[zdjohn13]

Hello All,

Has anyone tried to install factory lighting in the storage trays in our Rav's? I mainly want one in the one in the center, but the outer ones would be nice also. I have searched the threads and have not come across any other threads a bout this. Sorry if I missed one, point me in the right direction please and thanks!

 

[grmuller]

Following. That would be very helpful.

 

[tmel88]

Try this?

 

[zdjohn13]

Try this? View attachment 145493

I want the factory look. But thanks much fir the suggestion.

 

[Richis]

Looking to do the same, Found this# 81080-42040, part drawing looks a bit large, For having a mounting hole that you can see and stick a small finger in.

 

[zdjohn13]

Looking to do the same, Found this# 81080-42040, part drawing looks a bit large, For having a mounting hole that you can see and stick a small finger in.

Looks like that is the right one, but looks like it could be a pain to take off the trim to replace it. This link shows it: https://cartune.me/notes/sPRjV8wW9O, maybe you wouldn't need to remove everything he has. I don't know that I want to be the guinea pigs and try.

 

[zdjohn13]

Does anyone have a clear picture of how the climate control/center console area is put together? Doesn’t look too touch to remove the section where this bulb would go and replace it. Just would like to know how it’s held in place before I go about prying and such. Thanks!

 

[chrispepin]

Try this? View attachment 145493

I bought these and they look great! I put one in center storage and another in the the back of the center console to illuminate the floor for rear seat passengers. The blue light color matches the factory mood lighting in my XSE


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[rvs007]

I bought these and they look great! I put one in center storage and another in the the back of the center console to illuminate the floor for rear seat passengers. The blue light color matches the factory mood lighting in my XSE

Thanks... which matches the factory mood lighting? blue or arctic blue?

 

[KuddlKat]

I may end up being the guinea pig to pry off the center console panels. Not just for the light, but I want to find a place to hide the USB hub and tap into the cigarette lighter socket power. Since there's only one USB tied to the media console, the manual states you can use a hub to access both a phone (for music/navigation) and a flash drive (for music), but nothing else. So, I bought a 4-port hub and a 12v-5v converter, and it works. It just wastes a bunch of space.

 

[zdjohn13]

Great! Look forward to seeing what you find out! Best of luck!

 

[BGood1]

It must be the Arctic blue because the regular blue doesn't quite match.

 

[Satavtech]

I may end up being the guinea pig to pry off the center console panels. Not just for the light, but I want to find a place to hide the USB hub and tap into the cigarette lighter socket power. Since there's only one USB tied to the media console, the manual states you can use a hub to access both a phone (for music/navigation) and a flash drive (for music), but nothing else. So, I bought a 4-port hub and a 12v-5v converter, and it works. It just wastes a bunch of space.

I just got one of these lights and installed in less than 10 minutes.
1. Remove the climate control panel with a trim removal tool under the bottom edge of the panel and pry. It comes off fairly easily and it's just a faceplate(think removable faceplate on a car stereo. Disconnect wiring connector and set aside.

2.Now use a trim tool to pry up the panel around the gearshift and mode selector panel and free it. I didn't take the shift knob off or remove the panel. I just moved it around as need to get access.

3.Now it's very simple to pop up the storage area bottom in front of the shifter panel. Again, I did not remove, but if you want to, disconnect the wiring from the outlet and the USB connection. I just moved it around as needed.

4. Next remove the silver trim and side panel by removing the bolt in the below picture and then pull the panel up and back. By moving the other panels you've left connected around a bit you can remove this one altogether.

5. Once this is out of the way, you can easily pull the panel with the seatbelt annunciators out. You'll see a wiring bundle on the R/H side that has multiple connectors running to the annunciator panel. Taped to that bundle you'll see a small white, two contact connector. Pull it loose and connect to your light. Put the light in the hole in the panel so that it fits in and then turn to lock in place.
6. Reinstall everything in reverse order and you'll be good to go. The light seems to be controlled similarly to the footwell lights, it varies in intensity based on whether the car is running and what position the shift lever is in.

