Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Engine coolant temperature sensor

Installation

Install crankshaft position sensor Notice: Make sure that the o-ring is not cracked or jammed when installing it. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the o-ring of the sensor. ...

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 ...

Other materials:

Disassembly
Hint: When removing the ornament plate and emblem, heat the radiator grille, ornament plate and emblem using a heat light. Standard heating temperature Notice: Do not heat the radiator grille, ornament plate and emblem excessively. Remove hood to radiator grille seal Remove th ...

Solar sensor (for automatic air conditioning system)
Components 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 solar sensor Using a screwdriver, p ...

Radiator
Components On-vehicle inspection Check radiator reservoir cap subassembly Measure the valve opening pressure. If there are water stains or foreign matter on oring 1, clean it with water and finger scouring. Check that o-ring 1 is not deformed, cracked or sw ...