Toyota Rav4 Roof Rack Removal: 2019-2024

[@bigpebble]

Had roof racks on my 2003 RAV4 and 2010 Highlander and never used them, so definitely taking them off on my 2024 RAV4 for less drag. Thanks for showing the steps.

[@robmotivetoo]

Glad to help.

[@danibo47]

Dang after almost 5 years I’m finally gonna do it 😀 labeling and put up in attic for the 3rd home owner to find

[@paulboden7850]

Better without, and it might help your fuel economy. Only concern would be roof leaks.

[@cutlerylover]

I had a 21 Rav4 XLE Premium and actually did the opposite I bought OEM cross bars so I could use the roof to bring bigger stuff home it worked well but I hated the fact the front one covered the sunroof, I always liked the idea in an accident you might be able to use that sunroof for an escape if necessary...but thats just me lol I LOVBED the Rav4 but traded it in for my 23 tacoma for more capability and storage mostly because the value on the RAV4s went up soo much...

[@thomasherrera6587]

Great video Rob! My 2023 did not come with the kit so I had to order it from the service department. That rack was removed the first week I had the vehicle!

[@patrickd.15]

Thanks. You saved me a lot of time. Taking mine off because of wind noise on highway.😊

[@robmotivetoo]

Glad to help👍

[@peterrn1]

Thank you! The so-called instructions in the package were not of any help to me. And you're right, I'm tired of not having full visibility with the sun roof. I don't use them so why not store them? You made this very easy and I'm grateful.

[@robmotivetoo]

Glad to help👍

[@yardboy3955]

Nice review with details Rob, didn't know there is a kit for removing the crossbars. Wished Toyota didn't put the rack assembly on the RAV4. Another $400 add on I don't need. I’ve never used the roof rack on my previous SUV. Love the RAV4. Keep the video’s coming.

[@jimzimmerman5288]

Toyota dealer should have given you the kit to remove,

[@janiswhisenant1580]

I could have used the $400 to make one of the payments. Toyota should stop adding stuff that isn’t needed and let people decide if they want to pay for them separately!

[@crosswind81]

Do the bolts go back in or stay out until re install?

[@robmotivetoo]

I don’t recall. But it’s in the video.

[@maxmaxed2887]

Same question. Did you figure it out?

[@jimzimmerman5288]

Thanks for the video. I know now how to pop off that 1st piece.

[@maxmaxed2887]

Don't you need to cover the holes left from the removed bolts? Otherwise water will get in

[@robmotivetoo]

The holes are not left exposed.

[@PostprandialTorpor]

@@robmotivetoodo those snap in decorative covers have a gasket ring to keep out water? Might be a good idea to use sealing tape or silicone sealer or rubber cement to seal the holes. I’ve heard of people getting roof leaks and it soaking into the headliner. I sure if it’s just a rail clip issue or the bolt holes too.

[@robmotivetoo]

@PostprandialTorpor Nope, no gaskets.

[@PostprandialTorpor]

@@robmotivetooFYI - also just looked it up and the roof rail leak into the ceiling issue was fixed in all rav4 model year 2022 and onward 👍

[@ScottRGill]

I like it better without. Doesn’t the roof rack add some wind noise? Obviously the view is a lot better from the sunroof…

[@robmotivetoo]

I never noticed any noise from it.

[@christinestarr9119]

Yes, that's why I'm taking mine off. I can't enjoy the sunroof open because it's SOOO loud with the wind whipping through the rack.

[@Dougging-Krueger]

Thanks Rob, That was easy!

[@robmotivetoo]

Glad to help👍

[@Bskwvr]

It’s looks great without! Thanks 😊

[@frankb1]

Thanks

[@ChelsSoLovely]

Thank you for this video! Taking mine off as we speak 😅

[@mariemadison7595]

Better without!

[@fredsausage8794]

Like better with.

[@weywey5171]

Like better with.