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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2006RAV4 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISINSTRUMENT PANEL, GAUGES AND WARNING INDICATORSDASHBOARD / INSTRUMENT PANELSERVICE AND REPAIRLOWER INSTRUMENT PANELINSTALLATION
2006 Toyota RAV4 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)
Installation
2006 Toyota RAV4 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Installation
INSTRUMENT PANEL: LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL: INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL
(a) Connect the connectors and clamps and install the lower instrument panel.
(b) Install the 2 bolts, 3 screws and 2 clips.
2. INSTALL POWER STEERING ECU ASSEMBLY
(a) Install the ECU with the 3 nuts.
(b) Connect the connectors.
3. INSTALL INSTRUMENT PANEL BOX
(a) Attach the 6 clips to install the instrument panel box.
(b) Install the screw.
4. INSTALL INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD COVER
(a) Attach the 4 claws to install the instrument panel safety pad cover.
5. INSTALL NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE
(a) Connect the connectors.
(b) Attach the 4 clips to install the switch hole base.
6. INSTALL GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY
(a) Attach the 2 hinges to install the door.
(b) Attach the claw to the glove compartment door stopper.
(c) While pushing in the sides of the glove compartment door as indicated by the arrows in the illustration, close the door to engage it to the 2 stoppers.
7. INSTALL NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Attach the 2 claws to install the instrument panel under cover.
8. INSTALL LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL
(a) Attach the 8 claws to install the lower instrument panel finish panel.
(b) Install the 2 screws.
9. INSTALL REAR CONSOLE BOX SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Connect the connector.
(b) Install the rear console box with the 2 bolts and 2 screws.
(c) Install the console box carpet.
10. INSTALL NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET COVER INNER LH
(a) Attach the 2 claws to install the instrument panel bracket cover.
11. INSTALL NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET COVER INNER RH
(a) Attach the 2 claws to install the instrument panel bracket cover.
12. INSTALL CONSOLE REAR END PANEL
(a) Attach the 6 claws to install the console rear end panel.
13. INSTALL CONSOLE REAR END PANEL (RSE Type)
(a) Attach the 2 clips and 4 claws to install the console rear end panel.
14. INSTALL UPPER REAR CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Connect the connector.
(b) Attach the 4 clips to install the upper rear console panel.
15. INSTALL CONSOLE CUP HOLDER BOX
(a) Attach the 2 clips to install the cup holder box.
(b) Install the 2 screws.
16. INSTALL SWITCH BASE
(a) Connect the connectors.
(b) Attach the 2 clips and 2 claws to install the switch base.
17. INSTALL UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Connect the connector.
(b) Attach the 2 clips and 4 claws to install the upper console panel.
(c) Install the shift lever knob.
18. INSTALL NO. 2 CONSOLE UPPER PANEL GARNISH
(a) Attach the 4 clips to install the upper panel garnish.
19. INSTALL NO. 1 CONSOLE UPPER PANEL GARNISH
(a) Attach the 4 clips to install the upper panel garnish.
20. INSTALL HEATER CONTROL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Air Conditioning System)
21. INSTALL HEATER CONTROL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Air Conditioning System)
22. INSTALL WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
23. INSTALL HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
24. INSTALL SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
25. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER
26. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
27. INSTALL STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY
28. INSTALL INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Install the instrument panel.
29. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
30. CHECK SRS WARNING LIGHT
(a) Check the SRS warning light
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.