LED dashboard light installation 1997 Toyota RAV4 (episode 29)

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0:00​ intro
0:23 tools
0:32 remove dashboard trim by radio and climate control
1:15 remove lower plastic on driver's side
1:48 remove steering column
2:29 remove trim by gauges
2:45 unplug clock
3:01 replace lights in instrument cluster
4:10 replace light bulb in heater and A/C control
4:41 install big dash trim plastic
5:05 install steering column
5:43 plug in brake light switch
5:53 install lower dash trim
6:41 assemble radio and climate control bezels
7:15 incandescent vs. LED light comparison

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  • @truealchiemist
    @truealchiemist3 жыл бұрын

    For the HVAC you only have to remove the AC button, 4 lever covers, and the face plate. Then you can use a small screwdriver to press the tab on the translucent plastic to remove it and give you access to the bulb. It's designed to come out the front. The way you did it is way more extreme and unnecessary. To pop off the cover you can either pop the corner of the dash off as it's held in by clips and push from behind or you can remove the radio cover and reach behind. For the cluster you do not have to remove the steering column or the trim around it. All you have to do is remove the screw that holds the black plastic cover, then remove the 4 screws that hold the cluster in place. Turn it sideways and you can either reach all 4 lights like that or you can reach the plugs to remove the cluster. Takes a little wiggling to get out but easy enough to do.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    Excellent advice, thank you. What year is your RAV4? I recently found out the dashboard trim is different on the earlier 1996 and 1997 model years (my RAV4), and the later 1998 and up model the black dash trim just comes out. My instrument cluster is not flat at the bottom, and dips down about 3 more inches on each side of the steering column, making it impossible to remove. I've pulled really hard on it, with no luck.

  • @truealchiemist

    @truealchiemist

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul I'm the one in the Rav4 group. You asked me to comment the steps here for others to have.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@truealchiemist oh. hahaha derp. I kinda thought so. :) I pinned your comment.

  • @sonic5773

    @sonic5773

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks fir the info!!

  • @truealchiemist

    @truealchiemist

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@sonic5773 Of course! Try to help when I can.

  • @ianwhite7389
    @ianwhite73893 жыл бұрын

    This guy really dismantled his entire dashboard four times just to add the brief detail of showing off different color options at the end of the video. This is the quality content we come to youtube for.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    The 3rd and 4th times were pretty easy. I can take all that stuff apart in 10 minutes now. :)

  • @slickstretch6391

    @slickstretch6391

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul I kept expecting you to test them before reassembling everything.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@slickstretch6391 I test the lights at 3:58 and at 4:30

  • @slickstretch6391

    @slickstretch6391

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul Oh, yeah. I meant like comparing the colors.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@slickstretch6391 Well.. a smart person would compare the colors with the car disassembled, but I decided to do it the hard way! Actually there's a little bit more to the story. Setting up the camera inside the car is extremely difficult, and taking the dash apart was a little tricky too. I took the dash apart 3 times as practice runs before recording the video. That way I knew the best steps, in the exact order they need to be done, so I could minimize the amount of footage I have with me just fumbling around and doing stuff wrong.

  • @whoisprincehari
    @whoisprincehari3 жыл бұрын

    One of the most detailed car channels on youtube. I can't believe you did this mod multiple times to test the different LED colors

  • @sonic5773

    @sonic5773

    3 жыл бұрын

    The man is a scientist forreal

  • @LabCoatPaul
    @LabCoatPaul3 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @darktar2175

    @darktar2175

    2 жыл бұрын

    What about 1995 RAV4? And why is it necessary to remove the steering column? New to the whole RAV4 adventure 😁

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@darktar2175 On the 1997 and older RAV4, the instrument cluster trim dips down below the steering column trim and it's impossible to remove it unless you get the steering column out of the way. In 1998 and newer, that trim piece is flat across the bottom and comes out without any extra work.

  • @michaelj.mccall6530

    @michaelj.mccall6530

    2 жыл бұрын

    Just got a 99. Thank you!!

  • @michaelnelson912

    @michaelnelson912

    2 жыл бұрын

    Maybe the US models are different, but on my Australian 1994 RAV4, I can drop the steering column adjustment to the lowest setting and manoeuvre the instrument cluster surround off that way… no need to touch the steering column bolts.

