DOOR LOCK: FRONT DOOR LOCK: REMOVAL; 2019 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018

Last Modified: 05-08-2025	6.11:8.1.0	Doc ID: RM100000001E8U3
Model Year Start: 2019	Model: RAV4	Prod Date Range: [11/2018 - 02/2019]
Title: DOOR LOCK: FRONT DOOR LOCK: REMOVAL; 2019 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 02/2019]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed, or replaced during the front door lock assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for HV Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure	Necessary Procedure	Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed
Removal and installation of auxiliary battery terminal	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Pre-collision System
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Parking assist monitor system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Panoramic view monitor system (for HV model)
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system (for HV model)
	Back door lock initialization	Power door lock control system
Power window regulator motor assembly LH Power window regulator motor assembly RH Front door window regulator sub-assembly LH Front door window regulator sub-assembly RH Front door glass sub-assembly LH Front door glass sub-assembly RH Front door glass run LH Front door glass run RH	Initialize power window control system	Auto up and down function Jam protection function Catch protection function Remote control function Wireless transmitter-linked function Key-linked function Key-off operation function Window open warning function

NOTICE:

After the ignition switch is turned off, the radio and display receiver assembly records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, be sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Auxiliary Battery Terminal

System Name	See Procedure
Vehicle enrolled in Toyota Entune system or safety connect system	6 minutes
Vehicle not enrolled in Toyota Entune system and safety connect system	1 minute

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for Gasoline Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure	Necessary Procedure	Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed
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Removal and installation of auxiliary battery terminal	Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)	Stop and start system
	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
		Parking support brake system (for Gasoline model)*
		Pre-collision system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Parking assist monitor system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system (for Gasoline model)
	Back door lock initialization	Power door lock control system
Power window regulator motor assembly LH Power window regulator motor assembly RH Front door window regulator sub-assembly LH Front door window regulator sub-assembly RH Front door glass sub-assembly LH Front door glass sub-assembly RH Front door glass run LH Front door glass run RH	Initialize power window control system	Auto up and down function Jam protection function Catch protection function Remote control function Wireless transmitter-linked function Key-linked function Key-off operation function Window open warning function

NOTICE:

Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Auxiliary Battery Terminal

System Name	See Procedure
Vehicle enrolled in Toyota Entune system or safety connect system	6 minutes
Vehicle not enrolled in Toyota Entune system and safety connect system	1 minute

HINT:

Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure below is for the LH side.
When removing the front door glass sub-assembly LH, move the front door glass sub-assembly LH to the lowest position before disconnecting the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:

Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing.

w/ Occupant Classification System:
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w/o Occupant Classification System:
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NOTICE:

After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notices before proceeding with work.

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2. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY (for HV Model)

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3. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 FLOOR BOARD (for HV Model)

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4. REMOVE BATTERY HOLE COVER (for HV Model)

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5. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL

(a) for A25A-FXS:

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(b) for A25A-FKS:

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CAUTION:

Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
If the airbag deploys for any reason, it may cause a serious accident.

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

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6. REMOVE FRONT DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL LH

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7. REMOVE FRONT DOOR ASSIST GRIP COVER LH

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8. REMOVE MULTIPLEX NETWORK MASTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH FRONT DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL (for Driver Side)

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9. REMOVE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH FRONT DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL (for Front Passenger Side)

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10. REMOVE FRONT DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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11. REMOVE FRONT DOOR INNER GLASS WEATHERSTRIP LH

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12. REMOVE FRONT DOOR REAR BELT SEAL LH

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13. REMOVE FRONT DOOR FRONT BELT SEAL LH

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14. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER LH

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15. REMOVE FRONT DOOR GLASS SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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16. REMOVE DOOR FRAME GARNISH LH

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17. REMOVE FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN LH

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18. REMOVE FRONT DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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19. REMOVE FRONT DOOR REAR LOWER FRAME SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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20. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OUTSIDE HANDLE ASSEMBLY LH (for Driver Side)

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21. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOCK CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH (for Driver Side)

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22. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOCK OPEN ROD LH

(a) Detach the snap as shown in the illustration.

*1	Snap
	Remove in this Direction (1)
	Remove in this Direction (2)
	Remove in this Direction (3)

(b) Remove the front door lock open rod LH in the direction indicated by the arrow show in the illustration.

23. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOCK WITH MOTOR ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 3 "TORX" screws and front door lock with motor assembly LH.

24. REMOVE DOOR LOCK WIRING HARNESS SEAL

(a) When reusing front door lock with motor assembly LH:

(1) Remove the door lock wiring harness seal from the front door lock with motor assembly LH.

25. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOCK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, detach the claw and open the front door lock cover sub-assembly LH.

	Remove in this Direction
	Protective Tape

(b) Detach the claw and remove the front door lock cover sub-assembly LH.

26. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOCK REMOTE CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY

(a) Detach the clamp and remove the front door lock remote control cable assembly as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

27. REMOVE FRONT DOOR INSIDE LOCKING CABLE ASSEMBLY

(a) Detach the clamp and remove the front door inside locking cable assembly as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction