FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER (for HV Model): REMOVAL; 2020 MY RAV4 HV [10/2019

Last Modified: 01-30-2024	6.11:8.1.0	Doc ID: RM100000001LS7Z
Model Year Start: 2020	Model: RAV4 HV	Prod Date Range: [10/2019 - 08/2020]
Title: FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER (for HV Model): REMOVAL; 2020 MY RAV4 HV [10/2019 - 08/2020]

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 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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Auxiliary battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
		Parking support brake system (for HV model)*
		Pre-collision system
		Lighting system (EXT)(w/ AFS)
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Parking assist monitor system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Panoramic view monitor system (for HV model)
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system (for HV model)
	Back door lock initialization	Power door lock control system
ECM (w/ Canister Pump Module)	Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) registration	DTC P063051 is output
ECM (w/ Canister Pump Module)	Grill shutter switch specification infomation	Vehicle control history (RoB) [X260E] is stored
ECM (w/o Canister Pump Module)	Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) registration	DTC P063051 is output
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: w/o Canister Pump Module:
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 2WD: for AWD:
Hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly	Resolver learning Initialize resolver		for 2WD: for AWD:
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
Front bumper assembly (Including removal and installation)	Front television camera view adjustment	Panoramic view monitor system (for HV model)
Suspension, tires, etc.	Television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting)	Parking assist monitor system
Suspension, tires, etc.	Parking assist ECU initialization Adjust steering angle	Panoramic view monitor system (for HV model)
Replacement of the headlight ECU sub-assembly LH	Synchronize the vehicle information Perform headlight ECU sub-assembly LH initialization	Lighting system (EXT)(w/ Headlight ECU without AFS)
Replacement of the headlight ECU sub-assembly LH		Lighting system (EXT)(w/ AFS)
Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly	for Type A: Perform power steering ECU initial setting	DTCs are output EPS warning light illuminates
Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly	for Type B: Perform torque sensor zero point calibration Assist map writing	DTCs are output EPS warning light illuminates

NOTICE:

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

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

System Name	See Procedure
Vehicle enrolled in Toyota Audio Multimedia system or safety connect system	6 minutes
Vehicle not enrolled in Toyota Audio Multimedia 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.
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PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE

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2. REMOVE FUEL DELIVERY GUARD

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3. INSTALL ENGINE HANGERS

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4. REMOVE STEERING GEAR HEAT INSULATOR

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5. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS

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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

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8. REMOVE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

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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.

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced

for Type A:

for Type B:

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

PROCEDURE