Toyota RAV4 User Manual (English)

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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

Instrument Panel Overview2
Instrument Cluster Overview4
Indicator Symbols on the Instrument Panel5
Operation of Instruments and Controls7
Keys and Doors7
Back Door and Tail Gate7
Key Number Plate7
Side Doors8
Power Windows10
Fuel Tank Cap14
Electric Moon Roof15
Lowering the Soft- Top23
Raising the Soft- Top25
Operation of Instruments and Controls29
Seats, Seat Belts, Steering Wheel and Mirrors29
Adjusting Front Seats30
Folding Rear Seat34
Head Restraints38
Seat Belt Extender44
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners45
SRS Driver and Front Passenger Airbags47
Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions54
Child Restraint System55
Types of Child Restraint System56
Tilt Steering Wheel71
Outside Rear View Mirrors72
Power Rear View Mirror Control72
Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror73
Operation of Instruments and Controls75
Headlights and Turn Signals78
Emergency Flashers79
Turn Signals79
Instrument Panel Light Control80
Interior Light80
Windshield Wipers and Washer81
Rear Window Wiper and Washer82
Rear Window Defogger82
Chapter 1- 5 Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators84
Fuel Gauge84
Odometer and Two Trip Meters86
Ignition Switch, Transmission and Parking Brake92
Ignition Switch with Steering Lock92
Automatic Transmission93
Manual Transmission97
Parking Brake100
Cruise Control100
Turning on the System101
Radio Reception116
Caring for Your Compact Disc Player and Discs118
Air Flow Selector Settings123
Operating Tips123
Instrument Panel Vents125
Other Equipment126
Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray127
Floor Mat129
Information before Driving Your Toyota132
Break-In Period133
Gasolines Containing Alcohol135
Fuel Tank Capacity135
Operation in Foreign Countries135
Engine Exhaust Cautions137
Engine Oil Consumption137
Twin Ground Electrode Platinum- Tipped Spark Plugs138
Brake Booster139
Anti-Lock Brake System139
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators141
Luggage Stowage Precautions141
Your Toyota's Identification- -Vehicle Identification Number142
Engine Number143
Theft Prevention Labels (Except for Canada)143
Suspension and Chassis144
Types of Tires144
Starting and Driving146
Off- Road Driving Precautions148
Winter Driving Tips149
Trailer Towing150
Weight Limits150
Trailer Lights153
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- (A) Simple Checks158
Jump-Starting Procedure160
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving161
If Your Vehicle Overheats162
If You Have a Flat Tire163
Required Tools and Spare Tire164
Removing Wheel Ornament165
Loosening Wheel Nuts166
Positioning the Jack166
Changing Wheels167
Reinstalling Wheel Nuts168
Reinstalling Wheel Ornament169
After Changing Wheels169
If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed170
Towing Precautions171
Emergency Towing172
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
Maintenance Requirements182
General Maintenance183
Outside the Vehicle183
Inside the Vehicle184
In the Engine Compartment185
Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing185
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance188
Engine Compartment Overview189
Do- It- Yourself Service Precautions191
Parts and Tools193
Engine and Chassis194
Checking the Engine Coolant Level196
Checking Brake Fluid196
Checking Power Steering Fluid197
Checking Tire Pressure198
Checking and Replacing Tires199
Rotating Tires200
Chain Installation202
Replacing Wheels202
Wheel Selection202
Aluminum Wheel Precautions203
Electrical Components204
Battery Precautions204
Emergency Measures204
Checking Battery Fluid205
Battery Recharging Precautions206
Checking and Replacing Fuses206
Adding Washer Fluid207
Replacing Light Bulbs208
Specifications216
Dimensions and Weight217
Service Specifications218
Engine Lubrication218
Rear Differential220
Reporting Safety Defects for U.s. Owners and Uniform Tire Quality Grading226
Uniform Tire Quality Grading227

Brand	Toyota
Model	RAV4
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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