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2. CONTROL SYSTEM
*SFI
THE SFI SYSTEM MONITORS THE ENGINE CONDITION THROUGH THE SIGNALS, WHICH ARE INPUT FROM EACH SENSOR (INPUT
SIGNALS (1) TO (11)). THE BEST FUEL INJECTION VOLUME IS DECIDED BASED ON THIS DATA AND THE PROGRAM MEMORIZED
BY THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE, AND THE CONTROL SIGNAL IS OUTPUT TO TERMINALS #10, #20, #30, AND #40 OF THE
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE TO OPERATE THE INJECTOR (INJECT THE FUEL). THE SFI SYSTEM PRODUCES CONTROL OF FUEL
INJECTION OPERATION BY THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE IN RESPONSE TO THE DRIVING CONDITIONS.
*IDLE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM
THE IDLE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM INCREASES THE RPM AND PROVIDES IDLING STABILITY FOR FAST IDLE-UP WHEN THE
ENGINE IS COLD AND WHEN THE IDLE SPEED HAS DROPPED DUE TO ELECTRICAL LOAD, ETC. THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
EVALUATES THE SIGNALS FROM EACH SENSOR (INPUT SIGNALS (1 TO 5, 11), OUTPUTS CURRENT TO TERMINAL ISCO AND ISCC,
AND CONTROLS THE IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE.
*A/C CUT CONTROL SYSTEM
WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES FROM LOW ENGINE SPEED, THIS SYSTEM CUTS OFF AIR CONDITIONING
OPERATION FOR A FIXED PERIOD OF TIME IN RESPONSE TO THE SPEED SENSOR, THROTTLE VALVE OPENING ANGLE AND
INTAKE MANIFOLD PRESSURE IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN ACCELERATION PERFORMANCE.
THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE RECEIVES INPUT SIGNALS (4, 5 AND 9), AND INPUTS SIGNALS TO TERMINAL ACT.
3. DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
WITH THE DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM, WHEN THERE IS A MALFUNCTION IN THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL SYSTEM, THE
MALFUNCTIONING SYSTEM IS RECORDED IN THE MEMORY. THE MALFUNCTIONING SYSTEM CAN THEN BE FOUND BY READING
THE DISPLAY (CODE) OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP.
4. FAIL-SAFE SYSTEM
WHEN A MALFUNCTION OCCURS ON ANY SYSTEM, IF THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF ENGINE THROUBLE BEING CAUSED BY
CONTINUED CONTROL BASED IN THE SIGNALS FROM THAT SYSTEM, THE FAIL-SAFE SYSTEM EITHER CONTROLS THE SYSTEM BY
USING DATA (STANDARD VALUES) RECORDED IN THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE MEMORY OR ELSE STOPS THE ENGINE.
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E 4 (A), E 5 (B), E 6 (C) ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
BATT -E1 : ALWAYS 9.0-14.0 VOLTS
+B -E1 :9.0-14.0 VOLTS (IGNITION SW AT ON POSITION)
VC -E2 :4-5-5.5 VOLTS (IGNITION SW AT ON POSITION)
VTA -E2 :0.3-0.8 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND THROTTLE VALVE FULLY CLOSED)
:3.2-4.9 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND THROTTLE VALVE OPEN)
PIM -E2 :3.3-3.9 VOLTS (IGNITION SW AT ON POSITION)
#10,#20, #30, #40-E01, E02 : 9.0-14.0 VOLTS (IGNITION SW AT ON POSITION)
THA -E2 :0.5-3.4 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND THE INTAKE AIR TEMP 20C, 68F)
THW -E2 :0.2-1.0 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND THE COOLANT TEMP 80C, 176F)
STA -E1 :6.0-14.0 VOLTS (ENGINE CRANKING)
IGT -E1 :0.8-1.2 VOLTS (ENGINE CRANKING OR IDLING)
W -E1 :9.0-14.0 VOLTS (NO TROUBLE AND ENGINE RUNNING)
ACT -E1 :4.5-5.5 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND AIR CONDITIONING ON)
AC1 -E1 :0-3.0 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND AIR CONDITIONING ON)
ISCO, ISCC-E1 :9.0-14.0 VOLTS (IGNITION SW AT ON POSITION)
TE1 -E1 :9.0-14.0 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND DATA LINK CONNECTOR 1 TE1-E1 NOT CONNECTED)
:0-3.0 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND DATA LINK CONNECTOR 1 TE1-E1 CONNECTED)