  • @RobNelson4

    @RobNelson4

    Жыл бұрын

    @@michaelnelson912 My Swiss '94 was the same, didn't have to touch the steering column, although you really have to bend the black part to get it in/out. Said a little prayer and it worked.

  • @balemohamad6135
    @balemohamad61353 жыл бұрын

    Keep up the Rav4 content Paul!

  • @AndresGonzalez-qn2kv
    @AndresGonzalez-qn2kv3 жыл бұрын

    LONG LIVE PAUL RAV4 SERIES!!! Saludos desde Paraguay 👌🏻

  • @DJVADO17
    @DJVADO173 жыл бұрын

    You know you just need to remove the 1 screw in the gauge cluster bezel, wiggle it out and then remove the cluster by rotating it 180 degrees.

  • @Dylan-jf8dc
    @Dylan-jf8dc3 жыл бұрын

    Bro, you done it again! You just keep help me out man. I've been wanting to get to the climate control since the handle inside broke and won't open any of the vents. Its been stuck on Defrost. Many thanks

  • @johnmarquez3807
    @johnmarquez38073 жыл бұрын

    Paul. Keep it up my dude! Love the Rav4 content!

  • @miguelmasavi1098
    @miguelmasavi10983 жыл бұрын

    You are the best, keep it up I have a 1997 Rav4 as well. Greetings from Bolivia

  • @ttinnovations3310
    @ttinnovations33103 жыл бұрын

    Looks Amazing, always love your videos =)

  • @mansorimhmd7086
    @mansorimhmd70863 жыл бұрын

    Great job

  • @jimpersson294
    @jimpersson2943 жыл бұрын

    id take only white ones. keep up the videos. i really like them, it gives me great tutorials to fix my 1997 Rav4. Next step on mine is the clear headlights from 1999 Rav4, just to give it a little cleaner look and a little facelift

  • @porlporpor9642
    @porlporpor96422 жыл бұрын

    great to watch this video!

  • @nicolasguillenc
    @nicolasguillenc2 жыл бұрын

    amazing video man keep it up

  • @MrButtonMonkey
    @MrButtonMonkey3 жыл бұрын

    Very cool!

  • @wunderjager0005
    @wunderjager0005Ай бұрын

    I am about to do red and white for my Rav4! Thanks for the guide

  • @wunderjager0005

    @wunderjager0005

    Ай бұрын

    Note to those that have a 2000, US, and 4-door. You don't have as many steps as Paul but it's essentially the same. You still have to drop the steering, pull the dash, etc. BE CAREFUL WITH THE DASH your wire harness is probably thick and old so don't pull to hard and to the right. You're going to flip I upside-down instead. AC side is the same as Paul's Anyways, Red is definitely dimmer than Paul's example but works great too. Thanks Paul, my Rav4 now has a little more character.

  • @onurdogan26
    @onurdogan263 жыл бұрын

    Very nice Paul! Thank u. Please add video

  • @highpockets4748
    @highpockets47483 жыл бұрын

    Best video of all time

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @Ionlyexistpardner.
    @Ionlyexistpardner.2 жыл бұрын

    I did my 1990 Corolla by pulling the bulb in the front using a long flier wrapped with a rubber to have a better grip and less tendency crushing the halogen glass. The rpm and odometer cover were removable.

  • @ViTmaster78
    @ViTmaster783 жыл бұрын

    thanks for the video😉. I changed the bulbs, I didn't take off the steering wheel

  • @jcarr6284

    @jcarr6284

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's what I want too. No big ol tear down.

  • @kellyfitzpatrick2989
    @kellyfitzpatrick29893 жыл бұрын

    Well done as always. Still hoping for a full series on a 3S-GE/ 3S-GTE swap.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    Maybe some day. It's very expensive and takes a ton of work. Plus everything is 3x the labor when I make a video.

  • @banjofernandez
    @banjofernandez3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome!

  • @racingclipsja
    @racingclipsja3 жыл бұрын

    Great content 👍.

  • @germanik892
    @germanik8922 жыл бұрын

    Спасибо! Очень подробно объясняете !

