2002 Toyota RAV4

2002-04 ENGINE COOLING Electric Cooling Fans - RAV4

2002-04 ENGINE COOLING

Electric Cooling Fans - RAV4

MODEL IDENTIFICATION
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
Model Engine VIN Code
RAV4 (2004 Model) 2AZ-FE D
RAV4 (2002-03 Model) 1AZ-FE H

DESCRIPTION & OPERATION

Fans are controlled via Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) switches/sensors. For cooling fan operating
conditions, see COOLING FAN OPERATING CONDITIONS table.

COOLING FAN OPERATING CONDITIONS

Application & Temperature - °F (°C) Cooling Fan Operation
More Than 199 (93) On
Less Than 181 (83) Off

COMPONENT LOCATIONS

RAV4 uses 2 electric cooling fans located directly behind the radiator. See ELECTRIC COOLING FAN
IDENTIFICATION . For electrical component locations, see ELECTRICAL COMPONENT LOCATOR
article. For relay box, circuit breaker and fuse locations, see FUSES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS article.

ELECTRIC COOLING FAN IDENTIFICATION

Application Cooling Fan Location
Condenser Cooling Fan Passenger's Side, Rear Of Radiator
Radiator Cooling Fan Driver's Side, Rear Of Radiator

TROUBLE SHOOTING

NOTE: To trouble shoot mechanical cooling system components, see appropriate table
in BASIC TROUBLE SHOOTING article in GENERAL INFORMATION. For A/C
related electric cooling fan system trouble shooting procedures, see
appropriate MANUAL A/C-HEATER SYSTEMS- RAV4 article in HVAC.

Check fuses, grounds and all connectors. For locations, see COMPONENT LOCATIONS .

SYSTEM TESTS

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ELECTRIC COOLING FAN

Cooling Fan Operation With Low Temperature (Below 181°F (83°C))

1. With engine coolant temperature less than 181°F (83°C), turn ignition switch to ON position (engine off).
Ensure fan stops.
2. If fan does not stop, test cooling fan relay and ECT switch/sensor. See COOLING FAN RELAYS and
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SWITCH or ECT SENSOR . Check for loose or
broken connector or wiring between relay and ECT switch. Repair as necessary.
3. Disconnect ECT switch/sensor connector. See COMPONENT LOCATIONS . With ignition still in ON
position, ensure cooling fan turns on. If not, check fuses, cooling fan relay, and cooling fan motor. Check
for short between cooling fan relay and ECT switch. Reconnect ECT switch connector.

Cooling Fan Operation With High Temperature (Above 199°F (93°C))

Start engine and increase coolant temperature to more than 199°F (93°C). Ensure cooling fan turns. If not,
check fuses, cooling fan relay, ECT switch and cooling fan motor. See COOLING FAN RELAYS , ENGINE
COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SWITCH and INSPECT COOLING FAN . Replace defective
component(s) as necessary.

Inspect Cooling Fan

1. Disconnect the cooling fan connector.

2. Connect battery and ammeter to the cooling fan connector. See Fig. 1 .
3. Check that the cooling fan rotates smoothly, and check the reading on the ammeter. Reading should be
4.9-8.5 amps at 68°F (20°C).
4. If reading or fan operation is not as specified, replace fan motor.

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Fig. 1: Testing Amperage At Fan Connectors

Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.

COMPONENT TESTS

CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems

may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer
systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN
PROCEDURES - TOYOTA article in GENERAL INFORMATION before
disconnecting battery.

COOLING FAN RELAYS

NOTE: Place match marks on all relays for proper reinstallation.

Cooling Fan Relay No. 1

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove cooling fan relay No. 1 from fuse/relay box. See Fig. 2 .
Using an ohmmeter, check for continuity between relay terminals No. 1 and 2. See Fig. 3 . If there is no
continuity, replace relay. Check that no continuity exists between relay terminals No. 3 and 5. If
continuity exists, replace relay.
2. To check relay operation, connect positive battery voltage to terminal No. 1 and ground to terminal No. 2.
Check for continuity between relay terminals No. 3 and 5. If no continuity exists, replace relay. Reinstall
cooling fan relay No. 1.

Cooling Fan Relay No. 2

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove cooling fan relay No. 2 from fuse/relay box. See Fig. 2 .
Using an ohmmeter, check for continuity between relay terminals No. 1 and 2, and No. 3 and 4. See Fig.
3 . If no continuity exists, replace relay. Check that no continuity exists between relay terminals No. 3
and 5. If continuity exists, replace relay.
2. To check relay operation, connect positive battery voltage to terminal No. 1 and ground to terminal No. 2.
Check that no continuity exists between relay terminals No. 3 and 4. If continuity exists, replace relay.
Check for continuity between relay terminals No. 3 and 5. If no continuity exists, replace relay. Reinstall
cooling fan relay No. 2.

Cooling Fan Relay No. 3

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove cooling fan relay No. 3 from fuse/relay box. See Fig. 2 .
Using an ohmmeter, check for continuity between relay terminals No. 1 and 2. See Fig. 3 . If no
continuity exists, replace relay. Check that no continuity exists between relay terminals No. 3 and 5. If
continuity exists, replace relay.
2. To check relay operation, connect positive battery voltage to terminal No. 1. Connect ground to terminal
No. 2. Check for continuity between relay terminals No. 3 and 5. If no continuity exists, replace relay.
Reinstall cooling fan relay No. 3.

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Fig. 2: Identifying Relay Locations

Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.

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Fig. 3: Identifying Terminals Of Cooling Fan Relays

Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SWITCH

1. Drain engine coolant. Remove ECT switch. See COMPONENT LOCATIONS . Place ECT switch
thermal sensor into a water bath.
2. Using an ohmmeter, check that there is no continuity between ECT switch terminals when coolant
temperature is more than 199°F (93°C). If continuity exists, replace ECT switch.
3. Cool water and check that there is continuity when coolant temperature is less than 181°F (83°C). If there

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is no continuity, replace ECT switch. Install switch. Fill with engine coolant.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

1. Drain engine coolant. Remove ECT sensor. See ECT SENSOR LOCATIONS . Place ECT sensor and
thermometer into a water bath.

ECT SENSOR LOCATIONS

Application Sensor Location
RAV4 Rear Of Engine, Below Air Cleaner Assembly

2. Measure resistance between terminal Nos. 1 and 2. See Fig. 4 . If resistance is not as specified, replace
ECT sensor.
3. Install NEW gasket on sensor, and install ECT sensor. Fill with engine coolant.

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Fig. 4: Measuring ECT Sensor Resistance

Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
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For Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) related circuit testing, see appropriate DIAGNOSTIC TESTS under SELF
DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE.

WIRING DIAGRAMS

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Fig. 5: Electric Cooling Fan Wiring Diagram (2002-04 Models)

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