Engine & fuel system
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Abnormal noise when accelerator pedal released
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of accelerator pedal assembly.
Repair
- Fit modified accelerator pedal assembly.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Accelerator pedal assembly | 78110-33141 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Body & trim
4 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Warning message 'Pre-Collision System Unavailable' displayed in instrument panel
Front view camera control module software fault. Fix: re-program with updated software.
Overview
- Affects
- All models with front view camera.
- Remedy
- Software update
Symptoms
Trouble code stored in front view camera control module fault memory: C1A94.
Repair steps
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Re-program front view camera control module with upgraded software.
- Erase any stored trouble codes. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
No display of TPMS sensor information in instrument panel
Overview
- Affects
- All models with tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), →04/25.
- Remedy
- Software update
Cause
Instrument panel software fault.
Repair
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Re-program instrument panel with upgraded software. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Tailgate will not open in very cold conditions
Symptoms
Possible trouble codes stored: B2250, B2251.
Cause
Tailgate lock mechanism frozen due to water ingress.
Repair
- Fit modified tailgate lock mechanism.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Tailgate lock mechanism | 69350-42111 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.
Unable to lock vehicle via keyless entry system using front exterior door handles
Cause
Water ingress into front exterior door handles causing short circuit.
Repair
- Fit modified door handles.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 7.
Wipers & visibility
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Driver's side windscreen wiper blade not clearing windscreen efficiently
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of driver's side windscreen wiper arm.
Repair
- Fit modified driver's side windscreen wiper arm and blade.
Parts4 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Windscreen wiper arm (LHD) | 85221-42221 | 1 |
| Windscreen wiper arm (RHD) | 85211-42221 | 1 |
| Windscreen wiper blade (LHD) | 85222-42200 | 1 |
| Windscreen wiper blade (RHD) | 85212-42210 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Other
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Central locking not operating when using remote control
Cause
Remote control signal interference.
Repair
- Replace remote control.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- Trouble Codes
- Standardised fault codes stored by the engine control module, read with a diagnostic tool
- TPMS
- Tyre pressure monitoring system — warns if a tyre is under-inflated
- Control Module
- A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
- Fault Memory
- The list of stored trouble codes in a control module
- Instrument Panel
- The dashboard display that shows warning lights and messages
- Re-Program
- Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
- Trouble Code
- A standardised fault code stored by a control module, read with a diagnostic tool
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Toyota RAV4 2.5 AWD-i?
This guide contains seven workshop bulletins for the Toyota RAV4 2.5 AWD-i. Of these, four concern the body and trim and one the engine and fuel system. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Toyota RAV4 2.5 AWD-i have these faults?
No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.
Can I check for Toyota RAV4 2.5 AWD-i faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.