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Reassembly [06/2020 - 10/2023]: Procedure

  1. INSTALL REAR BUMPER REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Attach the guide to set the rear bumper reinforcement sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.
      GTY1005960Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Install in this Direction
    2. Install the rear bumper reinforcement sub-assembly with the 6 bolts.
      GTY889293Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 29 N.m (296 kgf/cm, 21 ft.lbf) 

  2. INSTALL REAR BUMPER SIDE SUPPORT LH 
    1. Attach the guide and claw to install the rear bumper side support LH as shown in the illustration.
      GTY945437Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Install in this Direction
    2. Install the clip.
      GTY1013780Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Install the 2 screws.
  3. INSTALL REAR BUMPER SIDE SUPPORT RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  4. INSTALL REAR BUMPER UPPER RETAINER LH 
    1. GTY891979Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Install in this Direction

      Attach the guide to install the rear bumper upper retainer LH to the rear combination light assembly LH as shown in the illustration.

  5. INSTALL REAR BUMPER UPPER RETAINER RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  6. INSTALL REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY LH 
    1. Pass the wire harness into the vehicle and install the grommet as shown in the illustration.
      GTY840830Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Install in this Direction
    2. Align the guide and pin to set the rear combination light assembly LH.
      GTY848892Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Pin
      *b Guide
      Push in this Direction
    3. Push the rear combination light assembly LH towards the vehicle front to attach the pin and guide as shown in the illustration.
    4. Install the 2 screws.
    5. Install the 2 screws.
      GTY893591Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    6. Insert your hand between the deck trim side panel assembly LH and the body and connect the connector.
      GTY893592Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  7. INSTALL REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  8. INSTALL DECK TRIM SIDE PANEL ASSEMBLY LH 
    1. Return the rear side of the deck trim side panel assembly LH to its original position.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 21 [06/2020 - 12/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 21 [12/2021 - ]

  9. INSTALL DECK TRIM SIDE PANEL ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  10. INSTALL LUGGAGE HOLD BELT STRIKER ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 23 [06/2020 - 12/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 23 [12/2021 - ]

  11. INSTALL REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 55 [06/2020 - 12/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 55 [12/2021 - ]

  12. INSTALL REAR NO. 3 FLOOR BOARD 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 61 [06/2020 - 12/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 61 [12/2021 - ]

  13. INSTALL REAR BUMPER PAD LH 

    HINT: 

    When installing the rear bumper pad LH, heat the rear bumper piece LH and rear bumper pad LH using a heat light.

    Standard

    Item Temperature
    Rear Bumper Piece LH 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)
    Rear Bumper Pad LH
    WARNING:
    • Do not touch the heat light and heated parts.
    • Touching the heat light may result in burns.
    • Touching heated parts for a long time may result in burns.
    GTY749838Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    *a Heated Part
    *b Heat Light
    NOTE:

    Do not heat the rear bumper piece LH and rear bumper pad LH excessively.

    1. When reusing the rear bumper piece LH:
      1. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece LH surface.
      2. Remove any remaining double-sided tape from the rear bumper piece LH.
      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.
        NOTE:
        • Installing the rear bumper pad LH with some double-sided tape remaining may cause poor adhesion. Perform this procedure until the tape is sufficiently removed.
        • Make sure to use a cloth when removing. Using a screwdriver, etc., may cause damage and poor adhesion.
        • Also, clean a new rear bumper piece LH surface.
    2. Apply primer to the rear bumper piece LH on the installation area of the rear bumper pad LH using a brush or felt.
      GTY881325Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      Primer
      NOTE:
      • Replace the brush or felt if it is dirty or has become hardened.
      • Keep any painted surface free from primer.
      • If the primer contacts a painted surface, it may leave light primer marks. Therefore, use protective tape when using liquid primer.
      • Do not touch surfaces to which primer has been applied until the rear bumper pad LH has been attached.
    3. Let the primer dry sufficiently.
      NOTE:

      Do not touch applied surfaces until the primer is dry.

      Recommended drying time

      10 minutes or more (at 23°C (73°F))

    4. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece LH and a new rear bumper pad LH.
      NOTE:

      Do not heat the rear bumper piece LH and rear bumper pad LH excessively.

