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W04167
Sensor Rotor
Front Speed Sensor
N·m (kgf·cm, ft·lbf): Specified torque
8 (80, 69 in.·lbf)
5 (55, 48 in.·lbf)
BR03V−08
BR−42
− BRAKEFRONT SPEED SENSOR
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
FRONT SPEED SENSOR
COMPONENTS
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BR03Y−07
W04168
Rear Speed Sensor Rotor
Rear Speed Sensor
N·m (kgf·cm, ft·lbf) : Specified torque
5 (55, 48 in.·lbf)
13 (130, 9)
8 (80, 69 in.·lbf)
− BRAKEREAR SPEED SENSOR
BR−45
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
REAR SPEED SENSOR
COMPONENTS
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− DIAGNOSTICSANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
DI−237
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
(b) Check the DTC of the sensor function.
Code No.DiagnosisTrouble Area
71Low output voltage of right front speed sensor
Right front speed sensor
Sensor installation
Sensor rotor
72Low output voltage of left front speed sensor
Left front speed sensor
Sensor installation
Sensor rotor
73Low output voltage of right rear speed sensor
Right rear speed sensor
Sensor installation
Sensor rotor
74Low output voltage of left rear speed sensor
Left rear speed sensor
Sensor installation
Sensor rotor
75Abnormal change in output voltage of right front speed sensorRight front speed sensor rotor
76Abnormal change in output voltage of left front speed sensorLeft front speed sensor rotor
77Abnormal change in output voltage of right rear speed sensorRight rear speed sensor rotor
78Abnormal change in output voltage of left rear speed sensorLeft rear speed sensor rotor
*79Deceleration sensor is faultyDeceleration sensor
Sensor installation
*: 4WD models
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DI41F−02
− DIAGNOSTICSANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
DI−239
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
If a malfunction code is displayed during the DTC check, check the circuit listed for that code. For details
of each code, turn to the page referred to under the ”See page” for the respective ”DTC No.” in the DTC chart.
HINT:
Using SST 09843−18020, connect the terminals Tc and E1, and remove the short pin.
If any abnormality is not found when inspect each inspection parts, inspect the ECU.
DTC No.
(See page)Detection ItemTrouble Area
11
(DI−246)Open circuit in ABS control (solenoid) relay circuit
ABS control (solenoid) relay
Open or short in ABS control (solenoid) relay circuit
ECU
12
(DI−246)Short circuit in ABS control (solenoid) relay circuit
ABS control (solenoid) relay
B+ short in ABS control (solenoid) relay circuit
ECU
*3 13
(DI−250)Open circuit in ABS control (motor) relay circuit
ABS control (motor) relay
Open or short in ABS control (motor) relay circuit
ECU
14
(DI−250)Short circuit in ABS control (motor) relay circuit
ABS control (motor) relay
B+ short in ABS control (motor) relay circuit
ECU
21
(DI−254)Open or short circuit in 2−position solenoid circuit for right front
wheelABS actuator
Open or short in SFRR or SFRH circuit
ECU
22
(DI−254)Open or short circuit in 2−position solenoid circuit for left front
wheelABS actuator
Open or short in SFLR or SFLH circuit
ECU
23
(DI−254)Open or short circuit in 2−position solenoid circuit for right rear
wheelABS actuator
Open or short in SRRR or SRRH circuit
ECU
24
(DI−254)Open or short circuit in 2−position solenoid circuit for left rear
wheelABS actuator
Open or short in SRLR or SRLH circuit
ECU
*3 31
(DI−257)Right front wheel speed sensor signal malfunction
Right front, left front, right rear or left rear speed sensor
Open or short in each speed sensor circuit
Speed rotor
ECU*3 32
(DI−257)Left front wheel speed sensor signal malfunction
*3 33
(DI−257)Right rear wheel speed sensor signal malfunction
*3 34
(DI−257)Left rear wheel speed sensor signal malfunction
*2 35
(DI−257)Open circuit in speed sensor circuitOpen in speed sensor circuit
*1 37
(DI−261)Some tire is different size from other tiresTire size
ECU
41
(DI−262)Low battery positive voltage
Abnormal high battery positive voltage (2WD Vehicles)
Battery
IC regulator
Open or short in power source circuit
ECU
*2 43
(DI−266)Malfunction in deceleration sensor (constant output)
Deceleration sensor
Wire harness for deceleration sensor system
ECU
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BR3583
BR3582F00010
RotorSpeed Sensor
Magnet
To ECU
Low Speed High SpeedN S
+V
−V
− DIAGNOSTICSANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
DI−257
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
DTC 31, 32, 33, 34, 35 Speed Sensor Circuit
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
The speed sensor detects the wheel speed and sends the ap-
propriate signals to the ECU. These signals are used to control
the ABS system. The front and rear rotors each have 48 serra-
tions.
When the rotor rotate, the magnetic field emitted by the perma-
nent magnet in the speed sensor generates an AC voltage.
Since the frequency of this AC voltage changes in direct propor-
tion to the speed of the rotor, the frequency is used by the ECU
to detect the speed of each wheel.
DTC No.DTC Detecting ConditionTrouble Area
31, 32, 33, 34
Detection of any of conditions 1 through 3:
1. At vehicle speed of 10 km/h (6 mph) or more, pulses are not
input for 5 sec.
