Last Modified: 05-13-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM10000000260TM
Model Year Start: 2023 Model: GR Corolla Prod Date Range: [09/2022 - 11/2022]
Title: G16E-GTS (ENGINE MECHANICAL): ENGINE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL; 2023 MY GR Corolla [09/2022 - 11/2022]

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 engine assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link

*1:w/ Steering Lock Function

Replacement of ECM

Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or frame number registration

MIL illuminates

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ECU configuration

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Update ECU security key

Vehicle Control History (RoB) are stored

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Heavy Knock History

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Code registration (Smart Key System (for Gasoline Model, Start Function))

  • Wireless Door Lock Control System (for Gasoline Model with Smart Key System)
  • Smart Key System (for Gasoline Model, Entry Function)
  • Smart Key System (for Gasoline Model, Start Function)
  • Steering lock function*1

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  • Replacement of engine assembly
  • Gas leaks from exhaust system is repaired

Inspection After Repair

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

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Front wheel alignment adjustment

  • Perform "Reset Memory"
  • Perform "Calibration"
  • VSC is disabled or malfunctions
  • DTCs are output
  • Slip indicator light illuminates
  • ABS warning light illuminates

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Tire

ECU Data Initialization (When performing tire replacement after RoB code X2104 is output)

Active Torque Split AWD System

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CAUTION:

  • The engine assembly with transaxle is very heavy. Be sure to follow the procedure described in the repair manual, or the engine lifter may suddenly drop or the engine assembly with transaxle may fall off the engine lifter.

    *a

    An Object Exceeding Weight Limit of Engine Lifter

  • To prevent burns, do not touch the engine, exhaust manifold or other high temperature components while the engine is hot.

NOTICE:

  • After the ignition switch is turned off, the radio and display receiver assembly recordsvarious types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off,make sure to wait at least 3 minutes before disconnecting the cable from the negative(-) auxiliary battery terminal. (w/ Navigation System, Audio and Visual System (except Radio Receiver Type))
  • When the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal and thesecurity lock setting has been enabled, multi-display operations will be disabled uponnext startup unless the password is entered. Be sure to check the security lock settingbefore disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.(forNavigation System (for Single Knob Type), Audio and Visual System (for Single KnobType))
  • This procedure includes the removal of small-head bolts. Refer to Small-Head Bolts of Basic Repair Hint to identify the small-head bolts.

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HINT:

When the cable is disconnected / reconnected to the auxiliary battery terminal, systems temporarily stop operating. However, each system has a function that completes learning the first time the system is used.

  • Learning completes when vehicle is driven

    Effect/Inoperative Function When Necessary Procedures are not Performed

    Necessary Procedures

    Link

    Front Camera System (for TMC Made)

    Drive the vehicle straight ahead at 35 km/h (22 mph) or more for 5 seconds or more.

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  • Learning completes when vehicle is operated normally

    Effect/Inoperative Function When Necessary Procedures are not Performed

    Necessary Procedures

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    Power door lock control system

    • Back door opener

    Perform door unlock operation with door control switch or electrical key transmitter sub-assembly switch.

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PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

NOTICE:

After turning the engine 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.

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2. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

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3. DISCHARGE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE

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4. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY

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5. REMOVE SPARE WHEEL CUSHION

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6. DISCONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

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7. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

8. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS

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9. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 4 bolts, 9 clips and No. 1 engine under cover assembly from the vehicle.

10. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER LH

(a) Remove the 3 clips.

(b) Remove the screw.

(c) Remove the clip and rear engine under cover LH from the vehicle.

11. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER RH

(a) Remove the 3 clips.

(b) Remove the screw.

(c) Remove the clip and rear engine under cover RH from the vehicle.

12. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 4 clips and remove the No. 1 engine cover sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

Attempting to disengage both front and rear clips at the same time may cause the No. 1 engine cover sub-assembly to break.

