REAR SUSPENSION: REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER (for Gasoline Model AWD): INSTALLATION; 2022 - 2024 MY RAV4 [12/2021

Last Modified: 01-30-2024	6.11:8.1.0	Doc ID: RM1000000022076
Model Year Start: 2022	Model: RAV4	Prod Date Range: [12/2021 - ]
Title: REAR SUSPENSION: REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER (for Gasoline Model AWD): INSTALLATION; 2022 - 2024 MY RAV4 [12/2021 - ]

INSTALLATION

PROCEDURE

1. INSTALL HOLE PLUG

(a) Install the 10 hole plugs to the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

HINT:

There are 2 different shapes of hole plug.

2. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION

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3. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION (for LH Side)

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4. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION (for RH Side)

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5. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION LH

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6. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION RH

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7. INSTALL REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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8. INSTALL REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

9. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) for TMC Made:

(1) Install the 4 rear suspension member cushions to the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

HINT:

When reusing the rear suspension member cushion, make sure to check its identification mark and install it to the correct position.

(b) for TMMC Made:

(1) Install the 2 rear suspension member cushions and 2 upper differential support member stoppers to the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

HINT:

When reusing the rear suspension member cushion and upper differential support member stopper, make sure to check its identification mark and install it to the correct position.

(c) Using an engine lifter and 4 attachments or equivalent tools, support the rear suspension member sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.

CAUTION:

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.

NOTICE:

Use attachments or equivalent tools to keep the rear suspension member sub-assembly level.
Keep supporting the rear suspension member sub-assembly until the installation has been completed.

*a	Engine Lifter
*b	Attachment
	Attachment and Wooden Block Placement Location

(d) Raise the rear suspension member sub-assembly until there is no clearance between the rear suspension member sub-assembly and vehicle.

(e) Install the rear suspension member sub-assembly with the 2 rear suspension member lower stoppers, rear suspension member lower brace LH and rear suspension member lower brace RH, 2 bolts and 4 nuts.

Torque:

Bolt A :

158 N·m {1611 kgf·cm, 117 ft·lbf}

Nut B :

158 N·m {1611 kgf·cm, 117 ft·lbf}

Nut C :

18 N·m {184 kgf·cm, 13 ft·lbf}

(f) except Torque Vectoring Differential, w/ Height Control Sensor:

(1) Engage the 7 clamps to install the differential carrier wire harness.

(g) except Torque Vectoring Differential, w/o Height Control Sensor:

(1) Engage the 6 clamps to install the differential carrier wire harness.

10. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Temporarily install the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly to the rear suspension member sub-assembly with the bolt and nut.

NOTICE:

Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Tighten the bolt with the nut secured.
Insert the bolt with the threaded end facing the rear of the vehicle.

11. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

12. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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13. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

14. INSTALL TORQUE VECTORING DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY (for Torque Vectoring Differential)

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15. INSTALL REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY (except Torque Vectoring Differential)

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16. STABILIZE SUSPENSION

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17. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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18. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

19. INSTALL REAR WHEEL

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20. INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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21. PERFORM INITIALIZATION

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