Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001LT00
Model Year Start: 2020 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [10/2019 - 08/2020]
Title: HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING: AIR CONDITIONING UNIT (for A25A-FKS): REMOVAL; 2020 MY RAV4 [10/2019 - 08/2020]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed or replaced during the air conditioning unit assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link

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Battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected

Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)

Stop and start system

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Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane control system

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Parking support brake system (for Gasoline model)*

Pre-collision system

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking assist monitor system

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Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)

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Reset back door close position

Power back door system (for Gasoline model)

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Back door lock initialization

Power door lock control system

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Steering sensor (Including removal and installation)

Steering angle setting

Parking assist monitor system

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Adjust steering angle

Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)

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Steering angle neutral point

Parking assist monitor system

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Parking support brake system (for Gasoline model)

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Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)

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CAUTION:

  • Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the parts may injure your hands.
  • There is risk of injury.

CAUTION:

Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing.

  • w/ Occupant Classification System:

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  • w/o Occupant Classification System:

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NOTICE:

  • After the ignition switch is turned off, the radio and display receiver assembly records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, be sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

    Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Battery Terminal

    System Name

    See Procedure

    Vehicle enrolled in Toyota Audio Multimedia system or safety connect system

    6 minutes

    Vehicle not enrolled in Toyota Audio Multimedia system and safety connect system

    1 minute

  • After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work.

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PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

NOTICE:

Make sure to select face mode before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

2. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

3. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

(a) for HFC-134a (R134a):

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(b) for HFO-1234yf (R1234yf):

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4. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

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5. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND LINK ASSEMBLY

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6. REMOVE COWL VENTILATOR SPLASH SHIELD (for TMC Made)

HINT:

Remove using the same procedure that is performed when replacement of the cowl ventilator splash shield is necessary.

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7. REMOVE COWL VENTILATOR SPLASH SHIELD (for TMMC Made)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the cowl ventilator splash shield (for TMC Made).

8. REMOVE COWL VENTILATOR PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) w/ Windshield Deicer System:

(1) Detach the clamp.

(b) Detach the clamp.

Bolt

Nut

(c) Remove the 4 bolts, 4 nuts and cowl ventilator panel sub-assembly.

9. REMOVE HOLE PLUG

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10. DISCONNECT SUCTION PIPE SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMC Made without Sub-cool Accelerator)

(a) Remove the bolt.

(b) Rotate the 1-point tightening plate as shown in the illustration.

Rotate in this Direction

(c) Disconnect the suction pipe sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not apply excessive force to the suction pipe sub-assembly.

(d) Remove the O-ring from the suction pipe sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

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

11. DISCONNECT SUCTION TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY B (for TMMC Made without Sub-cool Accelerator)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the suction pipe sub-assembly (for TMC Made without Sub-cool Accelerator).

12. DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONING TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY (w/o Sub-cool Accelerator)

(a) Disconnect the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not apply excessive force to the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.

(b) Remove the O-ring from the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.

NOTICE:

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

13. DISCONNECT NO. 2 AIR CONDITIONING TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY (for TMC Made with Sub-cool Accelerator)

(a) Remove the bolt.

(b) Rotate the 1-point tightening plate as shown in the illustration.

Rotate in this Direction

(c) Disconnect the No. 2 air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not apply excessive force to the No. 2 air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.

(d) Remove the 2 O-rings from the No. 2 air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.

NOTICE:

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

14. DISCONNECT SUCTION TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY B (for TMMC Made with Sub-cool Accelerator)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the No. 2 air conditioning tube and accessory assembly (for TMC Made with Sub-cool Accelerator).

15. DISCONNECT OUTLET HEATER WATER HOSE

(a) Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the outlet heater water hose.

NOTICE:

  • Do not apply excessive force to the outlet heater water hose.
  • Prepare a drain pan or cloth in case the coolant leaks.

16. DISCONNECT INLET HEATER WATER HOSE

(a) Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the inlet heater water hose.

NOTICE:

  • Do not apply excessive force to the inlet heater water hose.
  • Prepare a drain pan or cloth in case the coolant leaks.

