Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001WE0F
Model Year Start: 2021 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [08/2020 - 12/2021]
Title: EXTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: REAR DOOR WINDOW FRAME MOULDING: REMOVAL; 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed or replaced during the rear door window frame moulding are shown below.

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for HV Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link

*: When performing learning using the Techstream.

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 HV [02/2019 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING SUPPORT BRAKE SYSTEM (for HV Model): CALIBRATION

Removal and installation of auxiliary battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane control system

2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 12/2021]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Parking support brake system (for HV Model)*

Pre-collision system

Lighting system (EXT)(w/ AFS)

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking assist monitor system

2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Panoramic view monitor system (for HV Model)

2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for HV Model): INITIALIZATION

Reset back door close position

Power back door system (for HV Model)

2019 - 2023 MY RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 10/2023]; DOOR / HATCH: POWER BACK DOOR SYSTEM (for HV Model): INITIALIZATION

Back door lock initialization

Power door lock control system

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; DOOR LOCK: POWER DOOR LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

  • Rear door glass sub-assembly LH
  • Rear door glass sub-assembly RH
  • Rear door glass run LH
  • Rear door glass run RH

Initialize power window control system

  • Auto up and down function
  • Jam protection function
  • Catch protection function
  • Remote control function
  • Wireless transmitter-linked function
  • Key-linked function
  • Key-off operation function
  • Window open warning function

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; WINDOW / GLASS: POWER WINDOW CONTROL SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

NOTICE:

After the ignition switch is turned off, the radio and display receiver assembly records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, be sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Auxiliary Battery Terminal

System Name

See Procedure

Vehicle enrolled in Toyota Audio Multimedia system or safety connect system

6 minutes

Vehicle not enrolled in Toyota Audio Multimedia system and safety connect system

1 minute

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for Gasoline Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link

*: When performing learning using the Techstream.

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING SUPPORT BRAKE SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

Removal and installation of auxiliary battery terminal

Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)

Stop and start system

2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 12/2021]; STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: PRECAUTION

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane control system

2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 12/2021]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Parking support brake system (for Gasoline Model)*

Pre-collision system

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking assist monitor system

2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline Model)

2019 - 2022 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2022]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Reset back door close position

Power back door system (for Gasoline Model)

2019 - 2023 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2023]; DOOR / HATCH: POWER BACK DOOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Back door lock initialization

Power door lock control system

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; DOOR LOCK: POWER DOOR LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

  • Rear door glass sub-assembly LH
  • Rear door glass sub-assembly RH
  • Rear door glass run LH
  • Rear door glass run RH

Initialize power window control system

  • Auto up and down function
  • Jam protection function
  • Catch protection function
  • Remote control function
  • Wireless transmitter-linked function
  • Key-linked function
  • Key-off operation function
  • Window open warning function

2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; WINDOW / GLASS: POWER WINDOW CONTROL SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

NOTICE:

After the ignition switch is turned off, the radio and display receiver assembly records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, be sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Auxiliary Battery Terminal

System Name

See Procedure

Vehicle enrolled in Toyota Audio Multimedia system or safety connect system

6 minutes

Vehicle not enrolled in Toyota Audio Multimedia system and safety connect system

1 minute

HINT:

  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
  • Use the same procedure described for the LH side.
  • When performing removal for the rear door window frame moulding, disconnect the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal after fully opening the rear door glass.

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

NOTICE:

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.

Click here 2019 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]; INTRODUCTION: REPAIR INSTRUCTION: PRECAUTION

2. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY (for HV Model)

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FXS AUXILIARY BATTERY: REMOVAL+

3. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 FLOOR BOARD (for HV Model)

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FXS AUXILIARY BATTERY: REMOVAL+

4. REMOVE BATTERY HOLE COVER (for HV Model)

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FXS AUXILIARY BATTERY: REMOVAL+

5. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL

(a) for A25A-FXS:

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FXS AUXILIARY BATTERY: REMOVAL+

(b) for A25A-FKS:

Click here 2021 - 2022 MY RAV4 [08/2020 - 10/2022]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FKS BATTERY: REMOVAL+

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; INTRODUCTION: REPAIR INSTRUCTION: INITIALIZATION

6. REMOVE REAR DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

7. REMOVE DOOR ASSIST GRIP COVER LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

8. REMOVE REAR POWER WINDOW REGULATOR SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH REAR DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

9. REMOVE REAR DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

10. REMOVE REAR DOOR INNER GLASS WEATHERSTRIP LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

11. REMOVE REAR DOOR REAR BELT SEAL LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

12. REMOVE REAR DOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

13. REMOVE REAR DOOR FRAME GARNISH LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

14. DISCONNECT REAR DOOR GLASS RUN LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

15. REMOVE REAR DOOR WINDOW DIVISION BAR SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

16. REMOVE REAR DOOR QUARTER WINDOW GLASS LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

17. REMOVE REAR DOOR GLASS SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; DOOR / HATCH: REAR DOOR: DISASSEMBLY+

18. REMOVE REAR DOOR BELT MOULDING LH

Click here 2021 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 - 12/2021]; EXTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: REAR DOOR BELT MOULDING: REMOVAL+

19. REMOVE REAR DOOR WEATHERSTRIP LH

Protective Tape

(a) Using a clip remover with its tip wrapped with protective tape, detach the clip and remove the clip.

