Fixing the clock in my 1997 Toyota RAV4 (episode 30) 

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.

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

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!

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

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

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.

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!!

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!

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!

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!

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.

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

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

Really good tutorials! Thank you my friend!!

Просто умничка! Лучшего вайда и не надо!!

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

Got the 1999 and you have to hit the dashboard for the clock to work. Hoping I just need to add some solder.

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 😂

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!

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.

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!

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

Спасибо Паша, ты просто настоящий усердный гений!!!

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?

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

Great video, thanks.

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

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…

More rav4 please

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

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

Just awesome mate

Хорошая работа, всегда смотрю твои видео.

Clock more important than engine

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....

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.

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

I use the clock whole as a phone adapter holder

Please more videos

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

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.

Thank You

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

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

Got a 1996 rav4 2 doors

Can we install the intercooler for Toyota RAV4 first generation?

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 ?

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

Still waiting for the scooter videos!

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

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?

Amazing. Thank you

Thank

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.

FYI great video Clock is stupid though honestly But nice fix 👍

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

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!!

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

Paul 👍🏻💪🏻😎

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Rav4 toyota 1997

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

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

Ещё будут видео про RAV4?

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.

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

Or upgrade the radio and forget the gdamn stupid old ass clock ⏰