sensor TOYOTA RAV4 1996 Service Repair Manual

Output Shaft Lock Nut90 (123)
Rear Bearing Retainer Bolt31 (42)
Reverse Idler Shaft Lock Bolt22 (29)
Reverse Shaft Arm Bracket Bolt13 (17)
Selecting Bellcrank Support Set Bolt14 (20)
Selector Shaft Lock Bolt36 (49)
Shift Forks & Head Set Bolts17 (24)
Stiffener Plate-To-Transaxle Bolt27 (37)
Straight Screw Plug18 (25)
Transaxle Case Cover Bolt22 (29)
Transmission Case Cover Bolt22 (29)
Vehicle Speed Sensor Bolt13 (17)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Oil Pump-To-Cover Bolt89 (10)
Oil Tube108 (12)
Reverse Restrict Pin Holder115 (13)

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1. Start engine and warm engine to normal operating temperature. Shut engine off. Remove cover (if
equipped) and connect scan tool to data link connector No. 3. See Fig. 19
-Fig. 25 . Scan tool is used to
read engine RPM.
2. Apply parking brake. Place transmission/transaxle in Neutral. Start engine and maintain engine at 2500
RPM for 90 seconds and then allow engine to idle. Ensure idle speed is within specification. See IDLE
SPEED SPECIFICATIONS table.
3. If idle speed is not within specification, check air intake system, Idle Air Control (IAC) valve, wiring and
Engine Control Module (ECM). See IDLE CONTROL SYSTEM in SYSTEM & COMPONENT
TESTING - 4-CYLINDER article. Shut engine off. Remove scan tool.
IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS
(1)
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
4-CYLINDER THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
Camry & Camry Solara
1. Manufacturer does not list procedure for Throttle Position (TP) sensor adjustment. Only information
available is for checking resistance of TP sensor.
2. Disconnect electrical connector from TP sensor. Note electrical terminals on TP sensor. See Fig. 32
.
Apply vacuum to throttle opener.
3. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between specified terminals in relation to throttle position. See
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE
table. Replace components as necessary if
resistance is not within specification.
Celica
1. Disconnect electrical connector from Throttle Position (TP) sensor. Loosen TP sensor mounting screws.
Connect ohmmeter between terminals IDL and E2. See Fig. 33
.
2. Apply vacuum to throttle opener. To set initial clearance, insert .024" (.60 mm) feeler gauge between
throttle stop screw and throttle lever.
3. Gradually rotate TP sensor clockwise until ohmmeter deflects. Tighten TP sensor mounting screws.
Remove feeler
gauge. Reinsert a .020" (.50 mm) feeler gauge. Continuity should exist between terminals
ApplicationRPM
Camry, Camry Solara, Celica &
Corolla650-750
RAV4700-800
Tacoma & 4Runner650-750
(1)Check with engine at normal operating temperature, transmission/transaxle
in Neutral, parking brake applied, air cleaner and all vacuum hoses
installed, electronic fuel injection system wiring connectors properly
installed, ignition timing properly set, electric cooling fan off (if
equipped), and A/C and all accessories off.

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IDL and E2. Remove feeler gauge.
4. Reinsert a .028" (.70 mm) feeler gauge. No continuity should exist between terminals IDL and E2.
Remove feeler gauge and ohmmeter. Install electrical connector on TP sensor.
Corolla
1. Manufacturer does not list procedure for Throttle Position (TP) sensor adjustment. Only information
available is for checking resistance of TP sensor.
2. Disconnect electrical connector from TP sensor. Note electrical terminals on TP sensor. See Fig. 34
.
3. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between specified terminals in relation to throttle position. See
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE
table. Replace components as necessary if
resistance is not within specification.
RAV4
1. Manufacturer does not list procedure for Throttle Position (TP) sensor adjustment. Only information
available is for checking resistance of TP sensor.
2. Note location of E2 terminal (Brown wire), VC terminal (Yellow wire) and VTA terminal (Blue/Red
wire) on TP sensor. Disconnect electrical connector from TP sensor. Apply vacuum to throttle opener.
3. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between specified terminals in relation to throttle position. See
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE
table. Replace components as necessary if
resistance is not within specification.
Tacoma & 4Runner
1. Manufacturer does not list procedure for Throttle Position (TP) sensor adjustment. Only information
available is for checking resistance of TP sensor.
2. Disconnect electrical connector from TP sensor. Note electrical terminals on TP sensor. See Fig. 35
.
Apply vacuum to throttle opener.
3. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between specified terminals in relation to throttle position. See
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE
table. Replace components as necessary if
resistance is not within specification.
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE
ApplicationThrottle PositionTerminalsOhms
Camry & Camry
Solara
(1)
Fully ClosedVTA & E2200-5700
Fully OpenVTA & E22000-10,200
VC & E22500-5900
CorollaFully ClosedVTA & E2200-5700
Fully OpenVTA & E22000-10,200
VC & E22500-5900
RAV4, Tacoma &
4Runner
(1)
Fully ClosedVTA & E2200-5700

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Fig. 32: Identifying TP Sensor Terminals (Camry & Camry Solara)
Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.
Fully OpenVTA & E22000-10,200
VC & E22500-5900
(1)Apply vacuum to throttle opener before checking TP sensor.

