Fixing the rattling back door 1997 Toyota RAV4 (episode 11)

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[@jamesgaudreau8315]

Hahahaha that ending “that’s much better, now I can enjoy the sweet sounds of my shitty stereo through the one speaker that works” 😂😂

[@P.G._FPV]

😂😂😂

[@Denali_Rebel]

I got a 99 RAV4 with 250k miles. This series is going to be life for me. It’s just such a fun car to drive

[@staroceans8677]

Me too.

[@poeter14]

I got a 00' Rav4 also at 250k

[@gustavorivera6050]

I got a rav4 97 with 110k miles

[@josephfomichev4214]

87 with 270k

[@slickstretch6391]

You need to pump those numbers up. Those are rookie numbers in this racket.

[@superdupersalem]

Having just bought a 96 RAV4, I absolutely love your videos! Thank you very much for doing this!

[@jamesgaudreau8315]

I had a similar issue but it wound up just being my license plate. Non the less, glad I found your page for my ‘98 Rav4!

[@ezgannet]

lmao, i love your Rav4 series, just got a similar bucket for myself, but 3 yrs older fantastic work my dude!

[@haydenmichaels7039]

You just gave me an idea when you mentioned putting foam insulation tape on the rear door where it meets the seal to stop the rattle. I'm going to take a thin layer of that foam insulation tape and put it along the back edges of my license plate - that should stop any and all rattling coming from the plate.

[@OboteOjok]

I have found that the back windows at the side have a metal holding them n place that also rattles, simply put some dampening material between the glass and the metal, and that too caused improvement

[@senatorchinchilla5389]

I didn't know I needed this video, but its literally perfect. I will be doing this soon.

[@rdk5492]

Hey Paul great rav4 series! My daily is also a 97, 3 door rav4! My speakers are out aswell ahah. If you could do a diy on speaker replacement that would be great!

[@jacobbender9690]

I replaced just the door stoppers, that fixed my rattle!

[@vettafaene]

Why, yes! I own a 2nd gen. RAV4 but this is as much as relevant, since I already need to replace the whole tailgate. Got yourself a new subscriber. 👍

[@LabCoatPaul]

Thanks for watching and subscribing! :)

[@kaxis26]

These are such a great car, I absolutely love mine.

[@ttinnovations3310]

I have a 1997 Rav4 manual too, so fun to drive

[@WillPress]

Same problem with mine but that weather strip price though! 😅 I'll start with securing my licence plate with extra screws before I think of importing that part. Big ups from Kenya. Really enjoyed this series.

[@LabCoatPaul]

Thanks for watching! If you want to save some money, add some adhesive foam weatherstripping for a house door or window to the back door of the RAV4. It will add to the existing worn out seal, and should stop the rattle.

[@jacobwisbeck6867]

I have a 4 door rav4 5spd here in Kigali and love it this video helps!

[@LabCoatPaul]

Thanks for watching! Make sure to check out my other RAV4 videos.

[@paulbernabe3637]

You're my namesake so there's a connection right there. I had the same rattling problem with my '97 5door. The sound can be really irritating even if you put the sound system on max to drown the noise. Anyway my quick fix is just to apply generous amount of grease around the door latch and stopper mechanisms (on the door and the body). Somehow, it "softens" the rattling sound and makes it easier to the ears! Just be mindful (when cleaning the car or opening the door) to not touch these parts with your clothes or cleaning rugs because your clothes could really turn ugly.

[@LabCoatPaul]

Oh hi Paul! The grease is a good idea. Replacing the door seal is the best solution, but another easy way is to take adhesive foam door insulation from Home Depot and put it on the door where the seal hits. It won't last as long as buying a new seal from Toyota, but I'm pretty sure it will completely stop the rattle.