13. DRAIN ENGINE OIL

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14. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

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15. DRAIN MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL

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16. REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT OPENING COVER

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17. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET

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18. REMOVE AIR CLEANER WITH AIR CLEANER HOSE

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19. REMOVE AIR CLEANER BRACKET

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and air cleaner bracket from the vehicle.

20. REMOVE NO. 1 RELAY BLOCK COVER

(a) Disengage the 3 claws and remove the No. 1 relay block cover from the engine room relay block.

21. REMOVE COVER RELAY BLOCK UPR

(a) Remove the cover relay block upr .

22. DISCONNECT ENGINE WIRE

(a) Remove the nut.

(b) Remove the nut.

(c) Disconnect the 3 connectors from the engine room relay block.

(d) Remove the 2 bolts to separate the engine wire from the vehicle.

(e) Disengage the 2 clamps.

23. DISCONNECT NO. 1 RADIATOR HOSE

(a) Slide the clip and disconnect the No. 1 radiator hose from the water outlet.

24. DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE

(a) Slide the clip and disconnect the No. 2 radiator hose from the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.

25. REMOVE NO. 2 AIR TUBE

(a) Loosen the 2 hose clamps.

(b) Remove the bolt and No. 2 air tube.

26. REMOVE ECM

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27. DISCONNECT TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 2 clips (A) to disconnect the transmission control cable assembly from the manual transaxle assembly.

(b) Remove the 2 clips (B) to disconnect the transmission control cable assembly from control cable bracket assembly.

28. DISCONNECT CHECK VALVE TO CONNECTOR TUBE HOSE

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29. DISCONNECT NO. 1 WATER BY-PASS HOSE

(a) Slide the clip and disconnect the No. 1 water by-pass hose from the No. 4 water by-pass pipe.

(b) Disengage the clamp.

30. DISCONNECT NO. 2 WATER BY-PASS HOSE

(a) Slide the clip and disconnect the No. 2 water by-pass hose from the No. 4 water by-pass pipe.

31. DISCONNECT NO. 1 FUEL VAPOR FEED HOSE

(a) Slide the clip and disconnect the No. 1 fuel vapor feed hose from the fuel tank to canister tube.

32. DISCONNECT INLET HEATER WATER HOSE

(a) Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the inlet heater water hose.

33. DISCONNECT NO. 3 WATER BY-PASS HOSE ASSEMBLY

(a) Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the No. 3 water by-pass hose assembly.

34. DISCONNECT FUEL TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the No. 1 fuel pipe clamp from the fuel tube sub-assembly.

(b) Disconnect the fuel tube sub-assembly from the fuel pipe.

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35. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY

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36. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY

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37. SECURE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

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38. REMOVE COLUMN HOLE COVER SILENCER SHEET

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39. DISCONNECT NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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40. REMOVE PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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41. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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42. REMOVE REAR SIDE RAIL REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Remove the 4 bolts and rear side rail reinforcement sub-assembly LH from the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly and vehicle body.

43. REMOVE REAR SIDE RAIL REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

(a) Remove the 6 bolts and rear side rail reinforcement sub-assembly RH from the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly and vehicle body.

44. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR TUBE

(a) Lossen the 2 hose clamps and remove the No. 1 air tube.

45. DISCONNECT NO. 1 CLUTCH HOSE

(a) Using a 10 mm union nut wrench, disconnect the bleeder clutch release tube from the No. 1 clutch hose.

(b) Remove the clip and disconnect the No. 1 clutch hose from the clutch flexible hose bracket.

46. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE

(a) Set the engine assembly with transaxle on an engine lifter.

NOTICE:

  • Using height adjustment attachments and plate lift attachments, keep the engine assembly with transaxle and front suspension crossmember sub-assembly level.
  • Do not perform any procedures while the engine assembly is suspended because doing so may cause the engine assembly to drop, resulting in injury. However, the engine assembly needs to be suspended when it is installed to or removed from an engine stand.
  • To prevent the engine assembly from unexpectedly moving, securely support the engine assembly until it is secured to an engine stand.
  • To prevent the No.2 oil pan sub-assembly from deforming, do not place any attachments under the No.2 oil pan sub-assembly of the engine assembly with transaxle.