    5. Remove the release paper from the rear bumper pad LH.
      NOTE:

      After removing the peeling paper, do not touch the surface of the tape with your fingers or cotton work gloves.

    6. Install the rear bumper pad LH with the mark-off line on the rear bumper piece LH and install it.
      GTY884525Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      NOTE:

      The application strength of the rear bumper pad LH will weaken if reapplied. If reapplication is necessary, be sure to replace it with a new one.

      HINT: 

      Apply pressure so that it does not lift up from the bumper piece LH.

  14. INSTALL REAR BUMPER PAD LH 

    HINT: 

    When installing the rear bumper pad LH, heat the rear bumper piece LH and rear bumper pad LH using a heat light.

    Standard

    Item Temperature
    Rear Bumper Piece LH 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)
    Rear Bumper Pad LH
    WARNING:
    • Do not touch the heat light and heated parts.
    • Touching the heat light may result in burns.
    • Touching heated parts for a long time may result in burns.
    GTY749838Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    *a Heated Part
    *b Heat Light
    NOTE:

    Do not heat the rear bumper piece LH and rear bumper pad LH excessively.

    1. When reusing the rear bumper piece LH:
      1. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece LH surface.
      2. Remove any remaining double-sided tape from the rear bumper piece LH.
      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.
        NOTE:
        • Installing the rear bumper pad LH with some double-sided tape remaining may cause poor adhesion. Perform this procedure until the tape is sufficiently removed.
        • Make sure to use a cloth when removing. Using a screwdriver, etc., may cause damage and poor adhesion.
        • Also, clean a new rear bumper piece LH surface.
    2. Apply primer to the rear bumper piece LH on the installation area of the rear bumper pad LH using a brush or felt.
      GTY876842Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      Primer
      NOTE:
      • Replace the brush or felt if it is dirty or has become hardened.
      • Keep any painted surface free from primer.
      • If the primer contacts a painted surface, it may leave light primer marks. Therefore, use protective tape when using liquid primer.
      • Do not touch surfaces to which primer has been applied until the rear bumper pad LH has been attached.
    3. Let the primer dry sufficiently.
      NOTE:

      Do not touch applied surfaces until the primer is dry.

      Recommended drying time

      10 minutes or more (at 23°C (73°F))

    4. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece LH and a new rear bumper pad LH.
      NOTE:

      Do not heat the rear bumper piece LH and rear bumper pad LH excessively.

    5. Remove the release paper from the rear bumper pad LH.
      NOTE:

      After removing the peeling paper, do not touch the surface of the tape with your fingers or cotton work gloves.

    6. Install the rear bumper pad LH with the mark-off line on the rear bumper piece LH and install it.
      GTY887751Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      NOTE:

      The application strength of the rear bumper pad LH will weaken if reapplied. If reapplication is necessary, be sure to replace it with a new one.

      HINT: 

      Apply pressure so that it does not lift up from the bumper piece LH.

  15. INSTALL REAR BUMPER PAD (for LH Side) 

    HINT: 

    When installing the rear bumper pad, heat the rear bumper piece LH and rear bumper pad using a heat light.

    Standard

    Item Temperature
    Rear Bumper Piece LH 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)
    Rear Bumper Pad
    WARNING:
    • Do not touch the heat light and heated parts.
    • Touching the heat light may result in burns.
    • Touching heated parts for a long time may result in burns.
    GTY749838Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    *a Heated Part
    *b Heat Light
    NOTE:

    Do not heat the rear bumper piece LH and rear bumper pad excessively.

    1. When reusing the rear bumper piece LH:
      1. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece LH surface.
      2. Remove any remaining double-sided tape from the rear bumper piece LH.
      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.
        NOTE:
        • Installing the rear bumper pad with some double-sided tape remaining may cause poor adhesion. Perform this procedure until the tape is sufficiently removed.
        • Make sure to use a cloth when removing. Using a screwdriver, etc., may cause damage and poor adhesion.
        • Also, clean a new rear bumper piece LH surface.
    2. Apply primer to the rear bumper piece LH on the installation area of the rear bumper pad using a brush or felt.
      GTY862845Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      Primer
      NOTE:
      • Replace the brush or felt if it is dirty or has become hardened.
      • Keep any painted surface free from primer.
      • If the primer contacts a painted surface, it may leave light primer marks. Therefore, use protective tape when using liquid primer.
      • Do not touch surfaces to which primer has been applied until the rear bumper pad has been attached.
    3. Let the primer dry sufficiently.
      NOTE:

      Do not touch applied surfaces until the primer is dry.

