[4VAR]

I am looking for a factory service manual for 1997 RAV4. Retail price is too high - US$160. I saw a 1996 manual had been sold in eBay for US$50. 1996 and 1997 models seem a little different, according to visible specifications at: CLICK HERE FOR LINK

I wonder whether there is any major difference in electrical diagrams, emission and engine control system. If difference can be ignored, I may purchase 1996 factory manaul, I can't get 1997 book.

 

[RAVMAN]

From our history section -

The 1997 RAV4 saw only minor changes to an already revolutionary product. Changes were limited to revised seat fabric in 2-door models, the availability of a power moonroof in 4-door models, a standard digital clock and larger front speakers on power-window equipped models.

The 1996 manual will work fine for your 1997 model.