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3. Torque converter depth should be more than .512" (13.00 mm). If torque converter depth is less than
specified, check for improperly seated torque converter.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts/nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . When installing torque converter bolts, apply Loctite to torque converter bolt
threads before installing. Ensure the Gray torque converter bolt is installed first before installing the
remaining torque converter bolts.
5. When installing suspension crossmember and engine mount crossmember, ensure all bolts and nuts are
installed before tightening to specification. See Fig. 4
.
6. Use NEW gaskets and NEW nuts when installing front exhaust pipe. Adjust all cables and fill with ATF.
See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.
Removal (Corolla)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove battery and battery tray. Remove transaxle oil dipstick.
Remove coolant reservoir tank for access to transaxle (if necessary). Disconnect throttle valve cable from
throttle body. On 1.8L (7A-FE), remove air cleaner assembly.
2. On all models, remove transaxle mount assembly and brace located on top of transaxle at driver's side end
of transaxle. Remove throttle valve cable mounting bracket and wiring harness clamp bolts from top of
transaxle. Remove upper mounting bolt from starter. Remove the 2 upper transaxle-to-cylinder block
bolts located at top of transaxle.
3. Raise and support vehicle. Remove lower engine covers. Disconnect necessary electrical connectors and
ground cables for transaxle removal.
4. Support engine with hoist. Remove front wheels. Drain transaxle fluid. Remove axle shafts from
transaxle. See FWD AXLE SHAFTS article in DRIVE AXLES.
5. Support transaxle with transmission jack. Remove front exhaust pipe-to-front exhaust pipe support
bracket bolts. Remove front exhaust pipe support bracket located between front exhaust pipe and front
suspension crossmember. Front exhaust pipe is located between exhaust manifold and rear exhaust pipe.
6. Remove front exhaust pipe. Support suspension crossmember with floor jack. Suspension crossmember is
located below the engine and fits between both lower control arms. See Fig. 5
.
7. Remove grommets, engine mount crossmember and suspension crossmember. See Fig. 5
. Remove
starter. Disconnect shift cable and electrical connectors at transaxle. Disconnect oil cooler lines as
necessary.
8. Remove transaxle oil dipstick tube from transaxle. On 1.6L (4A-FE), remove bolts and stiffener plate.
Stiffener plate wraps around rear of oil pan and fits between sides of cylinder block and front of transaxle.
9. On all models, remove torque converter cover from front of transaxle. Remove torque converter bolts.
Remove remainin
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for transmission removal.
3. Remove starter. On 4WD models, remove front drive shaft bracket. This is the bracket that the front drive
shaft center bearing assembly was bolted on.
4. On 2WD models, remove lower stiffener plate located between side of cylinder block and front of
transmission. On 4WD models, remove transmission-to-cylinder block through-bolt located near bottom
of transmission.
5. On all models, remove upper stiffener plate located just above the starter opening. Upper stiffener plate
fits between cylinder block and front of transmission. Remove torque converter bolts.
6. Remove transmission oil cooler pipes and brackets as necessary. Remove exhaust pipe support bracket
located between transmission and exhaust pipe. Support transmission with transmission jack.
7. Remove bolts/nuts from rear transmission mount. Remove transmission-to-cylinder block bolts. Lower
transmission from vehicle.
Installation
1. Before installing transmission, use dial indicator to check drive plate runout. Drive plate runout should be
checked right next to the starter ring gear on the drive plate. Replace drive plate if runout
exceeds .0079" (.200 mm).
2. Install torque converter on transmission. To ensure torque converter is fully seated, torque converter
depth should be checked. Using straightedge and caliper, measure torque converter depth from torque
converter bolt lug on torque converter to the surface on transmission. See Fig. 1
.
3. Torque converter depth should be more than 1.250" (31.75 mm). If torque converter depth is less than
specified, check for improperly seated torque converter.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts/nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS When installing torque converter bolts, apply Loctite to torque converter bolt
threads before installing. Adjust all cables and fill with ATF. See appropriate TRANSMISSION
SERVICING article.
Removal (RAV4 2WD)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect throttle valve cable from throttle body. Remove coolant
reservoir tank. Remover air cleaner assembly. Remove ground cable.
2. Remove starter. Remove the 3 upper transaxle-to-cylinder block bolts located at top of transaxle. Raise
and support vehicle. Remove lower engine covers.
3. Support engine with hoist. Steering gear assembly must be supported in place during transaxle removal.
Secure steering gear assembly to the engine hoist using an attaching strap placed at each end of steering
gear assembly.