  • @sonic5773
    @sonic57733 жыл бұрын

    THANKS PAUL!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @4WLEX
    @4WLEX3 жыл бұрын

    Hey Paul, how is it going? I wonder if you ever changed the pedals bushes. LED wise, they looks great! Mine is automatic, so, more lights to swap lol

  • @rigobertoordonez5953
    @rigobertoordonez5953 Жыл бұрын

    Great, thanks a lot

  • @artSFCA
    @artSFCA2 жыл бұрын

    I'm envious of your car color.

  • @user-bz7lf4uq1t
    @user-bz7lf4uq1t2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Paul, can you illuminate the needle from the speed scale and tachometer?

  • @kaleseinen5777
    @kaleseinen5777 Жыл бұрын

    Paul how long did this take? I have the Purple Storm Metallic exterior and interior colouring, and I think purple instrument panels would be so sweet, especially to match with that stereo you have, I have the same one which is set to purple all the time to match. This would be really really cool but I feel like a lot of work, what was your timeline of this?

  • @gatjens11
    @gatjens113 жыл бұрын

    Awesome !!

  • @maximilianb.8418
    @maximilianb.84182 жыл бұрын

    Great guy

  • @themonster921
    @themonster9212 жыл бұрын

    great job

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @themonster921

    @themonster921

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul green is magic👍

  • @islamayman5927
    @islamayman59273 жыл бұрын

    awesome ♥️♥️

  • @konsejitos
    @konsejitos2 жыл бұрын

    Dude you literally dismantled that whole dashboard! (with a few tools).

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yup. Toyota re-designed the instrument cluster trim in 1998. You don't need to drop the steering column on the newer RAV4.

  • @santiagonicolasgazzola155
    @santiagonicolasgazzola1553 жыл бұрын

    Hi Paul, I get engine noise through the steering column, have you had that problem? Your videos are very good, greetings from Argentina

  • @Xyaleon
    @Xyaleon3 жыл бұрын

    I might do this on my 96 rav4, but I think I have to replace something on my cluster. My speedometer doesn't show my proper speed and odometer is broken, I pushed in the odometer button and it just jammed up one time.

  • @thein-famouselguapo15
    @thein-famouselguapo153 жыл бұрын

    Looks like I found something to do this weekend. Think I'm going with red for dash and white for climate control 🤔

  • @tubelisity
    @tubelisity3 жыл бұрын

    hey Paul, did you change your oil pump gasket or is it still in tact? i think that is the main reason why my rav4 is still leaking oil. If not i hope you will educate us on that. good luck!

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    I replaced the oil pump gasket and seal when I replaced the cylinder head. Check out the cylinder head video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/faeqm5qDpqXXiNY.html or the timing belt video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/o5WWyclydN2_ado.html

  • @ronniewilde2632
    @ronniewilde2632 Жыл бұрын

    Hey , question about replacing dash lights with leds. Switched all out but some weird stuff happening. Right turn signal light stopped lightning up but it does work, high beam indicator does not work after switching to LED, brake light indicator stays on ever so slightly all the time. OMG, any help totally appreciated, thanks 97 2dr 4wd 5speed

  • @jotaca1975
    @jotaca19752 жыл бұрын

    Es muy buen video y ayuda mucho

  • @docjody8624
    @docjody862411 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this brilliant video. I can actually see my gauges at night now w/ my new "Ice Blue" LEDs, same brand you bought. Hey, can you tell me if I did something wrong? My "LOW FUEL" idiot light is on now when key is in "Start" position. I have 1/4-tank. Before changing out the incandescent bulbs, Low Fuel light only came on when tank was near "E" (Empty). Did I change out the wrong bulb or something? 1998 Manual Transmission RAV4 4-door 3S-FE engine Hard-Top. THANK YOU!

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    11 ай бұрын

    I recommend changing only the dashboard illumination bulbs to LED. The indicators all need to be incandescent.

  • @hussainabbas2346
    @hussainabbas2346 Жыл бұрын

    It looks easy, ill try it on my brothers car

  • @davidocampos1543
    @davidocampos15433 жыл бұрын

    exellent

  • @JuanCaraballo-wk6fp
    @JuanCaraballo-wk6fp3 ай бұрын

    Hey paul are you able to do a video about the fuel gauge not working? I have a 1997 toyota rav4 but the gas gauge doesnt work

  • @OscarGarcia-yj3qd
    @OscarGarcia-yj3qd3 жыл бұрын

    friend I have a problem with the Toyota rav4 from the same year that lowers me and my revs rise when he drove it for 10 minutes, you can help me with that.

