2007 Toyota RAV4 Technical Service Bulletins

308 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2007 Toyota RAV4. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10111329Jan 29, 2015Engine cooling. TSB: Some 2006 - 2011 model year vehicles equipped with the 2AZ-FE engine may exhibit engine oil consumption. The piston assembly has been changed to minimize oil consumption. Use the following Repair Procedure to address this condition.
• 10111239Jan 29, 2015Engine cooling. TSB: Some 2006 - 2011 model year vehicles equipped with the 2AZ-FE engine may exhibit engine oil consumption. The piston assembly has been changed to minimize oil consumption. Use the following Repair Procedure to address this condition.
• 10134128Jan 15, 2015Electrical system, Engine. TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW).
• 10096036Jan 15, 2015Electrical system, Engine. "tsb: flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field-fix procedures described in individual service bulletins. This bulletin details the techstream ecu flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the technical information system (tis) and the calibration update wizard (cuw).
• 10134210Dec 17, 2014Equipment, Engine cooling. Electronic Communication: Toyota recently released T-SB-0158-14 and S-SB-0031-14 to provide an inspection procedure and signoff sheet for excessive engine oil consumption testing on 2AZ engine models. This TSB references a Tamper Evident/Inspection Label that Toyota recommends for use during this procedure. Currently, the supplier noted in the TSB is unable to support dealer orders for this product.
• 10132638Dec 17, 2014Equipment. Electronic Communication: Toyota recently released T-SB-0158-14 and S-SB-0031-14 to provide an inspection procedure and signoff sheet for excessive engine oil consumption testing on 2AZ engine models. This TSB references a Tamper Evident/Inspection Label that Toyota recommends for use during this procedure. Currently, the supplier noted in the TSB is unable to support dealer orders for this product.
• 10134206Dec 16, 2014Engine. Region Letter: As part of our continual efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Lexus is preparing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend warranty coverage to address customer compaints of Excessive Engine Oil Consumption on certain 2007-2009 Camry, Certain 2007-2011 Camry Hybrid, Certain 2007-2008 Camry Solara, Certain 2009-2010, Certain 2009 Corolla Matrix, Certain 2006-2008 RAV4, Certain 2007-2009…
• 10132634Dec 16, 2014Engine. Region Letter: As part of our continual efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Lexus is preparing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend warranty coverage to address customer compaints of Excessive Engine Oil Consumption on certain 2007-2009 Camry, Certain 2007-2011 Camry Hybrid, Certain 2007-2008 Camry Solara, Certain 2009-2010, Certain 2009 Corolla Matrix, Certain 2006-2008 RAV4, Certain 2007-2009…
• 10134209Dec 15, 2014Engine cooling. Dealer Letter: As part of our continual efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Lexus is preparing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend warranty coverage to address customer compaints of Excessive Engine Oil Consumption on certain 2007-2009 Camry, Certain 2007-2011 Camry Hybrid, Certain 2007-2008 Camry Solara, Certain 2009-2010, Certain 2009 Corolla Matrix, Certain 2006-2008 RAV4, Certain 2007-2009…
• 10132637Dec 15, 2014Engine. Dealer Letter: As part of our continual efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Lexus is preparing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend warranty coverage to address customer compaints of Excessive Engine Oil Consumption on certain 2007-2009 Camry, Certain 2007-2011 Camry Hybrid, Certain 2007-2008 Camry Solara, Certain 2009-2010, Certain 2009 Corolla Matrix, Certain 2006-2008 RAV4, Certain 2007-2009…
• 10134187Dec 12, 2014Engine cooling, Equipment. TSB: Some 2006-2011 model year vehicles equipped with 2AZ-FE or 2AZ-FXE engines may exhibit engine oil consumption. The piston assembly has been changed to minimize oil consumption. Use the Inspection Procedure in this bulletin to confirm this condition.
• 10132335Dec 12, 2014Engine cooling. TSB: Some 2006-2011 model year vehicles equipped with 2AZ-FE or 2AZ-FXE engines may exhibit engine oil consumption. The piston assembly has been changed to minimize oil consumption. Use the Inspection Procedure in this bulletin to confirm this condition.
• 10109397Nov 24, 2014Equipment, Body and structure, Electrical system, Suspension. Region Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners…
• 10109394Nov 24, 2014Body and structure, Suspension, Equipment, Electrical system. Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
• 10109408Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 -2014 model year remanufactured automatic transmissions.
• 10109404Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. 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 washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly.
• 10109403Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Here are some important tips when working with ATF-WS in Toyota vehicles requiring it's use.
• 10109401Oct 8, 2014Wheels, Suspension. TSB: The only acceptable towing method for vehicles equipped with an Active Torque Control 4WD system is to have all four wheels off the ground. Flat towing or towing where only the front or rear wheels are supported may damage the all-wheel drive system.
• 10109493Sep 30, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year automatic transmissions.
• 10109492Sep 30, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. 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 installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
• 10109517Sep 4, 2014Suspension. Dealer Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
• 10109513Sep 4, 2014Suspension. Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
• 10109600Aug 7, 2014Engine cooling. Dealer Letter: On certain vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FE (V6) engine, the rubber portion of the oil supply hose for the VVT-i actuator may degrade over time. This condition may cause oil to leak from the VVT-i oil hose producing abnormal engine noise and the oil pressure light to illuminate. The following vital information is provided to inform you and your staff of the owner notification timing and your degree of…
• 10109594Aug 7, 2014Engine cooling. Region Letter: On certain vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FE (V6) engine, the rubber portion of the oil supply hose for the VVT-i actuator may degrade over time. This condition may cause oil to leak from the VVT-i oil hose producing abnormal engine noise and the oil pressure light to illuminate.