NSW -E1 :0-3.0 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SW P OR N RANGE)
:9.0-14.0 VOLTS (IGNITION SW ON AND PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SW EXCEPT POSITION P AND N RANGE)
RESISTANCE OF ENGINE CONTROL MODULE WIRING CONNECTOR
(DISCONNECT WIRING CONNECTOR)
VTA -E2 :3.3-10.0 KW (THROTTLE VALVE FULLY OPEN)
:0.2-0.8 KW (THROTTLE VALVE FULLY CLOSED)
VC -E2 :3.0-7.0 KW
THA -E2 :2.0-3.0 KW (INTAKE AIR TEMP 20C, 68F)
THW -E2 :0.2-0.4 KW (COOLANT TEMP 80C, 176F)
G+ -G- :0.17-0.21 KW
ISCO, ISCC-+B :19.3-22.3 W
(5) CIRCUIT OPENING RELAY
(5) 3 -(5) 5 : CLOSED WITH THE IGNITION SW ON OR ST POSITION
(6) EFI MAIN RELAY
(6) 3-(6) 5 : CLOSED WITH THE IGNITION SW ON OR ST POSITION
E 2 ENGINE COOLANT TEMP. SENSOR
1-2 :14.6-17.8 KW (-20C, -4F)
5.88 KW (0C, 32F)
2.21-2.69 KW (20C, 68F)
1.14 KW (40C, 104F)
0.584 KW (60C, 140F)
0.29-0.354 KW (80C, 176F)
I 5, I 6, I 7, I 8 INJECTOR
1-2 : APPROX. 13.8 W
T 1 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
3-1 :0.2-5.7 KW WITH CLEARANCE BETWEEN LEVER AND THE STOP SCREW 0 MM (0 IN.)
3-1 :2.0-10.2 KW WITH THROTTLE VALVE FULLY OPEN
2-1 : LESS THAN 2.3 KW WITH CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE LEVER AND THE STOP SCREW 0.5 MM (0.02 IN.)
WITH CLEARANCE BETWEEN LEVER AND THE STOP SCREW 0.7 MM (0.028 IN.)
SERVICE HINTS
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IG0J3−02
− IGNITIONIGNITION SYSTEM
IG−1
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
IGNITION SYSTEM
ON−VEHICLE INSPECTION
NOTICE:
”Cold” and ”Hot” in these sentences express the tempera-
ture of the coils themselves. ”Cold” is from −10°C (14°F) to
50°C (122°F) and ”Hot” is from 50°C (122°F) to 100°C
(212°F).
1. INSPECT IGNITERS AND SPARK TEST
Check that the spark occurs.
(1) Disconnect the high−tension cord (from the ignition
coil) from the distributor cap.
(2) Hold the end approx. 12.5 mm (0.50 in.) from the
body ground.
(3) See if spark occurs while engine is being cranked.
NOTICE:
To prevent gasoline from being injected from injectors dur-
ing this test, crank the engine for no more than 5 − 10 se-
conds at time.
If the spark does not occur, perform the test as follows:
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FI2553
SST
S01837
Fuel
Pump
Connector
S01832
Plug SF−2
− SFISFI SYSTEM
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(b) When installing the battery, be especially careful not to in-
correctly connect the positive (+) and negative (−) cables.
(c) Do not permit parts to receive a severe impact during re-
moval or installation. Handle all SFI parts carefully, espe-
cially the ECM.
(d) Do not be careless during troubleshooting as there are
numerous transistor circuits and even slight terminal con-
tact can cause further troubles.
(e) Do not open the ECM cover.
(f) When inspecting during rainy weather, take care to pre-
vent entry of water. Also, when washing the engine
compartment, prevent water from getting on the SFI parts
and wiring connectors.
(g) Parts should be replaced as an assembly.
(h) Care is required when pulling out and inserting wiring con-
nectors.
(i) Release the lock and pull out the connector, pulling on the
connectors.
(j) Fully insert the connector and check that it is locked.
(k) Use SST for inspection or test of the injector or its wiring
connector.
SST 09842−30070
8. FUEL SYSTEM
(a) When disconnecting the high fuel pressure line, a large
amount of gasoline will spill out, so observe the following
procedures:
(1) Disconnect the fuel pump connector.
(2) Start the engine. After the engine has stopped on
its own, turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
(3) Put a container under the connection.
(4) Slowly loosen the connection.
(5) Disconnect the connection.
(6) Plug the connection with a rubber plug.