  • @user-sq1sh4zn8n
    @user-sq1sh4zn8n3 жыл бұрын

    good

  • @shaun8309
    @shaun83093 жыл бұрын

    Lots of work for some pretty lights. Would have been cool if you had multu colour LED's with a colour selector switch. Cool stufffs

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    I thought about that, but changing light bulbs is much easier. A multi-color setup would require some re-wiring and mounting a switch or remote somewhere. I think more people will want to just change the light bulbs.

  • @phamtomcr
    @phamtomcr9 ай бұрын

    is it possible to install a 2 bin radio in the upper part of a rav97?

  • @magezi6271
    @magezi62714 ай бұрын

    Hey Paul, your videos have really helped me. I'm curious though, have you ever considered replacing the dash cluster with a fully digital dash?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    4 ай бұрын

    The stock dashboard looks good and works perfectly. There is no logical reason to replace it. A digital dash might look cooler but it won't match the car, and aftermarket wiring and components are usually less reliable than original. I think installing a digital dash would make the car worse.

  • @magezi6271

    @magezi6271

    4 ай бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul Won't match? You mean fitting or aesthetics?

  • @Tronzoid
    @Tronzoid5 ай бұрын

    Once again saving my butt Paul!

  • @jwesleybbaxter
    @jwesleybbaxter3 ай бұрын

    @1:53 is that the 2nd interior fuse box in the top right section? Does it have a snap cover?

  • @jwesleybbaxter

    @jwesleybbaxter

    3 ай бұрын

    @lab coat paul

  • @jasontorres4668
    @jasontorres46682 жыл бұрын

    How are the dash bulbs holding up? Would you recommend these bulbs over bulbs from superbrightleds?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    Superbrightleds usually has higher quality LEDs, but these Amazon ones have been just fine too.

  • @amandavasquez2145
    @amandavasquez2145Күн бұрын

    What about a 94 Japanese rhd 2 door rav4j do I have to take off the steering column??

  • @Smaszbro
    @Smaszbro13 күн бұрын

    Hi Paul. Can I use the same bulbs (T5 w3w) on my '94 RAV4? And if I understand you correctly I have to follow these exact steps on the '94?

  • @riders315
    @riders3153 жыл бұрын

    Great video!! Where did you get those covers by the e-brake lever?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    They're the same blank switch covers as under the radio. You can pick them up at a junkyard.

  • @riders315

    @riders315

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul that’s great to hear!! Thanks Paul!

  • @JPTinioMedia
    @JPTinioMedia5 ай бұрын

    Do i need to remove the steering column to remove the instrument cluster??? I need to replace the cluster as the digital odometer display is partially faded out

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    5 ай бұрын

    In 1996 and 1997, yes the steering column prevents removing the instrument cluster trim. In 1998 and newer, the trim was re-designed and you don’t need to drop the steering column.

  • @user-ze7go2cx3o
    @user-ze7go2cx3o2 ай бұрын

    Can anyone let me know if the turn-signal dash lights are effected with rapid flashing similar to if you change the tail lights with LED bulbs without changing the flasher relay?

  • @Smaszbro
    @Smaszbro13 күн бұрын

    Why don't you replace the fifth bulb? What kind of bulb would you advice if chanching this fifth in combination with the LEDs?

  • @CarlosContreras-gk9gp
    @CarlosContreras-gk9gp9 ай бұрын

  • @fcojaviergonzalez6495
    @fcojaviergonzalez64959 ай бұрын

    youre great..A 1

  • @MichaelDillin
    @MichaelDillin Жыл бұрын

    So we'll done

  • @abigailmendoza2502
    @abigailmendoza25029 ай бұрын

    what about the color lights for the PRNDL?! :(

  • @wisy4698
    @wisy46982 жыл бұрын

    Are the warning indicator lights the same size as the main lights?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I think so, but changing them to LED will make them too bright or change the color, so I left them alone.

