Removal [08/2023 - ]: Procedure

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PERFORM RESOLVER INITIALIZATION

NOTE:

If it is necessary to replace the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly, make sure to perform resolver initialization before starting work.

for THS-HEV Model:
Refer to UTILITY [10/2022 - ]
for PHEV Model:
Refer to UTILITY [08/2023 - ]

REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY
- for HEV Model AWD:
  Refer to REMOVAL [10/2022 - ]
- for PHEV Model:
  Refer to REMOVAL [08/2023 - ]

REMOVE FRAME WIRE

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Connector

Bolt

REMOVE REAR TRACTION MOTOR WITH TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY

Using a mini crane and 2 belt slings, hold the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.
WARNING:
- Do not lift the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly more than necessary.
- When lifting the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly, make sure it is well balanced.
NOTE:
- Lightly shake the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly by hand to make sure it is securely held while performing work.
- Do not shake the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly excessively while holding it.

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Upper Differential Mount Stopper

Lower Differential Mount Stopper

Remove the 3 bolts, 2 upper differential mount stoppers, 2 lower differential mount stoppers and rear traction motor with transaxle assembly from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
NOTE:
- Be careful not to drop the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.
- Be careful not to damage the installation surfaces of the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly when removing it.

REMOVE WIRE HARNESS CLAMP BRACKET

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REMOVE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

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REMOVE REAR TRACTION MOTOR FILLER PLUG

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Using a 10 mm hexagon socket wrench, remove the rear traction motor filler plug and gasket from the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.

REMOVE REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE

WARNING:

Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

HINT: Unnecessary to remove the rear traction motor cable unless inspection or replacement.

Clean the area around the rear traction motor cable.
NOTE:
Dust or other foreign matter entering the terminal when installing the rear traction motor cable may cause a short or electrical leakage.

Slide cover on top side

Remove the 4 bolts of the rear traction motor cable.
Slide the cover on the top side of the rear traction motor cable.
Disengage the 2 claws to remove the motor cable terminal cap from the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.

Using an insulated tool, remove the 3 bolts and rear traction motor cable from the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.

NOTE:

Protect the rear traction motor cable with a plastic bag or other protective material until immediately before reconnection.
Do not allow foreign matter or water to enter the rear traction motor cable terminal or installation area.

Do not touch the rubber seal and terminals of the rear traction motor cable.

*a	Rubber Seal
*b	Terminal

Protect the opening where the rear traction motor cable was removed with protective tape (non-residue type) to prevent the entry of foreign matter or water.