SEAT: SEAT HEATER SWITCH (for Front Seat): REMOVAL; 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2023

Last Modified: 01-30-2024	6.11:8.1.0	Doc ID: RM100000002EKFM
Model Year Start: 2024	Model: RAV4	Prod Date Range: [10/2023 - ]
Title: SEAT: SEAT HEATER SWITCH (for Front Seat): REMOVAL; 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2023 - ]

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 seat heater switch removal/installation are shown below.

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

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure	Necessary Procedure	Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed
*: When performing learning using the Techstream. Click here
Disconnect cable from negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
		Parking support brake system (for HV model)*
		Pre-collision system
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system
	Back door lock initialization	Power door lock control system

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

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure	Necessary Procedure	Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed
1: When performing learning using the Techstream. Click here 2: w/o Power Back Door System
Disconnect cable from negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal	Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)	Stop and start system
	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
		Parking support brake system (for Gasoline model)*1
		Pre-collision system
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system
	Back door lock initialization*2	Power door lock control system

HINT:

Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The following procedure is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION (w/ Airbag Cut Off Indicator Light)

CAUTION:

Be sure to read precaution thoroughly before servicing.

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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.

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2. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY (w/ Airbag Cut Off Indicator Light, for HV Model)

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3. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 FLOOR BOARD (w/ Airbag Cut Off Indicator Light, for HV Model)

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4. REMOVE BATTERY HOLE COVER (w/ Airbag Cut Off Indicator Light, for HV Model)

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5. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL (w/ Airbag Cut Off Indicator Light)

for A25A-FKS:
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for A25A-FXS:
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CAUTION:

Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
If the airbag deploys for any reason, it may cause a serious accident.

NOTICE:

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

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6. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) for Automatic Transaxle:

(1) UB80E:

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(2) UB80F:

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(b) for HV Model:

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7. REMOVE UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

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8. REMOVE MOBILE WIRELESS CHARGER CRADLE ASSEMBLY (w/ Wireless Charger)

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9. REMOVE UPPER CONSOLE BOX (w/o Wireless Charger)

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10. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

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11. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL ASSEMBLY

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12. REMOVE LOWER CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

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13. REMOVE SEAT HEATER SWITCH (for LH Side)

(a) Using a thin-bladed screwdriver, detach the claw to remove the seat heater switch.

	Remove in this Direction
	Protective Tape

HINT:

Tape the thin-bladed screwdriver tip before use.

14. REMOVE SEAT HEATER SWITCH (for RH Side)

HINT:

Use the same procedure described for the LH side.