[@MORIO3020]

I just reversed the hook on the back door, it also works great, thanks, 😻😂 😻😂 👍 👍 👍

[@peppitachips1764]

I'm so happy all of my speakers work

[@mongevoscar]

excelent video, just what i was needing, thaks a lot

[@ahunte86]

Thanks a lot.... I hve that same exact problem that was driving me nuts.... pun intended lol..... I'm gonna work on it this weeknd... thanks very much really helpful vid

[@bassmana2z686]

Thanks for the great content. Subd. I'm a 1999 RAV4 owner.

[@mitchellwright549]

I like your video. I have a 98 Rav4 with the same shitty stereo and back door noise. I really like the license plate idea. I thought the 2 screws were not enough too. I'm going to try add more also.

[@ChrissyGodcallsmeBeloved]

I phave the same issue with my 4 seater! Thank you!

[@owenkendall6963]

The music on that intro 😻😂

[@ttinnovations3310]

what tire size are you running? I have 225/70r16 now, can I fit a wider tire?

[@kerrileelawrence2402]

Thanks for showing us how to replace the door rubber..mines doing that rattle too ..

[@abbydehoyos5865]

did it stop it??

[@motardsquid]

Pretty funny, love it. Will do it on my 96 too

[@comradepeach946]

how do u replace rear brake light? the cover wont come off

[@viajerosdepaso]

gracias por tus videos! saludos desde Venezuela!

[@LabCoatPaul]

Thank you! I hope your RAV4 runs great forever!

[@guamani8164]

Hey man, I really enjoy your RAV4 videos because I have 1998, 4 door RAV4. I would love a video on how to change the speakers on the Rav4. I really tried by myself but there are many bolts and the whole thing was designed so you don't do anything. I'm 19 years old and I really like taking out a girl I like on that car and having some 2019 sound quality instead of a 1998 one would be way more awesome.

[@LabCoatPaul]

Thanks! I will be replacing my radio soon, so I will have a video about that. :)

[@zoink15]

"I'm just driving down your typical kind of beat-up road here in Utah" and then on queue a stake center appears

[@mikepuhara1]

How can i assemble or install the Rav4 1998 back door completely..by replace the old parts. Any help. Cheers Mike

[@luckyhood123]

Hi Paul my 96 Rav 4 back seats won't fold up the leaver won't work can u help

[@elcacheton3868]

What wheels and tires you running on Th rav?

[@gvick15]

Hi Paul, I have a booth latch that does not shut the booth door tightly. Just happened recently and as a result it is rattling really bad like a car door that is half shut. I got another door latch assembly from a friend and the door still does not shut close. So I suspect the used latch is also spoiled. So is there a way to repair the existing latch so that it can shut down tight? Or should I get a new latch? If a new latch then where can I get it online and shipped to malaysia?

[@staroceans8677]

Great series. Do you have any idea where I can get for my 2-door '99 Rav...the top plastic snap-on gap filling piece between the soft top...that rests on the top of the tailgate? It's cracked and needs replacing. Thanks!

[@LabCoatPaul]

That will be very hard to find. The part number is 75801. I usually get my parts from Toyotapartsdeal.com it looks like that moulding is discontinued. That will be tricky to find. www.toyotapartsdeal.com/parts-list/1999-toyota-rav4-jpp/body/rear_body_top_curtain_roof_panel.html?Filter=(3=SOT;5=MTM;7=2D;0=SXA10L-AKMGKA)&PNC=75801B

[@eze8024]

That's an awesome rav4. Kind of bummed you didn't paint the front struts yellow

[@DIYCustoms]

Removing all those items maybe unnecessary. Good vid and with ideas

[@jasonfonseca8232]

thanks for all the video. I really love RAV4 first generation, watching your videos from Costa Rica. That was my first car, and it is still on my garage. I am going to replace the same parts than you in the video. I have one question, do you know that is the part number of (i dont know how to say hahaha), the plastic screw to keep the cover of the back door in its place.

