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Reassembly [11/2018 - ]: Procedure
2020 Toyota RAV4 XLE, AWDSECTION Procedure
- INSTALL NO. 2 BACK DOOR GARNISH RETAINER
- INSTALL REAR LIGHT GASKET
- INSTALL REAR LIGHT LED LH
- Align the matchmark of the rear light LED LH with the unlock position mark, and then turn the rear light LED LH clockwise until the lock position mark to install it.
*a Matchmark *b Unlock Position Mark *c Lock Position Mark Turn in this Direction - Using a T20H "TORX" driver, install the "TORX" screw.
- Align the matchmark of the rear light LED LH with the unlock position mark, and then turn the rear light LED LH clockwise until the lock position mark to install it.
- INSTALL REAR LIGHT SOCKET AND WIRE LH
- INSTALL BACK-UP LIGHT BULB
- Install the back-up light bulb to the bulb socket.
Install in this Direction - Align the bulb socket to the unlock position mark, and then turn the bulb socket clockwise until the lock position mark to connect the bulb socket.
*a Unlock Position Mark *b Lock Position Mark Turn in this Direction - Attach the wire harness clamp.
- Install the back-up light bulb to the bulb socket.
- INSTALL REAR LIGHT GASKET
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.