Toyota Venza: Do-it-yourself maintenance

Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system.  - If the malfunc ...

Do-it-yourself service precautions

If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure given in these sections. CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, ...

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Installation
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (a) Align the shaft splines and install the rear drive shaft assembly using a screwdriver and hammer. NOTICE: Set the snap ring with the opening facing downward. ...

Off-road driving
Your vehicle is not designed to be driven off-road. However, in the event that off-road driving cannot be avoided, please observe the following precautions to help avoid the areas prohibited to vehicles. • Drive your vehicle only in areas where off-road ...

Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer. Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. Vehicles ...