OEM 2007 Toyota RAV4 Steering Angle Sensor

2007 Toyota RAV4 Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service the Steering Angle Sensor on 2007 Toyota RAV4?

  A: All necessary precautions for servicing the Steering Angle Sensor must be read first. Wait for at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the negative battery terminal cable to stop Air Bag and seat belt pretensioners from activating. First position the front wheels parallel to the vehicle's straight ahead orientation before removing the steering pad assembly, steering wheel assembly and steering column cover as well as spiral cable sub-assembly. The front part of the steering angle sensor can be removed by detaching all 6 claws. The location pins should line up before securing each of the six claws to mount the sensor on the spiral cable. After installation proceed with putting back the spiral cable sub-assembly followed by the steering column cover the steering wheel assembly and the steering pad assembly. The technician must inspect the steering wheel's central position while reattaching the cable to the battery's negative terminal. This should be done by checking the wheel's alignment with the front tires both before and after cable reconnection. The final task involves examining the steering pad assembly together with SRS warning light inspection.