Last Modified: 11-20-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM1000000014T4F
Model Year Start: 2018 Model: Camry Prod Date Range: [06/2017 - 08/2018]
Title: STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL; 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during rack and pinion power steering gear assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link
*1: w/ Smart Key System

*2: w/o Smart Key System

*3: When the ECM is replaced with a new one, reset memory is unnecessary.

*4: When performing learning using the Techstream.

Click here 2018 - 2020 MY Camry [06/2017 - 10/2020]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

Battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane departure alert system (w/ Steering Control)

2018 - 2020 MY Camry [03/2017 - 10/2020]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Pre-collision system

Intelligent clearance sonar system*4

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking Assist Monitor System

2018 - 2024 MY Camry [03/2017 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Panoramic view monitor system

2018 - 2020 MY Camry [06/2017 - 10/2020]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Replacement of ECM

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) registration

MIL comes on

for A25A-FKS: 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [03/2017 -        ]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

for 2GR-FKS: 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [06/2017 -        ]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

ECU communication ID registration (Immobiliser system)

Engine start function

w/ Smart Key System: 2018 - 2019 MY Camry [03/2017 - 09/2019]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function): REGISTRATION

w/o Smart Key System: 2018 - 2019 MY Camry [03/2017 - 09/2019]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: IMMOBILISER SYSTEM (w/o Smart Key System): REGISTRATION

  • Replacement of engine assembly
  • Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired

Inspection After Repair
  • Poor idle, etc.
  • Engine start function, etc.

for A25A-FKS: 2018 - 2019 MY Camry [03/2017 - 09/2019]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for 2GR-FKS: 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Replacement of automatic transaxle assembly
  1. Reset memory
  2. Input transaxle compensation code into ECM
  3. Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

for UB80E Initialization: 2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 08/2018]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for UB80E Registration: 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [03/2017 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

for UA80E Initialization: 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; UA80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for UA80E Registration: 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [06/2017 -        ]; UA80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

Replacement of ECM

(If possible, read the transaxle compensation code from the previous ECM)
  1. Reset memory*3
  2. Transfer transaxle compensation code
  3. Perform road test to allow ECM to learn

Replacement of ECM

(If impossible, read the transaxle compensation code from the previous ECM)
  1. Reset memory*3
  2. Reset transaxle compensation code
  3. Perform road test to allow ECM to learn

Replacement of ECM*1

Code registration (Smart key System (for Start Function)
  • Wireless door lock control system
  • Smart key system (for Entry Function)
  • Smart key system (for Start Function)
  • Steering lock function

2018 - 2019 MY Camry [03/2017 - 09/2019]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function): REGISTRATION

Replacement of ECM*2

Code registration (Immobiliser system (w/o Smart Key System))
  • Wireless door lock control system
  • Engine start

2018 - 2019 MY Camry [03/2017 - 09/2019]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: IMMOBILISER SYSTEM (w/o Smart Key System): REGISTRATION

Front wheel alignment adjustment

Perform system variant learning and acceleration sensor zero point calibration.
  • VSC disabled or malfunctioning
  • DTCs are output
  • Slip indicator light illuminated
  • ABS warning light illuminated

w/ Electric Parking Brake System: 2018 - 2020 MY Camry [06/2017 - 10/2020]; BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM (w/ Electric Parking Brake System): CALIBRATION

w/o Electric Parking Brake System: 2018 - 2020 MY Camry [06/2017 - 10/2020]; BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM (w/o Electric Parking Brake System): CALIBRATION

Suspension, tires, etc.

(The vehicle height changes because of suspension or tire replacement)

Rear television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting)

Parking assist monitor system

for Initialization: 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [03/2017 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Calibration: 2018 - 2020 MY Camry [06/2017 - 10/2020]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

  • Measurement of ultrasonic sensor detection angle
  • Ultrasonic sensor detection angle registration
  • Intelligent clearance sonar system
  • Intuitive parking assist system

2018 - 2020 MY Camry [06/2017 - 10/2020]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

  • Television camera controller initialization
  • Adjust steering angle
  • Rear television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting)

Panoramic view monitor system

for Initialization: 2018 - 2020 MY Camry [06/2017 - 10/2020]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Calibration: 2018 - 2020 MY Camry [06/2017 - 10/2020]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly
  • Perform torque sensor zero point calibration
  • Assist Map Writing
  • DTCs are output
  • Steering effort different between turning steering wheel left and right
  • EPS warning light illuminates

2018 - 2020 MY Camry [06/2017 - 10/2020]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

(a) When handling the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly:

(1) Do not subject the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly (especially the motor and torque sensor) to any impact. Replace the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly with a new one if subjected to a strong impact.

