Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000002FRFL
Model Year Start: 2024 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [10/2023 -           ]
Title: STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: REMOVAL; 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2023 -        ]

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 rack and pinion power steering gear assembly removal/installation are shown below.

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

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link

*: When performing learning using the Techstream.

Click here 2024 MY RAV4 HV [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

2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2023 -        ]; DOOR / HATCH: POWER BACK DOOR SYSTEM: PRECAUTION

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

ECM

Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) registration

DTC P063051 is output

2021 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 -        ]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

Grille shutter switch specification infomation

Vehicle control history (RoB) [X260E] is stored

2022 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [12/2021 -        ]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

  • Air fuel ratio sensor (sensor 1)
  • Air fuel ratio sensor (sensor 2)
  • Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired

Inspection after repair

  • Poor idle, etc.
  • Engine start function, etc.

2022 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [12/2021 -        ]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Inverter with converter assembly

Resolver learning

  • DTCs are stored
  • Slight vibration at a vehicle speed of 5 km/h (3 mph) or less
  • Shock or vibration during acceleration

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

for LITHIUM-ION BATTERY: 2020 - 2024 MY RAV4 HV [06/2020 -        ]; HYBRID / BATTERY CONTROL: MOTOR GENERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM (for LITHIUM-ION BATTERY): UTILITY

Hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly

  • Resolver learning
  • Initialize resolver

Front wheel alignment adjustment

  1. Perform "Reset Memory"
  2. 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.)

2022 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [12/2021 -        ]; BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED BRAKE SYSTEM (w/o Vacuum Brake Booster): UTILITY

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

for Type A:

  • Perform power steering ECU initial setting
  • DTCs are output
  • EPS warning light illuminates

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type A): UTILITY

for Type B:

  • Perform torque sensor zero point calibration
  • Assist map writing
  • DTCs are output
  • EPS warning light illuminates

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type B): CALIBRATION

Front bumper assembly (Including removal and installation)

Front television camera view adjustment

Panoramic view monitor system (for HV model)

2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for HV Model): CALIBRATION

Suspension, tires, etc.

Television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting)

Parking assist monitor system

2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

Parking assist ECU initialization

Panoramic view monitor system (for HV model)

2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for HV Model): CALIBRATION

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 Procedure not Performed

Link

*1: When performing learning using the Techstream.

Click here 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2023 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING SUPPORT BRAKE SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

*2: w/o Power Back Door System

Battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected

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

Stop and start system

2024 MY RAV4 [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)*1

Pre-collision system

Reset back door close position

Power back door system

2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2023 -        ]; DOOR / HATCH: POWER BACK DOOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Back door lock initialization*2

Power door lock control system

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; DOOR LOCK: POWER DOOR LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

ECM

Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or frame number registration

DTC P063051 is output

2021 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 -        ]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

Code registration

Engine start function

w/ Smart Key System: 2022 - 2024 MY RAV4 HV [12/2021 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): REGISTRATION

w/o Smart Key System: 2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2022 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: IMMOBILISER SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model without Smart Key System): REGISTRATION

for UB80E:

  • If transaxle compensation code read from ECM
    • Perform reset memory
    • Transfer transaxle compensation code
    • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

for Initialization: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Registration: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

for UB80E:

  • If transaxle compensation code not read from ECM
    • Perform reset memory
    • Reset transaxle compensation code
    • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn

for UB80F:

  • If transaxle compensation code read from ECM
    • Perform reset memory
    • Transfer transaxle compensation code
    • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

for Initialization: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Registration: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

for UB80F:

  • If transaxle compensation code not read from ECM
    • Perform reset memory
    • Reset transaxle compensation code
    • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Air fuel ratio sensor (sensor 1)
  • Air fuel ratio sensor (sensor 2)
  • Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired

Inspection after repair

  • Poor idle, etc.
  • Engine start function, etc.

2022 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [12/2021 -        ]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Automatic transaxle assembly

for UB80E:

  • Perform reset memory
  • Input transaxle compensation code into ECM
  • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

for Initialization: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Registration: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

for UB80F:

  • Perform reset memory
  • Input transaxle compensation code into ECM
  • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

for Initialization: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for Registration: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

Automatic transaxle fluid

ATF thermal degradation estimate reset

The value of the Data List item "ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate" is not estimated correctly

for UB80E: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

for UB80F: 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 [11/2018 -        ]; UB80F (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

for Type A:

  • Perform power steering ECU initial setting
  • DTCs are output
  • EPS warning light illuminates

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type A): UTILITY

for Type B:

  • Perform torque sensor zero point calibration
  • Assist map writing
  • DTCs are output
  • EPS warning light illuminates

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type B): CALIBRATION

Front wheel alignment adjustment

  1. Perform "Reset Memory".
  2. Perform acceleration sensor zero point calibration and store system information memorization.
  • VSC is disabled or malfunctions
  • DTCs are output
  • Slip indicator light illuminates
  • ABS warning light illuminates

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED BRAKE SYSTEM (w/ Vacuum Brake Booster): UTILITY

Front bumper assembly (Including removal and installation)

Front television camera view adjustment

Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)

2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2022 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

Suspension, tires, etc.

