2008 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual

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’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) SECTION 1− 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Steering switches overview Overhead console overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Instrument panel overview "View A 1. Side defroster outlets 2. Side vents 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Auxiliary box 6. Power door lock switches 7. Power window switches 8. Glove box 9. Automatic transmission selector lever 10. Rear console box 11. A/V input adapter 12. Power outlet (115 VAC) 13. Power outlet (12 VDC) 14. AUX adapter 15. Power rear view mirror control switches 16. Parking brake lever 17. Cup holders 18. Hood lock release lever 19. Window lock switch 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) "View B (with manual air conditioning system) 1. Instrument panel light control dial 2. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Four−wheel drive lock switch (four−wheel drive models) or “AUTO LSD” switch (two−wheel drive models) 5. Audio system 6. Emergency flasher switch 7. Front passenger occupant classification indicator light 8. Air conditioning controls 9. Clock display 10. Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch 11. Power outlet 12. Windshield wiper de−icer switch 13. Seat heater switch 14. Downhill assist control switch 15. Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 16. Engine immobilizer system indicator light 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) 17. Engine switch 18. Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) "View B (with automatic air conditioning system) 1. Instrument panel light control dial 2. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Four−wheel drive lock switch (four−wheel drive models) or “AUTO LSD” switch (two−wheel drive models) 5. Audio system 6. Emergency flasher switch 7. Front passenger occupant classification indicator light 8. Air conditioning controls 9. Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch 10. Clock and air conditioning display 11. Power outlet 12. Windshield wiper de−icer switch 13. Seat heater switch 14. Downhill assist control switch 15. Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 16. Engine immobilizer system indicator light 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) 17. Engine switch 18. Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever 19. Power outlet main switch 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Steering switches overview Overhead console overview 1. Front personal lights 2. Microphone 3. Auxiliary box 4. Electric moon roof switch 1. Audio remote control switches 2. Telephone switch 3. Speech command switch 4. Cruise control switch Without electric moon roof With electric moon roof 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Instrument cluster overview 1. Tachometer 2. Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 3. Speedometer 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 5. Fuel gauge 6. Odometer, two trip meters and outside temperature display 7. Trip meter reset knob 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel or Brake system warning light∗1 Driver’s seat belt reminder light∗1 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light∗1 Charging system warning light∗1 Low engine oil pressure warning light∗1 or Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Low fuel level warning light∗1 or Anti−lock brake system warning light∗1 Open door warning light∗1 SRS warning light∗1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 Enhanced vehicle stability control system/traction control system warning light∗1 Tire pressure warning light∗1 “4WD” warning light∗1 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Electric power steering system warning light∗1 Low windshield washer fluid level warning light∗1 Engine oil replacement reminder light∗1 Automatic transmission indicator lights (4−speed) Automatic transmission indicator lights (5−speed) Four−wheel drive lock indicator light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights Slip indicator light Headlight indicator light “AUTO LSD” indicator light Tail light indicator light Downhill assist control system indicator light Headlight high beam indicator light Cruise control indicator light∗2 Turn signal indicator lights Front fog light indicator light ∗1: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning ∗2: buzzers” on page 129 in Section 1−6. If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” on page 168 in Section 1−7. 10 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) SECTION 1− 2 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys Engine immobilizer system Wireless remote control Side doors Power windows Back door Hood Fuel tank cap Electric moon roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 15 16 22 24 26 27 28 30 11 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Keys (without engine immobilizer system) Keys (with engine immobilizer system) Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of keys. 1. Master keys—These keys work in ev- ery lock. 2. Sub key—This key will not work in the glove box. To protect items locked in the glove box when using valet parking, leave the sub key with the attendant. Since the side doors can be locked with- out a key, you should always carry a spare key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle. KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is shown on the plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend writing down the key num- ber and storing it in a safe place. 12 Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of keys. 1. Master keys—These keys work in ev- ery lock. Your Toyota dealer will need one of them to make a new key with a built−in transponder chip. 2. Sub key—This key will not work in the glove box. A transponder chip for engine immobilizer system has been placed in the head of the master and sub keys. These chips are needed to enable the system to function correctly, so be careful not to lose these keys. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) To protect items locked in the glove box when using valet parking, leave the sub key with the attendant. Since the side doors can be locked with- out a key, you should always carry a spare key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle. NOTICE the When using a key containing a trans- ponder chip, observe following precautions: z When starting the engine, do not use the key with a key ring resting on the key grip and do not press the key ring against the key grip. Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts. z When starting the engine, do not use the key with other transponder keys around (including keys of oth- er vehicles) and do not press other key plates against the key grip. Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts. If this happens, remove the key once and then insert it again after remov- ing other transponder keys (includ- ing keys of other vehicles) from the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start the engine. 13 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet- ic waves. z Do not knock the key hard against other objects. z Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under direct sunlight. z Do not put the key in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer. z Do not bend the key grip. z Do not use the key with electromag- netic materials. 14 KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is shown on the plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend writing down the key num- ber and storing it in a safe place. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Engine immobilizer system in immobilizer system The engine is a theft prevention system. When you in- sert the key in the engine switch, the transponder chip the key’s head transmits an electronic code to the ve- hicle. The engine will start only when the electronic code in the chip corre- sponds to the registered ID code for the vehicle. Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. indicator light will start The system is automatically set when the key is removed from the engine switch. The flashing to show the system is set. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer. D The indicator light stays on. D The indicator light does not start flash- ing when the key is removed from the engine switch. D The indicator light flashes inconsistent- ly. Inserting the registered key in the engine switch automatically cancels the system, which enables the engine to start. The indicator light will go off. The system is maintenance−free. For your Toyota dealer to make you a new key with built−in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number and master key. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Toyota dealer can make for you. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the sys- tem or start the engine. NOTICE remove or disas- Do not modify, semble the engine immobilizer sys- tem. If any unauthorized changes or modifications are made, proper opera- tion of the system cannot be guaran- teed. 15 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) For vehicles sold in U.S.A. For vehicles sold in Canada Wireless remote control— This device complies with RSS−210 of industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. interference, including FCC ID: MOZRI−20BTY This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ- ing interference that may cause unde- sired operation. CAUTION Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment. 16 1. Indicator light 2. Lock switch 3. Alarm switch 4. Unlock switch The wireless remote control system is designed to lock or unlock all the side doors and back door or activate the alarm within approximately 1 m (3 ft.) of the vehicle. When you operate any switch, push it slowly and securely. At this time, the indi- cator light flashes once. The wireless remote control key is an electronic component. Observe the follow- ing instructions in order not to cause dam- age to the key. distance from 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) D Do not leave the key in places where the temperature becomes high such as on the dashboard. D Do not disassemble it. D Avoid knocking it hard against other objects or dropping it. D Avoid putting it in water. You can use up to 3 wireless remote con- trol keys for the same vehicle. Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information. If the wireless remote control key does not actuate the side doors and back door or alarm, or operate from a normal dis- tance or is dimmed or does not come on: D Check for closeness to a radio trans- mitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the key. indicator on the key the D The battery may have been consumed. Check the battery in the key. To re- place the battery, see “—Replacing bat- tery” on page 20. If you lose your wireless remote control key, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible the possibility of theft, or an accident. (See “If you lose your keys” on page 379 in Section 4.) to avoid ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) For vehicles sold in U.S.A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ- ing interference that may cause unde- sired operation. interference NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec- tion against harmful in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc- tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer- ence television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is en- couraged to try to correct the interfer- ence by one or more of the following measures: to radio or 17 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) —Locking and unlocking doors D Reorient or relocate the receiving an- tenna. D Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. D Connect the equipment into an outlet to on a circuit different which the receiver is connected. from that D Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment. For vehicles sold in Canada Locking operation NOTE Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. interference, including lights this the To lock and unlock all the doors, push the switches of the key slowly and