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Fig. 33: Identifying TP Sensor Terminals (Celica)
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Fig. 34: Identifying TP Sensor Terminals (Corolla)
Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.

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Fig. 35: Identifying TP Sensor Terminals (Tacoma & 4Runner)
Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.
THROTTLE OPENER
THROTTLE OPENER
Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, RAV4, Tacoma & 4Runner
For testing and adjustment procedures, see THROTTLE CONTROLS in SYSTEM & COMPONENT
TESTING - 4-CYLINDER article.
MISCELLANEOUS CONTROLS
PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION (PNP) SWITCH
For adjustment of PNP switch, see PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION (PNP) SWITCH under ENGINE SENSORS
& SWITCHES in REMOVAL, OVERHAUL & INSTALLATION - 4-CYLINDER article.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
ApplicationFt. Lbs. (N.m)

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WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION
Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel and brake drum, or rotor (if equipped). Position dial indicator with
stem against center of axle hub. Move axle hub in and out while observing dial indicator. Replace hub if axial
play exceeds .002" (.05 mm). Measure hub axial runout. Replace hub if runout exceeds .0028" (.07 mm).
WHEEL BEARING ADJUSTMENT
Hubs must be replaced if axle end play or runout are not within specification. No adjustment is available. See
WHEEL BEARINGS (HUBS)
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
AXLE BEAM
Removal (ECHO)
1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheels and brake drums. Disconnect brakelines from flex hoses,
remove retaining clips from shock absorbers and plug openings. Disconnect ABS sensor and remove
harness clamp from axle beam. Disconnect parking brake cable from backing plate and remove cable
clamp from axle beam. Remove axle hub assemblies. Remove backing plate assemblies, with brake shoes
still attached.
2. Remove high-mounted stop light from rear package tray. Remove 2 clips and remove package tray.
Remove rear seat. Remove door scuff plate and door opening trim. See Fig. 5
. Remove rear seat outer
seat belts and remove quarter trim panels. On 2 door models, remove outer anchor for front seat shoulder
belt and remove roof side inner garnish. On all models, remove room partition board.
3. Using 2 floor jacks, support rear axle beam under each coil spring. While holding shock absorber shaft,
remove the 2 upper nuts, disconnecting lower suspension supports from body. Lower jacks slowly.
Remove coil springs and insulators. Remove axle beam-to-
body bolts. Remove axle beam. NOTE: See SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES
in WHEEL ALIGNMENT article.

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Fig. 5: Exploded View Of Rear Seat Components (ECHO)
Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.
Installation (ECHO)
1. Install coil spring insulators and coil springs to rear axle beam. Install shock absorbers and lower
suspension supports to axle beam, if removed. Raise axle beam with floor jacks and install axle beam-to-
body bolts. Install lower suspension supports and shock absorbers to body. Leaving axle beam-to-body
bolts, lower suspension supports and shock absorber bolts loose, lower vehicle.
2. Bounce vehicle several times to settle suspension. Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Fill and bleed
brake system.
AXLE HUB & CARRIER
Removal (Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Celica & Corolla)
1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheels. On models with ABS, disconnect rear speed sensor. On
drum brake models, disconnect brakeline from flex hose, and plu
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2. On disc brake models, remove rotor and caliper. Leaving flex hose attached, suspend caliper aside. On all
models, remove 4 axle hub-to-axle carrier bolts, axle hub and "O" ring.
3. Note position of nuts on suspension arms and strut rods for installation reference. Disconnect strut rod
from axle carrier. Disconnect No. 1 and No. 2 lower suspension arms from axle carrier. Remove 2 bolts
and nuts, and remove axle carrier.
Installation (Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Celica & Corolla)
To install, reverse removal procedure. Coat NEW "O" ring with grease and install hub. Tighten all fasteners to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. Bleed brake system. Check rear wheel alignment.
Removal (RAV4)
1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel and brake drum. On 4WD models, remove drive axle.
Remove ABS speed sensor (if equipped). Remove drive axle lock nut. Place matchmarks on drive axle
and differential gear shaft. Remove the 4 nuts and remove drive axle from differential side gear. On FWD
models, disconnect ABS sensor and remove harness clamp (if equipped). On all models, remove 2
brakeline clamps from rear No. 1 suspension arm. Remove parking brake cable clamp. See Fig. 4
.
2. Remove 4 bolts and remove axle hub and backing plate, leaving brake shoes attached. Disconnect lower
end of shock absorber. Using Ball Joint Puller (09628-62011), disconnect upper and lower suspension
arms from rear No. 1 suspension arm. Place matchmarks on camber adjusting cam and suspension
member and remove bolt. See Fig. 6
. Place matchmarks on toe adjusting cam and body and loosen bolt.
See Fig. 7
. Remove coil spring and upper insulator. Remove loosened toe adjusting cam bolt. Remove
rear No. 1 suspension arm. NOTE: Bounce vehicle several times to stabilize suspension. Tighten axle carrier-to-
shock absorber assembly and suspension arm bolts to specification with
vehicle at normal operating height.

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