17. REMOVE HEATER GROMMET

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18. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY LH

(a) for Manual Seat:

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(b) for Power Seat:

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19. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

20. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD ASSEMBLY

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21. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY

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22. REMOVE NAVIGATION ECU WITH BRACKET (w/ Navigation System)

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23. REMOVE DCM (TELEPHONE TRANSCEIVER ASSEMBLY) WITH BRACKET (w/ DCM)

(a) w/ Navigation System:

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(b) w/o Navigation System:

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24. REMOVE OUTER LAP BELT ANCHOR COVER

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25. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

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26. REMOVE FRONT SEAT OUTER BELT ASSEMBLY LH

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27. REMOVE LOWER CENTER PILLAR GARNISH LH

(a) Remove the rear side of the front door opening trim weatherstrip LH so that the lower center pillar garnish LH can be removed.

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(b) Remove the front side of the rear door opening trim weatherstrip LH so that the lower center pillar garnish LH can be removed.

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(c) Remove the lower center pillar garnish LH.

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28. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the rear door scuff plate LH.

29. REMOVE FRONT SEAT OUTER BELT ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the front seat outer belt assembly LH.

30. REMOVE LOWER CENTER PILLAR GARNISH RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the lower center pillar garnish LH.

31. REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL PAD

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32. REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY

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33. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR CAUTION PLATE COVER (w/ Cover)

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34. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR FRONT CARPET ASSEMBLY

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35. REMOVE NO. 3 DASH PANEL INSULATOR PAD

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36. REMOVE REAR NO. 4 AIR DUCT (for TMC Made)

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37. REMOVE REAR NO. 4 AIR DUCT (for TMMC Made)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 4 air duct (for TMC Made).

38. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 AIR DUCT (for TMC Made)

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39. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 AIR DUCT (for TMMC Made)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 3 air duct (for TMC Made).

40. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 AIR DUCT (for TMC Made)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 4 air duct (for TMC Made).

41. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 AIR DUCT (for TMMC Made)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 4 air duct (for TMC Made).

42. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 AIR DUCT

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 3 air duct (for TMC Made).

43. REMOVE NO. 1 CONSOLE BOX DUCT (w/ Rear Register Duct)

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44. REMOVE NO. 2 HEATER TO REGISTER DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY

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45. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL TO COWL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMC Made)

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46. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMMC Made)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described as for the No. 3 instrument panel to cowl brace sub-assembly (for TMC Made).

47. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY WITH MAIN BODY ECU

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48. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE

(a) Disconnect the 2 connectors.

*a

Clamp

*b

Guide

(b) Detach the clamp and guide.

(c) Remove the 3 bolts.

*a

Clamp

*b

Guide

(d) Detach the guide and disconnect the 3 ground wires.

(e) Detach the clamp.

(f) Remove the nut.

*A

for Type A

*B

for Type B

*C

for Automatic Air Conditioning System

-

-

*a

Clamp

*b

Guide

Bolt

Nut

Connector

Lever Connector

(g) Remove the bolt.

(h) Detach the guide and disconnect the ground wire.

(i) Disconnect the connector.

(j) Detach the clamp.

(k) Disconnect the lever connector.

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49. REMOVE DOOR CONTROL BATTERY (w/ Door Control Battery)

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50. REMOVE ECU INTEGRATION BOX RH

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51. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE

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52. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY

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53. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY

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54. DISCONNECT DRAIN COOLER HOSE

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55. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT ASSEMBLY WITH AIR CONDITIONING UNIT ASSEMBLY

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56. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY

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57. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE

(a) Disconnect the connector.

*A

w/ ECU

-

-

(b) Detach the clamp.

58. REMOVE ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILIZER CODE ECU) (w/ ID Code Box)

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59. REMOVE TRANSPONDER KEY ECU (IMMOBILIZER CODE ECU) (w/ Transponder ECU)

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60. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT ASSEMBLY

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61. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMC Made)

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62. REMOVE NO. 3 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMMC Made)

HINT:

  • Perform this procedure only when replacement of the No. 3 air duct sub-assembly is necessary.
  • Use the same procedure described as for the No. 1 air duct sub-assembly (for TMC Made).

63. REMOVE COOLER UNIT DRAIN HOSE GROMMET

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