NHTSA ID Number: 10092682
Manufacturer Communication Number: T-SB-0080-13 REV
TSB/Document Date: 2017-02-23
Summary
TSB: SOME 2006 - 2012 MODEL YEAR 4WD RAV4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GROWL TYPE NOISE FROM THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL COUPLING WHEN DRIVING AS A RESULT OF CONTAMINATION TO THE FRONT BEARING. FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE IN THIS BULLETIN TO ADDRESS THIS CONDITION.
T-SB-0080-13
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Rear Differential Coupling Growl Noise
Service
Category
Drivetrain
Section
Axle/Differential
USA
Market
Applicability
YEAR(S)
MODEL(S)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
2006 – 2012
RAV4
Drive Type(s): 4WD
Transmission(s): 5AT, 4AT
REVISION NOTICE
May 2, 2016 Rev1:
• The Parts Information section has been updated.
Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded.
Introduction
Some 2006 – 2012 model year 4WD RAV4 vehicles may exhibit a growl type noise from the rear
differential coupling when driving as a result of contamination to the front bearing. Follow the
procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
Production Change Information
This bulletin applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown
below.
MODEL
DRIVETRAIN
2GR-FE
2AR-FE
RAV4
4WD
2GR-FE
2AR-FE
2GR-FE
2AR-FE
PLANT*
TMMC
Tahara
Shokki
PRODUCTION CHANGE EFFECTIVE VIN**
2T3#K4DV#CW086571
2T3#F4DV#CW249854
JTM#K4DV#C5109638
JTM#F4DV#C5057661
JTM#K4DV#CD019399
JTM#F4DV#CD045856
* Plant Code (11th digit): W = TMMC, 5 = Tahara, D = Shokki.
** For detailed information on VINs, please reference the 2012 VIN Decoder Chart found on the Technical Information
System (TIS), under Reference Information: Technician Group.
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Warranty Information
OP CODE
DESCRIPTION
TIME
OFP
T1
T2
DL1300
Inspect and Replace Rear Differential
Coupling Only
2.0
41303-42020
41303-42021
41303-42022
91
99
DL1301
Inspect and Repair Rear Differential Coupling
3.2
41302-42050
APPLICABLE WARRANTY
• This repair is covered under the Toyota Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 60
months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle’s in-service date.
• Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this
bulletin.
Parts Information
PART NUMBER
PART NAME
QTY
41302-42050
Cover Sub-Assy
1
90304-94005
Dust Seal
1
90179-08197
Nut
2
NEW
PREVIOUS
41252-42020
Deflector
41252-42013
12157-10010
41303-42020
41303-42021
41303-42022
41303-42023
1
1
Drain/Fill Plug Gasket
2
Coupling Sub-Assy
1
NOTE
• When ordering Deflector be sure to order the correct part number based on original deflector
shape as shown below.
• The Linear Solenoid Yoke of Coupling Sub-Assy PN 41303-42023 has 2 mounting holes while
original has 3. This is by design.
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Parts Information (Continued)
Figure 1. For This Deflector Type, Use P/N 41252-42020
Figure 2. For This Deflector Type, Use P/N 41252-42013
Required Tools & Equipment
REQUIRED MATERIAL
QUANTITY
FIPG Sealant: Three Bond 1281, or Equivalent
As Needed
0.48 – 0.58 U.S. qts,
0.40 – 0.48 lmp. qts
(0.45 – 0.55 liters)
* For detailed information on Gear Oil, please reference the 2006-2009 MY Fluid Specifications /
2010-2013 MY Fluid Specifications charts found on TIS, under Reference Information: Technician Group.
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS (SST)
Replacer Set 2**
(Replacer 89)
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacer**
Oil Seal and Bearing Replacer**
Handle Set**
Rear Axle Shaft Bearing Remover**
Universal Puller Set "B"**
(Hanger 150)
(Slide Arm)
(Claw No. 1)
(Hanger 200)
(Holder)
(Center Bolt 200)
** Essential SST.
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PART NUMBER
QTY
09950-60020-01
(09951-00890-01)
1
09223-15030
1
09518-36030-01
1
09950-70010
1
09527-10011-01
1
09950-40011
(09951-04010)
(09952-04010)
(09955-04011)
(09951-04020)
(09958-04011)
(09953-04030)
1
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Required Tools & Equipment (Continued)
NOTE
Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling 1-800-933-8335.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
ChassisEAR™ (or equivalent)
SUPPLIER
PART NUMBER
QTY
ADE
JSPSM06606
(JS Products)
1
NOTE
• A mechanic’s stethoscope or similar tool may be used in place of ChassisEAR™.
• ChassisEAR™ may be ordered by calling Approved Dealer Equipment (ADE) at 1-800-368-6787.