[@LabCoatPaul]

The plastic screw clips for the back door panel trim are Toyota part number 67750A. When buying from Toyotapartsdeal.com you'll need to specify if you have the bluish gray or shadow gray interior. You can look up part numbers from the diagrams from parts.toyota.com Check out my video about finding parts for the RAV4: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmKzn6R9a7KWpc0

[@AP-bo1if]

if Paul saw how much rust 4 year old cars have up here he'd probably have a heart attack LOL

[@johnhogan3810]

Minnesota here. Same shit

[@docjody8624]

Paul, what are the OEM Toyota part numbers you ordered for this job? Thank you.

[@noh7828]

Can u pls list them down? Where did u buy it? Love the video. Thanks

[@traumashots2263]

watch all of your videos and used it as inspiration. can you help me out? my glass window was broken & needs replacement. not sure where to order. I am located in the philippines

[@alonguanama]

I love my 98/soft top, but have anyone had a fault gas gauge meter?, do you know how to fix it? Thanks.

[@johnhogan3810]

Check (OR JUST REPLACE) the ground at the tank/pump and the gauge cluster. Has worked on several of my different toyotas over the years

[@georgealiling496]

Hi Paul,I'm from Philippines we exactly have the same car.Same color too.It's still my everyday partner especially that I drive it everyday to work.Just subscribe to your channel.

[@oscarfranciscosantanafranc8948]

I love you Paul and your videos too! can you help me please? my name is Óscar Francisco and have an toyota rav4 1998 five doors (AKA family rav4 ) and doesn't made signal when the right back door is opened, i checked the fuse and they a good. So the question is how can open to access the switch wiring of right back door?

[@danieljackson1272]

I have an issue with my 98 RAV4 where every time I shut the rear door I have to slam it, usually 2-3 times. If not, it won't close completely & will shake and make a lot of noise as I drive. Neither option is palatable. Suggestions?

[@LabCoatPaul]

Check the door striker plate and make sure it's not loose, and that it's adjusted properly. Also check the latch to make sure it isn't loose inside the door.

[@thelagmeister]

I wish I could get my rear door on my trooper open. It's being a super pita.

[@dtthomas05]

Where did you get the rear weather strip can’t find it. I got an 98 rav4 with 534k miles on it original

[@LabCoatPaul]

I buy most of my parts from www.toyotapartsdeal.com

[@kaislong2069]

Hi Paul I have a 1996 rav 4 3 door can you help my car do not idle normal its iddling between 1000 and 500 rpm

[@LabCoatPaul]

Start with your maintenance. Check the spark plug wires, distributor cap, and rotor. Watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5vUZ2Vsrd1psK8 If you still have a problem after doing all the maintenance, check for leaking vacuum hoses near the intake manifold. This usually makes it idle high, but it's worth checking.

[@LifeandLoveinthePhilippines]

how do you get the door open when the handle is disconnected from the latch? I have a 2000 rav 4 L

[@LabCoatPaul]

Climb in the car, remove the plastic trim panel from the back door, and you should be able to access the latch.

[@LifeandLoveinthePhilippines]

@@LabCoatPaul That's what I ended up doing. I went to walmart and got a roll of flat braided nylon and rigged up a pull handle with it for now. Just a note, the lever has to be pushed down while unlocked to open it so the handle falls out the bottom of the door.

[@dabearcub]

Hey Paul, so my 1996 2 door Rav4 was recently hit by a bus in Philadelphia. The only thing that was damaged was the driver side front panel. I found someone on FB marketplace parting their 2 door Rav4 out, how easy is it to take it off/replace myself? Love the videos, thanks!

[@LabCoatPaul]

Yes, the front fenders should be easy.

[@javigun306]

Hi can you tell me where dou you buy those parts?

[@LabCoatPaul]

I buy replacement Toyota parts from the Toyota dealer or toyotapartsdeal.com. I have a video about it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmKzn6R9a7KWpc0

[@johnhogan3810]

A lot of the noise from the rear door of our 97 4 door seems to be the plastic trim panel on the outside. Any ideas?