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S01831
New Gasket
FI1654
Fulcrum Length
30 mm
SST
FI0420
O−Ring
Injector
GrommetDelivery PipeCORRECT
WRONG
P15485
O−Ring
Injector Grommet
O−Ring Insulator
− SFISFI SYSTEM
SF−3
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(b) When connecting the flare nut or union bolt on the high
pressure pipe union, observe the following procedures:
(1) Union Bolt Type:
Always use 2 new gaskets.
(2) Union Bolt Type:
Tighten the union bolt by hand.
(3) Union Bolt Type:
Tighten the union bolt to the specified torque.
Torque: 29 N·m (300 kgf·cm, 22 ft·lbf)
(4) Flare Nut Type:
Apply a light coat of engine oil to the flare nut, and
tighten the flare nut by hand.
(5) Flare Nut Type:
Using SST, tighten the flare nut to specified torque.
SST 09631−22020
NOTICE:
Do not rotate the fuel pipe, when tightening the flare nut.
Torque: 34 N·m (350 kgf·cm, 25 ft·lbf)
28 N·m (285 kgf·cm, 21 ft·lbf) for SST
HINT:
Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 30 cm (11.81 in.).
(c) Observe the following precautions when removing and
installing the injectors.
(1) Never reuse the O−ring.
(2) When placing a new O−ring on the injector, take
care not to damage it in any way.
(3) Coat a new O−ring with spindle oil or gasoline be-
fore installing−never use engine, gear or brake oil.
(4) Install the injector to the delivery pipe and intake
manifold as shown in the illustration.
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S01834
Gasket
SST (Union)
SST
Fuel Inlet Hose Gasket
SST (Union)
S01835
301 − 347 kPa
S01836
For 5 Minutes After Engine has Stopped
147 kPa
or More SF−6
− SFIFUEL PUMP
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(f) Install the fuel inlet hose and SST (pressure gauge) to the
fuel filter outlet with the 3 gaskets and SST (union bolt).
SST 09268−45012
Torque: 29 N·m (300 kgf·cm, 22 ft·lbf)
(g) Wipe off any splattered gasoline.
(h) Connect the TOYOTA hand−held tester to the DLC3.
(i) Reconnect the negative (−) terminal cable to the battery.
(j) Turn the ignition switch ON.
(k) Measure the fuel pressure.
Fuel pressure:
301 − 347 kPa (3.1 − 3.5 kgf/cm
2, 44 − 50 psi)
If pressure is high, replace the fuel pressure regulator.
If pressure is low, check these parts:
Fuel hoses and connections
Fuel pump
Fuel filter
Fuel pressure regulator
(l) Remove the TOYOTA hand−held tester from the DLC3.
(m) Start the engine.
(n) Measure the fuel pressure at idle.
Fuel pressure:
301 − 347 kPa (3.1 − 3.5 kgf/cm
2, 44 − 50 psi)
(o) Stop the engine.
(p) Check that the fuel pressure remains as specified for 5
minutes after the engine has stopped.
Fuel pressure:
147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm
2, 21 psi) or more
If pressure is not as specified, check the fuel pump, pressure
regulator and/or injectors.
(q) After checking fuel pressure, disconnect the negative (−)
terminal cable from the battery and carefully remove the
SST to prevent gasoline from splashing.
SST 09268−45012
(r) Reconnect the fuel inlet hose with 2 new gaskets and the
union bolt.
Torque: 29 N·m (300 kgf·cm, 21 ft·lbf)
(s) Reconnect the negative (−) terminal cable to the battery.
(t) Check for fuel leakage (See page SF−1).
(u) Reinstall the engine comportment R/B No.2 and air clean-
er assembly.
3. CHECK FUEL PUMP
(a) Remove the LH rear seat assembly.
(b) Remove the floor service hole cover.
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S01952
Sound
ScopeSF0QG−02
S01950
Ohmmeter SF−16
− SFIINJECTOR
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
INJECTOR
ON−VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. INSPECT INJECTOR OPERATION
Check operation sound from each injector.
(1) With the engine running or cranking, use a sound
scope to check that there is normal operating noise
in proportion to engine speed.
(2) If you have no sound scope, you can check the in-
jector transmission operation with your finger.
If no sound or unusual sound is heard, check the wiring connec-
tor, injector or injection signal from the ECM.
2. INSPECT INJECTOR RESISTANCE
(a) Remove the cylinder head cover (See page EM−33).
(b) Disconnect the injector connectors.
(c) Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the
terminals.
Resistance: Approx. 13.8 Ω
If the resistance is not as specified, replace the injector.
(d) Reconnect the injector connectors.
(e) Reinstall the cylinder head cover (See page EM−55).
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SF0QH−03
− SFIINJECTOR
SF−17
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
COMPONENTS