TOYOTA AVENSIS 2005 Service Repair Manual

320VI±01
G23173
Stop Lamp Switch Assy
Push Rod
Pedal Height
F43108
Stop Lamp Switch Assy Cushion
1.5 ± 2.5 mm (0.059 ± 0.098 in.) 32±6
± BRAKEBRAKE PEDAL SUB±ASSY
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
BRAKE PEDAL SUB±ASSY
ADJUSTMENT
1. CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT
(a) Inspect brake pedal height.
Pedal height from dash panel:
RHD: 142.5 to 152.5 mm (5.610 to 6.004 in.)
LHD:
M/T: 148.1 to 158.1 mm (5.831 to 6.224 in.)
A/T: 149.9 to 159.9 mm (5.902 to 6.295 in.)
(b) Adjust brake pedal height.
(1) Remove the instrument finish panel lower.
(2) Disconnect the connector from the stop lamp switch
assy.
(3) Turn the stop lamp switch assy counterclokwise and
remove the stop lamp switch assy.
(4) Loosen the brake master cylinder push rod clevis
lock nut.
(5) Adjust the pedal height by turning the pedal push
rod.
(6) Tighten the push rod lock nut.
Torque: 19 N
m (194 kgf
cm, 14 ft
lbf)
HINT:
If the pedal height is incorrect, check and adjust the stop lamp
switch clearance.
(c) Disconnect the stop lamp switch assy connector from the
stop lamp switch assy.
(d) Turn the stop lamp switch assy counterclockwise and re-
move the stop lamp switch assy.
(e) Insert the stop lamp switch assy until the body hits the
cushion.
NOTICE:
When inserting the stop lamp switch assy, support the ped-
al from behind so that the pedal is not pushed in.
(f) Make a quarter turn clockwise to install the stop lamp
switch assy.
NOTICE:
The turning torque for installing the stop lamp switch assy.
Torque: 1.5 N
m (15 kgf
cm, 13 in.
lbf) or less
(g) Connect the stop lamp switch connector to the stop lamp
switch assy.

G23176
Pedal Free Play
R00934
Pedal Reserve
Distance
± BRAKEBRAKE PEDAL SUB±ASSY
32±7
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
(h) Check the protrusion of the rod.
Protrusion of the rod: 0.5 to 2.6 mm (0.020 to 0.102 in.)
(i) Install the clevis pin and clip.
(j) After adjusting the pedal height, check the pedal free
play.
2. CHECK PEDAL FREE PLAY
(a) Stop the engine and depress the brake pedal several
times until there is no more vacuum left in the booster.
(b) Push in the pedal until the beginning of the resistance is
felt. Measure the distance, as shown.
Pedal free play: 1 to 6 mm (0.04 to 0.24 in.)
3. CHECK PEDAL RESERVE DISTANCE
(a) Release the parking brake lever.
With the engine running, depress the pedal and measure
the pedal reserve distance, as shown.
Pedal reserve distance from asphalt sheet at 490 N
(50 kgf, 110.2 lbf): More than 50 mm (1.97 in.)
If the distance is out of the specification , troubleshoot the brake
system.

3201C±08
G24222
G24223
G24224
32±4
± BRAKEBRAKE FLUID
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
BRAKE FLUID
BLEEDING
NOTICE:
Wash the brake fluid off immediately if it adheres to any painted surfaces.
HINT:
When working on the brake system or when air in the brake lines is suspected, bleed the air from the system.
1. FILL RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID
Fluid: SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT4
2. BLEED MASTER CYLINDER
HINT:
After disassembling the master cylinder or when the reservoir
becomes empty, bleed the air out of the brake master cylinder.
(a) w/o VSC:
Using SST, Disconnect the brake lines from the brake
master cylinder.
SST 09023±00100
(b) w/ VSC:
Using SST, Disconnect the brake lines from the brake
master cylinder.
SST 09023±38400
(c) Slowly depress and hold the brake pedal it.
(d) Cover off the outer holes with your fingers, and release
the brake pedal.
(e) Repeat (b) and (c) 3 or 4 times.

F42258
G24222
± BRAKEBRAKE FLUID
32±5
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
3. BLEED BRAKE LINE
(a) Connect the vinyl tube to the brake caliper.
(b) Depress the brake pedal several times, then loosen the
bleeder plug with the pedal depressed.
(c) At the point when the fluid stops, coming out tighten the
bleeder plug, then release the brake pedal.
(d) Repeat (b) and (c) until all the air in the fluid has been bled
out.
(e) Repeat the above procedure to bleed the air out of the
brake line for each wheel.
Torque: 10 N
m (102 kgf
cm, 7 ft.
lbf)
4. CHECK FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR
(a) Check the fluid level and add fluid if necessary.
Fluid: SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT4

