Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001HGJP
Model Year Start: 2019 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [02/2019 - 10/2019]
Title: FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER (for Gasoline Model): REMOVAL; 2019 MY RAV4 [02/2019 - 10/2019]

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

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Click here 2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING SUPPORT BRAKE SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

Battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected

Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)

Stop and start system

2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 12/2021]; STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: PRECAUTION

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane control system

2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 12/2021]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Parking support brake system (for Gasoline model)*

Pre-collision system

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking assist monitor system

2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)

2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Reset back door close position

Power back door system (for Gasoline model)

2019 - 2023 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2023]; DOOR / HATCH: POWER BACK DOOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Back door lock initialization

Power door lock control system

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; DOOR LOCK: POWER DOOR LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

ECM

Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or frame number registration

DTC P063051 is output

w/ Canister Pump Module: 2019 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2019]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM (w/ Canister Pump Module): INITIALIZATION

w/o Canister Pump Module: 2019 - 2020 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 08/2020]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM (w/o Canister Pump Module): INITIALIZATION

Code registration

Engine start function

w/ Smart Key System: 2019 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2019]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): REGISTRATION

w/o Smart Key System: 2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2022]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: IMMOBILISER SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model without Smart Key System): REGISTRATION

for UB80E:

  • If transaxle compensation code read from ECM
    • Perform reset memory
    • Transfer transaxle compensation code
    • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

for Initialization: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Registration: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

for UB80E:

  • If transaxle compensation code not read from ECM
    • Perform reset memory
    • Reset transaxle compensation code
    • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn

for UB80F:

  • If transaxle compensation code read from ECM
    • Perform reset memory
    • Transfer transaxle compensation code
    • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

for Initialization: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Registration: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

for UB80F:

  • If transaxle compensation code not read from ECM
    • Perform reset memory
    • Reset transaxle compensation code
    • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired
  • Replacement of air fuel ratio sensor

Inspection after repair

  • Poor idle, etc.
  • Engine start function, etc.

w/ Canister Pump Module: 2019 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2019]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM (w/ Canister Pump Module): INITIALIZATION

w/o Canister Pump Module: 2019 - 2020 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 08/2020]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM (w/o Canister Pump Module): INITIALIZATION

Automatic transaxle assembly

for UB80E:

  • Reset memory
  • Input transaxle compensation code into ECM
  • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

for Initialization: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Registration: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

for UB80F:

  • Reset memory
  • Input transaxle compensation code into ECM
  • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

for Initialization: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Registration: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

Replacement of automatic transaxle fluid

ATF thermal degradation estimate reset

The value of the Data List item "ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate" is not estimated correctly

for UB80E: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for UB80F: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Suspension, tires, etc.

Television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting)

Parking assist monitor system

2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

  • Parking assist ECU initialization
  • Adjust steering angle

Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)

2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

Perform headlight ECU sub-assembly LH initialization

Lighting system (EXT)(w/ Headlight ECU)

2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 12/2021]; LIGHTING (EXT): LIGHTING SYSTEM (w/ Headlight ECU without AFS): INITIALIZATION

Front wheel alignment adjustment

  1. Perform "Reset Memory".
  2. Perform acceleration sensor zero point calibration and store system information memorization.
  • VSC is disabled or malfunctions
  • DTCs are output
  • Slip indicator light illuminates
  • ABS warning light illuminates

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED BRAKE SYSTEM (w/ Vacuum Brake Booster): UTILITY

Front bumper assembly (Including removal and installation)

Front television camera view adjustment

Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)

2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

for Type A:

  • Perform power steering ECU initial setting
  • DTCs are output
  • EPS warning light illuminates

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type A): UTILITY

for Type B:

  • Perform torque sensor zero point calibration
  • Assist map writing
  • DTCs are output
  • EPS warning light illuminates

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type B): CALIBRATION

NOTICE:

  • After the ignition switch is turned off, the radio and display receiver assembly records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, be sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

    Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Auxiliary Battery Terminal

    System Name

    See Procedure

    Vehicle enrolled in Toyota Entune system or safety connect system

    6 minutes

    Vehicle not enrolled in Toyota Entune system and safety connect system

    1 minute

  • This procedure includes the removal of small-head bolts. Refer to Small-Head Bolts of Basic Repair Hint to identify the small-head bolts.

    Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; INTRODUCTION: REPAIR INSTRUCTION: PRECAUTION

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE

Click here 2019 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2019]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL

2. REMOVE FUEL DELIVERY GUARD

Click here 2019 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2019]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

3. INSTALL ENGINE HANGERS

Click here 2019 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2019]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

4. REMOVE STEERING GEAR HEAT INSULATOR

Click here 2019 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 - 10/2019]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL+

5. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS

Click here 2019 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 - 10/2019]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL+

6. REMOVE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY (for 2WD)

(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 FRAME ASSEMBLY (for AWD)

(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.

8. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER BAR WITH BRACKET

Click here 2019 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 - 10/2019]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL+

9. REMOVE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

Click here 2019 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 - 10/2019]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL+

10. 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.

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

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

12. REMOVE NO. 2 EXHAUST PIPE SUPPORT BRACKET

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