RAV4 2WD L4-2.5L (2AR-FE) (2009)
(b) HANDLING CONNECTORS
(1) When disconnecting a connector, first squeeze the mating halves tightly together to release the lock, and then press the lock claw and
separate the connector.
(2) When disconnecting a connector, do not pull on the harnesses. Grasp the connector directly and separate it.
(3) Before connecting a connector, check that there are no deformed, damaged, loose or missing terminals.
(4) When connecting a connector, press firmly until it locks with a "click" sound.
(5) If checking a connector with a TOYOTA electrical tester, check the connector from the backside (harness side) using a mini test lead.
NOTICE:
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As a waterproof connector cannot be checked from the backside, check it by connecting a sub-harness.
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Do not damage the terminals by moving the inserted tester needle.
(c) CHECKING CONNECTORS
(1) Checking when a connector is connected:
Squeeze the connector together to confirm that they are fully connected and locked.
(2) Checking when a connector is disconnected:
Pull the wire harness lightly from the backside of the connector. Visually check for the following: 1) unlatched terminals, missing
terminals, loose crimps and broken conductor wires; 2) corrosion, metallic matter, foreign matter and water; and 3) bent, rusted,
overheated, contaminated and deformed terminals.
(3) Checking the contact pressure of the terminal:
Prepare a spare male terminal. Insert it into a female terminal, and check for ample tension when inserting and after full engagement.
NOTE: When testing a gold-plated female terminal, always use a gold-plated male terminal.