REAR SUSPENSION: REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER (for HV Model AWD): REMOVAL; 2021 MY RAV4 HV [08/2020

Last Modified: 01-30-2024	6.11:8.1.0	Doc ID: RM100000001S0JV
Model Year Start: 2021	Model: RAV4 HV	Prod Date Range: [08/2020 - 12/2021]
Title: REAR SUSPENSION: REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER (for HV Model AWD): REMOVAL; 2021 MY RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]

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 rear suspension member sub-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
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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
Rear 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.)	Television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting)	Parking assist monitor system
	Parking assist ECU initialization Adjust steering angle	Panoramic view monitor system (for HV model)
Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired	Inspection after repair	Poor idle, etc. Engine start function, etc.

CAUTION:

This vehicle has contains high voltage circuits standardized with orange colored wiring and connectors, so follow the instructions in this manual to perform the procedures correctly.
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If the correct procedures are not followed according to the instructions in this manual, there is a danger of electric shock from the high voltage circuits.
Be sure to wear insulating gloves when working on high voltage wiring or components.
If work is performed without wearing insulating gloves, there is a danger of electric shock.
To prevent burns, do not touch the engine, exhaust pipe or other high temperature components while the engine is hot.

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 (-) 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

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE NO. 1 FLOOR UNDER COVER (w/ NO. 1 FLOOR UNDER COVER)

(a) Remove the 3 bolts, 3 clips and No. 1 floor under cover from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

2. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER BAR

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3. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH

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4. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

5. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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6. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

7. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Remove the bolt, nut and rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

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

8. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

9. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP

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10. DISCONNECT ENGINE ROOM MAIN WIRE

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11. REMOVE CONNECTOR COVER ASSEMBLY

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12. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE

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13. INSTALL CONNECTOR COVER ASSEMBLY

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14. CONNECT ENGINE ROOM MAIN WIRE

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15. REMOVE REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY

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16. REMOVE CHILD RESTRAINT SEAT ANCHOR BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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17. REMOVE TONNEAU COVER ASSEMBLY (w/ Tonneau Cover)

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18. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY

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19. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 FLOOR BOARD

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20. REMOVE REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE

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21. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 FLOOR MAT SUPPORT SIDE PLATE

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22. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

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23. REMOVE REAR DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH

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24. REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH LH

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25. REMOVE TETHER ANCHOR BRACKET SET

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26. REMOVE LUGGAGE HOLD BELT STRIKER ASSEMBLY

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27. REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE PANEL ASSEMBLY LH

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28. DISCONNECT FLOOR UNDER WIRE

CAUTION:

Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

NOTICE:

Insulate the disconnected connectors with insulating tape.

(a) Disengage the clamp.

(b) Remove the 2 bolts and HV floor under wire from the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not damage the terminals, interlock connector or rear traction motor with transaxle assembly during disconnection.
Do not touch the waterproof seal or terminals of the connector.
Do not allow any foreign matter or water to enter the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.
Although the connector may feel loose, this is not due to a malfunction.

*a	Waterproof Seal

Front of the Vehicle

29. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) w/ Height Control Sensor:

(1) Disconnect the 2 connectors.

(b) w/o Height Control Sensor:

(1) Disconnect the connector.

(d) w/ Height Control Sensor:

(1) Disengage the 5 clamps to separate the wire harness.

(e) w/o Height Control Sensor:

(1) Disengage the 4 clamps to separate the wire harness.

(f) Using an engine lifter and 4 attachments or equivalent tools, support the rear suspension member sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.

CAUTION:

The rear suspension member sub-assembly is a very heavy component. Make sure that it is supported securely.
If the rear suspension member sub-assembly is not securely supported, it may drop, resulting in serious injury.

NOTICE:

Use attachments or equivalent tools to keep the rear suspension member sub-assembly level.

*a	Engine Lifter
*b	Attachment
	Attachment and Wooden Block Placement Location

(g) Remove the 2 bolts, 4 nuts, 2 rear suspension member lower stoppers, rear suspension member lower brace LH and rear suspension member lower brace RH.

(h) Slowly lower the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

When lowering the rear suspension member sub-assembly, be careful not to damage the vehicle body or other components installed to the vehicle.

(i) for TMC Made:

(1) Remove the 4 rear suspension member cushions from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

HINT:

Make sure to place an identification mark on the rear suspension member cushion so that they can be reinstalled to their original positions.

(j) for TMMC Made:

(1) Remove the 2 rear suspension member cushions and 2 upper differential support member stoppers from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

HINT:

Make sure to place an identification mark on the rear suspension member cushion and upper differential support member stopper so that they can be reinstalled to their original positions.

30. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS

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31. REMOVE REAR TRACTION MOTOR WITH TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY

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32. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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33. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

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

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

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

36. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION LH

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37. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

38. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION

(a) Using SST, remove the differential mount cushion.

SST: 09316-12010

SST: 09570-24011

*1	Rear Suspension Member Sub-assembly	-	-
*a	Turn	*b	Hold
	Turning Direction		Front of Vehicle
	SST Bolt Position	-	-

NOTICE:

Do not bring SST into contact with the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
Before using SST, apply grease to SST bolt.
Set SST in the correct direction.
Do not tilt the bolt of SST.
Do not reuse the differential mount cushion.

39. REMOVE HOLE PLUG

(a) Remove the 6 hole plugs from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

HINT:

There are 2 different shapes of hole plug.