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Removal [12/2022 - 03/2023]: Procedure

  1. REMOVE TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3
  2. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2022 - ]

  3. REMOVE SHIELD CAP 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
  4. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  5. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY RH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  6. REMOVE WINDSHIELD LOWER OUTSIDE MOULDING LH 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1
  7. REMOVE WINDSHIELD LOWER OUTSIDE MOULDING RH 
    1. Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
  8. REMOVE COWL WATER EXTRACT SHIELD LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7

  9. REMOVE COWL WATER EXTRACT SHIELD RH 
    1. Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
  10. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9

  11. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 13
  12. INSTALL COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4
  13. INSTALL COWL WATER EXTRACT SHIELD RH 
  14. INSTALL COWL WATER EXTRACT SHIELD LH 
  15. INSTALL WINDSHIELD LOWER OUTSIDE MOULDING LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  16. INSTALL WINDSHIELD LOWER OUTSIDE MOULDING RH 
    1. Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
  17. INSTALL FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY RH 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 10
  18. INSTALL FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY LH 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9
  19. INSTALL SHIELD CAP 
  20. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2

  21. REMOVE DECK FLOOR BOX RH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  22. REMOVE DECK FLOOR BOX LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  23. DISCONNECT REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 25
  24. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2022 - ]

  25. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH 
    1. Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
  26. SEPARATE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7
  27. SEPARATE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH 
    1. Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
  28. SEPARATE FRAME WIRE 
    1. GTY1147922Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  29. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. GTY1154235Courtesy 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.
        GTY1116140Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
        NOTE:

        Use attachments or equivalent tools to keep the rear suspension member sub-assembly level.

      2. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.
      3. Slowly lower the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
        NOTE:

        When lowering the rear suspension member sub-assembly, be careful not to damage the vehicle body or other components installed to the vehicle.

  30. REMOVE NO. 6 FLOOR WIRE 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 27

  31. DISCONNECT REAR TRACTION MOTOR CABLE 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 28

  32. REMOVE REAR TRACTION MOTOR WITH TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 29
  33. REMOVE MOTOR CABLE BRACKET 
    1. GTY1156775Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  34. REMOVE WIRE HARNESS CLAMP BRACKET 
    1. GTY1156774Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  35. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3
  36. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH 
    1. Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
  37. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH 
    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 6
  38. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH 
  39. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION 
    1. GTY1149295Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Turn *b Hold
      Turning Direction Front of Vehicle
      1. Using SST, remove the differential mount cushion from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
        • SST: 09570-48010 
        NOTE:
        • Apply grease to the threads of the SST center bolt before use.
        • Install the SST bolts straight and tighten them equally.