Toyota RAV4
Toyota RAV4 Owner's Manual
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For your information
Symbols used throughout this manual
Abbreviation list
2WD - 2 Wheel Drive
4WD - 4 Wheel Drive
A/C - Air Conditioning
ABS - Anti-lock Brake System
ACC - Accessory
ALR - Automatic Locking Retractor
AUTO LSD - Automatic Limited Slip Differential
AVG - Average
CRS - Child Restraint System
DAC - Downhill Assist Control
DISP - Display
ECU - Electronic Control Unit
EDR - Event Data Recorder
ELR - Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS - Electric Power Steering
GAWR - Gross Axle Weight Rating
GCWR - Gross Combination Weight Rating
GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/M - Emission Inspection and Maintenance
LATCH - Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED - Light Emitting Diode
MMT - Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M+S - Mud and Snow
MTBE - Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBD - On Board Diagnostics
RFT - Run-Flat Tire
SRS - Supplemental Restraint System
TIN - Tire Identification Number
TPMS - Tire Pressure Warning System
TRAC - Traction Control
TWR - Trailer Weight Rating
VIN - Vehicle Identification Number
VSC - Vehicle Stability Control
Before driving
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.
Key information
Opening, closing and locking the doors
Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Refueling
Theft deterrent system
Safety information
When driving
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information
Driving procedures
Parking brake
Instrument cluster
Operating the lights and wipers
Using other driving systems
Driving information
Interior features
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Using the audio system
Using the interior lights
Using the storage features
Other interior features
Maintenanceand care
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-ityourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
Maintenance & care
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance
When trouble arises
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident.
Essential information
Vehicle specifications
Detailed vehicle information.
Specifications
Customization
Initialization
For owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
What to do if...
■Warning lights
Brake system warning
light
Charging system warning
light
Low engine oil pressure
warning light
Malfunction indicator
lamp
SRS warning light
Open door warning light
Electric power steering system
warning light
Active Torque Control 4WD
system
warning light
Low fuel level warning
light
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Maintenance required
reminder light
Low washer fluid warning
light
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature
warning light
“ABS” warning light
Cruise control indicator
light*
Tire pressure warning
light
Smart key system warning
light
Slip indicator light
*: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Gas satation information
Gas satation information
| Fuel tank capacity (Reference) | 15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp. gal.) |
| Fuel type | Unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher |
| Cold tire inflation pressure | |
| Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill - reference) | |
| Engine oil type | Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 (2.5 L 4-cylinder
|
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See also:
Safe driving techniques
Driving safety and protection against injury cannot be fully ensured. However,
we recommend that you pay extra attention to the following:
Seat belts
Before starting the vehicle, make sure that you and your passengers have fastened
your seat be ...
Window washer fluid
Type A
Type B
Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically.
Add window washer fluid when the low
window washer fluid warning light illuminates (if
so equipped).
To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the
cap and pour the ...
