Toyota Rav4 P0307: Misfire Detected → (Cylinder 7)

P0307 is a fairly common trouble code with the Toyota Rav4. It’s and OBD2 code and means that a misfire has been detected in the 7th cylinder in the firing order.  You should only be seeing this code if you have an engine with at least 7 cylinders.  So, it’s mostly a code for V8 … Read more

Toyota Rav4 P0123: TPS “A” Circuit → High Input

  P0123 is a relatively common OBD-II code.  It’s generic, which means it has the same meaning for the Toyota Rav4 as it would any other vehicle. It’s an OBDII code that references issues with the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). It is relatively serious problem since it can leave your vehicle stranded or severely limited. The … Read more

Toyota Rav4 P0332: Knock Sensor 2 → Low input (Bank 2)

P0332 is a powertrain related OBD-II trouble code. It has the same meaning for the Toyota Rav4 as it would any other vehicle. By definition, P0332 means that the vehicles ECM/PCM is getting a signal that is lower than the defined operational range from the knock sensor (Sensor 2 | Bank 2). Clearing this code … Read more

Toyota Rav4 P0327: Knock Sensor → Low input

  P0327 is a powertrain related OBD-II trouble code. It has the same meaning for the Toyota Rav4 as it would any other vehicle. By definition, P0327 means that the vehicles ECM/PCM is getting a signal that is lower than the defined operational range. Clearing this code typically requires a new knock sensor or correcting … Read more

Toyota Rav4: Door Ajar Warning Stays On

  Your Toyota Rav4’s door ajar message can help you get a door all the way closed when you otherwise wouldn’t notice when it was open.  Over the life of the vehicle, it is possible for the door ajar warning to stay on even when the doors are, in fact, not ajar.   The door … Read more

Toyota Rav4 Transmission Overheating: Causes and Diagnosis

Transmissions are an integral part of any vehicle, and overheating can lead to costly repairs or even permanent damage. Toyota Rav4 owners should be aware of the common symptoms and causes of transmission overheating to prevent potential issues and ensure their trucks remain strong and reliable. In this article, we will discuss the common causes … Read more

Toyota Rav4: SRS On Diagnosis

  When you start your Toyota Rav4, the OBD-II system runs a self diagnostic check on all major systems.  If any of these checks fail, you will see a diagnostic warning light on the dash for the corresponding system.  When the SRS system fails this check, you’ll see the SRS light.  SRS stands for supplemental … Read more

Toyota Rav4 Radiator Leak: Symptoms, Causes, Fix

Radiator leaks in a Toyota Rav4 can occur for various reasons and can lead to costly engine damage if not dealt with quickly. A leaking radiator can cause your Rav4 to overheat, potentially leading to severe long-term damage, such as a blown head gasket or a cracked head. Identifying the symptoms of a radiator leak … Read more