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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Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART If a trouble code is displayed during the DTC check, inspect the trouble areas listed for that code. For details of the code, refer to the ''See page'' below. Front Power Seat Control System (w/ Memory) ...

Torque Sensor Circuit Malfunction (C1511-C1514,C1517)
DESCRIPTION The torque sensor converts the rotation torque input to the steering wheel into an electrical signal and sends it to the power steering ECU. Based on this signal, the ECU detects steering effort. DTC No. DTC Detection Co ...

Replacement
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM (a) Start up the engine. (b) Turn the A/C switch on. (c) Operate the cooler compressor at an engine speed of approximately 1000 rpm for 5 to 6 minutes to circulate the refrigerant. T ...