4. Remove transaxle-to-mount bolts/nuts from top of transaxle at driver's side end of transaxle.
5. Remove front wheels. Drain transaxle fluid. Remove axle shafts from transaxle. See FWD AXLE
SHAFTS article in DRIVE AXLES.
6. Remove front exhaust pipe located between exhaust manifold and rear exhaust pipe. Support transaxle
with transmission jack. Disconnect shift cable, necessary electrical connectors and oil cooler hoses at
transaxle.
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SOLENOIDS & SOLENOID VALVES
SOLENOIDS & SOLENOID VALVES
ABS Speed Sensor (Rear Right)On right rear wheel hub/spindle assembly.
A/C Magnetic Clutch & Lock Sensor (W/
A/C)On right front of engine compartment, on A/C
compressor. See Fig. 3
.
A/C Magnetic Clutch & Lock Sensor
Connector (W/O A/C)On right front of engine compartment. See Fig. 3 .
A/C ThermistorBehind right side of dash.
Air Fuel Ratio Sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 1)
(California)On left side of engine, in center of engine compartment, in
exhaust.
Camshaft Position SensorOn front of engine.
Crankshaft Position SensorOn left front of engine. See Fig. 3 .
Engine Coolant Temperature SensorOn left rear of engine. See Fig. 3 .
Front Air Bag Sensor (Left)Behind left side of front bumper.
Front Air Bag Sensor (Right)Behind right side of front bumper.
Fuel Sender Main & Fuel PumpIn fuel tank.
Fuel Sender (Sub)Under center rear of vehicle.
Heated Oxygen Sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 1)
(Except California)On left side of engine, in center of engine compartment, in
exhaust. See Fig. 2
.
Heated Oxygen Sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 2)In exhaust pipe on underside of vehicle. See Fig. 2 .
Intake Air Temperature SensorOn left center of engine compartment. See Fig. 2 .
Knock SensorOn right side of engine. See Fig. 2 .
Manifold Absolute Pressure SensorOn center rear of engine compartment. See Fig. 2 .
Throttle Position SensorOn throttle body assembly. See Fig. 2 .
Vapor Pressure SensorOn left side of firewall. See Fig. 2 .
Vehicle Speed Sensor (Combination Meter)On left center of engine compartment, on transmission.
See Fig. 2
.
Vehicle Speed Sensor (Front)On left center of engine compartment. See Fig. 2 .
Vehicle Speed Sensor (Rear)On center of engine compartment. See Fig. 2 .
Washer Level SensorIn washer fluid reservoir.
Water Temperature SenderOn left rear of engine. See Fig. 2 .
ComponentComponent Location
Electronically Controlled Transmission
SolenoidOn lower left front of engine compartment, on transmission.
See Fig. 3
.
Idle Air Control ValveOn top right rear of engine. See Fig. 2 .
Key Interlock SolenoidOn left side of dash, near steering column.
Solenoid Valve SLDOn top left of engine. See Fig. 2 .
VSV (Center Differential Lock No. 1)On center rear of engine compartment. See Fig. 2 .
VSV (Center Differential Lock No. 2)On center rear of engine compartment. See Fig. 2 .
VSV (EGR)On left side of engine. See Fig. 2 .

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Removal
1. Release fuel pressure. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE . Drain cooling system. Raise and support
vehicle. Remove right lower engine cover.
2. Disconnect control cables at throttle body. Remove air cleaner assembly and air cleaner case. Remove
accessory drive belt and generator. On 1997 models, remove distributor with spark plug wires. On 1998
models, remove front exhaust pipe.
3. On 1997 models, disconnect electrical connectors for oxygen sensors and remove exhaust manifold and
front catalytic converter. On 1998 models, disconnect oxygen sensor (except California) or Air/Fuel ratio
(A/F) sensor (California) and remove exhaust manifold and heat shield. On all models, remove sensors
from exhaust manifold and front catalytic converter, if equipped. See Fig. 14
.
4. On 1997 models, separate exhaust manifold and front catalytic converter and disconnect oil pressure
switch. On 1998 models, remove heat insulator from front exhaust pipe. Remove ignition coils with spark
plug wires attached. Disconnect oil pressure switch. See Fig. 14
.
5. On all models, disconnect necessary electrical connectors, coolant hoses and vacuum hoses from throttle
body, cylinder head and intake manifold. Remove coolant outlet, coolant by-pass pipe and gaskets. See
Fig. 14
.
6. Remove throttle body and gasket. Remove union bolt and disconnect fuel line at fuel filter. Remove EGR
valve and vacuum modulator. Remove EGR Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV) from side of cylinder head.
See Fig. 14
.