3201B±12
32±2
±
BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers \
indicate the probability of the
problems in descending order. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Low pedal or spongy pedal
3. Fluid leaks in brake system
4. Air in brake system
5. Piston seals (Worn or damaged)
6. Brake master cylinder (faulty)
7. Brake booster push rod (Out of adjustment) ±
32±4
32±41
32±47
32±13
32±13
Brake drag
1. Brake pedal free play (Minimal)
2. Parking brake lever travel (Out of adjustment)
3. Parking brake wire (Sticking)
4. Disk brake pad (Cracked or distorted)
5. Piston (Stuck or Frozen)
6. Brake booster push rod (Out adjustment)
7. Vacuum leaks in brake booster system
8. Brake master cylinder (Faulty)32±6
33±2
33±2
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±13
32±17
32±21
32±13
Brake pull
1. Piston (Stuck or Frozen)
2. Pad or lining (Oily)
3. Disc (Scored)
4. Pad (Cracked or distorted) 32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
Hard pedal but brake inefficient
1. Fluid leaks in brake system
2. Air in brake system
3. Pad (Worn)
4. Pad (Cracked or distorted)
5. Pad (Oily)
6. Pad (Glazed)
7. Disc (Scored)
8. Booster push rod (Out of adjustment)
9. Vacuum leaks for booster system ±
32±4
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±13
32±17
32±21

±
BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM
32±3
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
Noise from brakes
1. Pad (Cracked or distorted)
2. Installation bolt (Loose)
3. Disc (Scored)
4. Pad support plate (Loose)
5. Sliding pin (Worn)
6. Pad (dirty)
7. Pad(Glazed)32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47
32±41
32±47

3201A±12
± BRAKEBRAKE SYSTEM
32±1
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
BRAKE SYSTEM
PRECAUTION

Care must be taken to replace each part properly as it could affect the performance of the brake
system and result in a driving hazard. Replace the ones with parts having the same part number
or equivalent.

It is very important to keep the parts and the area clean when repairing the brake system.

If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system, refer to the precaution in the
INTRODUCTION.

300K0±01

F45577
Hold
Turn
SST

F45578
Hold
Turn
Nut
Washer
30±36
±
DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFT REAR AXLE LH HUB BOLT
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
REAR AXLE LH HUB BOLT
REPLACEMENT
HINT:

COMPONENTS: See page 30±30

Replace the RH side by the same procedures as the LH side.
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. SEPARATE REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSY LH
(a) Removing the 2 bolts and rear disc brake caliper assy.
NOTICE:
Use a string or other device to keep the brake caliper from hanging down\
.
3. REMOVE REAR DISC
4. REMOVE REAR AXLE LH HUB BOLT
(a) Turn the axle hub to move the LH hub bolt and SST, thatare to be removed, to the place shown in the illustration.
NOTICE:
Do not replace the hub bolt in any places other than that in
the illustration.
(b) Using SST and a hammer handle or an equivalent to hold the axle hub, remove the LH hub bolt.
SST 09628±10011
5. INSTALL REAR AXLE LH HUB BOLT
(a) Install a washer and nut to a new LH hub bolt as shown in the illustration.
(b) Using a hammer handle or an equivalent to hold the axle
hub, install the LH hub bolt by torquing the nut.
6. INSTALL REAR DISC
7. INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSY LH
(a) Install the rear disc brake caliper assy with the 2 bolts. Torque: 47 N
m (475 kgf
cm, 34 ft
lbf)
8. INSTALL REAR WHEEL Torque: 103 N
m (1,050 kgf
cm, 76 ft
lbf)

300JZ±01
F45267
F44818

F45752
SST
±
DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFT REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB±ASSY LH
30±31
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
REPLACEMENT
HINT:
Replace the RH side by the same procedures as the LH side.
1. INSPECT REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB±ASSY LH
(a) Check that there is no looseness on the ball joint by shaking the lower arm up and down with a force
of 294 N (30kgf, 66 lbf).
2. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
3. DISCONNECT SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE
(a) Remove the bolt, disconnect the skid control sensor wire.
(b) Disconnect the connector.
4. SEPARATE REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSY LH
(a) Removing the 2 bolts and rear disc brake caliper assy.
NOTICE:
Use a string or other device to keep the brake caliper from hanging down\
.
5. REMOVE REAR DISC
6.REMOVE PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTER KIT (See page 33±14)
7.REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTING SCREW SET (See page 33±14)
8.REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SHOE KIT (See page 33±14) SST 09718±00010
9.REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SHOE LEVER LH (See page 33±14)
10. DISCONNECT PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSY NO.3
(a) Using needle±nose pliers, and disconnect the parkingbrake cable assy No.3 from the backing plate.
11. SEPARATE LOWER CONTROL ARM ASSY LH
(a) Loosen the lower control arm assy bolt (member side).
(b) Remove the clip and nut.
(c) Using SST, separate the lower control arm assy from the axle carrier.
SST 09610±20012


F45753HoldTurn
SST
G21537
G21542
G20965
30±32
± DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFTREAR AXLE CARRIER SUB±ASSY LH
AVENSIS REPAIR MANUAL (RM1018E)
12. SEPARATE REAR SUSPENSION ARM ASSY NO.1 LH
(a) Remove the clip and nut.
(b) Using SST, separate the rear suspension arm assy No.1
(ball joint side).
SST 09628±62011
(c) Remove the bolt and nut, separate the rear suspension
arm assy No.1.
NOTICE:
When removing the bolt, hold the nut not to rotate.
13. SEPARATE UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSY
(a) Remove the bolt and nut, separate the upper control arm
assy from the axle carrier.
NOTICE:
When removing the bolt, hold the nut not to rotate.
14. REMOVE REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB±ASSY LH
(a) Remove the 4 bolts and nut, hub & bearing assy and axle
carrier sub±assy.