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Removal [06/2020 - 12/2021]: Procedure

  1. PRECAUTION 
    NOTE:
    • If the HV supply battery assembly has been struck or dropped, replace it.
    • When connecting a connector to the HV supply battery assembly., confirm that the connector is securely connected through the following:

      - Push the connector until a click sound is heard.

      - Visually check and confirm that the connector is securely connected by pulling on it.

    • Make sure to insulate the high-voltage connectors and terminals of the HV supply battery assembly with insulating tape after removing it.

      If the HV supply battery assembly stored without insulating the connectors and terminals, electric shock or fire may result.

    • When performing repairs around the HV supply battery assembly, such as using a tap, do not allow metal shavings to enter the HV supply battery assembly.
    • Do not touch any high voltage wire harnesses, connectors or parts with bare hands.
    • Do not allow foreign matter, such as grease or oil, to adhere to the bolts or nuts of the HV supply battery assembly.
    • Do not climb on top of or stand on the HV supply battery assembly.
    • Do not allow any foreign matter or water to enter the HV supply battery assembly.
    • If any bolts, nuts or clips are dropped into the HV supply battery assembly, make sure to remove them.
    • After the ignition switch is turned off, there may be a waiting time before disconnecting the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

      Refer to BEFORE DISCONNECTING BATTERY [06/2020 - 10/2022]

  2. READ VALUE USING GTS 
    1. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / HV supply battery assembly / Data List / Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 1 to 20.

      Powertrain > HV Battery > Data List 

      Tester Display
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 1
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 2
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 3
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 4
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 5
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 6
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 7
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 8
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 9
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 10
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 11
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 12
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 13
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 14
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 15
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 16
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 17
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 18
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 19
      Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 20
    2. Read the Data List.
      NOTE:

      If any of the temperatures listed in "Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature 1 to 20" are 50°C or more, leave the vehicle until the temperature drops to less than 50°C.

  3. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  4. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP 

    Refer to REMOVAL [06/2020 - 12/2021]

  5. REMOVE NO. 2 INVERTER PROTECTOR 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 8

  6. REMOVE CONNECTOR COVER ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9

  7. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 10

  8. INSTALL CONNECTOR COVER ASSEMBLY 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    1. Using a T20 "TORX" socket wrench, install the connector cover assembly to the inverter with converter assembly with the bolt (A).
      GTY998395Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Bolt (A)
      *b Bolt (B)
      NOTE:

      Do not allow any foreign matter or water to enter the hybrid motor control inverter assembly.

    2. Install the 2 bolts (B).

      Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 

  9. INSTALL NO. 2 INVERTER PROTECTOR 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 14

  10. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the 4 bolts, screw, 7 clips and No. 2 engine under cover assembly.
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      Bolt
      Screw
      Clip
  11. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR COVER LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 42

  12. REMOVE NO. 2 FLOOR UNDER COVER 
    1. Remove the 2 screws and 13 clips.
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      Screw
      Clip
    2. Disengage the clip and remove the No. 2 floor under cover.
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  13. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR COVER RH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 43

  14. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER HEAT INSULATOR 
    1. Using the service plug grip, remove the No. 23 traction battery bracket.

      HINT: 

      Insert the projection of the service plug grip and turn the button of the No. 23 traction battery bracket counterclockwise to release the lock.

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      *1 Service Plug Grip
      *2 No. 23 Traction Battery Bracket
      *a Projection
      *b Turn
      *c Button
    2. Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and engine under cover heat insulator.
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      Bolt
      Nut
  15. REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  16. REMOVE FRONT NO. 2 FLOOR HEAT INSULATOR 
    1. Remove the 3 nuts, clip and front No. 2 floor heat insulator.
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      Nut
      Clip
  17. REMOVE FRONT LOWER NO. 1 FLOOR HEAT INSULATOR 
    1. Remove the nut, bolt and front lower No. 1 floor heat insulator.
      GTY997050Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Bolt
      Nut
  18. DISCONNECT NO. 3 LIQUID TUBE 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.

