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
California (ca), federal (fed), and 50 state certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s parts department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. follow the guide
Bulletin:
T-PG006-00 Obsol
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
This bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0054-13.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0218-17_Rev
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice july 20, 2017 rev1: applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year avanza vehicles. some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deplo
Bulletin:
T-SB-0043-14
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
Bulletin:
T-SB-003-01 - OB
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice: july 7, 2014: this bulletin is now obsolete.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0010-10 Rev
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tech tip: low battery voltage can contribute to a mil "on" condition for p0335 (crankshaft position
Bulletin:
T-TT-0213-13
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Toyota vehicles are equipped with srs, including various airbags and in some models, 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 pretensioner devi
Bulletin:
T-TT-0118-11 Rev
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Technicians should confirm the following key points to minimize the potential for future mil "on" concerns after hv battery replacement.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0057-18
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin no. t-sb-0043-14. ? applicability has been updated to include 2017 ? 2018 model year toyota vehicles. service bulletin no. t-sb-0043-14 is obso
Bulletin:
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice july 31, 2018 rev2: ? the supersession notice has been updated. january 11, 2018 rev1: ? the supersession notice has been updated. any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. supersession notice
Bulletin:
PG004-97-Obsolet
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0304-17.
Bulletin:
PG006-01-Obsolet
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0304-17.
Bulletin:
Safety Recall an
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Update on technician certification requirements.

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