2. Momentary interruption of the speed sensor signal occurs
at least 7 times in the time between switching the ignition
switch ON and switching it OFF
3. Abnormal fluctuation of speed sensor signals with the ve-
hicle speed 20 km/h (12 mph) or more
Right front, left front, right rear or left rear speed sensor
Open or short in each speed sensor circuit
Sensor rotor
ECU
*35
Speed sensor signal is not input for about 1 sec. while the
speed sensor signals are being checked at vehicle speed of 0
km/hOpen in speed sensor circuit
ECU
*: 4WD models
HINT:
DTC No. 31 is for the right front speed sensor.
DTC No. 32 is for the left front speed sensor.
DTC No. 33 is for the right rear speed sensor.
DTC No. 34 is for the left rear speed sensor.
Fail safe function:
If trouble occurs in the speed sensor circuit, the ECU cuts off current to the ABS control (solenoid) relay and
prohibits ABS control.
DI98Z−01
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R03139
W01942
4WD Models
2WD Models
BR3795
OK
NG
DI−260
− DIAGNOSTICSANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
3 Check sensor rotor and sensor installation
Front:
PREPARATION:
Remove the brake disc (See page SA−20).
CHECK:
Check the sensor rotor serrations.
OK:
No scratches or missing teeth or foreign objects.
CHECK:
Check the sensor tip.
OK:
No scratches or foreign objects on the sensor tip.
CHECK:
Check the front speed sensor installation.
OK:
The installation bolt is tightened properly and there is
no clearance between the sensor and steering
knuckle.
Rear:
PREPARATION:
Remove the axle shaft (See page SA−52) or drive shaft (See
page SA−62).
CHECK:
Check the sensor rotor serrations.
OK:
No scratches or missing teeth or foreign objects.
CHECK:
Check the sensor tip.
OK:
No scratches or foreign objects on the sensor tip.
CHECK:
Check the speed sensor installation.
OK:
The installation bolt is tightened properly and there is
no clearance between the sensor and rear axle carri-
er.
NG Replace speed sensor or rotor.
NOTICE:
Check the speed sensor signal last (See page DI−234).
OK
Check and replace ABS ECU.
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N17894
Cruise Control
Actuator
457
16 IB2 STOP FuseStop Light SwitchCruise Control ECU
STP−
L
L− 26 1016 1
3 4 2
G−W
G−B
L−B L−B R−Y
R−Y R−W
GNDL
IB2 DI−340
− DIAGNOSTICSCRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
DTC 12 Actuator Magnetic Clutch Circuit
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
This circuit turns on the magnetic clutch inside the actuator during cruise control operation according to the
signal from the ECU. If a malfunction occurs in the actuator or vehicle speed sensor, etc. during cruise con-
trol, the rotor shaft between the motor and control plate is released.
When the brake pedal is depressed, the stop light switch turns on, supplying electrical power to the stop light.
Power supply to the magnetic clutch is mechanically cut and the magnetic clutch is turned OFF.
When driving downhill, if the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed by 15 km/h (9 mph), the ECU turns the
magnetic clutch OFF. If the vehicle speed later drops to within 10 km/h (6 mph) above the set speed, then
cruise control at the set speed is resumed.
DTC No.Detection ItemTrouble Area
12Short in magnetic clutch circuit
Open (0.8 sec.) in magnetic clutch circuit
Cruise contorl actuator magnetic clutch
Harness or connector between ECU and magnetic clutch,
magnetic clutch and body ground
ECU
STOP Fuse
WIRING DIAGRAM
DI42O−02
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SA1YB−02
FA1535
SST
R10849
SA−20
− SUSPENSION AND AXLEFRONT DRIVE SHAFT
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
REMOVAL
NOTICE:
The hub bearing could be damaged if it is subjected
to the vehicle weight, such as when moving the ve-
hicle with the drive shaft bearing removed.
Therefore if it is absolutely necessary to place the ve-
hicle weight on the hub bearing, first support it with
the SST.
SST 09608−16042 (09608−02021, 09608−02041)
w/ ABS:
After disconnecting the drive shaft from the axle hub,
work carefully so as not to damage ABS speed sensor
rotor serrations on the drive shaft.
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
Torque: 103 N·m (1,050 kgf·cm, 76 ft·lbf)
2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
3. DRAIN GEAR OIL (M/T) OR ATF (A/T)
4. w/ABS:
REMOVE BOLT AND ABS SPEED SENSOR
Torque: 8 N·m (80 kgf·cm, 69 in.·lbf)
5. REMOVE COTTER PIN, LOCK CAP AND LOCK NUT
(a) Remove the cotter pin and lock cap.
(b) With applying the brakes, remove the nut.
Torque: 216 N·m (2,200 kgf·cm, 159 ft·lbf)
6. D I S C O N N E C T T I E R O D E N D F R O M S T E E R I N G
KNUCKLE (See page SA−10)
7. DISCONNECT STABILIZER BAR LINK FROM LOWER
SUSPENSION ARM
HINT:
If the ball joint turns together with the nut, use a 5 mm hexagon
wrench to hold the stud.
Torque:
3 Door vehicle
64 N·m (650 kgf·cm, 47ft·lbf)
5 Door vehicle and all over fender vehicle
113 N·m (1,150 kgf·cm, 83 ft·lbf)
8. DISCONNECT LOWER BALL JOINT FROM LOWER
SUSPENSION ARM (See page SA−12)