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Installation [03/2023 - ]: Procedure

  1. INSTALL HOLE PLUG 
    1. GTY1059650Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      1. Install the 6 hole plugs to the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

        HINT: 

        There are 2 different shapes of hole plug.

  2. INSTALL DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION 
    1. GTY1062364Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *1 Rear Suspension Member Sub-assembly - -
      *a -3° to 3° *b 3.1 to 4.1 mm (0.122 to 0.161 in.)
      *c Protrusion *d Turn
      *e Hold - -
      Turning Direction Front of Vehicle
      SST Bolt Position - -
      1. Using SST, install a new differential mount cushion to the rear suspension member sub-assembly from the rear of the vehicle as shown in the illustration.
        • SST: 09316-12010 
        • SST: 09570-24011 
        NOTE:
        • Install the differential mount cushion so that the protrusion is positioned as shown in the illustration.
        • Make sure that the differential mount cushion is aligned within 3° from the center.
        • Temporarily install the differential mount cushion to the rear suspension member sub-assembly in order to prevent it from tilting, and then install SST.
        • Before using SST, apply grease to SST bolt.
        • Be sure to use the correct combination of SST.
        • Make sure that SST contacts the entire circumference of the differential mount cushion.
        • Do not tilt the SST bolt.
  3. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION LH 
    1. GTY1062875Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a View from Underneath - -
      Front of the Vehicle Outside of the Vehicle
      1. Confirm the installation direction and temporarily install a new rear suspension member front body mounting cushion.
        NOTE:
        • Position the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion in the correct direction.
        • Do not apply lubricant to the outer sleeve of the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion.
  4. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION LH 
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      *a Hold - -
      Turn - -
      1. Install SST as shown in the illustration.
        • SST: 09570-24011 
        • SST: 09830-10010 
          1. 09830-01010
          2. 09830-01020
          3. 09830-01040
          4. 09830-01050
        NOTE:

        Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      2. Using SST, install the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion until there is no clearance between the rear suspension member sub-assembly and rear suspension member front body mounting cushion.
        • SST: 09570-24011 
        • SST: 09830-10010 
          1. 09830-01010
          2. 09830-01020
          3. 09830-01040
          4. 09830-01050
        NOTE:

        If the rear suspension member sub-assembly is scratched, apply paint to the scratched areas of the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  5. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION RH 
    1. GTY1062771Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a View from Underneath - -
      Front of the Vehicle Outside of the Vehicle
      1. Confirm the installation direction and temporarily install a new rear suspension member front body mounting cushion.
        NOTE:
        • Position the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion in the correct direction.
        • Do not apply lubricant to the outer sleeve of the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion.
  6. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION RH 
  7. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION LH 
    1. GTY1061918Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a View from Underneath - -
      Front of the Vehicle Outside of the Vehicle
      1. Confirm the installation direction and temporarily install a new rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH.
        NOTE:
        • Position the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH in the correct direction.
        • Do not apply lubricant to the outer sleeve of the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH.
  8. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION LH 
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      *a Hold - -
      Turn - -
      1. Install SST as shown in the illustration.
        • SST: 09710-28031 
          1. 09711-02030
          2. 09711-02040
          3. 94622-51200
        • SST: 09950-60021 
          1. 09951-00720
          2. 09951-00890
        NOTE:

        Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      2. Using SST, install the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH until there is no clearance between the rear suspension member sub-assembly and rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH.
        • SST: 09710-28031 
          1. 09711-02030
          2. 09711-02040
          3. 94622-51200
        • SST: 09950-60021 
          1. 09951-00720
          2. 09951-00890
        NOTE:

        If the rear suspension member sub-assembly is scratched, apply paint to the scratched areas of the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  9. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION RH 
    1. GTY1061797Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a View from Underneath - -
      Front of the Vehicle Outside of the Vehicle
      1. Confirm the installation direction and temporarily install a new rear suspension member rear body mount cushion RH.
        NOTE:
        • Position the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion RH in the correct direction.
        • Do not apply lubricant to the outer sleeve of the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion RH.
  10. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION RH 
  11. INSTALL DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT MEMBER CUSHION 
  12. INSTALL REAR TRACTION MOTOR WITH TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4
  13. INSTALL REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1
  14. INSTALL REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH 
  15. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. GTY1061720Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Engine Lifter *b Attachment
      Attachment and Wooden Block Placement Location - -
      1. Using an engine lifter and 4 attachments or equivalent tools, support the rear suspension member sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.
        WARNING:
        • The rear suspension member sub-assembly is a very heavy component. Make sure that it is supported securely.
        • If the rear suspension member sub-assembly is not securely supported, it may drop, resulting in serious injury.
        GTY976625Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
        NOTE:
        • Use attachments or equivalent tools to keep the rear suspension member sub-assembly level.
        • Keep supporting the rear suspension member sub-assembly until the installation has been completed.
      2. Raise the rear suspension member sub-assembly until there is no clearance between the rear suspension member sub-assembly and vehicle.
      3. Install the rear suspension member sub-assembly with rear suspension member brace LH, rear suspension member brace RH, rear suspension arm bracket sub-assembly LH, rear suspension arm bracket sub-assembly RH, 4 bolts and 4 nuts.

        Bolt A 

        Torque: 158 N.m (1611 kgf/cm, 117 ft.lbf) 

        Nut B 

        Torque: 158 N.m (1611 kgf/cm, 117 ft.lbf) 

        Nut C 

        Torque: 18 N.m (184 kgf/cm, 13 ft.lbf) 

        Nut D 

        Torque: 90 N.m (918 kgf/cm, 66 ft.lbf) 

  16. INSTALL FRAME WIRE 

    Torque: 10 N.m (102 kgf/cm, 7 ft.lbf) 

  17. INSTALL FLOOR UNDER WIRE 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    1. GTY1066975Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Waterproof Seal - -
      1. Install the HV floor under wire to the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly with the 2 bolts.

        Torque: 8.0 N.m (82 kgf/cm, 71 in.lbf) 

        NOTE:
        • Make sure that the connector is fully engaged.
        • Do not damage the terminals, interlock connector or rear traction motor with transaxle assembly during installation.
        • Do not touch the waterproof seal or terminals of the connector.
        • Do not allow any foreign matter or water to enter the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.
        • Although the connector may feel loose, this is not due to a malfunction.
      2. Engage the clamp.
  18. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [11/2021 - 03/2024] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [03/2024 - ]
  19. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH 
  20. INSTALL REAR STABILIZER BAR 
    See step  6
  21. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH 

    Refer to INSTALLATION [11/2021 - 03/2024] , or refer to INSTALLATION [03/2024 - ]

  22. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH 
  23. INSTALL TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  24. INSTALL NO. 1 FLOOR UNDER COVER 

    Torque: 7.5 N.m (76 kgf/cm, 66 in.lbf) 

  25. INSTALL SERVICE PLUG GRIP 

    Refer to INSTALLATION [11/2021 - ]

  26. INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT 

    Refer to ADJUSTMENT [11/2021 - ]

  27. PERFORM INITIALIZATION 
    Parking Assist Monitor System Refer to CALIBRATION [11/2021 - ]
    Panoramic View Monitor System Refer to CALIBRATION [11/2021 - 03/2024] , or refer to CALIBRATION [03/2024 - ]
    Advanced Park Refer to CALIBRATION [11/2021 - 03/2024] , or refer to CALIBRATION [03/2024 - ]
    Lighting System (w/ Automatic Headlight Beam Level Control System) Refer to INITIALIZATION [03/2022 - ]