Television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting)

Parking assist monitor system

2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: CALIBRATION

  • Parking assist ECU initialization
  • Adjust steering angle

Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)

2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2022 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

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 notice before proceeding with work.

(a) When handling the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly:

(1) Do not subject the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly (especially the motor and torque sensor) to any impact. Replace the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly with a new one if subjected to a strong impact.

(2) Do not pull the wire harness when moving the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

(3) When the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform torque sensor zero point calibration.

for Type A: Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type A): UTILITY

for Type B: Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type B): CALIBRATION

(b) When disconnecting or reconnecting the connectors:

(1) Before disconnecting connectors related to the power steering system, turn the ignition switch ON, center the steering wheel, turn the ignition switch off, and then disconnect the connectors.

(2) Before reconnecting connectors related to the power steering system, ensure that the ignition switch is off. Then center the steering wheel and turn the ignition switch ON.

NOTICE:

Do not turn the ignition switch ON when the steering wheel is not centered.

(3) If the above operations are not carried out properly, the steering center point (zero point) will deviate, which may lead to a difference in steering effort between turning right and left.

HINT:

If there is a difference in steering effort between turning right and left, perform torque sensor zero point calibration.

for Type A: Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type A): UTILITY

for Type B: Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [02/2019 -        ]; POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM (for Type B): CALIBRATION

2. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

3. SECURE STEERING WHEEL

(a) Secure the steering wheel with the seat belt in order to prevent rotation.

HINT:

This operation is useful to prevent damage to the spiral cable.

4. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS

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

5. SEPARATE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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

NOTICE:

Do not separate the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

*a

Matchmark

(b) Put matchmarks on the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly and steering intermediate shaft assembly.

(c) Separate the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

6. DISCONNECT TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Remove the cotter pin and nut.

(b) Install SST to the tie rod assembly LH as shown in the illustration.

SST: 09960-20010

09961-02060

NOTICE:

Make sure that the upper ends of the tie rod assembly LH and SST are aligned.

(c) Using SST, separate the tie rod assembly LH from the steering knuckle LH as shown in the illustration.

SST: 09960-20010

09961-02010

*a

String

*b

Molybdenum Grease Application Area

*c

Place wrench here

*d

Center Nut

Turn

-

-

CAUTION:

Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and end of the SST bolt.

NOTICE:

  • Be sure to tighten the string firmly to secure SST to the steering knuckle LH to prevent SST from falling off.
  • Install SST with the center nut so that (A) and (B) shown in the illustration are parallel. Otherwise, the ball joint dust cover may be damaged.
  • Be sure to place the wrench on the part shown in the illustration.
  • Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.
  • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
  • Do not damage the steering knuckle LH.

7. DISCONNECT TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

8. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE

  • for A25A-FKS: Click here 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2023 -        ]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL
  • for A25A-FXS: Click here 2024 MY RAV4 HV [10/2023 -        ]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL

9. REMOVE STEERING GEAR HEAT INSULATOR

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and steering gear heat insulator from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

10. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS

(a) Disconnect the wire harness connector from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

HINT:

Release the lock before rotating the lock lever.

(b) Remove the 2 bolts and separate the wire harness from the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

11. REMOVE FUEL DELIVERY GUARD

  • for A25A-FKS: Click here 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2023 -        ]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+
  • for A25A-FXS: Click here 2024 MY RAV4 HV [10/2023 -        ]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

12. INSTALL ENGINE HANGER

  • for A25A-FKS: Click here 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2023 -        ]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+
  • for A25A-FXS: Click here 2024 MY RAV4 HV [10/2023 -        ]; A25A-FXS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL+

13. REMOVE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY

  • for HV Model: Click here 2024 MY RAV4 HV [10/2023 -        ]; FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER (for HV Model): REMOVAL+
  • for Gasoline Model (2WD): Click here 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2023 -        ]; FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER (for Gasoline Model): REMOVAL+
  • for Gasoline Model (AWD): Click here 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2023 -        ]; FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER (for Gasoline Model): REMOVAL+

14. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER BAR WITH BRACKET

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front No. 1 stabilizer bracket LH from the front frame assembly.

(b) Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front No. 1 stabilizer bracket RH from the front frame assembly.

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

(c) Remove the front stabilizer bar with 2 front stabilizer links, front No. 1 stabilizer bracket LH, front No. 1 stabilizer bracket RH and 2 front No. 1 stabilizer bar bushings from the front frame assembly.

15. REMOVE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 4 bolts, 4 nuts and rack and pinion power steering gear assembly from the front frame assembly.

NOTICE:

Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.

16. SECURE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

(a) Using SST, secure the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly in a vise.

SST: 09612-00012

HINT:

Wrap SST with protective tape before use.

*a

Protective Tape

17. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Put matchmarks on the tie rod assembly LH and rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

*a

Matchmark

(b) Remove the tie rod assembly LH and lock nut.

18. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.