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Removing the Gear Knob and Centre Console on a Toyota Rav4 MK5

Model: Toyota Rav 4 MK 5, Xa50 - Years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Part: Shift knob

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Video tutorial

In this video tutorial, you will learn how to remove the gear knob on a fifth series Toyota Rav4, as well as the centre console. First, get inside the car and remove the gear gaiter by unclipping it from the knob, as shown in the video; after removing the clip, pry off the gaiter frame.

Next, pull the gear knob upwards to remove it (in this case, the automatic one); for reassembly, simply reverse the procedure. Follow the tutorial to the end for the removal of the centre console!


Updated on 2 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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How to Remove the Rear Seat of a Hyundai Tucson?

To remove the rear seat of a Hyundai Tucson, follow these steps. Start by moving the front seats to their most forward position to gain space. Next, locate the release lever on the underside of the rear seat, near the floor. Press this lever down while pulling the seat upwards to unlock it from the anchor pins. Once unlocked, tilt the seat upwards and forwards to remove it from its position. Repeat this process for both sides of the rear seat. Be careful of any electrical cables or components that may be connected to the seat during removal. Once the rear seat is removed, the disassembly is complete.

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