Electrical System Related Problems of the 2004 Toyota RAV4

Table 1 shows five common electrical system related problems of the 2004 Toyota RAV4. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the software (one problem).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Toyota RAV4


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2004 Toyota RAV4

The Electrical System problem

10 days ago transmission on 2004 rav started to act funny. Slow/jerky to engage in lower gears. Check engine lights came on. Checked out by mechanic who said it looked like a transmission problem and should have it looked at by transmission specialist who said it was not safe to drive as is since   Read details...

The Software problem

Vehicle has a flat spot, or throttle response lag, especially noticeable when cold, and starting off in 1st gear. Suspect the ecu may need updating, with the throttle by wire system.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

When my car ignition key is in the "accessory" position the fm channels of my radio are clear. When I put the key in the "on" position the fm channels cannot be heard over the static.   Read details...


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