  • @chadgordeno6503
    @chadgordeno6503 Жыл бұрын

    To just replace the climate control light in my 96 is there a way to do this without dismantling so much?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    Жыл бұрын

    You can pull the dash trim forward a few inches, and pull the bezel off the climate control. Be careful not to pull too hard so you don't break the plastic.

  • @eddieabd8151
    @eddieabd8151 Жыл бұрын

    Will it be the same steps to change the cluster light bulbs for 1999 toyota rav4 4 door 2WD ??

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    Жыл бұрын

    It's easier on the 1999. You don't need to drop the steering column.

  • @eddieabd8151

    @eddieabd8151

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul thanks Paul you are the best

  • @handsarecats
    @handsarecats3 жыл бұрын

    I was thinking about doing this, but mine doesn't have a dimmer I think. Looks like I'll stick with incandescent to avoid burning my eyeballs at night. Also, wondering if you've heard of the seatbelt warning light logic being reversed. My light turns on when the seat belt is buckled, but is off when unbuckled.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    What happens when you unplug the seatbelt light connector under the seat? On my car (not broken) the light stays on when it's unplugged. If I connect both terminals on the wires coming out of the floor, with a jumper wire, the light turns off. Try that test. If you get ON with the wires disconnected, and OFF with the wires connected, then your problem is in the seat belt latch.

  • @handsarecats

    @handsarecats

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul with the seatbelt sensor disconnected, the light stays off. I just shorted the connector, and it made the light turn on. I got new buckles from toyota parts deal, so I'm inclined to think that they're not the cause of this. In fact, the old buckle wasn't connected either, and the light was off when I got the rav

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@handsarecats The easy option of course is just leave it unplugged. You might have a loose connection at the instrument cluster connector that has the seat belt warning wire, or maybe the light bulb has a bad connection. It could be pulling current through the light bulb. Pull the instrument cluster out, and unplug all 3 connectors and plug them back in to see if that helps. That's about as much electrical diagnosis as I can do without having the car and a multimeter.

  • @handsarecats

    @handsarecats

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul awesome, I was going to pull the dash to change some cracked vents, so I'll be back there anyways. Thanks

  • @robertalfonso9114
    @robertalfonso911411 ай бұрын

    I did the process as you laid out and replace the bulds with the LED bulds you listed. However I ran into a problem which I hope you or someone can help me with. After changing bulds the headlight indicator on the dashboard does not come on. Yet when I switch on the highbeam. The highbeam light indicator does turn on the dashboard. The actual headlights does turn on and off.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    11 ай бұрын

    I recommend replacing only the dashboard illumination lights. All indicator lamps need to be incandescent.

  • @radwankhouja7591
    @radwankhouja75912 жыл бұрын

    Hola, me gustaría saber la marca de las bombillas y si la misma bombilla cambia de color y como se hace. Gracias

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    amzn.to/3fTAnzw You have to select the color you want. These light bulbs can only do one color.

  • @davidwayne9982
    @davidwayne99824 ай бұрын

    WHAT years will those work on??

  • @staroceans8677
    @staroceans8677 Жыл бұрын

    I know this was made a few years ago and I have a '99 Toyota Rav 4, 2-door. The lights are very dim and I would ❤ to have them replaced, but frankly, as a senior, I have no idea as to how to do it, even watching the video, too complicated. I know of no one who is even willing to bother, let alone if those bulbs would fit my particular year. Any suggestions? Thanks

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    Жыл бұрын

    In 1998, Toyota re-designed the dashboard and made it easier to work on. You don't need to drop the steering column to remove the trim around the gauges in your car. It takes the same bulbs as in the video. Any mechanic should be able to do it for you.

  • @peterk8978
    @peterk89787 ай бұрын

    My 1996 JDM RAV4 doesn't have the dash lights dimmer, it's blanked out! I see that even the original brochures for that year has the light dimmer blanked out. Mind boggling. How would I find the info to figure out how to install the dimmer? Would the steering column need to be removed for that too?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    7 ай бұрын

    1996 and 1997 RAV4 dashboard trim is shaped so it doesn't come out unless you drop the steering column. 1998 - 2000 is a different shape and doesn't require moving the steering column. If you're lucky, your car will have wiring for the dash lights dimmer, so you can just plug one in.