7. Remove intake manifold brace located between cylinder block and intake manifold. On A/T models,
disconnect control cable bracket from side of intake manifold. On all models, disconnect power steering
fluid reservoir, PCV hoses, cable brackets and control cables for access to valve cover.
8. Disconnect engine wiring harness protector at rear of timing belt cover for access to valve cover. When
disconnecting engine wiring harness protector, remove bolt on intake manifold side of engine first, and
then bolt on exhaust manifold side of engine.
9. Remove nuts, grommets, valve cover and gasket. Note location of grommets for reassembly reference, as
grommets must be installed in original location.
10. Remove bolts and disconnect engine wiring harness protector from rear side of intake manifold.
Disconnect electrical connectors at injectors, A/C compressor and crankshaft position sensor. Remove
engine wiring harness clamps from timing belt cover and generator drive belt adjusting bar.
11. Disconnect engine wiring harness protector from brackets on front side of intake manifold. Remove scuff
plate from passenger-side door opening and passenger-side kick panel. Remove center console trim panel
from passenger-side of center console.
12. Disconnect 2 electrical connectors from Engine Control Module (ECM), and 2 electrical connectors on
bracket. See Fig. 9
. Disconnect electrical connector for relay box located behind passenger-side kick
panel.
13. Disconnect engine wiring harness clamp located on engine wiring, near firewall. Pull engine wiring
harness out through firewall. Remove engine wiring harness from between cylinder head and intake
manifold. NOTE: On 4WD models, manufacturer recommends engine removal for servicing of
cylinder head and manifolds. See ENGINE. Proceed to appropriate step in
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Removal
Discharge A/C system, using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment. Disconnect negative battery
cable and wait at least 90 seconds. Remove engine coolant reservoir and air cleaner case and duct. Disconnect
A/C lines from receiver-drier and plug all openings. Remove mounting bolts and receiver-drier.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure. If installing a new receiver-drier, add 0.3 ounce of refrigerant oil before
reassembly. Evacuate, charge and leak test system.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
WIRING DIAGRAMS
ApplicationFt. Lbs. (N.m)
Compressor Mounting Stud35 (47)
Compressor Mounting Stud Nut20 (27)
Compressor-To-Engine Bolts27 (37)
Evaporator Hose Fittings
Inlet Fitting10 (14)
Outlet Fitting24 (33)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Refrigerant Hoses
To Compressor89 (10)
To Condenser89 (10)
To Expansion Valve48 (5.4)
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assembly. If equipped with cruise control, remove cruise control actuator cable from clamps.
2. On California models, remove air hose for idle-up from air cleaner hose. On all models, disconnect 4
clamps, and disconnect air cleaner cap from air cleaner case. Loosen hose clamp, and disconnect air
cleaner hose from throttle body.
3. Remove air cleaner cap and air cleaner hose assembly. Remove air filter. Disconnect 2 engine wires from
clamps on air cleaner case. Remove 3 bolts and air cleaner case. Remove battery. If equipped with cruise
control, disconnect cruise control actuator connector.
4. Remove 3 bolts, and disconnect actuator from body bracket. On all models, disconnect starter connector.
Remove nut, and disconnect starter cable. Remove 2 bolts, and disconnect oxygen sensor connector and
engine wire brackets from starter. Remove starter. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten starter
bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
.
Removal & Installation (Corolla)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable and then positive cable. Remove battery and tray. Remove engine
coolant reservoir. Remove engine splash shield from underneath right side of compartment.
2. Remove starter terminal/wire cover and remove starter wires. Remove starter bolts and starter. Note
starter mounting bolt locations (bolts are different lengths). To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten
starter bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
.
Removal & Installation (Land Cruiser & Tundra V8)
1. Starter is located underneath intake manifold. See Fig. 16 . Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove
cover from top of engine. Remove air cleaner intake hose. Disconnect accelerator cable. Remove intake
manifold. See CYLINDER HEAD & MANIFOLDS
in 4.7L article in ENGINES.
2. Remove starter wires and remove starter. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten starter bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
.

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Removal & Installation (RAV4)
Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove engine coolant reservoir. Disconnect relay connectors, PCV hose,
intake air temperature sensor connector, air cleaner intake hose, remaining hoses and lines for air cleaner
removal. Remove air cleaner assembly. Disconnect starter connector. Remove starter wires and remove starter.
To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten starter bolts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .
Removal & Installation (Tacoma, Tundra V6 & 4Runner)
Removal and installation is basically an unbolt and bolt-on procedure. Tighten starter bolts to specification. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
.
OVERHAUL
NOTE: See Fig. 17 for overhaul procedure.

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