Toyota RAV4 1999 - Operating Manual

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’99 Rav4.U

Part 1

OPERATION OF

INSTRUMENTS AND

CONTROLS—

Chapter 1- 1

Overview of instruments

and controls

 Instrument panel overview

 Instrument cluster overview

 Indicator symbols on the

instrument panel

Main Page

Instruments and Controls1
Instrument Panel Overview2
Instrument Cluster Overview4
Indicator Symbols on the Instrument Panel5
Operation of Instruments and Controls7
Keys and Doors7
Key Number Plate7
Side Doors8
Power Windows10
Quarter Window12
Back Door and Tailgate12
Fuel Tank Cap14
Electric Moon Roof15
Lowering the Soft- Top24
Raising the Soft- Top25
Operation of Instruments and Controls31
Seats, Seat Belts, Steering Wheel and Mirrors31
Adjusting Front Seats32
Folding Rear Seat36
Head Restraints40
Seat Belt Extender46
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners47
SRS Driver and Front Passenger Airbags49
Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions56
Child Restraint System57
Types of Child Restraint System59
Tilt Steering Wheel74
Outside Rear View Mirrors74
Power Rear View Mirror Control75
Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror76
Operation of Instruments and Controls77
Lights, Wipers and Defogger77
Headlights and Turn Signals77
Emergency Flashers78
Turn Signals78
Instrument Panel Light Control79
Interior Light79
Windshield Wipers and Washer80
Rear Window Wiper and Washer81
Rear Window Defogger82
Chapter 1- 5 Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators83
Fuel Gauge83
Odometer and Two Trip Meters85
Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers85
Ignition Switch, Transmission and Parking Brake91
Ignition Switch with Steering Lock91
Automatic Transmission92
Manual Transmission96
Parking Brake99
Cruise Control99
Turning on the System100
Car Audio System Operating Hints115
Radio Reception115
Caring for Your Compact Disc Player and Discs117
Air Flow Selector Settings122
Operating Tips122
Instrument Panel Vents124
Other Equipment125
Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray126
Glove Box127
Auxiliary Box127
Floor Mat128
Information before Driving Your Toyota131
Break-In Period132
Engine Exhaust Cautions136
Engine Oil Consumption137
Brake Booster138
Anti-Lock Brake System138
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators140
Luggage Stowage Precautions140
Your Toyota's Identification- -Vehicle Identification Number141
Engine Number142
Theft Prevention Labels (Except for Canada)143
Suspension and Chassis143
Types of Tires143
Starting and Driving145
Tips for Driving in Various Conditions146
Off- Road Driving Precautions147
Winter Driving Tips149
Trailer Towing150
Weight Limits150
Trailer Towing Tips153
How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, too155
In Case of an Emergency157
If Your Vehicle will Not Start- (A) Simple Checks157
Jump-Starting Procedure159
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving160
If Your Vehicle Overheats161
If You Have a Flat Tire162
Required Tools and Spare Tire163
Removing Wheel Ornament164
Loosening Wheel Nuts165
Positioning the Jack165
Changing Wheels166
Reinstalling Wheel Nuts167
Reinstalling Wheel Ornament168
After Changing Wheels168
If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed169
Towing Precautions170
Emergency Towing171
If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever173
If You Lose Your Keys173
Corrosion Prevention and Appearance Care175
Protecting Your Toyota from Corrosion175
Washing and Waxing Your Toyota176
Cleaning the Interior179
Vehicle Maintenance and Care181
Maintenance Requirements181
General Maintenance182
Outside the Vehicle182
Inside the Vehicle183
In the Engine Compartment184
Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing184
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance187
Engine Compartment Overview188
Fuse Locations189
Do- It- Yourself Service Precautions190
Parts and Tools192
Engine and Chassis193
Checking the Engine Coolant Level195
Checking Brake Fluid196
Checking Power Steering Fluid196
Checking Tire Pressure197
Checking and Replacing Tires198
Chain Installation201
Replacing Wheels202
Wheel Selection202
Aluminum Wheel Precautions202
Electrical Components203
Battery Precautions203
Emergency Measures203
Battery Recharging Precautions205
Checking and Replacing Fuses205
Adding Washer Fluid206
Replacing Light Bulbs207
License Plate Lights213
Specifications215
Dimensions and Weight216
Engine Lubrication217
Rear Differential219
Reporting Safety Defects for U.s. Owners and Uniform Tire Quality Grading225
Uniform Tire Quality Grading226

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