Toyota RAV4: Symbols used throughout this manual
Cautions & Notices
CAUTION
This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if
the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do
in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
NOTICE
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or
its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must
or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota
and its equipment.
Symbols used in illustrations
Safety symbol
The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing,
turning,
etc.) used to operate switches and other
devices.
Indicates the outcome of an
operation
(e.g. a lid opens).
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
See also:
Wiper and washer
In freezing weather, do not use the
windshield washer until the windshield
is sufficiently warmed by the
defroster.
Otherwise the washer fluid can
freeze on the windshield, blocking
your view.
- Do not operate the washer continu ...
Replacement of brake pad and lining
The front disc brake and the rear disc
brake have audible wear indicators on the
brake pads. If the brake pads wear close
to their service limit, the wear indicator
makes a very audible scraping noise
when the brake pedal is applied.
If ...