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Removal [12/2019 - 10/2022]: Procedure

  1. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP (for AWD) 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2019 - 10/2022]

  2. REMOVE NO. 2 INVERTER PROTECTOR (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9

  3. DISCONNECT ENGINE ROOM MAIN WIRE (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  4. REMOVE CONNECTOR COVER ASSEMBLY (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 11

  5. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 12

  6. INSTALL CONNECTOR COVER ASSEMBLY (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7

  7. CONNECT ENGINE ROOM MAIN WIRE (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 31

  8. INSTALL NO. 2 INVERTER PROTECTOR (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 17

  9. REMOVE REAR WHEEL 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  10. REMOVE TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2019 - 10/2022]

  11. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER LH 

    See step  3

  12. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  13. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  14. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT RH (for AWD) 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  15. SEPARATE REAR FLEXIBLE HOSE LH 
    1. Remove the bolt and separate the rear flexible hose LH from the rear upper control arm assembly LH.
      GTY911646Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  16. SEPARATE REAR FLEXIBLE HOSE RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  17. DISCONNECT NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE WIRE ASSEMBLY (for AWD) 
    1. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, disconnect the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector from the rear skid control sensor.
      GTY871513Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Protective Tape
      NOTE:
      • Remove any dirt or foreign matter on and around the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector before performing this step.
      • Do not allow water, oil or dirt to enter the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector.
      • Be careful not to damage the rear skid control sensor or connector cover.
  18. DISCONNECT NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE WIRE ASSEMBLY (for AWD) 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  19. REMOVE REAR SKID CONTROL SENSOR LH (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 6

  20. REMOVE REAR SKID CONTROL SENSOR RH (for AWD) 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  21. REMOVE REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY LH (w/ Height Control Sensor) 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2019 - 11/2023]

  22. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH 

    See step  4

  23. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  24. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER BAR 

    See step  6

  25. REMOVE REAR LOWER STABILIZER BRACKET 

    See step  7

  26. REMOVE REAR COIL SPRING LH 

    See step  5

  27. REMOVE REAR COIL SPRING RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  28. REMOVE REAR LOWER COIL SPRING INSULATOR LH 

    See step  6

  29. REMOVE REAR LOWER COIL SPRING INSULATOR RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  30. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH 

    See step  7

  31. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  32. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH 

    See step  8

  33. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  34. SEPARATE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH 
    1. Remove the bolt and nut and separate the rear upper control arm assembly LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.
      NOTE:

      Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.

      GTY917469Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  35. SEPARATE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  36. DRAIN HYBRID TRANSAXLE FLUID (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  37. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 15

  38. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH (for AWD) 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  39. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT LH SNAP RING (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 16

  40. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT RH SNAP RING (for AWD) 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  41. SEPARATE FRAME WIRE (w/ Wire Harness) 
    1. w/ Height Control Sensor:
      1. GTY917485Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

        Disengage the clamp.

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        Remove the nut to separate the frame wire from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

    2. for AWD:
      1. Disconnect the 2 connectors.
        GTY917459Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      2. Remove the 2 bolts to separate the frame wire from the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.
      3. Remove the bolt and disengage the clamp to separate the frame wire from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
        GTY917483Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. for 2WD:
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        Remove the bolt and separate the frame wire from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  42. DISCONNECT FLOOR UNDER WIRE (for AWD) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    NOTE:

    Insulate the disconnected connectors with insulating tape.

    1. Disengage the clamp.
      GTY880986Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the 2 bolts and HV floor under wire from the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.
      NOTE:
      • Do not damage the terminals, interlock connector or rear traction motor with transaxle assembly during disconnection.
      • Do not touch the waterproof seal or terminals of the connector.
      • Do not allow any foreign matter or water to enter the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly.
      • Although the connector may feel loose, this is not due to a malfunction.
      GTY938517Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Waterproof Seal
  43. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using an engine lifter, 2 attachments and 2 wooden blocks 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.
      GTY917457Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:

      Use attachments and wooden blocks to keep the rear suspension member sub-assembly level.

