Thanks to everyone's input, I discovered DROPPING THE STEERING COLUMN IS NOT NEEDED on the 1998 and newer RAV4. If you have a 1996 or 1997, you still have to do it. Toyota changed the instrument cluster trim for the later models.

@theunrealdrphil2928

2 жыл бұрын

What happened to you Paul? No video in months. I hope your okay.

I just recently got a RAV4 and let me say you’re the goldmine of DIY videos man. Please keep doing what you’re doing

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I've spent a small fortune fixing this car already so I might as well keep going.

@EastTennesseeVol

11 ай бұрын

​@@LabCoatPaulI hope your RAV4 gives you many more years of service. I am slowly becoming a Toyota guy.

Today I repaired my RAV4 98 clock, thanks to your video. It´s confirmed, I didn´t have to drop the steering column. I am looking forward to have some time to spend in the INSULATION VIDEO!! From Argentina!

@LabCoatPaul

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Yes, the dash is easier to work on in the '98 and newer models.

Another great Rav4 video. Mine's a 2000, 4 dr, 2 wd.

I was skeptical, but in the end, resoldering those resistors 100% worked for me. Thanks for the tip!

In my 1998 Toyota RAV4 (with a broken clock) I was able to finagle the instrument cluster trim from behind the steering wheel, and while I wasn't able to completely remove the dashboard panel with the wheel in the way, I was able to loosen it enough to reveal the screws holding the clock in the panel... Removing those screws (specifically the bottom screw) was another story... And so the steering column had to be dropped. "This is the way." I don't consider myself a "mechanically inclined" or "handy" person, but with the help of your tutorial, I was able to fix the broken clock in my RAV4! & I replaced the burnt-out climate control light while I was at it👍. Even more remarkably, I was able to put everything back together once the clock was soldered and working. THANK YOU for these videos; They're so enjoyable to watch and obviously they are a tremendous help.

Your video's are the absolute best, Paul. Listing parts used and parts cost really saves time when it come to researching my projects. Thanks so much for these videos!

The clock works about 20% of the time in my 99, and when it’s on makes the car feel complete for some reason. Can’t wait to try this out!

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

You have the newer RAV4 too, so you should be able to get it without dropping the steering column.

@thein-famouselguapo15

3 жыл бұрын

Same here, have a 99 and my clock also works. I would say 10% of the time. Going to try this out on the weekend.

Hey! Nice video! I have a 1995 rav4. It’s literally the same car, but blue. I have sent my car to the vehicle repair workshop 200 times to have the clock fixed and they have not been able to. I live in a Spanish-speaking country... so my job now is to translate this video and explain to the mechanic who helps me repair the car to see if we can finally make the clock work. Thank you!!

@readingcoconut9017

3 жыл бұрын

Yo did you get yours fixed yet?

Fantastic! That clock was used in hundreds of models for about 30+ years.

Wow, you really are fixing the clock. Not replacing it, fixing it. Great job, and great video too!

Thank you for sharing, I was skeptical about this fix but I tried it on my 1998 Rav4 and to my surprise, it worked😂. BTW no need to remove the steering column on mine.

Doing lot of work to fix the clock. My 98 rav4 clock stopped working 10-year ago, i did not bother to fix it. Because car audio also displays clocks 😂

Really good tutorials! Thank you my friend!!

Really needed to fix mine. Your a life saver. Also someone smashed by back window so hopefully that wont cost to much to replace!

Your videos are excellent! please keep up the good work! Recently bought a '97 rav with about 174k miles on it. Your videos make the tasks of tunning and such much less intimidating.

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad the videos are helpful.

Great video, thanks.

Спасибо Паша, ты просто настоящий усердный гений!!!

Just awesome mate

Just did this, as well as changing out the dash lights to LEDS. I have an automatic, and the PRNDL lights up as well. Looks really cool! Thanks!

@47komododragon

2 жыл бұрын

Should mention this was my first time soldering!

Thanks for the Video =) , I had to sell my 1997 Toyota Rav4 5 speed, but still enjoy these videos, I got a 2011 Toyota Rav4 V6 3.5L AWD sport

I wish you were my neighbor to fix and tune my Rav 1996 up XD you are great man!

Missed an opportunity to buy a 96 here on Oahu! Your videos may have slightly motivated the purchase. I guess I'll just keep messing with my wife's 2007 rav4....boo. putting in dominion 1 inch lift springs this weekend. Thanks for all the videos!

Просто умничка! Лучшего вайда и не надо!!

Gracias excelente video! Arregle el reloj y de paso cambie las luces del tablero!! Gracias y saludos desde Argentina.🇦🇷

Хорошая работа, всегда смотрю твои видео.

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Viktor! Thanks for watching!

Thanks for the information! I have a 1999 toyota rav4l base 2.0l 4 door

Amazing. Thank you

thank you very much! very helpful video! i have 1997 2door automatic 4wd and the clock barely works

Thank You

After trial and error. Without removing the steering column you just have to remove the steering wheel and the gauge plastic cover will come off.

