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:
Transponder chip malfunction
Description
This dtc is output when: 1) during key code registration, a key malfunction
occurs; 2) the key code was
unable to be registered properly.
Inspection procedure
Reregister key
Clear the dtc (see page ei-18).
Reregister the key code with the transponder key ecu
(s ...
Reassembly
Install cooler (solar sensor) thermistor
(for automatic air conditioning system)
Install automatic light control sensor
(for automatic light control system)
Install front passenger airbag assembly
(see page rs-351)
Install no. 2 Instrument panel register
assembly
Install no. 1 Ins ...
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:
Starting the engine
Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to d.
Release the parking brake.
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator
pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
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