- ECU data save
- ECU data initialization
- ECU data write
| Last Modified: 05-08-2025 | 6.11:8.1.0 | Doc ID: RM100000002FQGL |
| Model Year Start: 2019 | Model: RAV4 | Prod Date Range: [11/2018 - ] |
| Title: AXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL: REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY (for Torque Vectoring Differential): REMOVAL; 2019 - 2025 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - ] | ||
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
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Replaced Part or Performed Procedure |
Necessary Procedure |
Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed |
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Electro magnetic control coupling sub-assembly |
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Dynamic torque vectoring AWD system |
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Rear electro magnetic control clutch sub-assembly (Rear differential carrier assembly) |
Disconnect system function check |
PROCEDURE
1. DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL
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![2019 - 2023 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 10/2023]; MAINTENANCE: DIFFERENTIAL OIL: REPLACEMENT](/t3Portal/stylegraphics/info.gif)
2. REMOVE PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY
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3. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER BAR
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4. REMOVE NO. 1 FUEL TANK PROTECTOR
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5. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH
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6. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure described for the LH side.
7. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
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8. REMOVE REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY
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9. REMOVE CHILD RESTRAINT SEAT ANCHOR BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
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10. REMOVE TONNEAU COVER ASSEMBLY (w/ Tonneau Cover)
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11. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY
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12. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 FLOOR BOARD
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13. REMOVE REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE
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14. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 FLOOR MAT SUPPORT SIDE PLATE
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15. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
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16. REMOVE REAR DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH
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17. REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH LH
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18. REMOVE TETHER ANCHOR BRACKET SET
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19. REMOVE LUGGAGE HOLD BELT STRIKER ASSEMBLY
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20. REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE PANEL ASSEMBLY LH
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21. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT
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(a) Remove the 4 bolts, 2 nuts and differential support from the rear No. 2 differential support and torque vectoring differential carrier assembly. |
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(b) Temporarily install the 2 bolts and 2 nuts. |
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22. REMOVE TORQUE VECTORING DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY
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(a) Disconnect the 3 connectors. |
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(b) Remove the grommet of the frame wire and pass the connector through the hole to the outside of the vehicle.
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(c) w/ Height Control Sensor: (1) Disengage the 7 wire harness clamps to separate the frame wire. |
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(d) w/o Height Control Sensor: (1) Disengage the 6 wire harness clamps to separate the frame wire. |
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(e) Support the torque vectoring differential carrier assembly with 2 attachments or equivalent tools as shown in the illustration.
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Attachment |
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Attachment Installation Position |
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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.
23. REMOVE FRAME WIRE
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(a) Disconnect the 2 connectors and breather tube. |
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(b) Disengage the clamp to remove the frame wire.
24. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT
(a) Remove the 2 upper rear differential mount stoppers from the rear No. 2 differential support.
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(b) Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and rear No. 2 differential support from the torque vectoring differential carrier assembly. |
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25. REMOVE REAR DIFFERENTIAL DAMPER
(a) Remove the bolt and rear differential damper from the rear No. 2 differential support.
26. REMOVE REAR DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT
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(a) Remove the 3 bolts and rear differential support from the torque vectoring differential carrier assembly. |
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