2012 Toyota Rav4 (ACA38R) — Repair Solution

2.4L 2AZ-FE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · Loss Of Power · Engine

Toyota Rav4 (ACA38R) Loss Of Power Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Toyota
Model: Rav4 (ACA38R)
Year: 2012
Engine: 2.4L 2AZ-FE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 165,864
Area: Engine
Category: Loss Of Power

Customer Complaint

The customer reports that the vehicle has no throttle response and intermittently shudders. The issue occurred after the vehicle’s battery went flat and was jump-started.

Problem Summary

The vehicle exhibited no throttle operation and poor drivability after a flat battery event. Fault codes indicated a throttle actuator fault, and the throttle body was unresponsive to scan tool actuator commands.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeTOYAC12128
Vehicle2012 Toyota Rav4 (ACA38R)
Engine2.4L 2AZ-FE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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