Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM10000000258BZ
Model Year Start: 2023 Model: RAV4 HV Prod Date Range: [10/2022 - 10/2023]
Title: HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING: COMPRESSOR (for A25A-FXS): REMOVAL; 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed, or replaced during the compressor with motor assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedures

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedures are not Performed

Link

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Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING SUPPORT BRAKE SYSTEM (for HV Model): CALIBRATION

Disconnect cable from negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane control system

2022 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [12/2021 -        ]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Parking support brake system (for HV model)*

Pre-collision system

Reset back door close position

Power back door system (for HV model)

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

CAUTION:

  • Orange wire harnesses and connectors indicate high-voltage circuits. To prevent electric shock, always follow the procedure described in the repair manual.

    Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; HYBRID / BATTERY CONTROL: HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM (for AWD with NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY): PRECAUTION

  • To prevent electric shock, wear insulated gloves when working on wire harnesses and components of the high voltage system.

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 (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notices before proceeding with work.

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

2. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING: REFRIGERANT (for HFO-1234yf(R1234yf)): REPLACEMENT+

3. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; HYBRID / BATTERY CONTROL: SERVICE PLUG GRIP: REMOVAL

4. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE

(a) Disconnect the engine room main wire.

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; HYBRID / BATTERY CONTROL: FRAME WIRE: REMOVAL+

(b) Remove the connector cover assembly.

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; HYBRID / BATTERY CONTROL: INVERTER WITH CONVERTER (for AWD): REMOVAL+

(c) Check the terminal voltage.

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; HYBRID / BATTERY CONTROL: INVERTER WITH CONVERTER (for AWD): REMOVAL+

(d) Install the connector cover assembly.

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; HYBRID / BATTERY CONTROL: HV BATTERY (for NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY): REMOVAL+

(e) Connect the engine room main wire.

Click here 2021 - 2024 MY RAV4 HV [08/2020 -        ]; HYBRID / BATTERY CONTROL: FRAME WIRE: INSTALLATION+

5. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH

Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; MAINTENANCE: TIRE AND WHEEL: REMOVAL

6. REMOVE FRONT FENDER MOULDING SUB-ASSEMBLY RH (for TMC Made)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the LH side.

Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; EXTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: WHEEL OPENING MOULDING (for Front): REMOVAL+

7. REMOVE FRONT FENDER FRONT OUTSIDE MOULDING RH (for TMMC Made)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the front fender moulding sub-assembly RH (for TMC Made).

8. REMOVE FRONT FENDER FRONT SPLASH SHIELD LH

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

9. REMOVE FRONT FENDER FRONT SPLASH SHIELD RH

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

10. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

11. REMOVE FRONT FENDER MUDGUARD RH (w/ Mudguard)

(a) for Short Type:

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the LH side.

Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; EXTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: MUDGUARD: REMOVAL+

(b) for Long Type:

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the LH side.

Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; EXTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: MUDGUARD: REMOVAL+

12. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH (for TMC Made)

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

13. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH (for TMMC Made)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the front fender apron seal RH (for TMC Made).

14. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER RH

Click here 2021 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 -        ]; WIPER / WASHER: WASHER MOTOR: REMOVAL+

15. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not apply excessive force to the suction hose sub-assembly.

(b) Remove the O-ring from the suction hose sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.

16. DISCONNECT NO. 1 COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE

(a) Remove the bolt and disconnect the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.

NOTICE:

Do not apply excessive force to the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.

(b) Remove the O-ring from the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.

NOTICE:

Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.

17. REMOVE COMPRESSOR WITH MOTOR ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the connector (A).

Connector (A)

(b) Remove the 2 nuts.

(c) Using an E8 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 2 stud bolts and bolt.

NOTICE:

Do not drop or subject the parts to any impact.

Bolt

Stud Bolt

(d) Slide the green-colored lock of the connector (B) as shown in the illustration to release it and disconnect the connector.

Connector (B)

Slide

Green-colored Lock

CAUTION:

Make sure to wear insulated gloves.

NOTICE:

Insulate the disconnected terminals and connector with insulating tape.

(e) Remove the compressor with motor assembly from the location shown in the illustration.

NOTICE:

Do not damage surrounding parts.