Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Removal
Caution:
Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the srs airbag system before servicing it (see page rs-1).
- 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 steering pad assembly
- Straighten the front wheels.
- Using a t30 "torx" driver, loosen the 2 screws until the groove along each screw circumference catches on the screw case.
- Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel and support the steering pad with one hand as shown in the illustration.
Notice:
When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
- Using a screwdriver, disconnect the 2 airbag connectors.
Caution:
When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.
- Disconnect the horn connector and remove the steering pad.
On-vehicle inspection
Check steering pad assembly (vehicle not involved in collision and
airbag not deployed)
Perform a diagnostic system check (see page rs-
49).
With the steering pad (with airbag) ins ...
Installation
Caution:
Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the
srs airbag system before servicing it (see page rs-1).
Install steering pad assembly
Support the steering pad with one ...
Other materials:
General maintenance (2006/01- )
Inspect steering linkage and gear housing
Check the steering wheel free play.
Check the steering linkage for looseness or
damage.
Check that the tie rod ends do not have
excessive play.
Check that the dust seals and boots are not
damaged.
Check that the boot clamps are not ...
How to proceed with troubleshooting
Hint:
Use these procedures to troubleshoot the supplemental
restraint system.
*: Use the intelligent tester.
Vehicle brought to workshop
Inspect battery voltage*
Standard voltage:
11 to 14 v
If the voltage is below 11 v, recharge or replace the battery
before proceeding.
...
Disassembly
Caution:
Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the seat frame
(with adjuster) may injure your hands.
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
Remove vertical adjuster cover lh (for driver side)
Using a screw ...
