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2020 Toyota RAV4 XLE, AWD

Removal [08/2020 - 12/2021]: Procedure

2020 Toyota RAV4 XLE, AWDSECTION Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
  1. REMOVE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [08/2020 - 12/2021]

  2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (for Engine) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  3. REMOVE FLOW SHUTTING VALVE (WATER BY-PASS HOSE ASSEMBLY) 
    1. Disconnect the flow shutting valve (water by-pass hose assembly) connector.
      GTY928728Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Disconnect the outlet heater water hose connector from the No. 2 water by-pass pipe sub-assembly.
      NOTE:

      Remove any foreign matter on the No. 2 water by-pass pipe sub-assembly and outlet heater water hose connector before performing this work.

      1. Pull out the retainer to detach the lock claws and pull off the outlet heater water hose connector.
        GTY887864Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
        *a Retainer
        Pull out
        Pull off
      2. Check that there is no foreign matter on the sealing surfaces of the disconnected water lines. Clean them if necessary.
      3. Cover the disconnected No. 2 water by-pass pipe sub-assembly and outlet heater water hose connector with plastic bags to prevent damage and contamination.
    3. Disconnect the inlet heater water hose connector from the flow shutting valve (water by-pass hose assembly).
      NOTE:

      Remove any foreign matter on the flow shutting valve (water by-pass hose assembly) and inlet heater water hose connector before performing this work.

      1. Pull out the retainer to detach the lock claws and pull off the inlet heater water hose connector.
        GTY882852Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
        *a Retainer
        Pull out
        Pull off
      2. Check that there is no foreign matter on the sealing surfaces of the disconnected water lines. Clean them if necessary.
      3. Cover the disconnected inlet heater water hose connector with a plastic bag to prevent damage and contamination.
    4. Remove the bolt to disconnect the No. 2 water by-pass pipe sub-assembly.
      GTY849710Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Remove the bolt to disconnect the flow shutting valve (water by-pass hose assembly).
      GTY849721Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    6. Slide the clip and disconnect the flow shutting valve (water by-pass hose assembly) from the water by-pass outlet sub-assembly.
      GTY849723Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      HINT: 

      Use a container to catch any engine coolant which flows out of the flow shutting valve (water by-pass hose assembly) and water by-pass outlet sub-assembly.

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.