Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Motor rotation angle sensor malfunction
Description
The motor rotation angle sensor detects the motor rotation angle and sends this information to the power steering ecu.
Wiring diagram
Inspection procedure
- Check connector connection condition
- Check the installation condition of the motor rotation angle sensor connector.
Ok: motor rotation angle sensor connector is securely connected to the power steering ecu.
Result 
- reconfirm dtc
- Reinstall motor rotation angle sensor connector.
- Check for dtc.
Ok: dtc is not output.
Result 
- Read value of intelligent tester (motor rotation angle sensor)
- Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on and press the intelligent tester main switch on.
- Select the items "motor rotate" in the data list
and read the value displayed on the intelligent tester.
Ok: during steering operation, motor rotation angle value changes from 0 to 360м/b>
Replace power steering ecu
Motor terminal voltage malfunction
Description
The power steering ecu supplies the current to the power steering motor
through the motor circuit.
Wiring diagram
Inspection procedure
Read value of intelligent tester ( ...
Ecu malfunction
Description
Inspection procedure
If the power steering ecu detects these dtcs, it will shut off the motor
relay circuit (built into the power
steering ecu) and stop power assist. However, pow ...
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Basic repair hint
Hints on operations
1
Attire
Always wear a clean uniform.
A hat and safety shoes must be worn.
2
Vehicle protection
Prepare a grille cover, fender cover, seat cover and floor mat
before starting the
operation.
3
Safe opera ...
Manual shifting test
Manual shifting test
Hint:
Through this test, it can be determined whether the
trouble occurs in the electrical circuit or if it is a
mechanical problem in the transaxle.
If any abnormalities are found in the following test, the
problem is in the transaxle itself.
Disconnect ...
Dtc check / clear
Notice:
When the diagnosis system is changed from normal
mode to check mode or vice versa, all dtcs and freeze
frame data recorded in normal mode are erased. Before
changing modes, always check and make a note of any
dtcs and freeze frame data.
Hint:
Dtcs which are stored in the ecm can be ...