Next video. Replace upholstery, how to operate a sewing machine. :^)

How are we going to fixed the right rear wheel alignment of tire

Super Duper,I followed your video to the letter and fixed my broken clock,it hasn't worked for 10 years, thanks soo much,I just subscribed to your channel . Question,how did you figure out that renewing those solder joints will fix the problem, did you read it somewhere? to look at the joints they looked fine.But I soldered them as you demonstrated and it works great now ,Thanks....

@LabCoatPaul

5 ай бұрын

It's a common problem in Toyotas. I watched another youtube video about the clock.

My clock doesn’t always work, one of the past owners messed with the cables and connected a CD player under one of the seats. Sometimes clock works sometimes it doesn’t, same thing with the courtesy lights and the driver side speaker…

Hey Paul, I have a 1999 rav4l 4 door. I found out that my driver side cooling fan was clicking on without the key being on and ultimately run down my battery. What do you think is my problem?

Can I put like. A small lcd to replace the clock?

Can we install the intercooler for Toyota RAV4 first generation?

My '97 has a tilt steering wheel... and a broken clock. Maybe I'll give this a shot.

@LabCoatPaul

Жыл бұрын

Lucky! You might be able to skip dropping the steering column.

Ich hab ein Rav4 Baujahr 1998 in Weiß sehr selten :)

Paul 👍🏻💪🏻😎

super

Hi Paul, I would greatly appreciate if you could make a video on how to install alarm system on the Rav4. Thanks.

More rav4 please

@LabCoatPaul

2 жыл бұрын

Don't worry, I still have the RAV4, and it's still broken, so I will be making more videos. I'm just a bit busy with work during the summer so I don't have time to make videos.

Paul! I am absolutely loving the videos. You're the most thorough DIY mechanic I've ever watched. You deserve some kind of award. I have a 1998 4 door and I'm wondering how you go about finding the exact right parts. What's your source? I can never really seem to find a clear schematic.

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

I have a video about buying parts here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/gmWE0NOAZrDJn84.html

@sayoregon8036

3 жыл бұрын

@@LabCoatPaul Thank YOU.

Please more videos

@LabCoatPaul

2 жыл бұрын

Don't worry, my RAV4 is still broken, so there are plenty more videos I can make. I usually have more free time in the fall and winter, so I will be making more content soon.

Thank

Good afternoon Paul, I had a RAV4 -98, and I need a litle help with Throttle sensor, how I see if work or if Ihave to change, I'm in Dominican Republic and I love your channel and videos....Thanks

Clock more important than engine

I use the clock whole as a phone adapter holder

Can you please do a video on how to change out the differential bushings in the rear?

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I probably will. I installed new bushings in my RAV4 when I did the suspension restoration in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lWWby5uhn6bWdaw.html My rear diff still clunks when I put the car in gear, so I'll try filling the bushings with urethane.

hey paul can you give as dimension of the trunk of toyota rav4 ...thnx bro

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

38 inches wide, 40 inches tall, 26 inches long (2 door with back seats folded up), 40 inches long (2 door with back seats removed) The 4 door RAV4 is longer. I don't have one, so I can't measure it.

Paul, my 96 RAV 4 there is an ECT PWR button on the dash, I know this works to increase the RPM. But mine is manual transmission so not really sure what the functionality is, Any idea ?

@LabCoatPaul

2 жыл бұрын

That is weird. The ECT switch does not belong in a manual transmission car. Usually there is a center differential lock button. Maybe that broke and someone installed the wrong button?

I pressed on the clock a few times with by my finger to make it bright when my Rav4 sit in a garage too long. once I start driving it for hours the clock brighten up. No idea why but it works every time when I do that.

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

That's because the solder connection is loose. Eventually it will get worse to where the clock doesn't work at all.

@takpoon8140

3 жыл бұрын

@@LabCoatPaul my pleasure finally meeting you! what state are you in?

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

@@takpoon8140 I'm in Salt Lake City, Utah.

❤

Got a 1996 rav4 2 doors

Hi Paul, is there anyway I can get in contact with you about a scooter carb? It's my first bike but the difference is that it's a GY6 50cc Grom Clone that's big bored to 100cc, I'm pretty lost on it.

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

You probably want to upgrade the carburetor to a larger size than stock. I've never installed a big bore kit, so I don't actually have any experience with it, but you should check out my carb tuning video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/m3d7zLiLqbGcibg.html Also check out this youtube channel: kzread.info

First off, great video. I have a 2000 Rav4, and the clock light just started dimming the other day when I turned the headlights on. First thing I thought of was a bad battery or alternator going bad, but I tested the voltage while the car was off and while running, and the volts were 12.8 and 14.3, so I think I'm fine there. Today, the clock was dim even before turning on the headlights. Could there be another reason other than bad solder, like a fuse going bad or something? I'm just happy the alternator seems fine, I just replaced that a year ago. Thanks.

@LabCoatPaul

2 жыл бұрын

The clock is supposed to dim with park lights or headlights on. This is normal. It's so the clock isn't glaring in your eyes while you're driving at night. The only time the clock is full brightness is key on, headlights all the way off.

