2009 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual

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15 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 16 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM Pictorial index Instrument panel Seat heater switch ∗ P. 318 Windshield wiper de-icer switch ∗ P. 235 Enhanced VSC OFF switch P. 183 Power outlet P. 315 Cup holders P. 308 16 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 17 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM Pictorial index Luggage compartment Cargo net ∗ P. 326 Luggage cover ∗ P. 325 Second seatback release lever ∗ P. 57 Grocery bag hooks P. 323 Storage boxes ∗ P. 323 Cargo hooks P. 323 Power outlet P. 315 ∗: If equipped 17 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 2 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS Index 1 Before driving 1-1. Key information Keys ..................................... 24 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Smart key system................. 26 Wireless remote control ....... 38 Side doors ............................ 42 Back door ............................. 46 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seats ........................... 49 Rear seats............................ 54 Head restraints..................... 65 Seat belts ............................. 68 Steering wheel ..................... 77 Anti-glare inside rear view mirror.................................. 78 Outside rear view mirrors ..... 80 1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof Power windows .................... 82 Moon roof ............................. 85 1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .... 88 1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ................................ 92 Theft prevention labels ......... 94 1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 95 SRS airbags ......................... 97 Front passenger occupant classification system......... 110 Child restraint systems ....... 116 Installing child restraints ..... 120 2 When driving 2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 134 Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart key system)............................. 143 Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart key system) ...................... 147 Automatic transmission ...... 150 Turn signal lever ................. 153 Parking brake ..................... 154 Horn.................................... 155 2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 156 Indicators and warning lights ................................. 159 Trip information display ...... 162 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 3 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch.................. 165 Fog light switch ................... 168 Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 169 Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 171 2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control...................... 172 Rear view monitor system .............................. 175 Driving assist systems ........ 180 Hill-start assist control......... 187 Downhill assist control system .............................. 189 Four-wheel drive lock switch................................ 192 2-5. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions ... 193 Cargo and luggage ............. 198 Vehicle load limits................. 204 Winter driving tips ............... 206 Trailer towing ...................... 210 Dinghy towing ..................... 218 3 Interior features 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Manual air conditioning system.............................. 220 Automatic air conditioning system.............................. 225 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ......................... 233 Windshield wiper de-icer .... 235 3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 236 Using the radio ................... 239 Using the CD player ........... 245 Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 252 Optimal use of the audio system.............................. 259 Using the AUX adapter....... 262 Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 263 3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) features ............................ 266 Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ........... 270 Making a phone call ........... 278 Setting a cellular phone...... 284 Security and system setup ................................ 289 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 4 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS Index Using the phone book ........ 292 3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 300 • Personal/interior light main switch ...................... 301 • Personal/interior lights...... 301 • Interior light ...................... 302 • Luggage compartment light .................................. 302 3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 304 • Glove box......................... 305 • Console box ..................... 306 • Overhead console............ 307 • Cup holders...................... 308 • Bottle holders ................... 309 • Auxiliary box..................... 311 3-6. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 312 Vanity mirrors ..................... 313 Clock .................................. 314 Power outlets ..................... 315 Seat heaters....................... 318 Armrest............................... 320 Coat hooks ......................... 321 Floor mat ............................ 322 Luggage compartment features ............................ 323 4 Maintenance and care 4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 332 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 335 4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 338 General maintenance ......... 340 Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs .......................... 343 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions....................... 344 Hood ................................... 348 Positioning a floor jack........ 350 Engine compartment .......... 352 Tires.................................... 368 Tire inflation pressure........... 375 Wheels................................ 380 Air conditioning filter ........... 382 Key battery ......................... 384 Checking and replacing fuses................................. 388 Light bulbs .......................... 400 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 5 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 5 When trouble arises 6 Vehicle specifications 5-1. Essential information 6-1. Specifications Emergency flashers ............ 410 If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 411 If you think something is wrong ............................ 418 Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 419 Event data recorder ............ 420 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds... .......................... 422 If you have a flat tire (vehicles with standard tires).................................. 434 If you have a flat tire (vehicles with run-flat tires).................................. 450 If the engine will not start .... 451 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 453 If you lose your keys ........... 454 If the electronic key does not operate properly (vehicles with smart key system) ............................. 455 If the battery is discharged ........................ 457 If your vehicle overheats..... 460 If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 463 Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 466 Fuel information.................. 477 Tire information .................. 480 6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 491 6-3. Initialization Items to initialize................. 494 7 For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 496 Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)........................ 497 Index Abbreviation list........................ 500 Alphabetical index .................... 502 What to do if... .......................... 