  • @gasman5698
    @gasman56982 жыл бұрын

    Can anyone get me a link or video on transfer case removal on a 97 rav4? I've found video for 2nd and 3rd generation but not first gen. Help please!

  • @guevintsopmeza1036
    @guevintsopmeza10363 жыл бұрын

    Pls how to repair your odometer?

  • @daco959
    @daco9592 жыл бұрын

    Hi Paul! Could you make a video on how to replace a faulty odometer?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    Removing the instrument cluster like in this video gets you 90% of the way there. You can replace the entire set of gauges, or get another one from the junkyard and swap the speedometer only, even though it would be more work.

  • @littlebitofeverything585
    @littlebitofeverything5852 жыл бұрын

    My 2000 rav 4s steering wheel can be adjusted down I wonder if I still would have to drop the steering column.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    on 1998 and newer RAV4 you don't need to drop the steering column.

  • @littlebitofeverything585

    @littlebitofeverything585

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul that's good because I want to fix the clock it works if I tap the dash but it just flickers then turns off

  • @colinshum5216
    @colinshum52162 жыл бұрын

    Can the hvac and radio swap positions?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    No. Anything is possible of course, but you would have to make new support brackets to be able to swap them. It would be pretty hard to do.

  • @EbonyPope
    @EbonyPope3 жыл бұрын

    Did you disassemble everything again just to test the other colors???

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes I did. I'm glad you noticed.

  • @EbonyPope

    @EbonyPope

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul You're crazy. That seems a lot of work. Following your videos since your scooter videos. Really like how thorough you explain the steps. Keep on the good work.

  • @jasontorres4668
    @jasontorres46682 жыл бұрын

    I have a 99 RAV 4, do you need to use any sort of load resistor for this or the cabin lighting LED upgrade you did?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nope, just install the LEDs. The only LEDs that need resistors are turn signals.

  • @jasontorres4668

    @jasontorres4668

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul the rear door LED installation went flawless. The front dome light not so much. The bulb broke off in the socket. Any suggestions on how to get it out?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jasontorres4668 Yes, remove the light assembly from the car. It should just be a couple screws. With it out of the car, it should be much easier to grab what's left of the bulb with some needle nose pliers.

  • @jasontorres4668

    @jasontorres4668

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul Thanks Paul. I’ll do that. Does the bulb pull straight out? I have a 99 with the sunroof. It calls for the. DE3175 in the front which is not the correct bulb. Is it a BA9s? Also, thanks for all the content, my mom passed and left me the RAV4, when she had it I thought it was the biggest POS but after clean it up it’s in immaculate condition and is going to be a fun little project car.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jasontorres4668 Yes, the front is BA9S. This video is about the dome lights: kzread.info/dash/bejne/e3yNysZupqmreZc.html The front dome lights go 1/4 turn counter clockwise to be removed. www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/miniature-and-subminiature-bulbs/ba9s-led-bulb-5-smd-led-tower-ba9s-retrofit-car/2077/4721/

  • @peppitachips1764
    @peppitachips17642 жыл бұрын

    How do I get to the center front roof light mine is not working

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    The center light turns on with the back door. Watch this video starting at 8:19 kzread.info/dash/bejne/e3yNysZupqmreZc.html

  • @ivangatooo855
    @ivangatooo8553 жыл бұрын

    My 1998 toyota rav4 when i start it up the car shakes. Can u explain to me please why

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    If the engine is shaking on idle, you may have a misfire. Replace your spark plugs, wires, distributor cap, and rotor. Also check your air filter. kzread.info/dash/bejne/k56lmJRvqNucqrA.html If your engine is dying or having trouble finding a smooth idle, you may need to clean the idle air control valve and throttle body. kzread.info/dash/bejne/gWetxJeLec_XgLA.html If the idle is too high, you may have a vacuum leak. The hoses on the RAV4 are old, and some of them are cracked. You can spray carburetor cleaner at the hoses while the engine is running. If the RPM's go up, you've found a leak.

  • @paolosantiago9580
    @paolosantiago95802 жыл бұрын

    How for toyota rav4 2003 is it the same as t5 led?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    NO. I just checked a 2002 RAV4, and you can't replace the dashboard lights. They are LED's built into the instrument cluster.

