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Engine Control - New ECM Improves Smoothness Downhill

ENGINE

EG008-97

November 21, 1997

Title:
3S-FE ECM TAU FUEL CUT LOGIC CHANGED

Models:
'96 & '97 RAV4

Introduction

To improve engine operating smoothness when driving on downhill grades, the engine ECM program logic has been changed.

Affected Vehicles





^ 1996 and 1997 model year RAV4 with manual transmission manufactured before VINs listed in Production Change Information table.

Production Change Information




Parts Information

^ New parts may be used on previous vehicles. Old parts cannot be used on newer vehicles.





Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty:

This repair is covered under the Toyota Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.