steering TOYOTA RAV4 2006 Service Repair Manual

CHASSIS - 4WD SYSTEM
01MCH09Y
Electric Control Coupling
4WD ECU
Four-wheel Drive
Lock Switch
4WD LOCK
Indicator Light
4WD Warning
LightECM
Skid Control ECU
Main Body ECU
Ya w R a t e &
Deceleration Sensor
Steering Angle
SensorThrottle Position Sensor
Crankshaft Position Sensor
Park / Neutral Position
Switch
Speed Sensors
Stop Light Switch
Ambient Temperature
Sensor
Parking Brake Switch
CANH,
CANLCH-67
2. System Diagram

CHASSIS - 4WD SYSTEM
01NCH36Y
Skid Control ECU
Electric Control Coupling
ECM Ambient Temperature
Sensor
Main Body ECUSteering Angle
Sensor
Four-wheel Drive
Lock Switch
4WD ECU
Parking Brake
Switch Stop Light Switch
Yaw Rate & Deceleration
Sensor DLC3 CH-68
3. Layout of Main Components

CHASSIS - 4WD SYSTEMCH-69
4. Function of Main Components
ComponentFunction
Combination
4WD LOCK
Indicator LightIlluminates to inform the driver of the 4WD LOCK mode control.Combination
Meter4WD
Warning LightIlluminates to warn the driver of a malfunction in the 4WD system.
Speed Sensor (4)Detects the wheel speed of each 4 wheel.
Steering Angle SensorDetects the direction and angle of the steering wheel.
Yaw Rate & Deceleration SensorDetects the vehicle’s longitudinal and lateral acceleration.
Crankshaft Position SensorDetects the engine speed and outputs it to the ECM.
Accelerator Pedal Position SensorDetects the accelerator pedal position and outputs it to the ECM.
Throttle Position SensorDetects the throttle valve position and outputs it to the ECM.
Park / Neutral Position SwitchDetects the neutral position of the transaxle and outputs it to the
ECM.
Stop Light SwitchDetects the brake pedal depressing signal.
Parking Brake SwitchDetects when the parking brake lever is pulled up.
Four-wheel Drive Lock SwitchSwitches between the AUTO and LOCK modes.
4WD ECU
Controls the amperage that is applied to the electromagnetic
solenoid of the electric control coupling based on the signals
provided by the sensors in order to optimally distribute drive torque
in accordance with driving conditions.
ECMOutputs signals such as the shift position signal, throttle position
signal, and crankshaft position signal to the 4WD ECU.
Skid Control ECUOutputs signals such as the vehicle speed signal and deceleration
signal to the 4WD ECU.
Electric Control CouplingDistributes drive torque in accordance with the amperage applied
by the 4WD ECU.

EM–242GR-FE ENGINE MECHANICAL – ENGINE ASSEMBLY
EM
(b) 4WD:
Disconnect the control cable (see page AX-154).
31. REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY (See
page EX-3)
32. REMOVE CENTER EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY (See
page EX-2)
33. REMOVE PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING
SHAFT ASSEMBLY (See page PR-3)
34. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS
35. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT LH
(a) Remove the hub nut (see page AH-8).
36. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT RH
(a) Remove the hub nut (see page AH-8).
37. DISCONNECT FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
LH (See page SP-30)
38. DISCONNECT FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
RH (See page SP-30)
39. DISCONNECT STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
(See page PS-44)
40. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
(See page PS-42)
41. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
(See page PS-42)
42. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT LH
(a) 2WD:
Remove the drive shaft (see page DS-10).
(b) 4WD:
Remove the drive shaft (see page DS-43).
43. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT RH
(a) 2WD:
Remove the drive shaft (see page DS-10).
(b) 4WD:
Remove the drive shaft (see page DS-43).
44. REMOVE ENGINE WITH TRANSAXLE
(a) Install the No. 1 and No. 2 engine hangers with the
4 bolts as shown in the illustration.
Torque: 33 N*m (337 kgf*cm, 24 ft.*lbf)
HINT:
• Insert the claw of the hanger into hole of the
cylinder head.
• Fit the fork part of the hanger onto the rib of the
cylinder head.
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Part Name Part No.
No. 1 engine hanger 12281-31120
No. 2 engine hanger 12282-31100
Bolt 91671-10825

INTRODUCTION – TERMSIN–49
IN
IAT Intake Air Temperature Intake or Inlet Air Temperature
ICM Ignition Control Module -
IFI Indirect Fuel Injection Indirect Injection (IDL)
IFS Inertia Fuel-Shutoff -
ISC Idle Speed Control -
KS Knock Sensor Knock Sensor
MAF Mass Airflow Air Flow Meter
MAP Manifold Absolute Pressure Manifold Pressure Intake Vacuum
MC Mixture ControlElectric Bleed Air Control Valve (EBCV)
Mixture Control Valve (MCV)
Electric Air Control Valve (EACV)
MDP Manifold Differential Pressure -
MFI Multiport Fuel Injection Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
MIL Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Lamp
MST Manifold Surface Temperature -
MVZ Manifold Vacuum Zone -
NVRAM Non-Volatile Random Access Memory -
O2S Oxygen Sensor Oxygen Sensor, O2 Sensor (O2S)
OBD On-Board Diagnostic On-Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
OC Oxidation Catalytic Converter Oxidation Catalyst Converter (OC), CCo
OL Open Loop Open Loop
PAIR Pulsed Secondary Air Injection Air Suction (AS)
PCM Powertrain Control Module -
PNP Park/Neutral Position -
PROM Programmable Read Only Memory -
PSP Power Steering Pressure -
PTOX Periodic Trap OxidizerDiesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Diesel Particulate Trap (DPT)
RAM Random Access Memory Random Access Memory (RAM)
RM Relay Module -
ROM Read Only Memory Read Only Memory (ROM)
RPM Engine Speed Engine Speed
SC Supercharger Supercharger
SCB Supercharger Bypass E-ABV
SFI Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI), Sequential Injection
SPL Smoke Puff Limiter -
SRI Service Reminder Indicator -
SRT System Readiness Test -
ST Scan Tool -
TB Throttle Body Throttle Body
TBI Throttle Body Fuel InjectionSingle Point Injection
Central Fuel Injection (Ci)
TC Turbocharger Turbocharger
TCC Torque Converter Clutch Torque Converter
TCM Transmission Control Module Transmission ECU, ECT ECU
TP Throttle Position Throttle Position
TR Transmission Range -
TVV Thermal Vacuum ValveBimetallic Vacuum Switching Valve (BVSV)
Thermostatic Vacuum Switching Valve (TVSV) SAE
ABBREVIATIONSSAE TERMS TOYOTA TERMS ( )-ABBREVIATIONS