  • @Henry-zm1vv
    @Henry-zm1vv11 ай бұрын

    My light above the radio for the ac is burnt out but also wasnt the same size it was smaller and the left side of my dash is lowkey dim not all of it just some of it isnt hit by light so it looks cringe. Pls help

  • @Henry-zm1vv

    @Henry-zm1vv

    11 ай бұрын

    Context 1997 rav4 4door base model w awd

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    11 ай бұрын

    All the illumination bulbs in the gauges should be the same size. If you're using LED's turn on the lights before installing the dash back in the car. If one of the LED's doesn't work, flip it around 180 degrees and try again. The A/C button uses a smaller light bulb. I haven't researched that one so I don't know what bulb that is.

  • @jcarr6284
    @jcarr62843 жыл бұрын

    Honestly, I thought the dash light pull out was way simpler. I simply need to change some bulbs man.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    Based on comments from a few other people, The dashboard may be easier to remove on 1998 and newer models. Toyota changed the steering wheel and steering column a bit and you don't need to drop the column like I did. If you can get the black trim out from around the gauges, you don't need to drop the steering column.

  • @myboih9181
    @myboih91813 жыл бұрын

    If your lucky and have a tilt steering wheel you can just take the dash cluster cover off and take the cluster out. Or if your like me and don't have a tilt steering wheel, you can bend the crap out of the cover and take it out like i did.

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    I tried the bending strategy first, but I guess I didn't bend it hard enough.

  • @victorbaird8220
    @victorbaird82203 жыл бұрын

    Can you take out the dashboard without removing the steering column? Thanks

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nope. I tried to, but the black trim around the gauges gets stuck and forcing it doesn't work. This is the only way.

  • @victorbaird8220

    @victorbaird8220

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@victorbaird8220 Update: It might be possible on 1998 and newer RAV4, but on the 1997 and older, the column has to go down. If you can get the black plastic trim out from around the gauges, then you can skip the steering column stuff.

  • @victorbaird8220

    @victorbaird8220

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sounds good.

  • @fedechulivertt1753
    @fedechulivertt17532 жыл бұрын

    Do these lights work with the 1999 rav4?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    yes.

  • @aidanbrindle3021
    @aidanbrindle30212 жыл бұрын

    Is the bulb the lights the AC button the same?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    No. The light inside the A/C button is smaller, and I think it's soldered to a circuit board. That would be harder to replace.

  • @aidanbrindle3021

    @aidanbrindle3021

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul Ok thanks

  • @guevintsopmeza1036
    @guevintsopmeza10363 жыл бұрын

    Hello !

  • @rapa2464
    @rapa24642 жыл бұрын

    There's a much easier way to do this: Instrument Cluster: Remove (1) philips head screw from cluster bezel(center top of bezel) and gently work the bezel free and out. Undo (4) screws holding instrument cluster (use magnetic driver or be careful not to drop them down into the dash) Angle the LH side of the cluster out and unclip the connector so you can access the backside of the cluster. Identify the (4) bulbs; remove and replace the bulbs. Reverse to reassemble. No need to drop the steering column. The Bezel is a tight fit, so be patient with it. You can also replace the Climate control bulb without removing the dash facia; Remove the radio instead; much easier Pop the three switches out; Pull the climate control out slightly Use fine pair of tweezers/needle nose pliers to gently pull the bulb out; Replace and restore. This method requires a little more dexterity and physical flexibility, that's all. Tip: Have a couple of replacement bulb sockets on hand: some bulbs may have fused themselves into the socket..

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    Removing the instrument cluster in a 1996 and 1997 RAV4 requires dropping the column. 1998, 1999, 2000 it's easier, like you said.

  • @rapa2464

    @rapa2464

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul I have a 1997 RAV4 XA11. I replaced all the instrument cluster illumination bulbs just by removing the bezel and the four screws. I also replaced the climate control illumination bulb without removing the entire dash bezel; I removed the stereo and accessed the control unit and the bulb from underneath. It takes a little more dexterity and careful use of needle nose pliers, but it was still easier than removing the dash bezel.

