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.
...
Other materials:
Evaporator temperature sensor circuit
Description
The no. 1 Cooler thermistor (evaporator temperature sensor) is installed on
the evaporator in the air
conditioning unit to detect the temperature of the cooled air that has passed
through the evaporator and to
control the air conditioner. It sends signals to the air conditioni ...
Removal
(2006/01- )
Remove front wheel
Drain automatic transaxle fluid
Drain the automatic transaxle fluid for u140f (see
page ax-147).
Drain the automatic transaxle fluid for u241e (see
page ax-146).
Drain the automatic transaxle fluid for u151e (see
page ax-172).
Remove front axle hub nut ( ...
Installation
Caution:
Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the
srs airbag system before servicing it (see page rs-1).
Install front passenger airbag assembly
Attach the rear side hook of the front passenger
airbag to the rear side airbag door.
Bend the front side hook so that it a ...