se- curely. At this time, the indicator light on the key grip flashes once. To lock: Push the lock switch. All the side doors and back door are locked simulta- time one beep will be neously. At heard, and turn signal flash once. Check to see that all the side doors and back door are securely locked. The beep and flashing turn signal lights can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. If any of the side doors or the back door is not securely closed, locking cannot be performed by the lock switch and a beep will sound continuously for 10 seconds. However, in the engine switch, a beep will not sound. To stop the beep, close all the side doors and back door securely or push the un- lock switch. The beep can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. the key is if 18 Unlocking operation 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) remote control, To unlock: Push the unlock switch once to unlock the driver’s door alone. Pushing the switch twice within 3 seconds unlocks all the side doors and back door simulta- neously. Each time the unlock switch is pushed, two beeps will be heard, and the turn signal lights flash twice. This double switch operation to unlock all the side doors and back door can be changed to a single switch operation. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. When you unlock all the doors using the wireless illuminated entry function will be activated. (For fur- ther “Illuminated entry system” on page 119 in Section 1−5.) You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless remote unlock feature. If a door is not opened by then, all the side doors and back door will be automati- cally locked again. The time before automatic door lock func- tion can be changed. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. If is kept pressed in, the locking or unlocking opera- tion is not repeated. Release the switch and then push again. lock or unlock switch information, see the the ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) —Activating alarm This alarm function can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. intermittently and the alarm switch blows flashes the Pushing the horn headlights, tail lights and turn signal lights and turns on the interior and per- sonal lights. The alarm switch is used to deter vehicle theft when you witness anyone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle. The alarm will last for one minute. To stop alarm midway, push any of the switch on the key. You can also stop the alarm by turning the engine switch from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position. The alarm function does not work when the engine switch is in the “ON” position. 19 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) —Replacing battery For replacement, use a CR2016 lithium battery or equivalent. CAUTION Special care should be taken to pre- vent small children from swallowing the removed battery or components. NOTICE z When replacing the battery, be care- ful not to lose the components. z Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Toyota dealer. z Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws. Replace procedures: the battery by following these 20 1. Open the cover using a flathead screw- 2. Remove the module from the key driver wrapped with plastic tape. frame. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) NOTICE z Do not bend the terminals. z Make sure the positive side and the battery are negative side of faced correctly. 3. Open and remove cover using a coin. the battery case 4. Take out the discharged battery and put in a new battery with the positive (+) side up. 5. Install the battery case cover and then install the module into the key frame. Close the cover. 6. When pushing either switch on the wireless key, make sure the indicator light comes on. z Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may cause unexpected rust. z Do not touch or move any compo- nents inside the transmitter, or it may interfere with proper operation. z Be careful not to bend the electrode when inserting the battery and that dust or oils do not adhere to the battery case. z Close the battery case securely. After replacing the battery, check that the key operates properly. If the key still does not operate properly, contact your Toyota dealer. 21 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Side doors LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB Move the lock knob. To lock: Push the knob forward. To unlock: Pull the knob backward. The front doors can be opened by pulling the inside handle even if the lock knobs are in the locked position. LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it. To lock: Turn the key forward. To unlock: Turn the key backward. All the side doors and back door lock and unlock simultaneously with driver’s door. In the driver’s door lock, turning the key once will unlock the driver’s door and twice in succession will unlock all the side doors and back door simultaneously. When the driver’s door is unlocked using the key, the illuminated entry system will be activated. (For further information, see “Illuminated entry system” on page 119 in Section 1−5.) 22 CAUTION Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving. The doors will open and an accident may occur. Toyota strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle. Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the ve- hicle. Doors cannot be locked if you leave the key in the engine switch. