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Repair Procedures: Inspection

WARNING:
  • Be sure to read and follow the "GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION AND CAUTION " before doing any work related with the high voltage system. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious electrical injuries.
  • Be sure to shut off the high voltage circuit according to the "HIGH VOLTAGE SHUTOFF PROCEDURE " before doing any work related with the high voltage system to avoid serious electrical injuries.
  1. Shut off the high voltage circuit.

    (Refer to Automatic Transaxle System - "HIGH VOLTAGE SHUTOFF PROCEDURE ")

  2. Remove the hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly.

    (Refer to Hybrid Control System - "HYBRID POWER CONTROL UNIT ")

  3. Remove the high voltage cable (A) and HPCU tray (B).

    Tightening Torque: 

    19.6 - 29.4 N.m (2.0 - 3.0 kgf.m, 14.5 - 21.7 lb.ft)

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  4. Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A).
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  5. Measure the resistance between + terminal (9) and - terminal (13).
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  6. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
TRANSAXLE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Temp.[(°C)°F]/Resistance (kΩ) (-40)-40/48.1
(-20)-4.0/15.6
(0)32.0/5.88
(20)68.0/2.51
(40)104.0/1.19
(60)140.0/0.61
(80)176.0/0.32
(100)212.0/0.18
(120)248.0/0.10
(140)284.0/0.06
(150)302.0/0.05