Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM1000000026QI0
Model Year Start: 2023 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [10/2022 - 10/2023]
Title: STEERING COLUMN: STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL; 2023 MY RAV4 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 steering column assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for HV Model:)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedures

Effect/Inoperative Function When Necessary Procedures are not Performed

Link

*: When performing learning using the Techstream.

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

Auxiliary battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected

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

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.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for Gasoline Model:)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function When Necessary Procedures are not Performed

Link

*: When performing learning using the Techstream.

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

Battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected

Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)

Stop and start system

2023 MY RAV4 [10/2022 - 10/2023]; STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: PRECAUTION

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 Gasoline model)*

Pre-collision system

Reset back door close position

Power back door system (for Gasoline model)

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

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

CAUTION:

Be sure to read precaution thoroughly before servicing.

Click here 2021 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM: 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.

2. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

3. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY (for HV Model)

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FXS AUXILIARY BATTERY: REMOVAL+

4. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 FLOOR BOARD (for HV Model)

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FXS AUXILIARY BATTERY: REMOVAL+

5. REMOVE BATTERY HOLE COVER (for HV Model)

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FXS AUXILIARY BATTERY: REMOVAL+

6. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL

  • for A25A-FKS: Click here 2023 MY RAV4 [10/2022 - 10/2023]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FKS BATTERY: REMOVAL+
  • for A25A-FXS: Click here 2023 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FXS AUXILIARY BATTERY: REMOVAL+

CAUTION:

  •  Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
  • If the airbag deploys for any reason, it may cause a serious accident.

NOTICE:

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

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; INTRODUCTION: REPAIR INSTRUCTION: INITIALIZATION

7. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

Click here 2021 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: ROOF HEADLINING: REMOVAL+

8. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH

Click here 2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD: REMOVAL+

9. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

Click here 2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD: REMOVAL+

10. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

Click here 2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD: REMOVAL+

11. REMOVE FUSE BOX OPENING COVER

Click here 2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD: REMOVAL+

12. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY

Click here 2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD: REMOVAL+

13. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

14. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; STEERING COLUMN: STEERING WHEEL: REMOVAL

15. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY

Click here 2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD: REMOVAL+

16. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN LOWER COVER

(a) Remove the 3 screws.

Place Hands Here

Remove in this Direction

(b) While pressing the push area shown in the illustration to detach the 2 claws, slightly lower the lower steering column cover sub-assembly.

17. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN UPPER COVER

Remove in this Direction

(a) Detach the claw and separate the upper steering column cover.

(b) Detach the 2 claws and 4 clips to remove the upper steering column cover.

18. REMOVE COMBINATION SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY

NOTICE:

  • Do not replace the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly with the battery connected and the ignition switch ON.
  • Do not rotate the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly without the steering wheel assembly installed, with the battery connected and the ignition switch ON.
  • Ensure that the steering wheel assembly is installed and aligned straight when inspecting the steering sensor.

(a) Disconnect each connector from the turn signal switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly.

(b) Using pliers, support the band clamp while loosened.

(c) Detach the claw to remove the turn signal switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly from the steering column assembly.

19. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT (for TMC Made)

(a) Remove the 2 bolts.

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View A

Front

(b) Detach the 3 claws to remove the No. 1 air duct.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to deform or damage the lower heater case of the air conditioner unit assembly when removing the No. 1 air duct.

20. REMOVE NO. 2 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMMC Made)

(a) Remove the 2 bolts.

*a

View A

Front

(b) Detach the 3 claws to remove the No. 2 air duct sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to deform or damage the lower heater case of the air conditioner unit assembly when removing the No. 2 air duct sub-assembly.

21. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL LH

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

22. DISCONNECT STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

Click here 2023 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 - 10/2023]; STEERING COLUMN: STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

23. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER

(a) Turn back the floor carpet.

(b) Remove the clip.

(c) Detach the 2 clips to remove the steering column hole cover.

24. REMOVE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

(a) Using a screwdriver, loosen the clamp as shown in the illustration.

(b) Remove the bolt and slide the steering intermediate shaft assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not remove the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the steering column assembly.

*a

Matchmark

(c) Put matchmarks on the steering intermediate shaft assembly and steering column assembly.

(d) Remove the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the steering column assembly.

25. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect each connector and disengage each wire harness clamp from the steering column assembly.

(b) Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and steering column assembly.