{"product_id":"rear-tail-light-brake-light-pre-cut-overlay-tint-for-2026-rav4","title":"Rear Tail Light Brake Light and Running Brake Light Pre-cut Overlay Tint for 2026+ RAV4","description":"\u003cp\u003eTransform your 2026+ RAV4's rear end into an aggressive statement with our pre-cut tail light overlays. Choose between a full dark smoked look for maximum impact or a lightly smoked finish that softens the bright red while maintaining visibility when not lit. Both styles feature air-release technology for hassle-free installation. No special tools required. Your brake lights stay brilliantly visible when lit, ensuring safety without sacrificing style. Match your car's desired aesthetic and elevate your vehicle's presence on the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔧 \u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment: For 2026+ Toyota RAV4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Quality Material: Can withstand all kinds of weather (5 - 7 Year Durability)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Application (Peel and Stick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNano air-release technology material for ease of installation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes in 8 pieces \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Driver Side Brake light \/ Running Brake light\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Driver Side Brake Light Signal Bump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Driver Side Rear Tail Light Reflector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Passenger Brake light \/ Running Brake light\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Passenger Brake Light Signal Bump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Passenger Side Rear Tail Light Reflector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*\u003cstrong\u003e* NOTE ** This product is a VINYL STICKER OVERLAY\u003c\/strong\u003e that tints your brake light\/turn signal light, transforming it into a sleeker and more aggressive finish, hiding the red. Allowing light to pass through even through the smoked finish. Giving your rear a unique and one of a kind apperance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🛠️How to Install:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"368\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"288\"\u003eFor Best Results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"308\"\u003eTools Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat gun or blow dryer, padded glove or felt-tip squeegee\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**Professional Installation Recommended, but not required**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"402\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"400\"\u003eStep-by-Step Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eRinse the entire brake and running brake light with 70% isopropyl alcohol or water\/soap to remove all debris before application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"644\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"644\"\u003eDry the brake and running brake light surfaces completely to ensure no dust or residue remains on the surfaces or in the crevices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eStart with the Side Reflector:\n\u003col data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin either on the Driver's Side or the Passenger's tail light side marker reflector. Align the curved edge facing the quarter panel. The top and bottom edges should meet the black surround of the taillight. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you have aligned the overlay at the curved edge pointing towards the quarter panel, the rest will fall into place. Except for the end of the tail light overlay that is to be wrapped around the bump and downward towards the white turn signal bar. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe prefer to lay the top portion of the overlay first, smooth the top part down and then work on the bottom portion where the wrap is supposed to fold to the bottom portion of the tail light. Remember, to lay the overlay with your finger in a left-to-right motion, one section at a time, to prevent bubbles from forming. \u003cbr\u003eFor example, if you are working on the top portion, swipe from one side to the other, then slowly move down in the same swiping motion as you inch closer to the bottom portion of the overlay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs you get to the edge (the overlay section that is closer to the turn signal), you may need to slightly peel up what you already laid about 1 inch off and use a heat gun to heat the overlay. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce you see that edge slightly becoming more malleable, use your finger and pinch the overlay and lay it to your desired placement. Next, use a felt-tip squeegee to lay that edge in one precise swipe, pushing the entire overlay edge down in one go. This method will glass it down and push any air bubbles towards the closest edge in one fell swoop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"823\"\u003ePeel the Quarter Panel Brake Light (running brake light) overlay \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eAlign the overlay either at the seam where the reflector starts or at the edge of the light where the trunk crevice starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eEnsure that wherever you lay the overlay, the cutout of the bump fits perfectly around the raised bump. This will help align the overlay properly as you lay it onto the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eThe overlay should match the top and bottom lines of the brake light\/running brake light just before the black surround. Swipe from one edge to the other edge in a uniform motion (left to right or vice versa), working your way down after aligning the top of the overlay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eThe rest should fall into place once aligned.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eNext, you can decide to add the raised bump tint or not, but if you do... lay the bump overlay tint at the sloped edge first. Ensure it matches the sloped cut-out edge before tacking it down. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eUse a heat gun or blow dryer and heat the raised bump tint about 2-3 inches away until you see the vinyl start to conform to the bump. Use your finger and massage the tint slowly in a uniform fashion to ensure the overlay wraps around the entire bump. Once it is wrapped around completely, it should sit at the cutout line or slightly onto the already installed brake light tint.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLastly, peel off the inner running brake\/running brake light tint that sits on the trunk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce peeled, start at the edge that is either at the trunk crevice or the edge that points towards the logo. Ensure the top and bottom consistently meet the edge of the running brake light throughout the whole lay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce aligned, the rest should fall into place, but adjust as needed. When laying the overlay, start swiping in a right-to-left or vice versa motion. We like to start at the trunk crevice as it is the highest portion of the running brake light, and we swipe horizontally, pushing all bubbles out towards the closest edge and moving downward toward the reverse light section.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter installing the last piece, follow the next step below for the best adhesion of the overall product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eOnce everything is laid out to your desired outcome, follow the steps below to ensure longevity and adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003ePost-heat the vinyl:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a heat gun or blow dryer to remove small bubbles and activate the adhesive for stronger bonding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003eIf bubbles remain, press firmly with your finger or squeegee and swipe them out toward the closest edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eIf you make a mistake, gently peel off the overlay right away and reapply. Add light heat to remove wrinkles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Light Smoke and Dark Smoked overlays include a PET liner that must be removed after installation. Cherry Red and Dark Red may be easier to install with water\/soap; however, if you are adept at installing overlays, it may not be needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e📌 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eReminder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always \u003cstrong data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003epost-heat\u003c\/strong\u003e the vinyl after installation. This activates the glue and ensures maximum adhesion.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e📩 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eNeed Help?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003eQuestions? 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