REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER(for AWD) 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 rear suspension member sub-assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced
Replaced Part or Performed Procedure Necessary Procedure Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed Link
Rear wheel alignment adjustment

  1. Clear zero point calibration data and system information.

  2. Perform yaw rate and acceleration sensor zero point calibration and store system information.

  • VSC disabled or malfunctions

  • DTCs are stored

  • Slip indicator light illuminates

  • ABS warning light illuminates

  • Theft deterrent system (tilt sensor)*1

Click here

Suspension, tires, etc.

(The vehicle height changes because of suspension or tire replacement)

  • Ultrasonic sensor detection angle

  • Ultrasonic sensor detection angle registration

  • Intelligent clearance sonar system

  • LEXUS parking assist-sensor system (w/ Intelligent Clearance Sonar System)

Click here

Rear television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting) Parking assist monitor system (w/ Parallel Parking Assist Function)

for Initialization: Click here

for Calibration: Click here

Rear television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting) Parking assist monitor system (w/o Parallel Parking Assist Function)

for Initialization: Click here

for Calibration: Click here


  • Parking assist ECU initialization

  • Adjust steering angle

 Panoramic view monitor system

for Initialization: Click here

for Calibration: Click here

Initialize headlight ECU sub-assembly LH

  • Adaptive high beam system

  • Automatic headlight beam level control system

Click here

Rear height control sensor sub-assembly RH Initialize headlight ECU sub-assembly LH

  • Adaptive High Beam System

  • Automatic headlight beam level control system

Click here

Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired Inspection After Repair

  • Poor idle, etc.

  • Engine start function, etc.

for 8AR-FTS: Click here

for 2GR-FKS w/ Canister Pump Module: Click here

for 2GR-FKS w/o Canister Pump Module: Click here

Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal Memorize steering angle neutral point LKA/LDA System

Click here

Intelligent clearance sonar system*2
Pre-crash safety system

Lighting system (EXT)


  • Cornering lights
Adaptive high beam system
Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 15 to 60 minutes) Stop and start system

Click here

Memorize steering angle neutral point Parking Assist Monitor System (w/ Parallel Parking Assist Function)

Click here

Parking Assist Monitor System (w/o Parallel Parking Assist Function)

Click here

Panoramic view monitor system

Click here

Initialize back door lock Power door lock control system

Click here

Reset back door close position Power back door system

Click here

*1: w/ TFT Meter Type
*2: When performing learning using the GTS.
Click here Click here

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL

    Click here

  2. REMOVE TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY

    for 8AR-FTS: Click here

    for 2GR-FKS: Click here

  3. REMOVE PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  4. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER LH

    Click here

  5. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  6. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH

    Click here

  7. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  8. SEPARATE REAR FLEXIBLE HOSE LH


    1. B005MNY

      Remove the bolt and separate the rear flexible hose LH from the rear upper control arm assembly LH.

  9. SEPARATE REAR FLEXIBLE HOSE RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  10. REMOVE REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Click here

  11. SEPARATE NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE WIRE ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  12. SEPARATE NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE WIRE ASSEMBLY

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  13. SEPARATE REAR SPEED SENSOR LH


    1. B005P25

      Remove the bolt and separate the rear speed sensor LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.

      Note


      • Prevent foreign matter from contacting the sensor tip.

      • Clean the speed sensor installation hole and the contact surfaces every time the speed sensor is removed.

      • Be careful not to damage the rear speed sensor LH.

    2. B005M3X

      Remove the bolt and separate the rear speed sensor LH from the rear trailing arm assembly LH.

  14. SEPARATE REAR SPEED SENSOR RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  15. REMOVE REAR SPEED SENSOR LH (w/o AVS)


    1. B005PMT

      Disconnect the connector.

    2. Remove the 2 bolts, nut and rear speed sensor LH.

  16. REMOVE REAR SPEED SENSOR RH (w/o AVS)


    1. B005PE7

      Disconnect the connector and disengage the 2 clamps.

    2. Remove the 2 bolts, nut and rear speed sensor RH.

  17. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE LH (w/ AVS)


    1. B005OHN

      Disconnect the 3 connectors.

    2. Remove the 2 bolts, 4 nuts and rear No. 2 skid control sensor wire LH.

  18. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE RH (w/ AVS)


    1. B005Q03

      Disconnect the 3 connectors and disengage the 3 clamps.

