Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Torque sensor
Description
The torque sensor converts the rotation torque input from the steering wheel into electric signals and sends them to the power steering ecu.
Wiring diagram
Inspection procedure
- Check connector connection condition (torque sensor - ecu)
- Check the installation condition of the torque sensor connector.
Ok: torque sensor connector is securely installed to the power steering ecu.
Result 
- Reconfirm dtc
- Reinstall the torque sensor connector.
- Check for dtcs.
Ok:
dtc is not output. 
- Inspect torque sensor
- Turn the ignition switch on.
- Measure the voltage of the ecu.
Standard voltage
Proceed to next circuit inspection shown in problem symptoms table
Diagnostic trouble code chart
Hint:
If any dtcs are displayed during the dtc check, inspect the
circuit listed for these dtcs. For details of each dtc, refer to
the page indicated in the dtc chart.
Hint:
: Warning
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Short in motor circuit
Description
The power steering ecu supplies current to the power steering motor through
this circuit.
Inspection procedure
Reconfirm dtc
Check for dtc.
Ok:
dtc is not output.
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Other materials:
Removal
Drain engine coolant (see page co-6)
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 air cleaner cap (see page es-41 ...
Cooling fan motor
On-vehicle inspection
Inspect no. 1 Cooling fan motor
Disconnect the no. 1 Fan connector.
Connect the battery and ammeter to the no. 1 Fan
motor connector.
Check that the no. 1 Fan rotates smoothly, and then
check the reading on the ammeter.
Standard amperage ...
Intuitive parking assist
The distance from your
vehicle to objects, such as a
wall, when parallel parking
or maneuvering into a
garage is measured by the
sensors and communicated
via the multi-information
display or Multimedia Display
and a buzzer. Always
check the surrounding area
when using this system.
System components
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