Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Motor rotation angle sensor malfunction
Description
The motor rotation angle sensor detects the motor rotation angle and sends this information to the power steering ecu.
Wiring diagram
Inspection procedure
- Check connector connection condition
- Check the installation condition of the motor rotation angle sensor connector.
Ok: motor rotation angle sensor connector is securely connected to the power steering ecu.
Result 
- reconfirm dtc
- Reinstall motor rotation angle sensor connector.
- Check for dtc.
Ok: dtc is not output.
Result 
- Read value of intelligent tester (motor rotation angle sensor)
- Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on and press the intelligent tester main switch on.
- Select the items "motor rotate" in the data list
and read the value displayed on the intelligent tester.
Ok: during steering operation, motor rotation angle value changes from 0 to 360м/b>
Replace power steering ecu
Motor terminal voltage malfunction
Description
The power steering ecu supplies the current to the power steering motor
through the motor circuit.
Wiring diagram
Inspection procedure
Read value of intelligent tester ( ...
Ecu malfunction
Description
Inspection procedure
If the power steering ecu detects these dtcs, it will shut off the motor
relay circuit (built into the power
steering ecu) and stop power assist. However, pow ...
Other materials:
Automatic transaxle fluid
On-vehicle inspection
Check transaxle fluid level
Hint:
Drive the vehicle so that the engine and transaxle are at
normal operating temperature.
Fluid temperature:
70 to 80°c (158 to 176°f)
Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the
parking brake.
With the engine idling and ...
Downhill assist control system
The downhill assist control
system helps to prevent
excessive speed on steep
downhill slopes.
The system will operate
when the vehicle is traveling
under 15 mph (25 km/h) with
the accelerator and brake
pedals released.
WARNING
■When using downhill assist
control system
Do not rely overmuch on the ...
Power outlets
The power outlet can be used for 12 v accessories that run on
less than 10 a.
Open the lid.
The power outlets can be used when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “acc” or “on” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in ...
