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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General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION A large number of ECU controlled systems are used in this vehicle. In general, ECU controlled systems are considered to be very intricate, requiring a high level of technical knowledge to troubleshoot. However, most problem ...

Installation
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL REAR SEAT INNER BELT ASSEMBLY RH (a) Install the rear seat inner belt assembly RH with the bolt. Torque: 42 N·m {428 kgf·cm, 31 ft·lbf} 2. INSTALL REAR SE ...

Check For Intermittent Problems
CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS HINT: Inspect the ECM using check mode. Intermittent problems are easier to detect with the Techstream when the ECM is in check mode. In check mode, the ECM uses 1 trip detection logic, which is more sensitive to malfuncti ...