    2. Remove the 2 bolts, 4 nuts and rear No. 2 skid control sensor wire RH.

  19. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH

    Click here

  20. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  21. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER BAR

    w/o Rear No. 2 Seat: Click here

    w/ Rear No. 2 Seat: Click here

  22. REMOVE REAR COIL SPRING LH

    Click here

  23. REMOVE REAR COIL SPRING RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  24. REMOVE REAR LOWER COIL SPRING INSULATOR LH

    Click here

  25. REMOVE REAR LOWER COIL SPRING INSULATOR RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  26. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

    Click here

  27. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  28. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. B005NF6C02
      *a Wooden Block
      *b Transmission Jack

      Using a transmission jack and a wooden block, support the rear differential carrier assembly.

    2. B005NTV

      Remove the bolt, nut and rear lower suspension member stopper LH.

    3. B005PCUC01
      *a Wooden Block
      *b Transmission Jack

      Using a transmission jack and a wooden block, support the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.

    4. Remove the nut (A) and spacer.

    5. Remove the bolt (B), nut and rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH and rear suspension member sub-assembly.

      Note

      Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.

    6. B005NTV

      Temporarily install the rear lower suspension member stopper LH with the bolt and nut.

  29. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  30. SEPARATE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. B005PUI

      Remove the bolt and nut and separate the rear upper control arm assembly LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.

      Note

      Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.

  31. SEPARATE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  32. DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL

    Click here

  33. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH

    Click here

  34. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  35. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT SNAP RING (for LH Side)

    Click here

  36. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT SNAP RING (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  37. REMOVE REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  38. SEPARATE NO. 3 FLOOR WIRE


    1. Remove the bolt and disengage the 3 clamps to separate the No. 3 floor wire from rear suspension member sub-assembly.

      B005PWA

  39. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. B005LNLC02
      *a Engine Lifter
      *b Attachment
      *c Wooden Block
      B005M97 Attachment and Wooden Block Placement Location

      Using an engine lifter, 2 attachments and 2 wooden blocks 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.

      B005Q06

      Note

      Use attachments and wooden blocks to keep the rear suspension member sub-assembly level.

    2. Remove the 4 bolts, 2 nuts, 2 rear lower suspension braces, rear lower suspension member stopper LH and rear lower suspension member stopper RH.

    3. Slowly lower the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

      Note

      When lowering the rear suspension member sub-assembly, be careful not to damage the vehicle body or other components installed to the vehicle.

  40. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER UPPER STOPPER


    1. B005LB5

      Remove the 2 rear suspension member upper stoppers from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  41. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR UPPER STOPPER


    1. B005MAC

      Remove the 2 rear suspension member rear upper stoppers from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  42. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH

    Click here

  43. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  44. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION

    Click here

  45. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION (for LH Side)


    1. B005OM4C11
      *a Bend Portion

      Using a chisel and hammer, bend the 2 portions of the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion rib.

      Note

      Make sure to bend the 2 portions of the cushion rib until the claws of SST can fit securely.

    2. B005PZUN11

      Install SST as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01040, 09830-01050 )
      09950-40011   ( 09951-04020, 09952-04010, 09954-04010, 09955-04051, 09958-04011 )

      Note

      Apply grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

    3. B005Q9KC05
      *a Hold
      *b Turn

      Using SST, remove the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion while applying grease into the clearance between the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion and the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

      SST
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01040, 09830-01050 )
      09950-40011   ( 09951-04020, 09952-04010, 09954-04010, 09955-04051, 09958-04011 )

      Note


      • Set the claws of SST onto the rear suspension member sub-assembly securely as shown in the illustration.

      • Be careful as the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion may fly out.

      • The rear suspension member front body mounting cushion cannot be reused.

    4. Remove SST and the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion (LH Side) from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  46. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  47. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION LH


    1. B005P8HC12
      *a Bend Portion

      Using a chisel and hammer, bend the 2 portions of the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH rib.

      Note

      Make sure to bend the 2 portions of the cushion rib until the claws of SST can fit securely.

    2. B005LJWN15

      Install SST as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01040, 09830-01050 )
      09950-40011   ( 09951-04020, 09952-04010, 09954-04010, 09955-04051, 09958-04011 )

      Note

      Apply grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

    3. B005OFAC06
      *a Hold
      *b Turn

      Using SST, remove the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH while applying grease into the clearance between the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH and the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

      SST
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01040, 09830-01050 )
      09950-40011   ( 09951-04020, 09952-04010, 09954-04010, 09955-04051, 09958-04011 )

      Note


      • Set the claws of SST onto the rear suspension member sub-assembly securely as shown in the illustration.

      • Be careful as the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH may fly out.

      • The rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH cannot be reused.

    4. Remove SST and the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  48. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  49. REMOVE HOLE PLUG


    1. B005PDT

      Remove the 13 hole plugs from the rear suspension member sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.