Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 1997 RAV4 are official communications between Toyota & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    BRAKES (PWS)

    • TSB #T-TT-0636-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAR 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10190453

      TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions. Read More »

    • TSB #T-TT-0636-20

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187241

      TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

    • TSB #TTT063620

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214323

      TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions Read More »

    • TSB #T-TT-0636-20

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186195

      TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions. Read More »

    • TSB #T-TT-0132-11

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131928

      A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs. Read More »

    PARKING BRAKE

    • TSB #T-SB-0141-13

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131984

      A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. Read More »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #T-TT-0010-10 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132812

      Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft ... Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #T-SB-0134-14

      Date Announced:
      SEP 30, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109492

      TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Read More »

    • TSB #T-SB-0071-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132084

      The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Read More »

    • TSB #00101

      Date Announced:
      MAR 23, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001371

      TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT IN 5TH GEAR. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #T-SB-0014-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109404

      TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Read More »

    • TSB #T-SB-0134-14

      Date Announced:
      SEP 30, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109492

      TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Read More »

    • TSB #03001

      Date Announced:
      JAN 06, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001042

      SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION GEAR WASHERS. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

    • TSB #T-SB-0014-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109404

      TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

    • TSB #TC99016

      Date Announced:
      JUL 06, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #608119

      SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION GEAR WASHERS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN A54OH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #TC00008

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618313

      SUBJECT REGARDING SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SSC X05) - REPLACED TRANSAXLE RETURN PROCEDURE (4WD AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE PINION GEAR WASHER REPLACEMENT). *JB Read More »

    • TSB #TC00001

      Date Announced:
      JAN 06, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #610086

      SUBJECT REGARDING FINAL OWNER NOTICES FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN X05 - AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE INION GEAR WASHER. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #DL00198

      Date Announced:
      MAR 06, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600684

      REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT. *YC Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #TSB018217

      Date Announced:
      JAN 06, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10152205

      TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. Read More »

    VISIBILITY

    • TSB #T-SB-0185-13

      Date Announced:
      DEC 19, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131988

      The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance. Read More »

    VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #TSB003220

      Date Announced:
      AUG 17, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244113

      TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the ... Read More »

    • TSB #Toyota Safety Re

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10190460

      Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements Read More »

    • TSB #T-TT-0213-13

      Date Announced:
      JAN 14, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131961

      Toyota vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. Read More »

    • TSB #T-TT-0213-13

      Date Announced:
      JAN 03, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133915

      Toyota vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. Read More »

    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

    • TSB #BO01901

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #622728

      INFORMATION REGARDING SHOULDER BELT ANCHOR TAPE SET. *JB Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #AC003099

      Date Announced:
      JUL 30, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #608125

      INFORMATION ON THE IMPROVED COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBY. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #AX00197A

      Date Announced:
      FEB 19, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #52150

      LARGE FENDER FLARE MUDGUARD INSTALLATION. *JD Read More »

    • TSB #AX00197

      Date Announced:
      FEB 14, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #52119

      '97 RAV4 LARGE FENDER FLARE MUDGUARD INSTALLATION. *JD Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

    • TSB #T-SB-0304-17

      Date Announced:
      OCT 27, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10123420

      TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria ... Read More »

    • TSB #BO00198

      Date Announced:
      JAN 02, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600201

      PROCEDURE THAT IMPROVES DOOR LOCK OPERATION. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #BO00102

      Date Announced:
      JAN 02, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600865

      PROCEDURES TO IMPROVE DOOR LOCK OPERATION "FEEL". *YC Read More »

    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

    • TSB #010698

      Date Announced:
      JAN 06, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600195

      A FIELD FIX PROCEDURE THAT IMPROVES THE FEEL OF THE FRONT DOOR LOCK KNOB OPEATION. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #BO01497A

      Date Announced:
      APR 29, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #52146

      DOOR HANDLE OPERATION. *JD Read More »

    • TSB #BO01497

      Date Announced:
      APR 18, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #52116

      RAV4 FRONT DOOR HANDLE OPERATION. *JD Read More »

    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

    • TSB #TSB003220

      Date Announced:
      AUG 17, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244113

      TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the ... Read More »

    • TSB #EL01200

      Date Announced:
      OCT 20, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618314

      SUBJECT REGARDING IMPROVED CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH. *JB Read More »

    TIRES

    • TSB #Toyota PRO19-02

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207946

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. Read More »

    WHEELS

    • TSB #Toyota PRO19-02

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207946

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. Read More »

    TRAILER HITCHES

    • TSB #97062000697

      Date Announced:
      JUN 20, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53041

      CLARIFYING THE INSTALLATION INSTURCTIONS FOR THE REAR STEP RECEIVER HITCH. *YC Read More »

    BACK OVER PREVENTION

    • TSB #TTT063620

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214323

      TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions Read More »

    • TSB #T-TT-0636-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAR 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10190453

      TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions. Read More »

    • TSB #T-TT-0636-20

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187241

      TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions. Read More »

    • TSB #T-TT-0010-10 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132812

      Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #TSB003220

      Date Announced:
      AUG 17, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244113

      TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the ... Read More »

    • TSB #T-SB-0032-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      FEB 03, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10188913

      TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the ... Read More »

    • TSB #T-SB-0304-17 Obs

      Date Announced:
      APR 07, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174891

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates Read More »

    • TSB #T-SB-0032-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174890

      TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. Read More »

    • TSB #PG004-97-Obsolet

      Date Announced:
      AUG 31, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145748

      Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17. Read More »

    • TSB #PG006-01-Obsolet

      Date Announced:
      AUG 31, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145749

      Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17. Read More »

    • TSB #T-SB-0304-17_Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 31, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143953

      TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Read More »

    • TSB #T-SB-0304-17_Rev

      Date Announced:
      JAN 11, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131713

      TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. Read More »

    • TSB #Safety Recall an

      Date Announced:
      JUL 21, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145776

      Update on Technician Certification Requirements. Read More »

    • TSB #T-TT-0132-11

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131928

      A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs. Read More »

    • TSB #T-SB-0141-13

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131984

      A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. Read More »

    • TSB #T-SB-0054-13

      Date Announced:
      APR 23, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132287

      California (CA), Federal (FED), and 50 State Certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s Parts Department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES

    • TSB #AX00499

      Date Announced:
      MAR 19, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #604667

      SUBJECT REGARDING TOYOTA DINGHY TOWING GUIDE. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    • TSB #PG004-97-Obsolet

      Date Announced:
      AUG 31, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145748

      Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17. Read More »

    • TSB #PG006-01-Obsolet

      Date Announced:
      AUG 31, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145749

      Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17. Read More »

    • TSB #T-PG006-00 Obsol

      Date Announced:
      APR 23, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132295

      This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0054-13. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #04013

      Date Announced:
      JUL 21, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10010473

      OWNER RENOTIFICATION OF NON-COMPLETED SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGNS AND LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGNS. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #SS00601

      Date Announced:
      AUG 24, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #622975

      SUBJECT REGARDING BRANICK SPRING ADAPTER. *ET Read More »