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) lock: Push the switch down on the LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To right side. To unlock: Push the switch down on the left side. Operating the switch simultaneously locks or unlocks all the side doors and back door. If you do either of the following, no door can be unlocked with the power door lock switch. D Lock all the doors with the key or wire- less remote control when all the doors are closed. D Open the driver’s door and move the inside lock knobs to the lock position, then close the door. Driver’s side The power door lock switch can be reset in the following ways. D Turn the engine switch the “ON” to to the lock lever the “LOCK” REAR DOOR CHILD−PROTECTORS Move position as shown on the label. When the child−protector is locked, you cannot open the rear door by the inside door handle. We recommend using this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle. Front passenger’s side position. D Unlock all the doors with the key or wireless remote control. D Unlock the driver’s door with the inside lock knob, and the doors with the power door lock switch. then unlock all 23 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Power windows CAUTION Before driving, be sure that the doors are closed and locked, especially when small children are in the ve- hicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the ve- hicle in an accident. It also helps pre- vent the doors from being opened unintentionally. 24 The windows can be operated with the switch on each door. The passengers’ windows can also be controlled by the switches on the driver’s door. The power windows work when the engine switch is in the “ON” position. Key off operation: If the either front door is closed, they work for 45 seconds even after the engine switch is turned off. They stop working when the either front door is opened. OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW Use the switch on the driver’s door. Normal operation: The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Lightly push down the switch. To close: Lightly pull up the switch. Automatic operation: Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up, and then release it. The window will fully open or close. To stop the window part- way, lightly move the switch in the oppo- site direction and then release it. Jam protection function: During automat- ic closing operation, the window stops and opens half way if something gets caught between the window and window frame. If the window receives a strong impact, this function may work even if nothing is caught. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) the If the power window does not operate automatically or jam protection function does not operate correctly, you should normalize the power window. To normalize the power window: 1. Push down the power window switch and lower the windows fully. 2. Pull up the switch until the windows close and hold the switch for a second. Make sure the window open and close automatically. If the power windows cannot be operated properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. that CAUTION D Never try jamming any part of your body to activate the jam protection function intentionally, as it could re- sult in a death or serious injury. D The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before fully closed. the window is ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Window lock switch THE PASSENGERS’ OPERATING WINDOWS Use the switch on each passenger’s door or the switches on the driver’s door that control each passenger’s win- dow. The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch. If you push in the window lock switch on the driver’s door, the passengers’ windows cannot be operated. 25 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) CAUTION To avoid death or serious personal injury, you must do the following. D Before you close the power win- dows, always make sure there is nobody around the power windows. You must also make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely If someone’s neck, head or hands get caught it could result in death or serious in- jury. When anyone closes the power windows, make sure he or she op- erates the windows safely. in a closing window, the vehicle. inside D When small children are in the ve- hicle, never let them use the power window switches without supervi- sion. Use the window lock switch to prevent from making unex- pected use of the switches. them D Be sure to remove the key when you leave your vehicle. 26 ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Back door the key still D Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, especially with in- serted. Otherwise, he/she could use the power window switches and get trapped in a window. Unattended person (particularly a small child) can be involved in a serious acci- dent. To open the back door, pull the handle. All the side doors and back door lock and unlock simultaneously with the driver’s door. Operating the power door lock switch or wireless remote control key simultaneously locks or unlocks (See “—Locking and unlocking doors” on page 18 and “Side doors” on page 22 in this Section.) When closing the back door, make sure it is fully closed. See “—Stowage precautions” on page 336 in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage. the back door. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Hood CAUTION D Keep the back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. D If the open back door hides the stop, tail or rear turn signal lights while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the pres- ence of your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device. To open the hood: 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood will spring up slightly. CAUTION Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and securely locked. Other- wise, the hood may open unexpected- ly while driving and an accident may occur. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the the lever and lift auxiliary catch hood. 27 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Fuel tank cap CAUTION After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body. NOTICE Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Clos- ing the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend. 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the support rod into the slot. This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle. To insert the support rod into the slot, move it straight up. If it is moved to the side or toward the inside of the vehicle, it may become detached. Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. and return its clip—this prevents rattles. Then lower the hood and make sure it locks into place. If necessary, press down gently on the front edge to lock it. the support rod to 28 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) 1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever up. When refueling, turn off the engine. CAUTION D Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- flames when refueling. low open The fumes are flammable. 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap counterclockwise. Pause slightly before removing it. It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened. D When opening the cap, do not re- move the cap quickly. In hot weath- er, fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck is suddenly re- moved. the cap if 3. The removed cap can be hanged on the cap hanger. When installing the cap, turn it clock- wise until one click is heard, in order to fully close it. The cap returns slight- ly when your hand is released from the cap after closure, however this does not cause any problems. If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction lamp comes on. Make sure the cap is tightened securely. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. indicator 29 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Electric moon roof CAUTION D Make sure the cap is tightened se- in curely to prevent fuel spillage the event of an accident. D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure. NOTICE To prevent damage to the cap, apply force only in the turning direction to the cap. Do not pull or pry it. Sliding operation 30 Tilting operation the the moon roof, use To operate switch on the overhead console. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position. The sun shade can be opened or closed by hand. Automatic sliding operation— To open: Push the switch on the “SLIDE OPEN” side. The roof will open and stop partway 50 mm (2.0 in.) from the fully opened posi- tion. When you push the “SLIDE OPEN” side again, the moon roof will open fully. To stop the roof partway, push the switch on either the “SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” side briefly. As driving with the moon roof opened fully will cause wind throbs, we recommend you to drive with the moon roof partway 50 mm (2.0 in.) from the fully opened position. The sun shade will be opened together with the roof. To close: Push the switch on the “TILT UP” side. The roof will fully close automatically. To stop the roof partway, push the switch on either the “SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” side briefly. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) the switch on Manual sliding operation— To open the moon roof slightly, quickly release push and the “SLIDE OPEN” side. To close the moon roof slightly, quickly push and release the switch on the “TILT UP” side. Automatic tilting operation— To tilt up: Push the switch on the “TILT UP” side. To tilt down: Push “SLIDE OPEN” side. The roof will fully tilt up or down automati- cally. To stop the roof partway, push the switch on either the “SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” side briefly. Manual tilting operation— To tilt up the moon roof slightly, quickly push and release the switch on the “TILT UP” side. To tilt down the moon roof slightly, quickly push and release the “SLIDE OPEN” side. the switch on the switch on the ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Key off operation: The moon roof works for 45 seconds even after the engine switch is turned off. It stops working when either front door is opened. Jam protection function: If something gets caught between the moon roof and frame during closing operation, the moon roof stops and opens half way. If the moon roof receives a strong impact, this function may work even if nothing is caught. If the moon roof does not operate auto- matically or the jam protection function does not operate correctly, you should normalize the moon roof. To normalize the moon roof, push and hold the moon roof switch on the “TILT UP” side until the roof fully tilts up. Then release the switch on the “TILT UP” side until the moon roof tilts up, tilts down, slides open and then closes automatically. Make sure that the moon roof opens and closes automatically. If the moon roof can- not be operated properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. the switch. Push and hold CAUTION To avoid death or serious personal injury, you must do the following: D While the vehicle is moving, always keep the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants away from the roof opening. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury if the vehicle stops suddenly or in- volved in an accident. if the vehicle is D Before you close the moon roof, always make sure there is nobody around the moon roof. You must also make sure nobody places his or her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening. If someone’s neck, head or hands get caught in the closing roof, it could result injury. When anyone closes the moon roof, first make sure it is safe to do so. in death or serious 31 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) D Be sure to remove the key when you leave your vehicle. the key still D Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, especially with in- serted. Otherwise, he/she could use the moon roof switch and get trapped in the roof opening. Unat- tended person (particularly a small child) can be involved in a serious accident. D Never sit on top of the vehicle around the roof opening. D Never try jamming any part of your body to activate the jam protection function intentionally, as it could re- sult in a death or serious injury. D The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the moon roof is fully closed. 