Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Inspection
- Inspect knock sensor
- Measure the resistance of the sensor.
Standard resistance 
If the result is not as specified, replace the knock sensor.
Removal
Discharge fuel system pressure (see page
fu-9)
Drain coolant (see page co-6)
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
c ...
Installation
Install knock sensor
Install the sensor with the nut.
Torque: 20 n*m (205 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*Lbf)
Notice:
Make sure that the knock sensor is in the
correct position.
Connect the sen ...
Other materials:
Check for intermittent problems
Check for intermittent problems
Hint:
A momentary interruption (open circuit) in the connectors
and/or wire harness between the sensors and ecus can
be detected by using the ecu data list function of an
intelligent tester.
Turn the ignition switch off and connect the
intelligent test ...
Shift position purpose
*1: Shifting the shift lever to d allows the system to select a gear suitable
for
the driving conditions.
Setting the shift lever to d is recommended for normal driving.
*2: Selecting shift ranges using s mode restricts the upper limit of the
possible
gear ranges, controls engine bra ...
Removal
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to
prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
Remove no. 1 Engine cover (see page es-410)
Remove camshaft timing oil cont ...
