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NHTSA ID Number: 10133788

Manufacturer Communication Number: T-SB-0043-13

TSB/Document Date: 2018-04-23


Summary

Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for the RAV4 EV are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Techstream Health Check Function and the TeslaeBay logo Powertrain Service Diagnostics program.


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E. Click “Continue” to view Health Check results.

-Health Check does not display live data

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-Changes in vehicle condition wall not update automatically

-To update Health Check. click the “Refresh Health Check” button

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RAV4 EV ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure

Operation Procedure (Continued)

F. Available calibration updates are indicated by a Yes link in the “Update” column.
Click the Yes link to access the appropriate Service Bulletin on TIS.

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* Note any DTCs stored in systems that will be flash reprogrammed.

* Clicking the Yes link will automatically launch TIS and perform a calibration search.

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Operation Procedure (Continued)

3. Perform the RAV4 EV ECU software update using the Tesla Powertrain Service Diagnostics
program.

After reviewing the procedures outlined in the selected Service Bulletin, launch the Tesla
Powertrain Service Diagnostics program.

NOTE

The vehicle may require special preparation — please review the selected Service Bulletin
carefully.

A. Click “Start”.
B. Click “All Programs’.

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RAV4 EV ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure

Operation Procedure (Continued)

NOTICE

Errors during the flash reprogramming process can permanently damage the vehicle ECU.
Minimize the risk by following the steps below.

Battery voltage MUST NOT FALL BELOW 11.4 volts during reprogramming. Confirm
battery voltage is higher than 11.4 volts, but be sure voltage DOES NOT RISE ABOVE
16.0 volts during reprogramming.

Turn OFF all vehicle accessories (e.g. audio system, A/C, interior lights, DRL, etc.). Do
NOT add to or significantly change the vehicle’s electrical load while reprogramming.

Confirm cable connections between the vehicle and Techstream PC are secure.

Do NOT disconnect or turn off Techstream PC or vehicle ignition, and do NOT close TeslaeBay logo
Powertrain Diagnostic program during reprogramming.

Set parking brake.

If the battery’s state of charge or capacity are in question, test with SST. No.
00002-V8150-KIT “Digital Battery Analyzer,” and follow Service Bulletin No. PG001-06,
Battery Maintenance for In-Stock Vehicles & Pre-Delivery”, or the appropriate
“Maintenance for HV & Auxiliary Batteries” Service Bulletin.

The GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station MUST be used in Power Supply Mode to maintain
battery voltage at 13.5 volts while flash reprogramming the vehicle. For details on how to
use the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station, refer to the GR8 Instruction Manual located on
TIS, Diagnostics — Tools & Equipment - Battery Diagnostics.

D. Disconnect the Techstream DLC3 connector,

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RAV4 EV ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure

Operation Procedure (Continued)
E. Connect the RAV4 EV Diagnostic Cable (DLC3 No. 2 is located in the rear cargo area).

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RAV4 EV ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure

Operation Procedure (Continued)

G. Click on the “Firmware Download” tab.
H. Click the “Play” button.

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Operation Procedure (Continued)

J. The ECU Software Update will begin and take approximately 10 — 20 minutes to complete.

NOTE

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RAV4 EV ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure

Operation Procedure (Continued)
L. Disconnect the TeslaeBay logo Powertrain Diagnostic Cable and close the program.
M. Connect the Techstream DLC3 cable to the OBDII connector under the dash.

N. Perform a Health Check to confirm the firmware was installed correctly and to check for DTCs.
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