32 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) SECTION 1− 3 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats Front seats Flattening front seatbacks Rear seats Armrest Head restraints Seat heaters Seat belts SRS airbags Child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 34 38 41 51 51 52 53 65 85 33 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Seats While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- hicle occupants should have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- erly wear the seat belts provided. CAUTION D Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are properly seated. Do not allow any passengers to sit on top of a folded−down seatback, or in the luggage compartment or car- go area. Persons not properly seated and/or not properly re- strained by seat belts can be killed or severely injured in the event of emergency braking or a collision. D During driving, do not allow any passengers to stand up or move around between seats. Otherwise, death or severe injuries can occur in the event of emergency braking or a collision. Front seats— —Front seat precautions Driver seat CAUTION The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) advises: Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 50—75 mm (2—3 in.) of inflation, placing yourself 250 mm (10 in.) from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 250 mm in.) away now, you can change your driving position in sever- al ways: D Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably. (10 34 D Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 250 mm (10 in.) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, sim- ply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm, non−slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature. D If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the air- bag toward your chest instead of your head and neck. The seat should be adjusted as rec- ommended by NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument panel controls. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Front passenger seat Front seats (with SRS side airbags) CAUTION CAUTION The SRS front passenger airbag also deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or serious injury es- pecially if the front passenger is very close to the airbag. The front passen- ger seat should be as far from the airbag as possible with the seatback adjusted, so the front passenger sits upright. The SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front passenger seats. Observe the following precautions. D Do not lean against the front door when the vehicle is in use, since the side airbag inflates with consid- erable speed and force. Otherwise, you may be killed or seriously in- jured. D Do not use seat accessories which cover the area where the side air- bags inflate. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from acti- vating correctly, causing death or serious injury. D Do not modify or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats with side airbags. Such change may prevent the side airbag system from activat- ing correctly, disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate ac- cidentally, resulting in death or seri- ous injury. —Seat adjustment precautions CAUTION D Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. D Be careful that the seat does not hit a passenger or luggage. D After adjusting the seat position, try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in posi- tion. D After adjusting the seatback, push your body back against the seat to make sure the seat in position. locked is D Do not put objects under the seats. Otherwise, the objects may interfere with the seat−lock mechanism or unexpectedly push up the seat posi- tion adjusting lever and the seat may suddenly move, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. D While adjusting the seat, do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts. Otherwise, your hands or fingers may be caught and injured. 35 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) —Adjusting front seats (manual seat) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. 2. SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER Pull up or push down the lever. 3. SEATBACK ADJUSTING ANGLE LEVER lever up. lean back to the desired angle Lean forward and pull the Then and release the lever. Driver’s seat Passenger’s seat 36 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) CAUTION reclining Avoid the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts pro- vide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply re- straint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoul- der belt. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the seat is re- clined, the greater the risk of death or serious injury. ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) —Adjusting front seats (power seat) 1. SEAT POSITION, SEAT CUSHION HEIGHT SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTING SWITCH AND Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat at that position. Do not place anything under front seats, as this might interfere with the seat movement. 2. SEATBACK ADJUSTING ANGLE the SWITCH Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat- back at that position. 37 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) Flattening front seatbacks (manual seat) CAUTION reclining Avoid the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts pro- vide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply re- straint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoul- der belt. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the seat is re- clined, the greater the risk of death or serious injury. 3. SEAT LUMBAR ADJUSTING SWITCH SUPPORT Push the control switch on either side. The amount of lumbar support will change while the switch is pushed. 38 1. Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the rear/second seats fully backward and pull it for- ward slightly until it locks. 2. Remove the front head restraint. Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the front seat fur- forward ther front−most lock position. than the 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) —Flattening front seatbacks (power seat) CAUTION D Do not allow passengers to ride on the flattened seat while driving; use the seat in the normal position. D After returning the seat to its origi- nal position, try pushing the seat and seatback forward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place. Be certain to replace head restraint. 1. Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the rear/second seats fully backward and pull it for- ward slightly until it locks. 