PP–80PREPARATION – STEERING COLUMN
PP
EQUIPMENT
Torque wench -
Drill -

PREPARATION – POWER STEERINGPP–81
PP
EQUIPMENT
Torque wrench -

AH–8AXLE – FRONT AXLE HUB
AH
10. REMOVE STEERING KNUCKLE WITH AXLE HUB
(a) Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts, and disconnect the
shock absorber from the steering knuckle.
HINT:
While fixing the nuts in place, loosen and remove
the bolts.
(b) Put matchmarks on the drive shaft and the axle hub.
(c) Using a plastic-faced hammer, remove the steering
knuckle with axle hub.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the boot and speed
sensor rotor. Do not excessively push out the
drive shaft from the axle assembly.
11. REMOVE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY
LH (See page SP-27)
12. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Remove the 4 bolts and axle hub from the steering
knuckle.
NOTICE:
Do not place the hub and bearing's magnet rotor
side so that it is facing downward, and do not
allow the magnet rotor side to become damaged
or contact foreign matter.
(b) Remove the dust cover from the steering knuckle.
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MA–12MAINTENANCE – CHASSIS
MA
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
(2006/01- )
1. INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE AND GEAR HOUSING
(a) Check the steering wheel free play.
(b) Check the steering linkage for looseness or
damage.
(1) Check that the tie rod ends do not have
excessive play.
(2) Check that the dust seals and boots are not
damaged.
(3) Check that the boot clamps are not loose.
(4) Check that the steering gear housing is not
damaged.
(5) Check that the connectors are properly
connected to the steering gear housing.
2. INSPECT BALL JOINTS AND DUST COVERS
(a) Inspect the ball joints for excessive looseness.
(1) Jack up the front of the vehicle and place
wooden blocks with a height of 180 to 200 mm
(7.09 to 7.87 in.) under the front tires.
(2) Lower the vehicle until the front coil spring has
about half its ordinary load. Place stands under
the vehicle for safety.
(3) Check that the front wheels are pointing
straight ahead. Use wheel chocks on all 4
wheels.
(4) Using a lever, pry up the end of the lower arm.
Check the amount of play.
Maximum ball joint vertical play:
0 mm (0 in.)
If there is any play, replace the ball joint.
(b) Check the dust cover for damage.
3. INSPECT DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS
(a) Check the drive shaft boots for loose clamps,
grease leakage, kinks or damage.
4. INSPECT AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL
(a) Visually check the transmission for fluid leakage. If
oil is leaking, find the cause and repair it.
5. INSPECT TRANSFER OIL (for 4WD)
(a) Visually check the transfer for oil leakage. If oil is
leaking, find the cause and repair it.
6. INSPECT REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL (for 4WD)
(a) For the rear differential oil inspection, refer to the
following procedures (see page DF-3).
Type See procedures
U151E See page AX-126
U151F See page AX-126
Type See procedures
Front Oil See page TF-45
Rear Oil See page TF-45

STEERING COLUMN – STEERING SYSTEMSR–3
SR
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
(2006/01- )
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the
problem symptom. The potential causes of the symptoms are
listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column
of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected
areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as
necessary.
Steering system
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY
(a) Stop the vehicle and align the tires facing straight
ahead.
(b) Turn the steering wheel gently right and left, and
check the steering wheel free play.
Maximum free play:
30 mm (1.18 in.)
If the free play exceeds the maximum, replace the
steering intermediate shaft sub-assembly or
steering gear.
Symptom Suspected Area See page
Hard steering1. Front tires (Improperly inflated or unevenly worn)TW-1
2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)SP-3
3. Front suspension (Lower ball joint)SP-27
4. Steering intermediate shaftSR-11
5. Steering columnSR-11
6. Steering gearPS-42
7. Power steering ECUPS-46
Poor return1. Front tires (Improperly inflated or unevenly worn)TW-1
2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)SP-3
3. Steering columnSR-11
4. Steering gearPS-42
5. Power steering ECUPS-46
No free play or excessive play1. Steering intermediate shaftSR-11
2. Steering gearPS-42
Knocking (or clunking) sound occurs when steering
wheel turned while power steering in operation1. Steering intermediate shaftSR-11
2. Front suspension (Lower ball joint)SP-27
3. Front axle hub (Hub bearing)AH-7
4. Steering gearPS-42
Friction sound occurs when steering wheel turned
during low speed driving1. Power steering motorSR-11
2. Steering columnSR-11
High-pitched sound (squealing sound) occurs when
steering wheel turned slowly with vehicle stopped1. Power steering motorSR-11
Steering wheel vibrates and noise occurs when
steering wheel turned while vehicle stopped1. Power steering motorSR-11
2. Steering columnSR-11
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