The Toyota RAV4 has been loved by many fans of it, some of you might be owners of it. If you love your Toyota RAV4. And in order to enjoy your car life with Toyota RAV4, you must want to install a great aftermarket radio instead of the factory one. But you still haven’t do this for some reason. You might have no idea how to install it, or you might have no time to do it yourself. Today, I will share instructions of 10 steps to install 2013 aftermarket Toyota RAV4 Radio with you.
This image is the Toyota RAV4 Radio after installation. Do you think it’s wonderful? And can not wait to install it on your Toyota RAV4.
2013 Toyota RAV4 radio installation
1. Begin your installation by removing the negative cable from the battery.
2. Using an automotive trim tool,remove the upper dashboard trim panel. Set the panel aside once removed.
3. Next, gently pry the air conditioning vents on the left and right-hand sides of the factory touch screen unit away from the dashboard.
4. Gently pry the clock display and hazard lamp panel away from the dashboard and set it to the side.
5. Remove the four retaining screws attaching the factory touch screen unit to the dashboard.
6. Gently lift the touch screen unit away from the dashboard and lean it forward to gain access to the wiring harnesses on the reverse side.
7. Disconnect the touch screen by unplugging the individual harnesses.
8. Connect the wiring with new radio and put it into your Toyota RAV4.
9. Tighten the four screws.
10. Install the others panel.
During installation, you should notice:
- Before connecting, please make sure the ignition is off to avoid short circuit.
- Ensure connect the yellow and red power cable at last.
- Ensure that all loose wires are isolated with electrical tape
- Ensure don’t tangle the wire when tighten the moving parts(Such as seat rails).
- Ensure that all ground is connected to the same place.
- Using the improper fuse may cause damage of fire, so when replace the fuse, please consult the professional.
If you don’t have a new aftermarket Toyota RAV4 Radio yet. I’d like to share a good one with you:
This unit has intelligent pure android 4.4.4 operation system and high quality RK3188 1.6 GHz Cortex A9 Quad-core processor with great performance. The biggest highlight is the 10.1 inch HD 1024*600 multi-touch screen with smooth operation.
It also has great functions such as High Speed 3G&WiFi Internet, App download, 3D Navigation, Radio Tuner, Bluetooth and so on.
Wish this essay can beneifit you when you have spare time to install your Toyota RAV4 Radio. So what? Enjoy your life with your Toyota RAV4 every day.
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