 

[CFike]

I just got one of these lights and installed in less than 10 minutes.
1. Remove the climate control panel with a trim removal tool under the bottom edge of the panel and pry. It comes off fairly easily and it's just a faceplate(think removable faceplate on a car stereo. Disconnect wiring connector and set aside. View attachment 146238


2.Now use a trim tool to pry up the panel around the gearshift and mode selector panel and free it. I didn't take the shift knob off or remove the panel. I just moved it around as need to get access.
View attachment 146239

3.Now it's very simple to pop up the storage area bottom in front of the shifter panel. Again, I did not remove, but if you want to, disconnect the wiring from the outlet and the USB connection. I just moved it around as needed.

View attachment 146240


4. Next remove the silver trim and side panel by removing the bolt in the below picture and then pull the panel up and back. By moving the other panels you've left connected around a bit you can remove this one altogether.
View attachment 146241


5. Once this is out of the way, you can easily pull the panel with the seatbelt annunciators out. You'll see a wiring bundle on the R/H side that has multiple connectors running to the annunciator panel. Taped to that bundle you'll see a small white, two contact connector. Pull it loose and connect to your light. Put the light in the hole in the panel so that it fits in and then turn to lock in place.
6. Reinstall everything in reverse order and you'll be good to go. The light seems to be controlled similarly to the footwell lights, it varies in intensity based on whether the car is running and what position the shift lever is in.

Very nice, thanks! Where did you order the light? Can you provide the part number?

 

[Satavtech]

Very nice, thanks! Where did you order the light? Can you provide the part number?

It was the 81080-42040 mentioned earlier in the post. I googled and had quite a few options. I ordered from Tampa Bay Toyota. It was about $25 with tax and shipping.

 

[zdjohn13]

Thanks much! Was hoping to not have to take that much apart. Always nervous when one has to start popping off plastic pieces held on with plastic clips. Doesn’t always go well. But surly looking forward to a light down there. Would like to figure out the light for the cup holders next!

 

[GKlein13]

Satavtech, since you seem to know a bit more of what you’re doing, do you think it would be possible to retrofit the factory Qi charger into the shelf in front of the passenger? Or maybe flush mount a usb for charging only into the left vertical side of the same shelf? Kinda like it would be hidden? I know it would be the perfect spot for a passenger to charge their phone. I think the Qi charger would be very cool.

 

[Satavtech]

Satavtech, since you seem to know a bit more of what you’re doing, do you think it would be possible to retrofit the factory Qi charger into the shelf in front of the passenger? Or maybe flush mount a usb for charging only into the left vertical side of the same shelf? Kinda like it would be hidden? I know it would be the perfect spot for a passenger to charge their phone. I think the Qi charger would be very cool.

Yes, it should be fairly straightforward. The wiring is there for the charger.
The only caveats would be
1. I haven't checked to see if there is power at the connector. The wiring may have been installed, but not hooked to a fuse.
2. I looked into this a few months back and found that the factory charger was over$200! That seemed a little steep, considering my Anker car charger cost about $10.

 

[Satavtech]

Satavtech, since you seem to know a bit more of what you’re doing, do you think it would be possible to retrofit the factory Qi charger into the shelf in front of the passenger? Or maybe flush mount a usb for charging only into the left vertical side of the same shelf? Kinda like it would be hidden? I know it would be the perfect spot for a passenger to charge their phone. I think the Qi charger would be very cool.

Just poked around. The pad is available new, from dealerships for $500

2019 Toyota RAV4 Cradle assembly, mobile wireless charger. Dk - 861C00R020E2 | Sparks Toyota, Myrtle Beach SC

Cradle assembly, mobile wireless charger. Dk.broun. 2019 Toyota RAV4. Genuine Toyota Part - 861C00R020E2 (861C0-0R020-E2). Ships from Sparks Toyota, Myrtle Beach SC

parts.sparkstoyota.com

You can also get it on Ebay for $225.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Toyota-Rav...sid=p2385738.m4383.l4275.c10&var=691412723899

 

[GKlein13]

Dang. Didn’t think it was that expensive! I think I’d be more interested in doing a Qi charger retrofit in the passenger shelf or still just doing the USB ports on the left vertical flat. The USB ports would probably be the most practice option.