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Repair Procedure Overview
• Confirm the condition.
• Remove rear differential coupling.
• Inspect rear differential coupling assembly.
• Replace or rebuild rear differential coupling assembly.
• Confirm repair.
Repair Procedure
1. Confirm the condition.
Is there a growl type noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when driving?
• YES — Continue to step 2.
• NO — This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Repair Manual.
2. Install ChassisEAR™ and test drive, or use a stethoscope with the vehicle on a lift and confirm
the noise is loudest from the rear differential coupling assembly.
Is the noise loudest from the rear differential coupling?
• YES — Continue to step 3.
• NO — This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Repair Manual.
3. Remove the rear differential coupling.
A. Drain rear differential fluid.
Drain Plug Torque: 39 N*m (398 kgf*cm, 29 ft*lbf)
B. Remove the rear propeller shaft.
Refer to the Technical Information System (TIS), applicable model and model year
Repair Manual:
• 2006 / 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 RAV4:
Drivetrain – Drive Shaft/Propeller Shaft – “Propeller Shaft: Propeller Shaft
Assembly: Removal”
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Repair Procedure (Continued)
C. Remove the 4 stud bolts.
Figure 3.
Using a double nut configuration, with new
nuts, remove the 4 studs from the rear
differential coupling.
HINT
Use a wooden or plastic hammer/mallet
handle to protect the stud threads and hold
the coupling when loosening the stud bolts.
Once the stud bolt is removed, loosely
thread the stud bolt back into the coupling
to allow for removal of the other stud bolts.
Figure 4.
D. Support the rear differential with a floor jack.
E. Remove the 4 bolts from the rear differential
No. 1 and No. 2 supports to allow clearance to
remove the differential coupling.
Figure 5.
F. Remove the 4 bolts and differential coupling assembly.
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Repair Procedure (Continued)
4. Inspect the rear differential coupling assembly.
NOTE
Use the following criteria to determine if the rear differential coupling will be rebuilt or replaced.
If the rear differential coupling body assembly shows any of the issues noted below, the rear
differential coupling assembly CANNOT be rebuilt and must be replaced as an assembly.
By comparing the part to Figures 6-10 below, can the rear differential coupling be rebuilt
• YES — Continue to step 6. Remove the rear differential coupling cover assembly.
• NO — Continue to step 5. Replace the rear differential coupling assembly.
Figure 6. Damage Where Propeller Shaft Contacts
Coupling Body
Figure 7. Excessive Rust/Corrosion Buildup on Top of
Coupling Body
Figure 8. Rust/Corrosion on Inside of Coupling Body
Figure 9. Excessive Rust/Corrosion Buildup on Edge of
Coupling Body
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Repair Procedure (Continued)
Figure 10. Rear Differential Coupler Body Is Dark in Color
5. Replace the rear differential coupling assembly.
A. Install the coupling shim (use same shim from disassembly).
B. Install the coupling conical spring washer to
the rear differential carrier.
Figure 11.
1
1
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Transmission Coupling Conical Spring Washer
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Repair Procedure (Continued)
C. Clean the rear differential coupling and rear
differential seal surfaces, then apply seal
packing in a continuous line, 2 – 3 mm
(0.08 – 0.12 in.) in diameter, to the rear
differential coupling.
Figure 12.
1
FIPG Sealant: Three Bond 1281, or equivalent
NOTE
2
Install the rear differential coupling within
3 minutes of applying seal packing.
1
Seal Packing
2
2 – 3 mm
D. Install the coupling to the rear differential with 4 bolts.
Torque: 19.6 N*m (200 kgf*cm, 14 ft*lbf)
E. Install the 4 bolts from the rear differential
No. 1 and No. 2 supports.
Figure 13.
Torque: 55 N*m (561 kgf*cm, 41 ft*lbf)
F. Using a double nut configuration, install 4 stud bolts to the rear differential coupling.
G. Fill rear differential assembly with oil.
Torque: 39 N*m (398 kgf*cm, 29 ft*lbf)
NOTICE
Be sure to clean off any oil that may have dripped onto the exhaust pipe during the oil
fill procedure.
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Repair Procedure (Continued)
H. Install the rear propeller shaft.
Refer to TIS, applicable model and model year Repair Manual:
• 2006 / 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 RAV4:
Drivetrain – Drive Shaft/Propeller Shaft – “Propeller Shaft: Propeller Shaft
Assembly: Installation”
I. Test drive the vehicle and confirm the repair.
6. Remove the rear differential coupling cover and bearing assembly.
A. Using a hydraulic press and the SST, place the
rear differential coupling on the SST with only
the cover in contact with the SST.
Figure 14.
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SST: 09527-10011-01
2
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