Toyota RAV4 1998

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’98 Rav4U

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: For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning

buzzers” in Chapter 1- 5.

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: If this light flashes, see ”Cruise control” in Chapter 1- 6.

Cruise control indicator light

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Center differential lock indicator light

Driving pattern indicator light

Overdrive- off indicator light

Automatic transmission indicator light

Main Page

Overview of Instruments and Controls1
Instrument Panel Overview2
Instrument Cluster Overview4
Indicator Symbols on the Instrument Panel5
Operation of Instruments and Controls7
Key Number Plate7
Keys and Doors7
Side Doors8
Locking and Unlocking with Key8
Locking and Unlocking with Inside Lock Knob8
Locking and Unlocking with Power Door Lock Switch9
Rear Door Child-Protectors9
Power Windows10
Operating the Driver's Window10
Operating the Passenger's Window11
Quarter Window12
Back Door (Hardtop) and Tail Gate (Soft-Top) Locking and Unlocking with Key12
Hood13
Fuel Tank Cap14
Electric Moon Roof15
Detachable Sun Roof - Precautions16
Detachable Sun Roof - Tilting up and Closing16
Detachable Sun Roof - Removing17
Detachable Sun Roof - Stowing18
Detachable Sun Roof - Installing19
Soft Top - Precautions20
Lowering the Soft-Top21
Removing the Quarter Windows21
Raising the Soft-Top25
Installing the Rear Window26
Installing the Quarter Windows27
Seats29
Front Seat Adjustment Precautions30
Adjusting Front Seats30
Moving Passenger's Seat for Rear Seat Entry31
Seat Position Adjusting Lever31
Seatback Angle Adjusting Lever31
Rear Seats - Adjusting Seatback Angle32
Folding up Rear Seats32
Flattening Seatbacks (2-Door Hardtop and Soft-Top)36
Flattening Seatbacks (4-Door Hardtop)37
Head Restraints38
Seat Belts Precautions38
Front Seat Belts and Rear Outside Seat Belts40
Rear Center Seat Belt (4-Door Hardtop)42
Stowing the Rear Seat Belts (4-Door Hardtop)43
Seat Belt Extender44
Front Seat Belt Pretensioners45
SRS Driver and Front Passenger Airbags47
Child Restraint Precautions54
Child Restraint System55
Types of Child Restraint System56
Child Restraint System - Installation with 2-Point Type Seat Belt57
Infant Seal Installation57
Convertible Seat Installation59
Child Restraint System - Installation with 3-Point Type Seat Belt62
Booster Seat Installation68
Child Restraint - Top Strap Anchors and Locations70
Tilt Steering Wheel71
Outside Rear View Mirrors72
Power Rear View Mirror Control72
Folding Rear View Mirrors73
Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror73
Lights, Wipers and Defogger75
Operation of Instruments and75
Headlights78
Turn Signals79
Emergency Flashers79
Instrument Panel Light Control80
Interior Light80
Personal Light (with Moon Roof)80
Personal Lights81
Windshield Wipers and Washer81
Rear Window Wiper and Washer82
Rear Window Defogger82
Fuel Gauge84
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge85
Tachometer85
Odometer and Two Trip Meters86
Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers86
Brake System Warning Light87
Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer88
Discharge Warning Light88
Low Oil Pressure Warning Light88
Malfunction Indicator Lamp88
Low Fuel Level Warning Light89
"ABS" Warning Light89
Open Door Warning Light89
Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Warning Light89
Checking Service Reminder Indicators90
Light Reminder Buzzer90
Key Reminder Buzzer90
Ignition Switch with Steering Lock92
Automatic Transmission93
Normal Driving94
Using Engine Braking94
Using the "2" and "L" Positions94
Backing up95
Parking95
Good Driving Practice95
Rocking Your Vehicle if Stuck96
Driving in "POWER" Mode96
If You Cannot Shift the Selector Lever out of "P" Position96
Manual Transmission97
Center Differential Lock System (Four-Wheel Drive Models with Manual Transmission)98
To Lock the Center Differential99
To Unlock the Center Differential99
Parking Brake100
Cruise Control100
Turning on the System101
Setting at a Desired Speed101
Cancelling the Preset Speed101
Resetting at a Faster Speed102
Resetting at a Slower Speed102
Resuming the Preset Speed102
Cruise Control Failure Warning102
Car Audio System-Reference104
Using Your Audio System: some Basics105
Tone and Balance105
Your Radio Antenna105
Your Cassette Player105
Your Compact Disc Player106
Using Your Audio System: Control and Features107
Car Audio System Operating - Hints116
Radio Reception116
Am117
Caring for Your Compact Disc Player and Discs118
Air Conditioning System - Controls120
Air Conditioning System - Air Flow Selector Settings123