[@LabCoatPaul]

You can access the clips that hold the plastic cladding from inside the door. Try removing the cladding and adding some new clips or double sided tape in the loose spots.

[@johnhogan3810]

Sweet thanks for the help. Your stuff rocks. I will let you know how it goes.

[@damianmoehamad7459]

What tire do you have and do you use a lift kit?

[@LabCoatPaul]

I installed the BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A K02 tires in the LT225/75R16 size. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHqVdpWIj5V9esU The lift kit is a 3" Old Man Emu lift kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWLKmmyepKije6s

[@user-fv4my2rm5q]

well in America there are many spare parts for such cars.

[@nonenone4219]

I have a 2000 Rav4 , my back door doesn't make noise like yours did, it just won't open at all. The key won't unlock it. Any ideas how to get it open?

[@LabCoatPaul]

You can remove the plastic cover on the back door from inside the car. Then look at the latch to figure out what's wrong with it.

[@nonenone4219]

@@LabCoatPaul Thank you very much for the tip. I will most definitely follow your advice. 🌻🌻😊

[@xxalex2108]

Hey Paul what's the size of your Tires and rims...they look huge.

[@LabCoatPaul]

The tire size is LT225/75R16. I have a video about the tires too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHqVdpWIj5V9esU

[@munnsie100]

Are those BFG KO2’s? I’ve never seen those on a RAV4 before!

[@LabCoatPaul]

Yes, I went a little bigger than stock tire size LT225/75R16. I have a video about the tires here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHqVdpWIj5V9esU

[@dalistudios2248]

Hello i have 1994 Rva4 when I change gears oh it automatic when am turning reverse skip it does whats that how can i fix it

[@LabCoatPaul]

If your automatic transmission is slipping, it might need to be taken out of the car and rebuilt. First make sure the fluid level is correct. If the fluid is dirty, you can try flushing it out and changing the transmission filter.

[@dalistudios2248]

Thanks so much

[@dalistudios2248]

My boot door got spoilt

[@dalistudios2248]

I want to fix it myself

[@dlsjr1978]

Anyone find a generic weatherstrip that works but isn’t $100??

[@knightmareking1342]

I've never seen this model in my whole life

[@LabCoatPaul]

The 2 door RAV4 is much less common in the United States than the 4-door. It was sold in the US only in 1996 and 1997. The rest of the first generation RAV4 (1996 - 2000) were all 4-door.

[@LB-ch7bf]

Help! I lost the pin from my back door on my 1996 and body shops are clueless I have the pin but can’t get it back because of the spring and the back door is not secure I deliver with the food bank and need to use the back! Agghhh!

[@LabCoatPaul]

Is your latch broken, or are you having problems with the hinges? You can also get replacement parts from the junkyard.

[@LB-ch7bf]

Thanks for responding! My local Toyota dealership actually used a bolt and secured the strap. $27 bucks! I will be watching your videos to take care of my girl, she’s a 96. I think it’s the first year? I love her so thank you for your videos I am waiting for the one where are you re-stuff the seats so I don’t have to get it reupholstered. Or find a new one at a junkyard? Anyway, I’m busy watching your video on changing the fluids. I’m a small older woman so I’m trying to do whatever I can in my power and my budget! Thank you again! I wish I could send pictures. She’s beautiful

[@mabufinneser7208]

I own a 1996 5-door Rav 4 myself and boy i can relate ... the stereo must be one of the shittiest out there. idk how toyota got away with something like that back then but o well ...

