Removal [02/2019 - ]: Procedure

2020 Toyota RAV4 XLE, AWDSECTION Procedure
  1. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [11/2018 - 12/2021] , or refer to REMOVAL [12/2021 - ]

  2. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 24 [02/2019 - 08/2020] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 24 [08/2020 - 10/2023] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 25 [10/2023 - ]

  3. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 27 [02/2019 - 08/2020] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 27 [08/2020 - 10/2023] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 27 [10/2023 - ]

  4. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 31 [02/2019 - 10/2019] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 31 [10/2019 - 08/2020] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 32 [08/2020 - 12/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 32 [12/2021 - 10/2022] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 32 [10/2022 - ]

  5. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 32 [02/2019 - 10/2019] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 32 [10/2019 - 08/2020] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 33 [08/2020 - 12/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 33 [12/2021 - 10/2022] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 33 [10/2022 - ]

  6. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 33 [02/2019 - 10/2019] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 33 [10/2019 - 08/2020] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 34 [08/2020 - 12/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 34 [12/2021 - 10/2022] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 34 [10/2022 - ]

  7. REMOVE CLEARANCE WARNING ECU ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the 2 connectors.
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    2. Disconnect the connector.
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    3. Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and remove the clearance warning ECU assembly as shown in the illustration.
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      Remove in this Direction
      Protective Tape

      HINT: 

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.