• 10056822Aug 7, 2014Engine. Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. On certain vehicles the rubber oil supply hose, for vvt-I actuator, is degrading over time and causing a leakage of oil, from oil hose, producing an illumination of oil pressure light and an abnormal engine noise. Model 2005-09 avalon, 2008 highlander, 2006-09 rav4, 2007-10 camry, 2007-10 sienna.
• 10132715Jul 25, 2014Equipment. 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.
• 10132752Jul 18, 2014Equipment. Dealer Letter: Toyota will be sending Limited Service Campaign Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had Smart Stop Technology installed on their vehicle under LSC BST. Initial notification informing customers of the availability of Smart Stop Technology on certain models was handled by the court appointed administrator Gilardi and Company at the onset of the Class Action Settlement for Economic Loss.
• 10132747Jul 18, 2014Equipment. Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Limited Service Campaign Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had Smart Stop Technology installed on their vehicle under LSC BST. Initial notification informing customers of the availability of Smart Stop Technology on certain models was handled by the court appointed administrator Gilardi and Company at the onset of the Class Action Settlement for Economic Loss.
• 10056517Jul 18, 2014Equipment. Toyota: on some vehicles, information being sent out regarding installation of smart stop technology. Model years 2003-2010 corolla, corolla matrix, land cruiser, highlander rav4, 4runner, tundra.
• 10132721Jul 7, 2014Other or unknown. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 7, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
• 10132708Jul 7, 2014Equipment. 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.
• 10132770Jun 30, 2014Suspension. TSB: Safety Recall CSJ (?2006 ? 2011 RAV4; Rear Lower Suspension Arm No. 1?) involves inspection of the Rear Suspension Arm No. 1 for the presence of rust, replacement of the suspension arm if necessary, and application of an epoxy material to disable the adjustment function of the suspension arm. Therefore, any vehicle which has had Safety Recall CSJ completed will no longer have a rear wheel toe adjustment.
• 10060729Jun 30, 2014Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132762Jun 12, 2014Electrical system. TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW).
• 10132812May 1, 2014Engine, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Tech Tip: 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.
• 10131826Apr 28, 2014Engine cooling. Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX® Tip) is now available to help minimize future occurrences of this environmental condition. For some models, a new drain hose is required to properly fit the ARINIX® Tip. Follow the procedures in this bulletin for proper…
• 10133779Mar 31, 2014Equipment. On July 24, 2013, the settlement of claims for Economic Loss arising from allegations of unintended acceleration was approved. As part of the settlement Toyota will be launching the third phase of a Limited Service Campaign to install Smart Stop technology on March 31, 2014., for the following models:
• 10133773Mar 31, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. As part of the settlement described above, Toyota will install Smart Stop Technology on the above listed model and model year vehicles. This feature will cut engine power in case of simultaneous application of both the accelerator and brake pedal at certain speeds and in certain driving conditions.
• 10133722Mar 31, 2014Vehicle speed control. On July 24, 2013, the settlement of claims for Economic Loss arising from allegations of unintended acceleration was approved. As part of the settlement Toyota will be launching the third phase of a Limited Service Campaign to install Smart Stop technology on March 31, 2014., for the following models:
• 10133716Mar 31, 2014Brakes, Vehicle speed control. As part of the settlement described above, Toyota will install Smart Stop Technology on the above listed model and model year vehicles. This feature will cut engine power in case of simultaneous application of both the accelerator and brake pedal at certain speeds and in certain driving conditions.
• 10131928Feb 5, 2014Equipment, Brakes. 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 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…
• 10131951Jan 23, 2014Tires. Toyota vehicles are equipped with either conventional or run-flat tires. Sometimes punctures may occur as a result of contact with road debris or other hazards. If a puncture occurs, it may be possible to repair the tire and return it to service. With a conventional tire it is not possible to drive for an extended amount of time with the tire at low pressures as damage to the tire may occur.
• 10131961Jan 14, 2014Air bags. 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 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.
• 10131992Dec 20, 2013Electronic stability control, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Some 2006 ? 2012 model year RAV4 vehicles may exhibit a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Upon inspection, one or both of the rear stabilizer links may be damaged. Follow the repair in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10054813Dec 20, 2013Suspension. Toyota: there is a clunking noise heard coming from rear of vehicle and one or both rear stabilizer links are damaged. Model 2006-2012 rav4.
• 10131993Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
• 10131988Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
• 10132017Dec 11, 2013Vehicle speed control. On July 24, 2013 the settlement of claims for Economic Loss arising from allegations of unintended acceleration was approved. As part of the settlement Toyota will be launching the second phase of a Limited Service Campaign to install Smart Stop Technology on December 11, 2013 for the following models
• 10132015Dec 11, 2013Vehicle speed control. On July 24, 2013 the settlement of claims for Economic Loss arising from allegations of unintended acceleration was approved. As part of the settlement Toyota will be launching the second phase of a Limited Service Campaign to install Smart Stop Technology on December 11, 2013 for the following models:
• 10132055Nov 4, 2013Seats, Air bags, Equipment. 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 recommended by Toyota may affect side airbag performance, in general or in part, during an accident. Modifications that negatively affect side airbag performance can result in…

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