AXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL: REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY (for Torque Vectoring Differential): REMOVAL; 2022 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [12/2021

Last Modified: 05-09-2023	6.11:8.1.0	Doc ID: RM1000000021FET
Model Year Start: 2022	Model: RAV4	Prod Date Range: [12/2021 - 10/2022]
Title: AXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL: REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY (for Torque Vectoring Differential): REMOVAL; 2022 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [12/2021 - 10/2022]

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 torque vectoring differential carrier 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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Battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected	Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)	Stop and start system
	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
		Parking support brake system (for Gasoline model)*
		Pre-collision system
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system (for Gasoline model)
	Power back door initialization	Power door lock control system
Electro magnetic control coupling sub-assembly	ECU data save ECU data initialization ECU data write	Dynamic torque vectoring AWD system
Rear electro magnetic control clutch sub-assembly (rear differential carrier assembly)	Disconnect system function check	Dynamic torque vectoring AWD system
Wheel alignment adjustment	Perform "Calibration"	DTCs are stored ABS warning light illuminates Brake system warning light (yellow indicator) illuminates Slip indicator light illuminates Brake control disabled or malfunctions (brake drag, etc.)
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 Gasoline model)
Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired	Inspection After Repair	Poor idle, etc. Engine start function, etc.

CAUTION:

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 audio and visual system records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, make sure to wait at least 2 minutes before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
When the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal and the security lock setting has been enabled, multi-display operations will be disabled upon next startup unless the password is entered. Be sure to check the security lock setting before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

NOTICE:

After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work.

2. DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL

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3. REMOVE PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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4. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER BAR

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5. REMOVE NO. 1 FUEL TANK PROTECTOR

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6. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH

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7. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

8. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

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NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

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9. REMOVE REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY

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

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

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12. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY

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13. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 FLOOR BOARD

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14. REMOVE REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE

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

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16. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

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17. REMOVE REAR DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH

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18. REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH LH

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19. REMOVE TETHER ANCHOR BRACKET SET

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20. REMOVE LUGGAGE HOLD BELT STRIKER ASSEMBLY

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21. REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE PANEL ASSEMBLY LH

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22. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT

(a) Remove the 4 bolts, 2 nuts and differential support from the rear No. 2 differential support and torque vectoring differential carrier assembly.

(b) Temporarily install the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

23. REMOVE TORQUE VECTORING DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the 3 connectors.

(b) Remove the grommet of the frame wire and pass the connector through the hole to the outside of the vehicle.

(1) Disengage the 7 wire harness clamps to separate the frame wire.

(d) w/o Height Control Sensor:

(1) Disengage the 6 wire harness clamps to separate the frame wire.

(e) Support the torque vectoring differential carrier assembly with 2 attachments or equivalent tools as shown in the illustration.

*a	Attachment	-	-
	Attachment Installation Position	-	-

CAUTION:

The torque vectoring differential carrier assembly is a heavy component. Make sure that it is supported securely.

NOTICE:

Use attachments or equivalent tools to keep the torque vectoring differential carrier assembly level.
Be careful not to damage the frame wire.

(f) Remove the 3 bolts and 2 rear lower differential mount stoppers.

(g) Slowly lower the jack and then tilt the torque vectoring differential carrier assembly.

24. REMOVE FRAME WIRE

(a) Disconnect the 2 connectors and breather tube.

(b) Disengage the clamp to remove the frame wire.

25. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT

(a) Remove the 2 upper rear differential mount stoppers from the rear No. 2 differential support.

(b) Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and rear No. 2 differential support from the torque vectoring differential carrier assembly.

26. REMOVE REAR DIFFERENTIAL DAMPER

(a) Remove the bolt and rear differential damper from the rear No. 2 differential support.

27. REMOVE REAR DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT

(a) Remove the 3 bolts and rear differential support from the torque vectoring differential carrier assembly.