[@OMGtheykilledKenny42]

Get yourself a single-din Pioneer. I also replaced the factory speakers with 2-way Kenwood speakers (Dynamat and Baffles too)

[@themonster921]

GOOD

[@eddyklk]

wao excelente

[@CarlosContreras-gk9gp]

❤

[@mrbrownkayumanggiusa1748]

New subscriber here. I just bought a 96 5spd 4door two weeks ago and learned a ton from your videos. My car temperature does not go up to the middle while driving in the freeway and city but does go up just below the center when idle at parking lots. I’m guessing my thermostat is stucked open. I already bought the thermostat and just waiting for the tools that I bought so I can get in there without removing the oil filter and other parts. What do you think am I doing it right? I’m not a mechanic and just basing my troubleshooting technique through youtube videos and such. Also, do you happened to remember what is the part number or web link of the weather stripping and bump door caution? My Rav4 makes a lot of noise too coming from the rear door. Thanks a lot!! And keep up the good work!

[@LabCoatPaul]

Thanks for watching! The part number for the back door weatherstrip is 67881-42011. It's at 1:24 in this video. Yes, it sounds like your thermostat is stuck open. I replaced my thermostat in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKauanqIhpl9oq8 Be careful with aftermarket parts. Most thermostats will get stuck closed when they break, which will overheat your engine. The Toyota thermostat will get stuck open when it isn't working, which is much better. Also, don't buy an autozone radiator cap. They don't open at 13psi, and I got a broken radiator because I used one.

[@mrbrownkayumanggiusa1748]

Paul Shpakov , thanks for your video. My back door rattle is 80% quieter now that I replaced the weatherstrip. Also replaced my thermostat and it was stucked open, i also replaced my pcv valve and grommet. Now mpg went up from avg 15 mpg city to 19. I know still low. Need to tackle the spark plug, wires, cap and rotor next.

[@sienatyson-vernon6090]

bruh, you should do this with a Diahatsu Pyzar, mine rattles like crazyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!

[@LabCoatPaul]

I've never seen a Diahatsu Pyzar in the United States. You probably just need a new door seal like I did.

[@714ATK]

Part number ?

[@LabCoatPaul]

All the part numbers are displayed on the left side of the screen during the video.

[@valentinsarmagal]

Lol awesome

[@kemalkeza6795]

the rattle on mine is from the registration plates, take it off, put some double sided tape on all 4 corners then put it back on, problem solved

[@IslandNinja]

it's the stereo comment for me

[@clinteastwood666]

Yours is a 2 door haha, I have to change all the fluids for my dad's car

[@andrewwhite8897]

Hey Paul I live all your videos on your Rav4l, I have a 1999 Rav4l I need help replacing the exterior driverside door handle...Please Help Thanks alot Paul, I did it 😄😄

[@LabCoatPaul]

I don't have a video about the door handles, but you can watch my car stereo or sound deadening insulation videos to learn how to remove the door panels. That will get you 80% of the way there. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqSnqYmgpN2tbs0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZTanIKvqL2nmtU

[@D_2_M]

👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏

[@ttinnovations3310]

time for a sound system install, and 120 power outlet, kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJqxloqkbM9oidU , I'm going to also convert my headlights to a 1999 or 2000 model with HID bulb

[@ttinnovations3310]

Head on over to @t and use code WatchJRGo for 5% off your entire order! (I'm planning to use B-Quiet or dynomat my Rav4 too and put in a proper sterio system)

[@ttinnovations3310]

www.b-quiet.com/

[@1erdanger]

lol i have the same problem!!!! lol

[@1erdanger]

oh god the price of the door mechanism ;-;

[@user-cg6lq7yb8y]

Автор канала русский???

[@merkherk5140]

Привет откудамвы люди?))

[@LabCoatPaul]

Hi! I'm in Utah.

[@CarlosRodriguez-zb7tu]

H

[@mikemarvelous]

I like wasting $$$ too!!!!

[@traumashots2263]

watch all of your videos and used it as inspiration. can you help me out? my glass window was broken & needs replacement. not sure where to order. I am located in the philippines

[@LabCoatPaul]

Look for some junkyards and if you're lucky you might be able to find your RAV4 window. Also, join the RAV4 group on facebook: facebook.com/groups/287048125126229/?ref=bookmarks Someone there might be able to help you.