Toyota RAV4: Parking brake

Toyota RAV4 / Toyota RAV4 3rd Gen Owner's Manual / When driving / Parking brake

1 Sets the parking brake

1 Sets the parking brake
Fully apply the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal.

2 Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button.

■Usage in winter time

See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time.

NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.

Horn

To sound the horn, press on or

To sound the horn, press on or close to the ■After adjusting the steering wheel mark.

■After adjusting the steering wheel

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.

Driving procedures
Instrument cluster

See also:


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