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:
Components
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Brake warning light does not come on
Wiring diagram
Refer to the brake warning light circuit (see page bc-145).
Inspection procedure
Check can communication system
Check if the can communication system dtc is output
(see page ca-34).
Result
Perform active test by intelligent tester (brake warning light)
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Unlocking and locking the doors
Front doors
Grip the driver’s door handle to
unlock the door. Grip the passenger’s
door handle to unlock all the
doors.*
Make sure to touch the sensor on
the back of the handle.
The doors cannot be unlocked for
3 seconds after the doors are
locked.
*: The door unlock settings can be ...