      Recommended drying time

      10 minutes or more (at 23°C (73°F))

    4. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece LH and a new rear bumper pad.
      NOTE:

      Do not heat the rear bumper piece LH and rear bumper pad excessively.

    5. Remove the release paper from the rear bumper pad.
      NOTE:

      After removing the peeling paper, do not touch the surface of the tape with your fingers or cotton work gloves.

    6. Install the rear bumper pad with the mark-off line on the rear bumper piece LH and install it.
      GTY872220Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      NOTE:

      The application strength of the rear bumper pad will weaken if reapplied. If reapplication is necessary, be sure to replace it with a new one.

      HINT: 

      Apply pressure so that it does not lift up from the bumper piece LH.

  16. INSTALL REAR BUMPER PAD (for RH Side) 

    HINT: 

    When installing the rear bumper pad, heat the rear bumper piece RH and rear bumper pad using a heat light.

    Standard

    Item Temperature
    Rear Bumper Piece RH 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)
    Rear Bumper Pad
    WARNING:
    • Do not touch the heat light and heated parts.
    • Touching the heat light may result in burns.
    • Touching heated parts for a long time may result in burns.
    GTY749838Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    *a Heated Part
    *b Heat Light
    NOTE:

    Do not heat the rear bumper piece RH and rear bumper pad excessively.

    1. When reusing the rear bumper piece RH:
      1. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece RH surface.
      2. Remove any remaining double-sided tape from the rear bumper piece RH.
      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.
        NOTE:
        • Installing the rear bumper pad with some double-sided tape remaining may cause poor adhesion. Perform this procedure until the tape is sufficiently removed.
        • Make sure to use a cloth when removing. Using a screwdriver, etc., may cause damage and poor adhesion.
        • Also, clean a new rear bumper piece RH surface.
    2. Apply primer to the rear bumper piece RH on the installation area of the rear bumper pad using a brush or felt.
      GTY930708Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      Primer
      NOTE:
      • Replace the brush or felt if it is dirty or has become hardened.
      • Keep any painted surface free from primer.
      • If the primer contacts a painted surface, it may leave light primer marks. Therefore, use protective tape when using liquid primer.
      • Do not touch surfaces to which primer has been applied until the rear bumper pad has been attached.
    3. Let the primer dry sufficiently.
      NOTE:

      Do not touch applied surfaces until the primer is dry.

      Recommended drying time

      10 minutes or more (at 23°C (73°F))

    4. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece RH and a new rear bumper pad.
      NOTE:

      Do not heat the rear bumper piece RH and rear bumper pad excessively.

    5. Remove the release paper from the rear bumper pad.
      NOTE:

      After removing the peeling paper, do not touch the surface of the tape with your fingers or cotton work gloves.

    6. Install the rear bumper pad with the mark-off line on the rear bumper piece RH and install it.
      GTY914297Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      NOTE:

      The application strength of the rear bumper pad will weaken if reapplied. If reapplication is necessary, be sure to replace it with a new one.

      HINT: 

      Apply pressure so that it does not lift up from the bumper piece RH.

  17. INSTALL REAR BUMPER PAD RH 

    HINT: 

    When installing the rear bumper pad RH, heat the rear bumper piece RH and rear bumper pad RH using a heat light.

    Standard

    Item Temperature
    Rear Bumper Piece RH 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)
    Rear Bumper Pad RH
    WARNING:
    • Do not touch the heat light and heated parts.
    • Touching the heat light may result in burns.
    • Touching heated parts for a long time may result in burns.
    GTY749838Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    *a Heated Part
    *b Heat Light
    NOTE:

    Do not heat the rear bumper piece RH and rear bumper pad RH excessively.

