Toyota RAV4 Glove Box Lock Cylinder Replacement Guide

Quick guide from the manual

This document provides the official technical procedure for replacing the glove box lock cylinder on 2006 Toyota RAV4 vehicles. It covers the complete process from removing the glove box from the vehicle to disassembling the latch, replacing the cylinder, and reassembling the unit.

Removing the glove box

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

Removing the latch and lock cylinder

• Remove the two Phillips head screws from the inside panel of the glove box door.
• Pull the latch out toward the front. Note that it is connected to release arms on either end and may require careful handling.
• Remove the latch cover by prying the inside of either end with a flathead screwdriver. Be careful not to lose the spring located behind the cover.
• Push out the three tabs on the back of the lock cylinder.
• Slide the gold tab up while pushing on the three tabs to force the lock cylinder out. Applying slight pressure on the key cylinder during this process helps keep the tabs spread apart.
• Lightly sand any burrs off the metal tab on the back of the lock cylinder after removal.

Reinstallation

• Insert the lock assembly into the new latch cover until it clicks into place.
• Reinstall the spring, ensuring the tip is pulled to its most downward point for proper operation.
• Ensure the slide portion on the back of the latch assembly is fully extended.
• Slide the latch cover over the assembly until the pivot pins are seated.
• Reinstall the latch assembly into the glove box by pressing it down until it clicks.
• Secure the assembly with the two screws, reattach the glove box to the vehicle, and reconnect the door stopper.