(b) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, detach the clip and remove part of the rear door weatherstrip LH.

20. REMOVE REAR DOOR WINDOW FRAME MOULDING LH (CENTER PILLAR SIDE)

HINT:

When removing the rear door window frame moulding LH (center pillar side), if the double-sided tape is difficult to remove, heat the adhesive of the rear door window frame moulding LH (center pillar side) and rear door panel using a heat light.

Standard:

Item

Temperature

Rear Door Panel

40 to 60°C (104 to 140°F)

Rear Door Window Frame Moulding LH (Center Pillar Side)

20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)

CAUTION:

  • Do not touch the heat light and heated parts.
  • Touching the heat light may result in burns.
  • Touching heated parts for a long time may result in burns.

*a

Heated Part

*b

Heat Light

NOTICE:

Do not heat the rear door panel and rear door window frame moulding LH (center pillar side) excessively.

(a) Using a heat light, heat the rear door panel and rear door window frame moulding LH (center pillar side).

(b) Apply protective tape around the rear door window frame moulding LH (center pillar side) as shown in the illustration.

Protective Tape

(c) Using moulding remover D, detach the clip.

(d) Using a scraper, start from the top and remove the double-sided tape from the back of the rear door window frame moulding LH (center pillar side).

*a

Double-sided Tape

(e) Detach the guide and remove the rear door window frame moulding LH (center pillar side).

Remove in this Direction (1)

Remove in this Direction (2)

21. REMOVE REAR DOOR FRONT OUTSIDE SEAL LH

(a) Remove the rear door front outside seal LH.

Remove in this Direction

22. REMOVE REAR DOOR WINDOW FRAME MOULDING LH (REAR PILLAR SIDE)

(a) Insert a 4.0 mm (0.157 in.) drill bit into a drill.

(b) Tape the 4.0 mm (0.157 in.) drill bit 5.0 mm (0.197 in.) from the tip as shown in the illustration.

Standard Measurement:

Area

Measurement

A

5.0 mm (0.197 in.)

NOTICE:

Tape the 4.0 mm (0.157 in.) drill bit to prevent the drill bit from going too deep.

*a

Tape

(c) Apply protective tape around the rear door window frame moulding LH (rear pillar side) as shown in the illustration.

Protective Tape

(d) Lightly press the drill bit against the rivets to drill off the rivet flanges, and remove the 3 rivets.

CAUTION:

Be careful of the drilled rivets, as they may be hot.

NOTICE:

  • Pressing the drill too firmly will cause the rivet to turn and result in the rivet not being drilled through.
  • Prying the rivets with the drill may damage the rivet installation holes or drill bit.

(e) Detach the guide to remove the rear door window frame moulding LH (rear pillar side) from the rear door frame.

(f) Using a vacuum cleaner, remove the rivet fragments and shavings from the drilled areas.

23. REMOVE REAR DOOR UPPER WINDOW FRAME MOULDING LH

(a) Insert a 4.0 mm (0.157 in.) drill bit into a drill.

(b) Tape the 4.0 mm (0.157 in.) drill bit 5.0 mm (0.197 in.) from the tip as shown in the illustration.

Standard Measurement:

Area

Measurement

A

5.0 mm (0.197 in.)

NOTICE:

Tape the 4.0 mm (0.157 in.) drill bit to prevent the drill bit from going too deep.

*a

Tape

(c) Apply protective tape around the rear door upper window frame moulding LH as shown in the illustration.

Protective Tape

(d) Lightly press the drill bit against the rivets to drill off the rivet flanges, and remove the 4 rivets.

CAUTION:

Be careful of the drilled rivets, as they may be hot.

NOTICE:

  • Pressing the drill too firmly will cause the rivet to turn and result in the rivet not being drilled through.
  • Prying the rivets with the drill may damage the rivet installation holes or drill bit.

(e) Detach the guide to remove the rear door upper window frame moulding LH from the rear door frame.

(f) Using a vacuum cleaner, remove the rivet fragments and shavings from the drilled areas.