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Caution / Notice / Hint

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The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during continuously variable transaxle assembly removal/installation are shown below.

NECESSARY PROCEDURE AFTER PARTS REMOVED/INSTALLED/REPLACED

Replacement Part or Procedure Necessary Procedure Effect/Inoperative when not Performed Link
Replacement of ECM Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) registration MIL comes on Refer to REGISTRATION [06/2018 - ]
for K121 
  1. ECU configuration
- Refer to ECU CONFIGURATION [09/2022 - ]
Update ECU security key Vehicle Control History (RoB) are stored Refer to UPDATE ECU SECURITY KEY [09/2022 - ]
ECU communication ID registration (Immobiliser system) Engine start function Refer to REGISTRATION [11/2022 - ]
for K120 
  • Perform reset memory
  • CVT oil pressure calibration
  • Perform road test to allow TCM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency
Initialization: Refer to INITIALIZATION [11/2022 - 09/2024]
Registration: Refer to REGISTRATION [06/2018 - 09/2024]
for K121 
  • Transfer transaxle compensation code*5
  • Reset transaxle compensation code*6
  • CVT oil pressure calibration
  • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency
Initialization: Refer to INITIALIZATION [03/2023 - ]
Registration: Refer to REGISTRATION [03/2023 - ]
Replacement of ECM*2 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*4
Refer to REGISTRATION [11/2022 - ]
Replacement of ECM*1 Code registration (Immobiliser system)
  • Engine start
  • Telematics System
Refer to REGISTRATION [11/2022 - ]
  • Replacement of engine assembly
  • Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired
Inspection after repair
  • Poor idle, etc.
  • Engine start function, etc.
Refer to INITIALIZATION [11/2022 - ]
Replacement of continuously variable transaxle assembly for K120 
  • Input transaxle compensation code into TCM
  • Perform reset memory
  • CVT oil pressure calibration
  • Perform road test to allow TCM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency
Initialization: Refer to INITIALIZATION [11/2022 - 09/2024]
Registration: Refer to REGISTRATION [06/2018 - 09/2024]
for K121 
  • Input transaxle compensation code into ECM
  • Perform reset memory
  • CVT oil pressure calibration
  • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency
Initialization: Refer to INITIALIZATION [03/2023 - ]
Registration: Refer to REGISTRATION [03/2023 - ]
for K120 
  1. Replacement of TCM (If transaxle compensation code read from TCM)
Update ECU security key Vehicle Control History (RoB) are stored Refer to UPDATE ECU SECURITY KEY [09/2022 - ]
  • Transfer transaxle compensation code
  • Perform reset memory*3
  • CVT oil pressure calibration
  • Perform road test to allow TCM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency
Initialization: Refer to INITIALIZATION [11/2022 - 09/2024]
Registration: Refer to REGISTRATION [06/2018 - 09/2024]
for K120 
  1. Replacement of TCM (If transaxle compensation code not read from TCM)
Update ECU security key Vehicle Control History (RoB) are stored Refer to UPDATE ECU SECURITY KEY [09/2022 - ]
  • Reset transaxle compensation code
  • Perform reset memory*3
  • CVT oil pressure calibration
  • Perform road test to allow TCM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency
Initialization: Refer to INITIALIZATION [11/2022 - 09/2024]
Registration: Refer to REGISTRATION [06/2018 - 09/2024]
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
Refer to UTILITY [11/2022 - ] w/ Electric Parking Brake System
Refer to UTILITY [09/2022 - 09/2024] w/o Electric Parking Brake System
Replacement of CVT fluid ATF thermal degradation estimate reset The value of the Data List item "ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate" is not estimated correctly for K120: Refer to INITIALIZATION [11/2022 - 09/2024]
for K121: Refer to INITIALIZATION [03/2023 - ]

*1: w/o Smart Key System

*2: w/ Smart Key System

*3: Not necessary when TCM replaced with new one.

*4: w/ Steering Lock Function

*5: If transaxle compensation code read from ECM

*6: If transaxle compensation code not read from ECM

WARNING:
  • To prevent burns, do not touch the engine, exhaust pipe or other high temperature components while the engine is hot.
    GTY563662Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  • Because the continuously variable transaxle assembly is extremely heavy, make sure to follow the work procedures described in the repair information.
    GTY559497Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    *a Heavy object exceeding the capacity of the transmission jack
  • If work is not performed according to the procedures described in the repair information, there is a danger that the transmission jack could drop and components could fall down.

HINT: 

When the cable is disconnected / reconnected to the 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 Procedure not Performed Necessary Procedure Link
Front Camera System Drive the vehicle straight ahead at 15 km/h (9 mph) or more for 1 second or more. Refer to INITIALIZATION [11/2022 - ]
LEARNING COMPLETES WHEN VEHICLE IS OPERATED NORMALLY

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed Necessary Procedure Link
Power Door Lock Control System
  • Back door opener*1
Perform door unlock operation with door control switch or electrical key transmitter sub-assembly switch. Refer to INITIALIZATION [11/2022 - ]

*1: for Hatchback