(2) Do not pull the wire harness when moving the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

(3) When the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [03/2017 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

(b) When disconnecting or reconnecting the connectors:

(1) Before disconnecting connectors related to the power steering system, turn the ignition switch to ON, center the steering wheel, turn the ignition switch off, and then disconnect the connectors.

(2) Before reconnecting connectors related to the power steering system, ensure that the ignition switch is off. Then center the steering wheel and turn the ignition switch to ON.

NOTICE:

Do not turn the ignition switch to ON when the steering wheel is not centered.

(3) If the above operations are not carried out properly, the steering center point (zero point) will deviate, which may lead to a difference in steering effort between turning right and left.

HINT:

If there is a difference in steering effort between turning right and left, perform torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [03/2017 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

2. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

3. SECURE STEERING WHEEL

(a) Secure the steering wheel with the seat belt in order to prevent rotation.

HINT:

This operation is useful to prevent damage to the spiral cable.

4. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS

Click here 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [06/2017 -        ]; MAINTENANCE: TIRE AND WHEEL: REMOVAL+

5. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD LH

for A25A-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

for 2GR-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

6. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD RH

for A25A-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

for 2GR-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

7. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER

for A25A-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

for 2GR-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

8. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY (for A25A-FKS)

Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

9. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER LH (for 2GR-FKS)

Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

10. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER RH (for 2GR-FKS)

Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

11. SEPARATE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the bolt and slide the steering intermediate shaft assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not separate the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

*a

Matchmark

(b) Put matchmarks on the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly and steering intermediate shaft assembly.

(c) Separate the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

12. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Remove the cotter pin and nut.

(b) Install SST to the tie rod assembly LH as shown in the illustration.

SST: 09960-20010

09961-02060

NOTICE:

Make sure that the upper ends of the tie rod assembly LH and SST are aligned.

(c) Using SST, separate the tie rod assembly LH from the steering knuckle LH as shown in the illustration.

SST: 09960-20010

09961-02010

*a

String

*b

Molybdenum Grease Application Area

*c

Place wrench here

*d

Center Nut

Turn

-

-

CAUTION:

Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and end of the SST bolt.

NOTICE:

  • Be sure to tighten the string firmly to secure SST to the steering knuckle LH to prevent SST from falling off.
  • Install SST with the center nut so that (A) and (B) shown in the illustration are parallel. Otherwise, the ball joint dust cover may be damaged.
  • Be sure to place the wrench on the part shown in the illustration.
  • Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.
  • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
  • Do not damage the steering knuckle LH.

13. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

14. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE

for A25A-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL

for 2GR-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL

15. REMOVE STEERING GEAR HEAT INSULATOR (for A25A-FKS)

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and steering gear heat insulator from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

16. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS

(a) Disconnect the wire harness connector from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

HINT:

Release the lock before rotating the lock lever.

(b) Remove the 2 bolts and separate the wire harness from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

17. REMOVE FUEL DELIVERY GUARD (for A25A-FKS)

Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

18. INSTALL ENGINE HANGER

for A25A-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

for 2GR-FKS: Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

19. REMOVE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY

Click here 2018 MY Camry [06/2017 - 08/2018]; FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER: REMOVAL+

20. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER BAR WITH BRACKET (for A25A-FKS)

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front No. 1 stabilizer bracket LH from the front frame assembly.

*A

for TMC Made

*B

for TMMK Made

(b) Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front No. 1 stabilizer bracket sub-assembly RH from the front frame assembly.

*A

for TMC Made

*B

for TMMK Made

(c) Remove the front stabilizer bar with 2 front stabilizer links, front No. 1 stabilizer bracket LH, front No. 1 stabilizer bracket sub-assembly RH and 2 front No. 1 stabilizer bar bushings from the front frame assembly.

21. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER BAR WITH BRACKET (for 2GR-FKS)

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front No. 1 stabilizer bracket LH from the front frame assembly.

(b) Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front No. 1 stabilizer bracket RH from the front frame assembly.

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

(c) Remove the front stabilizer bar with 2 front stabilizer links, front No. 1 stabilizer bracket LH, front No. 1 stabilizer bracket RH and 2 front No. 1 stabilizer bar bushings from the front frame assembly.

22. REMOVE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 4 bolts, 4 nuts and rack and pinion power steering gear assembly from the front frame assembly.

NOTICE:

Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.

23. SECURE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

(a) Using SST, secure the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly in a vise.

SST: 09612-00012

HINT:

Wrap SST with protective tape before use.

*a

Protective Tape

24. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Put matchmarks on the tie rod assembly LH and rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

*a

Matchmark

(b) Remove the tie rod assembly LH and lock nut.

25. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

26. REMOVE STEERING GEAR HEAT INSULATOR (for 2GR-FKS)

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and steering gear heat insulator from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.