Paulr117 Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Hi. I'm new to this site as just bought my first Rav4. I've noticed that the back door doesn't open to 90 degrees (it's a 54 reg) and want to modify it. I've seen a few comments on here but they're not recent so wondered if there's any new useful tips. There's also a useful page I've found of how to fit the modification check strap. However, where do I get the long check strap mod kit from? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpy stumpy Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 I changed mine and was straight forward 15 min job. I bought a longer strap , geniune Toyota part from japarts , think it was around £59 if I remember . All you need to do was remove the rear door cover below rear window , just pops off and you then can just unbolt it and fit new one. Will have a look to see if still available . Mine was a 2004 Rav, deffo worth doing . just looked on their site but not listed, I would give them a call as they don't list everything and did do them . www.japarts.co.uk its a genuine toyota part so if they don't stock it you could always phone your local Toyota dealer or send Kingo a message on here as he works for Toyota and very helpful. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulr117 Posted August 24, 2017 Author Share Posted August 24, 2017 Thanks for the advice. I'll give japarts a ring and also check with Kingo. I assume it's well worth doing as the door just doesn't open wide enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FROSTYBALLS Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 The reason behind the rear door not opening as wide as 90 degrees, is that UK legislation dictates that both rear lights should not be obscured from the rear (for example obscured by the open rear door). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpy stumpy Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Deffo worth doing makes a lot of difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulr117 Posted August 25, 2017 Author Share Posted August 25, 2017 Thanks for your advice re the rear door. I'll certainly get this sorted out asap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreamingandscheming Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Hi from Paul ... I'm in the same situation..but struggling to find a strap for 2006 xt5. Can anyone help find any of these.........Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike169 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Hi Paul. Get in touch with this man, I am sure he will be able to help you out. Kingo, real name John, Toyota main parts dealer, 01244 821031. I believe he will post the small item you need to you. Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpy stumpy Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Currently some on eBay from japarts for £59.99 item number 310653738558 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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