Toyota RAV4 2006 Glove Box Lock Cylinder Replacement Guide

Quick guide from the manual

This document provides the official procedure for replacing the glove box lock cylinder on 2006 model year Toyota RAV4 vehicles. It covers the complete process from removing the glove box assembly to reinstalling the new lock cylinder and latch.

Removing the glove box

1. Open the glove box and remove the door stopper from the outside panel by depressing the claw and sliding the stopper off.
2. Press in on the glove box to release the stop tabs.
3. Pull the glove box toward you to release it from the two hinge points.

Removing the latch and lock cylinder

1. Remove the two Phillips head screws from the inside panel of the glove box door.
2. Pull the latch out toward the front. Note: Be careful, as it is connected to release arms on either end.
3. Remove the latch cover on the front of the latch assembly by using a flathead screwdriver to pry the inside of either end.
4. Important: Take care not to lose the spring found behind the latch cover, as it is necessary for reassembly.
5. Looking at the back of the lock cylinder, push out the three tabs.
6. While pushing on the tabs, slide the gold tab up and push the lock cylinder out. Placing slight pressure on the key cylinder during this step helps keep the tabs spread apart.
7. Lightly sand any burrs off the metal tab on the back of the lock cylinder after removal.

Reinstalling the lock cylinder and latch

1. Insert the lock assembly into the new latch assembly cover with the gold tab facing down until it clicks.
2. Reinstall the spring in the new latch assembly. Ensure the tip of the spring is pulled to its most downward point; otherwise, the latch will not operate properly.
3. Ensure the slide portion of the back of the latch assembly is fully extended.
4. Slide the latch cover over the new latch assembly until both pivot pins are seated.
5. Press in on the glove box slide to make the ball end visible, then insert the latch assembly into the glove box until it clicks.
6. Reinstall the two screws in the back of the glove box assembly.
7. Reinstall the glove box into the vehicle and reattach the door stopper.
8. Confirm the glove box operates smoothly and the key cylinder is functional.