    1. When reusing the rear bumper piece RH:
      1. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece RH surface.
      2. Remove any remaining double-sided tape from the rear bumper piece RH.
      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.
        NOTE:
        • Installing the rear bumper pad RH with some double-sided tape remaining may cause poor adhesion. Perform this procedure until the tape is sufficiently removed.
        • Make sure to use a cloth when removing. Using a screwdriver, etc., may cause damage and poor adhesion.
        • Also, clean a new rear bumper piece RH surface.
    2. Apply primer to the rear bumper piece RH on the installation area of the rear bumper pad RH using a brush or felt.
      GTY854364Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      Primer
      NOTE:
      • Replace the brush or felt if it is dirty or has become hardened.
      • Keep any painted surface free from primer.
      • If the primer contacts a painted surface, it may leave light primer marks. Therefore, use protective tape when using liquid primer.
      • Do not touch surfaces to which primer has been applied until the rear bumper pad RH has been attached.
    3. Let the primer dry sufficiently.
      NOTE:

      Do not touch applied surfaces until the primer is dry.

      Recommended drying time

      10 minutes or more (at 23°C (73°F))

    4. Using a heat light, heat the rear bumper piece RH and a new rear bumper pad RH.
      NOTE:

      Do not heat the rear bumper piece RH and rear bumper pad RH excessively.

    5. Remove the release paper from the rear bumper pad RH.
      NOTE:

      After removing the peeling paper, do not touch the surface of the tape with your fingers or cotton work gloves.

    6. Install the rear bumper pad RH with the mark-off line on the rear bumper piece RH and install it.
      GTY918961Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Mark-off Line
      NOTE:

      The application strength of the rear bumper pad RH will weaken if reapplied. If reapplication is necessary, be sure to replace it with a new one.

      HINT: 

      Apply pressure so that it does not lift up from the bumper piece RH.

  18. INSTALL BACK DOOR GARNISH RETAINER 
    1. Install the back door garnish retainer.
      GTY893451Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      HINT: 

      Use the same procedure for the other side.

  19. INSTALL REAR BUMPER CENTER GUARD 
    1. Attach the guide and claw to install the rear bumper center guard as shown in the illustration.
      GTY926193Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Install in this Direction - -
    2. Install the 4 outside moulding retainers.
      GTY893621Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  20. INSTALL REFLEX REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY LH 
    1. Attach the guide to install reflex reflector assembly LH as shown in the illustration.
      GTY901418Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Install in this Direction
    2. Install the screw.
  21. INSTALL REFLEX REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  22. INSTALL SPRING NUT 
    1. Install the 2 spring nuts as shown in the illustration.
      GTY844385Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Install in this Direction

      HINT: 

      Use the same procedure for the other side.

  23. INSTALL REAR BUMPER PIECE LH 
    1. Attach the guide and claw to the install rear bumper piece LH as shown in the illustration.
      GTY938703Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Install in this Direction
    2. Install the 3 outside moulding retainers.
      GTY893623Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Install the 2 screws.
  24. INSTALL REAR BUMPER PIECE RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  25. INSTALL NO. 2 LUGGAGE ROOM WIRE (w/ Wire Harness) 
    1. Attach the clamp to install the No. 2 luggage room wire.
      GTY1006837Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *A w/ Hands Free Power Back Door - -
  26. INSTALL REAR CENTER ULTRASONIC SENSOR RETAINER (w/ Intuitive Parking Assist System) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [06/2020 - 10/2022] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [10/2022 - 10/2023]

  27. INSTALL REAR CORNER ULTRASONIC SENSOR RETAINER (w/ Intuitive Parking Assist System) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3 [06/2020 - 10/2022] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3 [10/2022 - 10/2023]

  28. INSTALL REAR CENTER ULTRASONIC SENSOR (w/ Intuitive Parking Assist System) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4 [06/2020 - 10/2022] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4 [10/2022 - 10/2023]

  29. INSTALL REAR CORNER ULTRASONIC SENSOR (w/ Intuitive Parking Assist System) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5 [06/2020 - 10/2022] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5 [10/2022 - 10/2023]

  30. INSTALL KICK DOOR CONTROL BRACKET (w/ Hands Free Power Back Door) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [06/2020 - 10/2022] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [10/2022 - ]