39 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) 3. Pull the seatback angle adjusting le- ver up to unlock and push down the seatback. When returning the seatback to the up- right position, be careful not to make yourself hit by the seatback which will bound with considerable spring force. After returning the seat to its original position, be certain to replace the head restraint. ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) CAUTION D After putting back D Do not allow passengers to ride on the flattened seat while driving; use the seat in the normal position. the seat, try pushing the seat and seatback for- ward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place. Be certain to replace the head restraint. 3. Move the seatback angle adjusting switch backward to flatten the seat- back. After returning the seat to its original position, be certain to replace the head restraint. 2. Remove the front head restraint. Push the seat position adjusting switch forward to slide the seat to the front−most position. 40 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) Rear seats— —Rear seat precautions CAUTION D Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. D Be careful that the seat does not hit a passenger or luggage. D Adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align all seat- backs at the same angle when a person sits in the rear center posi- tion. Otherwise, the person cannot wear the seat belt properly and this may cause death or serious injuries in a collision. D After adjusting the seat position, try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in posi- tion. D After adjusting the seatback, push back your body to make sure the seat is locked in position. ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) —Adjusting rear/second seats the seat in order D When returning seats to their origi- nal position, observe the following precautions to prevent death or serious injury in a colli- sion or sudden stop: Make sure is securely locked by pushing forward and rear- ward on the top of the seatback. Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly. Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat and are arranged in their proper position and are ready to use. Folding down the seats will enlarge the luggage compartment. See “—Stowage precautions” on page 336 in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage. Without third seat 41 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVERS Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. When a person sits in the rear center position, adjust both seat cushions to the same position. 2. SEATBACK ADJUSTING ANGLE LEVERS Pull down the lever. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever. When a person sits in the rear center position, align all seatbacks at the same angle. With third seat 42 CAUTION D Adjustments should not be made while the vehicle is moving. D Adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align all seat- backs at the same angle when a person sits in the rear center posi- tion. Otherwise, the person cannot wear the seat belt properly and this may cause death or serious injuries in a collision. D Avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the passengers are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt. In the event of a frontal colli- sion, the more the seat is reclined, the greater the risk of death or ser- ious injury. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) —Moving second seat for third seat entry —Fold−down rear/second seats D After adjusting the seatback, push back your body to make sure it is locked in position. D After adjusting the seat position, try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in posi- tion. For easy access to the third seat from right side, do this. Pull down the lever and fold the seat- back. The seat will slide forward. After passengers are in, lift up the seat- back and return the seat to the original position. CAUTION After putting back the seat, try push- ing the seat forward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place. BEFORE REAR/SECOND SEATS 1. If the center seat belt is connected, FOLDING DOWN release it to prevent damage. Insert the key into the hole on the buckle to release the tab, and allow the belt to retract. 43 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) 2. Insert the tabs of the center seat belt into the cover. Make sure the tabs are securely locked in the cov- er. NOTICE The seat belt tabs must be stowed before you fold the seatback. 3. Make sure the outer seat belt passes through the hanger when folding the rear/second seat. This prevents the shoulder belt from being damaged. CAUTION The seat belt must be removed from the hanger when the seat belt is in use. 44 the 4. Stow rear/second seat belt buckles as shown in the illustration. This prevents the buckles from falling out when you fold down the rear/second seat. CAUTION Before using the seat belt, pull out the buckle and make sure the belt is not twisted. NOTICE The seat belt buckles must be stowed before you fold the seatback. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) FOLDING DOWN REAR/SECOND SEATS 1. Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the rear seat fully backward and pull it forward slightly until it locks. 2. Lower the head restraint to the low- est position. 3. Raise the armrest until it locks. 45 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) ’08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802) luggage compartment. Open Without third seats— The rear seat can be folded down for the the back door and pull the lock release le- ver to fold down the rear seat. Before folding down the rear seat, slide the rear seat fully backward and pull it forward slightly until it locks. Then raise the armrest until it locks. Folding down the seats will enlarge the luggage compartment. See “—Stowage precautions” on page 336 in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage. 2008 RAV4 from Feb. ’08 Prod. (OM42726U) 4. Pull down the seatback angle adjust- lever and fold down the seat- ing back.

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