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. ...

Inspection
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT BRAKE DISC INSIDE DIAMETER (a) Using a brake drum gauge or an equivalent tool, measure the inside diameter of the disc. Standard inside diameter of a new disc: 190 mm (7.48 in.) Maximum inside diamete ...

On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY (a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3. (b) Start the engine and turn the Techstream on. (c) Inspect the oil control valve (for intake camshaft). (1) Enter the followin ...