Last Modified: 11-20-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001CXR7
Model Year Start: 2018 Model: Camry Prod Date Range: [03/2017 - 06/2017]
Title: FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER: REMOVAL; 2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]

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 front frame 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.

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

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking Assist Monitor System

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

Replacement of ECM

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) registration

MIL comes on

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

ECU communication ID registration (Immobiliser system)

Engine start function

2018 - 2019 MY Camry [03/2017 - 09/2019]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function): REGISTRATION *1

2018 - 2019 MY Camry [03/2017 - 09/2019]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: IMMOBILISER SYSTEM (w/o Smart Key System): REGISTRATION *2
  • Replacement of engine assembly
  • Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired

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

2018 - 2019 MY Camry [03/2017 - 09/2019]; A25A-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

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

2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL 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 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST 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 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE

Click here 2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL

2. REMOVE FUEL DELIVERY GUARD

Click here 2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

3. INSTALL ENGINE HANGER

Click here 2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

4. REMOVE STEERING GEAR HEAT INSULATOR

Click here 2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL+

5. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS

Click here 2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL+

6. REMOVE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 3 nuts and separate the front engine mounting insulator from the front frame assembly.

(b) Remove the 4 nuts and separate the rear engine mounting insulator from the front frame assembly.

7. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER BAR WITH BRACKET

Click here 2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL+

8. REMOVE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

Click here 2018 MY Camry [03/2017 - 06/2017]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL+

9. REMOVE FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Remove the 3 bolts, nut and front lower No. 1 suspension arm sub-assembly LH 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.

(b) Remove the front lower arm bushing stopper from the front lower No. 1 suspension arm sub-assembly.

10. REMOVE FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

11. REMOVE NO. 2 EXHAUST PIPE SUPPORT BRACKET

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and No. 2 exhaust pipe support bracket from the front frame assembly.

12. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER DYNAMIC DAMPER

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and front suspension member dynamic damper from the front frame assembly.

13. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING FRONT STOPPER

(a) Remove the 2 front suspension member body mounting front stoppers from the front frame assembly.

14. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING REAR STOPPER

(a) Remove the 2 front suspension member body mounting rear stoppers from the front frame assembly.

15. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING FRONT CUSHION (for LH Side)

(a) Using a chisel and hammer, kink the flange of the front suspension member body mounting front cushion as shown in the illustration.

*a

Flange

(b) Apply lubricant to the contact surfaces of the front suspension member body mounting front cushion.

(c) Install SST as shown in the illustration.

SST: 09830-10010

09830-01010

09830-01040

09830-01050

SST: 09950-40011

09951-04020

09952-04010

09954-04010

09955-04011

09958-04011

NOTICE:

Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

*1

Front Suspension Member Body Mounting Front Cushion

(d) Turn the SST center bolt as shown in the illustration to create a clearance between the front suspension member body mounting front cushion and the front frame assembly.

*a

Hold

Turn

(e) While applying lubricant to the front suspension member body mounting front cushion through the clearance, gradually remove the front suspension member body mounting front cushion.

NOTICE:

  • Tighten SST slowly and evenly.
  • Be careful as the mounting cushion may fly out.
  • The mounting cushion cannot be reused.

16. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING FRONT CUSHION (for RH Side)

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

17. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING REAR CUSHION LH

(a) Using a chisel and hammer, kink the flange of the front suspension member body mounting rear cushion LH as shown in the illustration.

*a

Flange

(b) Apply lubricant to the contact surfaces of the front suspension member body mounting rear cushion LH.

(c) Install SST as shown in the illustration.

SST: 09830-10010

09830-01010

09830-01040

09830-01050

SST: 09950-40011

09951-04020

09952-04010

09954-04010

09955-04011

09958-04011

NOTICE:

Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

*1

Front Suspension Member Body Mounting Rear Cushion LH

(d) Turn the SST center bolt as shown in the illustration to create a clearance between the front suspension member body mounting rear cushion LH and the front frame assembly.

*a

Hold

Turn

(e) While applying lubricant to the front suspension member body mounting rear cushion LH through the clearance, gradually remove the front suspension member body mounting rear cushion LH.

NOTICE:

  • Tighten SST slowly and evenly.
  • Be careful as the mounting cushion may fly out.
  • The mounting cushion cannot be reused.

18. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING REAR CUSHION

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the front suspension member body mounting rear cushion LH.

19. REMOVE HOLE PLUG

(a) Remove the 7 hole plugs from the front frame assembly.

HINT:

There are 2 different shapes of hole plug.