SLIDING ROOF / CONVERTIBLE: SLIDING ROOF HOUSING (for Moon Roof): REMOVAL; 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020

Last Modified: 01-30-2024	6.11:8.1.0	Doc ID: RM100000001QIO3
Model Year Start: 2021	Model: RAV4	Prod Date Range: [08/2020 - 12/2021]
Title: SLIDING ROOF / CONVERTIBLE: SLIDING ROOF HOUSING (for Moon Roof): REMOVAL; 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during sliding roof housing sub-assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedure after parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for HV Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure	Necessary Procedure	Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed
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Removal and installation of auxiliary battery terminal	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
		Parking support brake system (for HV model)*
		Pre-collision system
		Lighting system (EXT)(w/ AFS)
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Parking assist monitor system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Panoramic view monitor system (for HV model)
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system (for HV model)
	Back door lock initialization	Power door lock control system
Sliding roof ECU (sliding roof drive gear sub-assembly)	Initialize sliding roof system	Auto operation function Jam protection function Key-off operation function Key-linked function Wireless transmitter-linked function Sliding roof open warning function Sliding roof may move in reverse or become misaligned
Sliding roof drive cable sub-assembly (Including removal and installation)	Initialize sliding roof system	Auto operation function Jam protection function Key-off operation function Key-linked function Wireless transmitter-linked function Sliding roof open warning function Sliding roof may move in reverse or become misaligned
Sliding roof glass sub-assembly (Including removal and installation)	Initialize sliding roof system	Auto operation function Jam protection function Key-off operation function Key-linked function Wireless transmitter-linked function Sliding roof open warning function Sliding roof may move in reverse or become misaligned

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 (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Auxiliary 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

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for Gasoline Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure	Necessary Procedure	Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed
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Removal and installation of auxiliary battery terminal	Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)	Stop and start system
	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
		Parking support brake system (for Gasoline model)*
		Pre-collision system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Parking assist monitor system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system (for Gasoline model)
	Back door lock initialization	Power door lock control system
Sliding roof ECU (Sliding roof drive gear sub-assembly)	Initialize sliding roof system	Auto operation function Jam protection function Key-off operation function Key-linked function Wireless transmitter-linked function Sliding roof open warning function Sliding roof may move in reverse or become misaligned
Sliding roof drive cable sub-assembly (Including removal and installation)	Initialize sliding roof system	Auto operation function Jam protection function Key-off operation function Key-linked function Wireless transmitter-linked function Sliding roof open warning function Sliding roof may move in reverse or become misaligned
Sliding roof glass sub-assembly (Including removal and installation)	Initialize sliding roof system	Auto operation function Jam protection function Key-off operation function Key-linked function Wireless transmitter-linked function Sliding roof open warning function Sliding roof may move in reverse or become misaligned

NOTICE:

Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Auxiliary 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

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:

Be sure to read precaution thoroughly before servicing.

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NOTICE:

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

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2. REMOVE SLIDING ROOF SIDE GARNISH LH

(a) Detach the claw and remove the sliding roof side garnish LH.

3. REMOVE SLIDING ROOF SIDE GARNISH RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

4. REMOVE SLIDING ROOF GLASS SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Move the sliding roof glass sub-assembly to the fully closed position.

(b) Using a T25 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 4 "TORX" screws and sliding roof glass sub-assembly.

HINT:

Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

NOTICE:

To prevent the sliding roof glass sub-assembly and sliding roof drive gear assembly from becoming misaligned, move the sliding roof glass sub-assembly to the fully closed position before removing it.

5. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL

(a) for A25A-FXS:

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(b) for A25A-FKS:

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CAUTION:

Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
If the airbag deploys for any reason, it may cause a serious accident.

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

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6. REMOVE CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY LH

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7. REMOVE CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

8. DISCONNECT SLIDING ROOF DRAIN HOSE

(a) Detach the sliding roof drain hose clamp and disconnect the 4 sliding roof drain hoses.

HINT:

Use the same procedure for all of the sliding roof drain hoses.

9. REMOVE SLIDING ROOF HOUSING SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 4 bolts, 6 nuts and sliding roof housing sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

If the removed nut is the same shape as that shown in the illustration, replace it the supplied replacement part.