Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM1000000021J5B
Model Year Start: 2022 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [12/2021 -           ]
Title: PARKING BRAKE: FORCED RELEASE (w/o Vacuum Brake Booster): OPERATION METHOD; 2022 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [12/2021 -        ]

OPERATION METHOD

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

If work is performed without first securing the vehicle, the vehicle may start moving and cause a serious accident or other disaster. Therefore, be sure to use wheel chocks to secure the vehicle before performing work.

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

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2. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY

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3. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 FLOOR BOARD

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4. REMOVE BATTERY HOLE COVER

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5. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

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6. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

7. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH

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8. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

9. PARKING BRAKE FORCED RELEASE

CAUTION:

Work on a level surface to ensure safety.

NOTICE:

  • To release the parking brake, follow the procedure for when using SST.
  • If the parking brake cannot be released, follow the procedure for when not using SST.
  • When moving the vehicle after releasing the parking brake, install all parts and do not connect the 2 connectors shown in the illustration.
  • If the ignition switch is ON or the hybrid system or engine is started with the 2 connectors disconnected, a DTC may be stored. Clear any DTCs after performing work.

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(a) When using SST:

(1) Park the vehicle on a level surface and move the shift position is in P.

(2) Turn the ignition switch off and use wheel chocks to secure the vehicle.

(3) Disconnect the 2 connectors shown in the illustration.

(4) Connect SST (09756-48020) to SST (09756-48070).

SST: 09756-48020

SST: 09756-48070

*1

Brake Pedal

*2

Auxiliary Battery

*a

SST (09756-48020)

*b

SST (09756-48070)

*c

Release Button

*d

Finished Light

Connector

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(5) Connect SST (09756-48070) to the 2 connectors.

(6) Connect SST (09756-48020) to the auxiliary battery.

(7) Push the release button on SST (09756-48020) with the brake pedal depressed.

CAUTION:

The vehicle may suddenly move when the parking brake is released. Make sure to perform the release operation with the brake pedal depressed.

HINT:

  • Confirm that the parking brake is operating by listening for operation sounds.
  • If no operation sounds are heard, push the release button on SST (09756-48020) with the brake pedal depressed.
  • The parking brake may not release if the auxiliary battery voltage is too low. In this case, perform the release operation again using a fully charged or new auxiliary battery.

(8) When the finished light of SST (09756-48020) illuminates, release the brake pedal.

(9) Move the vehicle forward and rearward to check that the parking brake is released.

CAUTION:

Be careful when performing this operation. The vehicle may suddenly move.

NOTICE:

When moving the vehicle after releasing the parking brake, check that the 2 connectors are disconnected.

(b) When not using SST:

NOTICE:

Perform the following procedure only when the parking brake cannot be released using SST.

HINT:

  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
  • The following procedure is for the LH side.

(1) Park the vehicle on a level surface and check that the shift position is in P.

(2) Turn the ignition switch off and use wheel chocks to secure the vehicle.

(3) Check that the 2 connectors shown in the illustration have been disconnected.

(4) Remove the rear wheel.

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CAUTION:

When using a jack to lift the vehicle, make sure to support the vehicle using safety stands. Do not work on the vehicle with it supported only by a jack.

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(5) Disconnect the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector from the parking brake actuator assembly.

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(6) Remove the parking brake actuator assembly from the rear disc brake cylinder assembly.

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(7) Insert an L-shaped T45 "TORX" wrench into the rear disc brake cylinder assembly.

(8) Turn the L-shaped T45 "TORX" wrench 2 full rotations clockwise to release the parking brake lock.

NOTICE:

When moving the vehicle after releasing the parking brake, install all parts and do not connect the 2 connectors shown in the illustration.

10. INSTALL COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH

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11. INSTALL COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

12. INSTALL FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

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13. INSTALL FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

14. INSTALL BATTERY HOLE COVER

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15. INSTALL REAR NO. 2 FLOOR BOARD

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16. INSTALL DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY

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