    1. Remove the bolt and No. 3 liquid tube from the HV supply battery assembly.
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    2. Remove the O-ring from the No. 3 liquid tube.
      NOTE:

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts with vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

  19. DISCONNECT NO. 9 DISCHARGE TUBE 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.

    1. Remove the bolt and No. 9 discharge tube from the HV supply battery assembly.
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    2. Remove the O-ring from the No. 9 discharge tube.
      NOTE:

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts with vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

  20. DISCONNECT FLOOR UNDER WIRE 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.

    NOTE:

    Insulate the disconnected terminals and connector with insulating tape.

    1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the HV floor under wire.
      GTY996881Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the bolt and open the wire harness protector as shown in the illustration.
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      Remove the bolt and disconnect the HV floor under wire.

    4. Disengage the 2 clamps.
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    5. Disengage the rubber cap and slide it as shown in the illustration.
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    6. Using a screwdriver, slide the green-colored lock of the connector as shown in the illustration to release it and disconnect the HV floor under wire.
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      *a Green-colored Lock
      Slide
  21. DISCONNECT NO. 2 TRACTION BATTERY WIRE 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.

    1. Disconnect the 3 No. 2 traction battery wire connectors from the HV supply battery assembly.
      GTY995826Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  22. REMOVE HV SUPPLY BATTERY ASSEMBLY 
    WARNING:
    • Because the weight of the HV supply battery assembly is extremely heavy, make sure to follow the work procedures described in the appropriate service information.
    • If work is not performed according to the procedures described in the appropriate service information, there is a danger that the components could fall down.
    • Do not damage the HV supply battery assembly with the fork etc.
    • Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.
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    1. Using an engine lifter and 4 attachments or equivalent tools, support the HV supply battery assembly as shown in the illustration.
      GTY996944Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Engine Lifter
      Area That Can Touch The Ground
      NOTE:
      • Do not allow foreign matter, such as grease or oil, to adhere to the bolts of the HV supply battery assembly.
      • To prevent the wire harness from being caught, make sure to bundle the wire harness using insulating tape or equivalent.
      • Since the HV supply battery assembly is very heavy, 2 people are needed to remove it. When removing the HV supply battery assembly, be careful not to damage the parts around it.
      • When removing/installing/moving the HV supply battery assembly, make sure not to tilt it more than 80°.
      • If the HV supply battery assembly has been struck or dropped, replace it.
      • Do not apply any load outside of the area that can touch the ground.
    2. Remove the 9 bolts.
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    3. Slowly lower the engine lifter to remove the HV supply battery assembly.
      NOTE:

      Be careful not to drop the HV supply battery assembly.

    4. Follow the procedure below when moving the HV supply battery assembly from the engine lifter.
      1. Install the SST at the position shown in the illustration.
        GTY996602Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
        • SST: 09893-42010 
      2. Using 4 hooks, 4 belt slings and a chain block, hoist the HV supply battery assembly.
        GTY996373Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
        NOTE:

        When removing/installing/moving the HV supply battery assembly, make sure not to tilt it more than 80°.

      3. Using the height adjustable attachment, set so that the HV supply battery assembly is in contact with the position shown in the illustration, and place the HV supply battery assembly on the height adjustable attachment.
        GTY996561Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
        Area That Can Touch The Ground
        NOTE:
        • To prevent the wire harness from being caught, make sure to bundle the wire harness using insulating tape or equivalent.
        • When removing/installing/moving the HV supply battery assembly, make sure not to tilt it more than 80°.
        • If the HV supply battery assembly has been struck or dropped, replace it.
        • Do not apply any load outside of the area that can touch the ground.
        • Do not place the lower surface of the battery on the ground.
  23. REMOVE VALVE TO CONNECTOR TUBE 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves and protective goggles.

    NOTE:

    Insulate the disconnected terminals and connector with insulating tape.

    1. Remove the bolt and valve to connector tube.
      GTY996662Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts with vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

    2. Remove the 2 O-rings from the valve to connector tube.
  24. PERFORM RECOVERY INSPECTION 
    1. Before returning the HV supply battery assembly, make sure to perform a recovery inspection.

      Refer to RECOVERY INSPECTION [06/2020 - ]