      GTY850412Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Engine Lifter
      *b Attachment
      *c Wooden Block
      Attachment and Wooden Block Placement Location
    2. Remove the 4 bolts, 2 nuts, 2 rear lower suspension braces, rear lower suspension member stopper LH and rear lower suspension member stopper RH.
    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.

  44. REMOVE REAR TRACTION MOTOR WITH TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (for AWD) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  45. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER UPPER STOPPER 
    1. Remove the 2 rear suspension member upper stoppers from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      GTY924324Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  46. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER LOWER STOPPER RETAINER 
    1. Remove the 2 rear suspension member lower stopper retainers from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      GTY924323Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  47. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH 

    See step  2

  48. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  49. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION (for AWD) 
    1. Using SST, remove the differential mount cushion from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      • SST: 09570-24011 
      GTY926044Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Hold *b Turn
      Front of the Vehicle SST Bolt Position
      NOTE:
      • Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.
      • Be sure to install the SST bolt straight.
  50. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION (for LH Side) 
    1. Using a chisel and hammer, bend the 2 portions of the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion rib.
      NOTE:

      Make sure to bend the 2 portions of the cushion rib until the claws of SST can fit securely.

      GTY909248Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Bend Portion
    2. Install SST as shown in the illustration.
      • SST: 09830-10010 
        1. 09830-01010
        2. 09830-01040
        3. 09830-01050
      • SST: 09950-40011 
        1. 09951-04020
        2. 09952-04010
        3. 09954-04010
        4. 09955-04051
        5. 09958-04011
      NOTE:

      Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      GTY944681Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Using SST, remove the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion while applying lubricant into the clearance between the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion and the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      • SST: 09830-10010 
        1. 09830-01010
        2. 09830-01040
        3. 09830-01050
      • SST: 09950-40011 
        1. 09951-04020
        2. 09952-04010
        3. 09954-04010
        4. 09955-04051
        5. 09958-04011
      NOTE:
      • Set the claws of SST onto the rear suspension member sub-assembly securely as shown in the illustration.
      • Tighten SST slowly and evenly.
      • Be careful as the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion may fly out.
      • The rear suspension member front body mounting cushion cannot be reused.
      GTY928316Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Hold
      *b Turn
    4. Remove SST and the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion (LH Side) from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
  51. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION (for RH Side) 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  52. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION LH 
    1. Using a chisel and hammer, bend the 2 portions of the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH rib.
      NOTE:

      Make sure to bend the 2 portions of the cushion rib until the claws of SST can fit securely.

      GTY932905Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Bend Portion
    2. Install SST as shown in the illustration.
      • SST: 09830-10010 
        1. 09830-01010
        2. 09830-01040
        3. 09830-01050
      • SST: 09950-40011 
        1. 09951-04020
        2. 09952-04010
        3. 09954-04010
        4. 09955-04051
        5. 09958-04011
      NOTE:

      Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      GTY861122Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Using SST, remove the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH while applying lubricant into the clearance between the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH and the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      • SST: 09830-10010 
        1. 09830-01010
        2. 09830-01040
        3. 09830-01050
      • SST: 09950-40011 
        1. 09951-04020
        2. 09952-04010
        3. 09954-04010
        4. 09955-04051
        5. 09958-04011
      NOTE:
      • Set the claws of SST onto the rear suspension member sub-assembly securely as shown in the illustration.
      • Tighten SST slowly and evenly.
      • Be careful as the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH may fly out.
      • The rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH cannot be reused.
      GTY878649Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Hold
      *b Turn
    4. Remove SST and the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
  53. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  54. REMOVE BOLT (for 2WD) 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      GTY620504Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  55. REMOVE HOLE PLUG 
    1. Remove the 12 hole plugs from the rear suspension member sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.
      GTY620503Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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