Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Evaporator temperatur sensor
Removal
- Remove air conditioning unit
- Remove the air conditioning radiator (see page ac- 185).
- Remove evaporator temperature sensor (see page ac-193)
Inspection
- Inspect evaporator temperature sensor
- Measure the resistance of the sensor.
Standard resistance 
Notice:
- Even slightly touching the sensor may change the resistance value. Be sure to hold the connector of the sensor.
- When measuring, the sensor temperature must be almost the same as the ambient temperature.
Hint:
As the temperature increases, the resistance decreases (see the graph).
If the result is not as specified, replace the sensor.
Installation
- Install evaporator temperature sensor (see page ac-193)
- Install air conditioning unit
- Install the air conditioning unit (see page ac-197).
Room temperature sensor (for automatic ai conditioning system)
Components
Removal
Remove lower instrument panel
Remove the lower instrument panel (see page ip-
16).
Remove room temperature sensor
Disconnect the duct.
Disconnect ...
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 ai ...
Other materials:
Ventilation valve
Components
Removal
Remove no. 1 Engine cover (see page em-22)
Remove ventilation valve sub-assembly
Disconnect the ventilation hose from the ventilation
valve.
Using a 22 mm deep socket wrench, remove the
ventilation valve.
Inspection
Inspect ventilation val ...
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to be towed
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towed by your toyota dealer or commercial towing service,
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Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition:
Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
cha ...
