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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2020RAV4 XLE, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 8 (HYBRID BATTERY CONTROL SYSTEM - SERVICE INFORMATION (7 OF 7))SERVICE PLUG GRIPREMOVAL [06/2020 - 08/2020]PROCEDURE
2020 Toyota RAV4 XLE, AWD

Removal [06/2020 - 08/2020]: Procedure

2020 Toyota RAV4 XLE, AWDSECTION Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
  1. CHECK FOR DTC 
    1. Check for DTCs.
      WARNING:
      • Confirm that DTC P0AA6-49 (Hybrid / EV Battery Voltage System Isolation Internal Electronic Failure), P1C7C-49 (Hybrid / EV Battery Voltage System Isolation (A/C Area) Internal Electronic Failure), P1C7D-49 (Hybrid / EV Battery Voltage System Isolation (Hybrid/EV Battery Area) Internal Electronic Failure), P1C7E-49 (Hybrid / EV Battery Voltage System Isolation (Transaxle Area) Internal Electronic Failure) or P1C7F-49 (Hybrid / EV Battery Voltage System Isolation (Direct Current Area) Internal Electronic Failure), P1C80-49 (Hybrid/EV Battery Voltage System Isolation (Rear Motor Area) Internal Electronic Failure, for 4WD/AWD) is not output before removing or installing the HV battery. If this DTC is output, perform troubleshooting for this DTC first.
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      • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform troubleshooting before checking for DTCs.
  2. PRECAUTION 
    NOTE:

    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.

  3. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2

  4. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 FLOOR BOARD 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  5. REMOVE BATTERY HOLE COVER 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  6. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5

  7. REMOVE BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER 

    See step  1

  8. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP 
    WARNING:
    • Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
    • Do not inspect or service the high voltage system with the service plug grip installed.
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    • To reduce the risk of electric shock, make sure to remove the service plug grip to cut off the high voltage circuit before servicing the vehicle.
    • To reduce the risk of electric shock, make sure to wait at least 10 minutes after removing the service plug grip to fully discharge the high voltage capacitor inside the inverter with converter assembly.
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    • Keep the removed service plug grip in your pocket to prevent other technicians from accidentally installing it while you are servicing the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic

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.