Reassembly [11/2018 - 10/2019]: Procedure

2020 Toyota RAV4 XLE, AWDSECTION Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
  1. INSTALL NO. 2 TRANSFER CASE OIL SEAL 

    See step  8

  2. INSTALL OUTPUT SHAFT COMPANION FLANGE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Align the matchmark on the output shaft companion flange with the transfer gear groove, and then temporarily install the output shaft companion flange sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.
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      *a Matchmark
    2. Using SST, install the output shaft companion flange sub-assembly.
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      *a Turn
      *b Hold
      • SST: 09950-30012 
        1. 09951-03010
        2. 09953-03010
        3. 09954-03010
        4. 09955-03030
      • SST: 09956-03090 
    3. Using SST, temporarily install the output shaft companion flange nut.
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      *a Turn
      *b Hold
      • SST: 09330-00021 

      Torque: 140 N.m (1428 kgf/cm, 103 ft.lbf) 

      WARNING:

      The total preload may be within the standard even when the output shaft companion flange is loose. If the output shaft companion flange is installed in this state, the vehicle may be damaged or lead to a serious accident.

RENDER: 1.0x

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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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