Attachments

(b) Remove the 3 bolts and separate the engine mounting insulator sub-assembly RH from the engine mounting bracket RH.

(c) Remove the 4 bolts and separate the engine mounting insulator LH from the transaxle assembly.

(d) Remove the 4 bolts to separate the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly from the vehicle.

(e) Operate the engine lifter and remove the engine assembly with transaxle from the vehicle.

NOTICE:

  • Make sure that the engine assembly with transaxle is clear of all wiring and hoses.
  • While lowering the engine assembly with transaxle from the vehicle, do not allow it to contact the vehicle.

47. INSTALL ENGINE HANGERS

(a) Install the No. 1 engine hanger and No. 2 engine hanger with the 4 bolts as shown in the illustration.

*1

No. 1 Engine Hanger

*2

No. 2 Engine Hanger

Bolt

Torque:

43 N·m {438 kgf·cm, 32 ft·lbf}

No. 1 Engine Hanger

12281-25030

12281-25040

No. 2 Engine Hanger

12282-18010

12282-18020

Bolt

91552-F1045

91552-F1060

(b) Using an engine sling device and engine lift, secure the engine assembly with transaxle.

NOTICE:

  • Pay attention to the angle of the sling device as the engine assembly or No. 1 engine hanger and No. 2 engine hanger may be damaged or deformed if the angle is incorrect.
  • Do not perform any procedures while the engine assembly is suspended because doing so may cause the engine assembly to drop, resulting in injury. However, the engine assembly needs to be suspended when it is installed to or removed from an engine stand.

48. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR LH

HINT:

Perform this procedure only when replacement of the engine mounting insulator LH is necessary.

(a) Disengage the clamp from the engine mounting insulator LH.

(b) Remove the 4 bolts, nut and engine mounting insulator LH from the vehicle.

49. REMOVE RESERVE TANK ASSEMBLY

HINT:

Perform this procedure only when replacement of the engine mounting insulator sub-assembly RH is necessary.

(a) Slide the clip and remove the No. 3 water by-pass hose from the reserve tank assembly.

(b) Remove the bolt and reserve tank assembly from the vehicle.

50. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform this procedure only when replacement of the engine mounting insulator sub-assembly RH is necessary.

(a) Disengage the clamp and disconnect the air conditioner tube.

(b) Remove the 2 bolts, nut and engine mounting insulator sub-assembly RH from the vehicle.

51. REMOVE NO. 1 FUEL VAPOR FEED HOSE

(a) Disengage the 2 clamps from the engine assembly with transaxle.

(b) Slide the clip and remove the No. 1 fuel vapor feed hose from the purge valve (purge VSV).

52. REMOVE FLYWHEEL HOUSING SIDE COVER

(a) Remove the flywheel housing side cover from the cylinder block sub-assembly.

53. REMOVE STARTER ASSEMBLY

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54. REMOVE FLYWHEEL HOUSING UNDER COVER

(a) Remove the flywheel housing under cover from the cylinder block sub-assembly.

55. REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT

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56. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly from the timing chain cover assembly.

57. REMOVE GENERATOR ASSEMBLY

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58. REMOVE ENGINE WIRE

(a) Remove the 4 bolts.

(b) Remove the 4 bolts.

(c) Remove the 2 bolts.

(d) Disconnect all the clamps and connectors and remove the engine wire from the engine assembly with transaxle.

59. REMOVE EXHAUST MANIFOLD CONVERTER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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60. REMOVE PROPELLER SHAFT HEAT INSULATOR

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61. REMOVE MANUAL TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY

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62. REMOVE COVER AND DISC CLUTCH SET

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63. REMOVE FLYWHEEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

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64. REMOVE NO. 1 CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR PLATE

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65. INSTALL ENGINE ASSEMBLY TO ENGINE STAND

(a) Install the engine assembly to an engine stand.

66. REMOVE ENGINE HANGERS

(a) Remove the 4 bolts, No. 1 engine hanger and No. 2 engine hanger.