Removal [09/2022 - 11/2022]: Procedure
- PRECAUTION NOTE:
After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
- RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
- for HFO-1234yf (R1234yf):
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1
- for HFC-134a (R134a):
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1
- for HFO-1234yf (R1234yf):
- DISCHARGE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
Refer to PRECAUTION [09/2022 - ]
- ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
- SECURE STEERING WHEEL
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- REMOVE FRONT WHEELS
Refer to REMOVAL [09/2022 - ]
- REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY
- REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER LH
- REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER RH
- DRAIN ENGINE OIL
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (for Engine)
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1
- DRAIN HYBRID TRANSAXLE FLUID
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- DISCONNECT NO. 8 WATER BY-PASS HOSE
- REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT OPENING COVER
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- REMOVE INLET NO. 2 AIR CLEANER
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3
- REMOVE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [09/2022 - ]
- REMOVE AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4
- REMOVE AIR CLEANER CASE SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5
- REMOVE AIR CLEANER SUPPORT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 6
- REMOVE INLET NO. 1 AIR CLEANER
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7
- REMOVE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [09/2022 - ]
- DISCONNECT FLOOR SHIFT TRANSMISSION CONTROL SELECT CABLE
- While disengaging the clip as shown in the illustration, disconnect the floor shift transmission control select cable from the transmission control shaft lever together with the clip.
*a Clip *b 45° to 60° - Remove the clip and disconnect the floor shift transmission control select cable from the No. 1 transmission control cable bracket.
- Disconnect the floor shift transmission control select cable from the transmission control cable support.
- Remove the bolt and disconnect the floor shift transmission control select cable from the engine assembly.
- While disengaging the clip as shown in the illustration, disconnect the floor shift transmission control select cable from the transmission control shaft lever together with the clip.
- DISCONNECT NO. 3 RADIATOR HOSE (for Type A)
- DISCONNECT NO. 1 RADIATOR HOSE (for Type B)
- DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE
- DISCONNECT INLET HEATER WATER HOSE
- DISCONNECT OUTLET HEATER WATER HOSE
- DISCONNECT FUEL VAPOR FEED HOSE
- DISCONNECT FUEL TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7
- DISCONNECT NO. 2 INVERTER COOLING OUTLET HOSE
- DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 13
- DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 14
- DISCONNECT NO. 7 ENGINE WIRE
- REMOVE COLUMN HOLE COVER SILENCER SHEET
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 13
- SEPARATE NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 14
- SEPARATE NO. 1 STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5
- REMOVE FRONT FLOOR COVER LH
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- REMOVE FRONT FLOOR COVER RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure as for the LH side.
- REMOVE FRONT FLOOR CENTER BRACE
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4
- REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY (TWC: Rear Catalyst)
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5
- REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [09/2022 - ]
- REMOVE REAR SIDE RAIL REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 10
- REMOVE REAR SIDE RAIL REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure as for the LH side.
- REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE
- Set the engine assembly with transaxle on an engine lifter.NOTE:
- 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 oil pan sub-assembly from deforming, do not place any attachments under the oil pan sub-assembly of the engine assembly with transaxle.
- Remove the 2 bolts and nut and separate the engine mounting insulator sub-assembly RH from the engine mounting bracket RH.
- Remove the 3 bolts and nut and separate the engine mounting insulator LH from the hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly.
- Remove the bolt and No. 2 engine mounting stay LH.
- Remove the 4 bolts to separate the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly from the vehicle.
- Operate the engine lifter and remove the engine assembly with transaxle from the vehicle.NOTE:
- 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.
- Set the engine assembly with transaxle on an engine lifter.
- REMOVE WIRE HARNESS CLAMP BRACKET
- INSTALL ENGINE HANGERS
- Install the No. 1 engine hanger and No. 2 engine hanger with the 2 bolts.
*1 No. 1 Engine Hanger *2 No. 2 Engine Hanger *a Bolt Torque: 43 N.m (438 kgf/cm, 32 ft.lbf)
HINT:
No. 1 Engine Hanger 12281-37070 No. 2 Engine Hanger 12282-37060 Bolt 91552-81050 - Using an engine sling device and engine lifter, secure the engine assembly with transaxle.NOTE:
- Adjust the angle of the sling device carefully to prevent damage or deformation to the engine hangers or engine assembly.
- 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.
- Install the No. 1 engine hanger and No. 2 engine hanger with the 2 bolts.
- REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR LH
HINT:
Perform this procedure only when replacement of the engine mounting insulator LH is necessary.
- REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
HINT:
Perform this procedure only when replacement of the engine mounting insulator sub-assembly RH is necessary.
- REMOVE COMPRESSOR WITH MOTOR ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 15
- REMOVE STARTER HOLE INSULATOR
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 6
- REMOVE FLYWHEEL HOUSING SIDE COVER
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7
- REMOVE ENGINE WIRE
- Disconnect all the clamps and connectors and remove the engine wire from the engine assembly with transaxle.
- REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 8
- REMOVE TRANSMISSION INPUT DAMPER ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- REMOVE FLYWHEEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3
- INSTALL ENGINE ASSEMBLY TO ENGINE STAND
- Install the engine assembly to an engine stand.
- REMOVE ENGINE HANGERS
- Remove the 2 bolts, No. 1 engine hanger and No. 2 engine hanger.