Air Conditioning System - Operating Tips123
Air Conditioning System - Instrument Panel Vents125
Clock126
Other Equipment126
Cigarette Lighter127
Ashtray127
Power Outlet (4-Door Hardtop)127
Glovebox128
Auxiliary Box128
Floor Mat129
Off-Road Vehicle Precautions132
Break-In Period133
Fuel Type134
Octane Rating134
Gasolines Containing Detergent Additives134
Improved Gasolines134
Operation in Foreign Countries135
Gasolines Containing MMT135
Gasolines Containing Alcohol135
Fuel Tank Capacity135
Three-Way Catalytic Converter136
Engine Exhaust Cautions137
Facts about Engine Oil Consumption137
Twin Ground Electrode Platinum-Tipped Spark Plugs138
Important of Engine Oil Level Check138
Tandem Master Cylinder Brake System139
Brake Booster139
Anti-Lock Brake System139
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators141
Luggage Stowage Precautions141
Limited-Slip Differential (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only)142
Your Toyota's Identification - Vehicle Identification Number142
Engine Number143
Theft Prevention Labels (Except for Canada)143
Suspension and Chassis144
Types of Tires144
Before Starting the Engine146
How to Start the Engine146
Before Cranking146
Starting the Engine147
Tips for Driving in Various Conditions147
Off-Road Driving Precautions148
Winter Driving Tips149
Trailer Towing150
Weight Limits150
Hitches152
Brakes and Safety Chains152
Tires153
Trailer Lights153
Break-In Schedule153
Maintenance153
Trailer Towing Tips154
How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, too156
In Case of an Emergency158
If Your Vehicle will Not Start - Simple Checks158
Starting a Flooded Engine159
Jump Starting159
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving161
If Your Vehicle Overheats162
If You Have a Flat Tire163
If You Have a Flat Tire - Required Tools and Spare Tire164
If You Have a Flat Tire - Blocking the Wheel165
If You Have a Flat Tire - Removing Wheel Ornament165
If You Have a Flat Tire - Loosening Wheel Nuts166
If You Have a Flat Tire - Positioning the Jack166
If You Have a Flat Tire - Raising Your Vehicle167
If You Have a Flat Tire - Changing Wheels167
If You Have a Flat Tire - Reinstalling Wheel Nuts168
If You Have a Flat Tire - Lowering Your Vehicle168
If You Have a Flat Tire - Reinstalling Wheel Ornament169
If You Have a Flat Tire - after Changing Wheels169
If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed170
Towing Precautions171
Emergency Towing172
Emergency Towing Eyelet Precautions173
Tips for Towing a Stuck Vehicle173
If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever174
If You Lose Your Keys174
Corrosion Prevention and Appearance Care176
Protecting Your Toyota from Corrosion176
Washing and Waxing Your Toyota177
Cleaning the Interior180
Vehicle Maintenance and Care182
Scheduled Maintenance182
Maintenance and Care182
General Maintenance183
Outside the Vehicle Maintenance183
Tire Pressure183
Maintenance Inside the Vehicle184
Tire Surface and Wheel Nuts184
Tire Rotation184
Fluid Leaks184
Does Your Vehicle Need Repaiting?185
In the Engine Compartment Maintenance185
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance188
Engine Compartment Overview189
Fuse Locations190
Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions191
Parts and Tools193
Checking the Engine Oil Level194
Engine and Chassis194
Engine Oil Selection195
Oil Identification Marks195
Checking the Engine Coolant Level196
Checking Brake Fluid196
Coolant Type Selection196
Checking Power Steering Fluid197
Checking Tire Pressure198
Checking and Replacing Tires199
Rotating Tires200
When to Use Snow Tires or Chains201
Snow Tire Selection201
Snoe Tire Installation201
Tire Chain Selection201
Chain Installation202
When to Replace Your Wheels202
Wheel Selection202
Aluminum Wheel Precautions203
Checking Battery Condition - Precautions204
Electrical Components204
Checking Battery Exterior205
Checking Battery Fluid205
Battery Recharging Precautions206
Checking and Replacing Fuses206
Adding Washer Fluid207
Replacing Light Bulbs208
Replacing Light Bulbs - Headlights209
Replacing Light Bulbs - Parking, Front Turn Signal and Front Side Marker Lights210
Replacing Light Bulbs - Rear Side Marker Lights210
Replacing Light Bulbs - Rear Turn Signal, Stop and Tail, and Back-Up Lights211
Replacing Light Bulbs - High Mounted Stoplight (Hardtop)212
Replacing Light Bulbs - High Mounted Stoplight (Soft-Top)213
Replacing Light Bulbs - License Plate Lights213
Specifications216
Dimensions and Weight217
Service Specifications218
Fuses222
Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners and Uniform Tire Quality Grading226

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