@Nick23at63

2 жыл бұрын

@@LabCoatPaul - Thanks for the reply. I've had my car since 2000. This is different, you can barely see the numbers. And like I said above, today it was very dim before putting the headlights on. Any reasons other than bad solder? Anything else I need to check?

@LabCoatPaul

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nick23at63 I haven't had that problem, so I don't know. Try re-soldering the clock like in my video. If that doesn't work, get another clock from the junkyard. If messing around with the clock doesn't do anything, you might have some wiring problems. Check the fuse that goes to the clock first.

@Nick23at63

2 жыл бұрын

@@LabCoatPaul - Thanks, Paul, for your replies. Just giving you an update: my clock seems to be working at the moment like it had been for years, and my solution was - to bang on the dashboard right above it. I honestly did not expect that to do anything helpful, but surprisingly, it did. Yes, this won't last, but at least I know the clock still works and it is not a fuse problem. Some sort of loose wire or the solder going bad, will eventually have to do as you did in the video probably. Any other thoughts about this? Oh, and since my car is a 2000 Rav4, does that mean I most likely won't have to drop the steering column? Thanks again.

@LabCoatPaul

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nick23at63 That's right, you won't need to drop the steering column. Hitting the clock to make it work is a symptom of a loose solder connection.

Hi I have an exact RAV4 clock but the resoldering did not work as one of the resistor appears to be faulty. How to fix this?

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

If re-soldering didn't work, finding a replacement clock from the Junkyard is your best option. Or if you know which resistor is bad, you can just replace the bad resistor.

@gvick15

3 жыл бұрын

@@LabCoatPaul thanks a lot mate. I found which resistor was bad but couldn’t get the replacement resistor so I got a clock from the junkyard for around 10USD.

Hello. Radio, clock, and low beams quit working. Checked fuses, grounds, etc. Nothing. I'm trying to install a new radio.

@LabCoatPaul

Жыл бұрын

You will need a voltmeter or a test light and some wiring diagrams to diagnose your electrical problems.

No videos since April from Lab Coat Paul?? He must have either passed away or finally found some friends to use that USB charger he installed for those rear seats!!

@LabCoatPaul

2 жыл бұрын

Still no friends and I'm not dead yet, but the RAV4 is, kind of. The flex-a-lite cooling fans I installed in episode 16 overheated and shorted out, so I can't drive the car unless it's cold outside. I'll be making a video about that, but I have a few other projects I have to finish first.

Это всё можно разобрать не снимая рулевой колонки. Привет из России !!!

Still waiting for the scooter videos!

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

I'll make some more soon!

1st gen tav4 doesn’t have obd socket right?

@handsarecats

3 жыл бұрын

It's got an obd1 socket in the engine bay Edit: looked it up, some 97 models had it under the passenger side dash

@NickAlexander_is_Awesome

3 жыл бұрын

in usa, all vehicles were required to have obd2 starting in 1996 so yes they do

@flyboy1149

3 жыл бұрын

@@handsarecats been searching everywhere still couldn’t find it.

@flyboy1149

3 жыл бұрын

@@NickAlexander_is_Awesome couldn’t find it

@flyboy1149

3 жыл бұрын

@@handsarecats i think its the small diagnosis box in the engine bay. It has 22pin

Couldn't you take off the trim behind the steeringwheel?

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

Oh I tried. On my car it just can't get past the steering wheel trim.

@brockturner3112

3 жыл бұрын

@@LabCoatPaul Wow. That is one high maintenance economy Toyota 😂😂

@brockturner3112

3 жыл бұрын

@@LabCoatPaul oh, wait. I misread your comment. I mean couldn't you take off the steeringwheel trim? Like your going to take off the wiper and turn signal stalks.

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

@@brockturner3112 I tried that too, with no luck. The good news is: if you have a 1998 or newer RAV4, you can just pull the trim panel and you don't have to drop the steering column.

How's that gas tank doing? that need replacing? mine does. Lol.

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Спасибо большое, так же как и вы сделали,заработал часы, но на цыфре 7 верхний линии нету и показывает | 🤔🤨

@LabCoatPaul

11 ай бұрын

You might need to find a new clock to get the top line to work in the LCD. I can read Russian, but I never learned to write.

@sekoiliasov493

11 ай бұрын

Ассалаумагалейкум 🇰🇿🇰🇿🇰🇿🇰🇿🇰🇿

Rav4 toyota 1997

I jammed an aliexpress clock in the dash in front of the old one instead. Joke's on me though because now I run about 5 minutes slow every 6 months.

Ещё будут видео про RAV4?

@LabCoatPaul

2 жыл бұрын

Yes. I usually don't have much time in the summer to work on the RAV4, but in the fall I will get back to fixing it.

@sergeysergeev8647

2 жыл бұрын

@@LabCoatPaul буду ждать, удачи!

I really enjoy your videos but i miss when you used to say “awesome as possible”

@LabCoatPaul

3 жыл бұрын

haha maybe I'll add it to the next one!