Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: On-vehicle inspection
- Check steering pad assembly (vehicle not involved in collision and airbag not deployed)
- Perform a diagnostic system check (see page rs- 49).
- With the steering pad (with airbag) installed on the
vehicle, perform a visual check:
check for cuts, cracks or discoloration on the
steering pad outer surface and in the grooved
portion.
If any of the defects mentioned above are present, replace the steering pad with a new one.
Caution:
For removal and installation of the steering pad, be sure to follow the correct procedure.
- Check steering pad assembly (vehicle involved in collision and airbag not deployed)
- Perform a diagnostic system check (see page rs- 49).
- With the steering pad (with airbag) removed from the vehicle, perform a visual check:
- Check for cuts, cracks or discoloration on the steering pad outer surface and in the grooved portion.
- Check for cuts and cracks in the wire harness, and chipping on the connectors.
- Check for deformation on the steering wheel.
- Check for deformation of the steering pad contact plates.
If any of the defects mentioned above are present, replace the steering pad with a new one.
Caution:
For removal and installation of the steering pad, be sure to follow the correct procedure.
Hint:
- If the steering pad contact plates are deformed, never repair them. Always replace the steering pad with a new one.
- There should be no interference between the steering pad and steering wheel, and the clearance should be uniform all the way around when the new steering pad is installed on the steering wheel.
Steering pad
Components
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Removal
Caution:
Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the
srs airbag system before servicing it (see page rs-1).
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at le ...
Other materials:
Differential case
Components
Disassembly
Remove front differential ring gear
Place the matchmarks on the ring gear and
differential case.
Remove the 14 bolts.
Using a plastic-faced hammer, tap on the ring gear
to remove it from the case.
Remove front differential case ...
Cooling fan motor
On-vehicle inspection
Inspect no. 1 Cooling fan motor
Disconnect the no. 1 Fan connector.
Connect the battery and ammeter to the no. 1 Fan
motor connector.
Check that the no. 1 Fan rotates smoothly, and then
check the reading on the ammeter.
Standard amperage ...
Correct driving posture
Adjust the angle of the seatback
so that you are sitting
straight up and so that you do
not have to lean forward to
steer.
Adjust the seat so that you can
depress the pedals fully and so
that your arms bend slightly at
the elbow when gripping the
steering wheel.
Lock the head ...
