STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL; 2021 - 2024 MY Camry HV [10/2020

Last Modified: 11-20-2023	6.11:8.1.0	Doc ID: RM100000001T7VD
Model Year Start: 2021	Model: Camry HV	Prod Date Range: [10/2020 - ]
Title: STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL; 2021 - 2024 MY Camry HV [10/2020 - ]

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
Auxiliary battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane tracing assist system
		Pre-collision system
		Lighting system (w/ AFS)(EXT)
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Parking assist monitor system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Panoramic view monitor system
Replacement of ECM	Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) registration	MIL illuminates
Replacement of engine assembly Replacement of air fuel ratio sensor (sensor 2) Replacement of engine coolant temperature sensor Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired	Inspection After Repair	Poor idle, etc. Engine start function, etc.
Replacement of inverter with converter assembly	Resolver learning	DTCs are stored Slight vibration at a vehicle speed of 5 km/h (3 mph) or less Shock or vibration during acceleration	for Nickel Metal Hydride Battery: for Lithium-ion Battery:
Replacement of hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly	Resolver learning Initialize resolver		for Nickel Metal Hydride Battery: for Lithium-ion Battery:
Front wheel alignment adjustment	Clear zero point calibration data. Perform yaw rate and acceleration sensor zero point calibration.	DTCs are stored ABS warning light illuminates Brake warning light / yellow (minor malfunction) illuminates Slip indicator light illuminates VSC disabled or malfunctions
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: for Calibration:
Replacement of front bumper assembly	Front television camera view adjustment	Panoramic view monitor system	for Initialization: for Calibration:
Suspension, tires, etc. (The vehicle height changes because of suspension or tire replacement)	Television camera controller initialization Adjust steering angle Rear television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting)	Panoramic view monitor system	for Initialization: for Calibration:
Replacement of headlight ECU sub-assembly LH	Synchronize the vehicle information Perform headlight ECU sub-assembly LH initialization	Lighting system (w/ AFS)(EXT)
Suspension, tires, etc. (The vehicle height changes because of suspension or tire replacement)	Perform headlight ECU sub-assembly LH initialization	Lighting system (w/ AFS)(EXT)
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

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.

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(b) When disconnecting or reconnecting the connectors:

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

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

NOTICE:

Do not turn the power switch on (IG) 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.

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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

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5. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD LH

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6. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD RH

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7. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER

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8. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY

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9. 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.

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

10. 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.

SST: 09960-20010

09961-02010

*a	String	*b	Molybdenum Grease Application Area
*c	Place wrench here	*d	Center Nut
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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.

11. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

12. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE

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13. REMOVE STEERING GEAR HEAT INSULATOR

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

14. 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.

15. REMOVE FUEL DELIVERY GUARD

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16. INSTALL ENGINE HANGER

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17. REMOVE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY

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18. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER BAR WITH BRACKET

(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.

19. 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.

20. 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

21. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH

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

Matchmark

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

22. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.