  • @frankgarcia3012
    @frankgarcia30122 жыл бұрын

    I choose green

  • @israelgonzalez4219
    @israelgonzalez42192 жыл бұрын

    HOLA PAUL TENGO UN TOYOTA RAV 4 1997,TENGO UN PROBLEMA CON EL PANEL,NO PRENDEN LOS 4 BULBOS QUE ILUMINAN EL PANEL,QUE PODRA SER???ME PUEDES AYUDAR GRACIAS!!!👍👍👍ESPERO TU MSG,GRACIAS SALUDOS DESDE CHICAGO IL!!!🤗AH LOS FOCOS YA LOS CAMBIE!!!!!GRACIAS POR TU AYUDA!!!!👍👍👍

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    If your dashboard lights don't work, start by making sure the dimmer is set to the brightest mode. Then check your fuses. If you installed LED, try changing polarity on the bulbs by unplugging them and turning them 180 degrees.

  • @israelgonzalez4219

    @israelgonzalez4219

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul PAUL YA CHEQUE LA POLARIDAD DE LAS LUCES,EL START QUE ESTE ABIERTO,EL REGULADOR DE BRILLO,ESTO ESTA BIEN,ME FALTARIA EL FUSIBLE DONDE ENCUENTRO EL FUSIBLE QUE CONTROLA ESTAS LUCES???ME PUEDES INDICAR GRACIAS!!👍👍👍PAUL!!!!!LAS LUCES DE LAS DIFERENTES FUNCIONES SI TRABAJAS LAD QUE NO PRENDEN SON LAS 4 LUCES QUE ALUMBRAN TODO EL PANEL O TABLERO!!!GRACIAS!!!👍👍👍

  • @kernow24
    @kernow2411 ай бұрын

    "it's easy" Dismantles entire car

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    11 ай бұрын

    I didn't know this when I made the video, but 1998-2000 model years the dash is slightly different and you don't need to drop the steering column.

  • @robertgiles1670
    @robertgiles16702 жыл бұрын

    Y did you take all that out I just got the dash out took me 10 minutes

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    2 жыл бұрын

    The instrument cluster bezel is a different shape in the older RAV4 1996 - 1997. If you have a 1998-2000 RAV4 you don't need to drop the column.

  • @eightyseveneightyfive6280
    @eightyseveneightyfive6280 Жыл бұрын

    You’re so meticulous. Great video

  • @bujang3022
    @bujang302211 ай бұрын

    Not sure what i did wrong, got a 99 4 door rav and saw another vid where the dude didnt have to take the whole steering column off. So i tried replacing the old bulbs with LEDS, now none of them would turn on. Tried putting the old ones that i know work and still nothing. Anyone know what i did wrong and how to fix it. Having the gauges at night would really be helpful. haha

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    11 ай бұрын

    In 1995-1997 RAV4, you have to move the steering column to remove the dashboard trim. In 1998-2000, you don't need to. It sounds like you might have blown the instrument panel fuse.

  • @bujang3022

    @bujang3022

    11 ай бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul thank you and ill reply again once ive done that. Honestly, seeing you work on your rav has really pushed me to start working on mine as well. Just replaced the brake master cylinder and ordered new lift kits wheels and tires as well. Hopefully mine would be somewhere close to yours

  • @bujang3022

    @bujang3022

    11 ай бұрын

    @@LabCoatPaul would blowing the fuse cause all the lights to go off? Cause all the other lights like turn signals and gear indicator is still lit up.

  • @cetiniskn9909
    @cetiniskn9909 Жыл бұрын

    Lütfen yardım istiyorum HELP HELP 1998 5kapı rav4 için iki adet ön helozen yay ve sağ kapı cam motoru ve kiriko fitil bulamıyorum hangi siteden ve şipariş kodları lütfen parasını sizede yollaya bilirimm lütfen help

  • @gnarkill32
    @gnarkill323 жыл бұрын

    is that a Snap-On coffee mug?

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    3 жыл бұрын

    I wish! It's a Starbuck's mug.

  • @mindaugasjocys
    @mindaugasjocys Жыл бұрын

    Hi, super video, I want ask, very find your car cabin air filter ? Thunks :)

  • @LabCoatPaul

    @LabCoatPaul

    Жыл бұрын

    That's easy! The first generation RAV4, 1996-2000 doesn't have a cabin air filter. In the second gen 2001-2005, it's behind the glove box.

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