[jiminma50]

So I just purchased a 2012 Rav4, and my first project is to install a new radio.

Here is the current radio:



And here are the steering wheel controls:



I have successfully removed the old radio, only to discover my wire adapter kit doesn't match up 100%.

My goal this weekend is to pull out the radio, take photos of everything, and ask the manufacturer for a correct adapter kit.

Until then, my question is this... if the Rav4 didn't come with a backup camera from the factory, are the wires still run to the plug above the license plate? Or will I have to run cables from the dash to the license plate?

 

[Barsv_85]

Guys, why can not I see pix?

 

[jiminma50]

Ok, so I had to take the radio out today, so the manufacturer could make adapter cables.

VERY few tools needed.

I have a tiny plastic crowbar to pop off trim without scratching anything ( came with LED kit from precisionled.com when I swapped out all of my bulbs )

10mm socket with extension

That's it, now on to the removal.

1. Pry the 2 side trim pieces, start from bottom.











2. There are 4 bolts that hold in the radio (10mm), you will need an extension to reach the ones way in back.



3. Grab either side of the radio and pull straight back.



That's all there is to pulling the radio out. I don't have the adapter cables yet, so I can't show how to put it all back together yet.