513 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 24 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-1. Key information Keys The following keys are provided with the vehicle. Vehicles without smart key system Master keys Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 38) Valet key Key number plate Vehicles with smart key system Electronic keys • Operating system (→P. 26) the smart key • Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 38) Mechanical keys Key number plate Using the mechanical key (vehicles with smart key system) Take out the mechanical key. After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key battery is depleted or the entry function does not operate properly, you will need the mechanical key. (→P. 455) 24 RAV4_U 1 Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 25 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-1. Key information n When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. (→P. 305) Vehicles without smart key system: Carry the master key for your own use and leave the valet key only with the attendant. Vehicles with smart key system: Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the electronic key only. n Key number plate Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that a key is lost, a new key can be made by your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (→P. 454) n When riding in an aircraft When bringing a key with wireless remote control function onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any buttons on the key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying the key in your bag etc, ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the key to emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft. NOTICE n To prevent key damage l Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high tempera- tures by placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet. l Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any mate- rial that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface. l Do not disassemble the key. 25 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 26 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Smart key system∗ The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket. (The driver should always carry the electronic key.) Locks and unlocks the doors (→P. 27) Locks and unlocks the back door (→P. 27) Starts the engine (→P. 143) ∗: If equipped 26 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 27 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Unlocking and locking the doors and back door (front and back door handles only) Grip the handle to unlock the doors. Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle. The doors cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the doors are locked. Press the lock button to lock the doors. 27 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 28 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Antenna location and effective range n Antenna location Antennas outside the cabin Antennas inside the cabin Antenna outside the luggage compartment 28 RAV4_U 1 Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 29 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected) When locking or unlocking the doors The system can be operated when the electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of either of the outside front door handles and back door. When starting the engine “ENGINE or changing START STOP” switch modes The system can be operated when the electronic key is inside the vehicle. 29 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 30 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Operation signals A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice) n Conditions affecting operation The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from operating properly. (Ways of coping: →P. 455) l When the electronic key battery is depleted l Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis- play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri- cal noise l When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless communication devices l When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic object l When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity l When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio waves • Another vehicle’s electronic key • A wireless key that emits radio waves • Personal computer If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects is attached to the rear window n Switching the door unlock function It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks. STEP 1 Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF. STEP 2 When the indicator on the key surface is turned off, push and hold or for approximately 5 seconds while pushing on the key. 30 RAV4_U 1 Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 31 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below. (When changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at least 5 seconds, and repeat step 2.) Mode Unlocking doors Beep Driver’s door unlocking mode All doors unlocking mode Hold the driver's door han- dle to unlock only the driver's door. Hold the front passenger’s door handle to unlock all doors Hold either front and back door handle to unlock all doors Exterior: Beeps three times Interior: Pings once Exterior: Beeps twice Interior: Pings once n Battery-saving function In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to pre- vent the vehicle and electronic key batteries from discharging. l When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more l When the electronic key has been left within approximately 3 ft. (1 m) of the vehicle for 10 minutes or more The system will resume operation when... l The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock button. l The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control func- tion. (→P. 38) l The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. (→P. 455) 31 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 32 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Electronic key battery depletion l The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted even if the electronic key is not used.) If the smart key system or the wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (→P. 384) l To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft. (1 m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field: • TVs • Personal computers • Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones • Table lamps n To operate the system properly Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the outside of the vehicle. Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention may not func- tion.) n Note for the entry function l Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the system may not operate properly in the following cases. • The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked. • The electronic key is on the instrument panel, luggage cover or floor, in the glove box when the engine is started or “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes are changed. l As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be locked or unlocked by anyone. l Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the engine if the electronic key is near the window. 32 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 33 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors l The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door handle, such as in the rain or in a car wash. (The doors will automatically be locked after approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.) l Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door. If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the elec- tronic key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock the doors.) n When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2 m) of the vehicle. n Security feature If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the anti-theft system automatically locks the vehicle again. n Alarms and warning indicators A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning lights are used to prevent the theft of the vehicle and accidents resulting from errone- ous operation. l When any warning lights come on: Take appropriate measures in response to which warning light comes on. (→P. 422) 33 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 34 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors l When an alarm sounds: Take appropriate measures according to the following table. Alarm Situation Exterior alarm sounds once for 2 seconds Exterior alarm sounds once for 60 seconds Exterior alarm sounds once for 10 seconds Interior alarm sounds continu- ously Interior alarm beeps repeatedly Tried to lock the doors using the entry function while the electronic key is still inside the passenger compartment. Tried to exit the vehicle with the electronic key and lock the doors without first turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF. Tried to lock the vehicle using the entry function while a door is open. Tried to open the door and exit the vehicle without shifting the shift lever to P. Switched to ACCESSORY mode while the driver's door is open. (Opened the driver's door when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY mode.) Turned the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF while the driver's door is open. Correction procedure Retrieve the elec- tronic key from the passenger compart- ment and lock the doors again. Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF and lock the doors again. Close all of the doors and lock the doors again. Shift the shift lever to P. Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF and close the driver's door. Close the driver's door. 34 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 35 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Alarm Situation Correction procedure Interior and exte- rior alarms sound continuously. Interior alarm beeps once. Interior alarm beeps once and exterior alarm sounds 3 times. Tried to close the driver’s door after carrying the key outside the vehicle with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON or ACCESSORY mode and without the shift lever being in P. The electronic key has a low battery. Tried to start the engine without the electronic key being present, or when the electronic key was not functioning normally. Tried to close the driver’s door after carrying the key outside the vehicle without turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF. An occupant carried the electronic key outside the vehicle and closed the door when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch was in IGNITION ON or ACCESSORY mode. Shift the shift lever to P, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF and close the driver’s door again. Replace the electronic key battery. Start the engine with the electronic key present. Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF and close the driver’s door again. Bring the electronic key back into the vehi- cle. n If the smart key system does not operate properly l Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (→P. 455) l Starting the engine. (→P. 455) n When the electronic key battery is fully depleted →P. 384 35 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 36 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer It is possible to deactivate the smart key system etc. (Customizable features →P. 491) n Certification for the smart key system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. FCC ID: NI4TMLF-2 FCC ID: HYQ14AAB FCC ID: HYQ13BZS FCC ID: HYQ14ABK FCC ID: HYQ13CZA NOTE: 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 interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. For vehicles sold in Canada NOTE: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ- ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 36 RAV4_U 1 Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 37 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION n Caution regarding interference with electronic devices l People with implanted pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators should keep away from smart key system antennas. (→P. 28) The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. If necessary, the entry function can be disabled. Ask your Toyota dealer for details, such as the frequency of radio waves and timing of emitting the radio waves. Then, consult your doctor to see if you should disable the entry function. l User of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers and implanted cardiac defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for information about its operation under the influence of radio waves. Radio waves could have unexpected effects on the operation of such medical devices. Ask your Toyota dealer for details for disabling the entry function. 37 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 38 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Wireless remote control The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehi- cle from outside the vehicle. Vehicles without smart key system and holding: Locks all doors Pushing Sounds alarm Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver’s door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Vehicles with smart key system Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver’s door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Pushing Sounds alarm holding: and n Operation signals Doors: A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice) 38 RAV4_U 1 Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 39 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Panic mode Vehicles without smart key system When is pushed for longer than about one second, an alarm will sound for about 60 seconds and the vehicle lights will flash to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle. To stop the alarm, push any button on the wireless remote control. Vehicles with smart key system When is pushed for longer than about one second, an alarm will sound for about 60 seconds and the vehicle lights will flash to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle. To stop the alarm, push any button on the wireless remote control. n Door lock buzzer If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously if an attempt to lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more. n Key battery depletion Vehicles without smart key system The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted even if the key is not used.) If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (→P. 384) Vehicles with smart key system →P. 384 39 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 40 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n If the wireless remote control does not operate Vehicles without smart key system Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the key. (→P. 42) Vehicles with smart key system l Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (→P. 455) l Starting the engine. (→P. 143) n Security feature If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the anti-theft system automatically locks the vehicle again. n Conditions affecting operation Vehicles without smart key system The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow- ing situations. l Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facil- ity that generates strong radio waves l When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless commu- nication devices l When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity l When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic object l When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby l When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as a personal computer Vehicles with smart key system →P. 30 n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer Settings (e.g. wireless remote control) can be changed. (Customizable fea- tures →P. 491) 40 RAV4_U 1 Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 41 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Certification for wireless remote control (vehicles without smart key system) For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. FCC ID: HYQ12BBY FCC ID: HYQ13BBZ FCC ID: HYQ12BDC FCC ID: HYQ13BDC NOTE: 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 interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. For vehicles sold in Canada NOTE: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ- ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. n Certification for wireless remote control (vehicles with smart key sys- tem) →P. 36 41 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 42 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function, wireless remote control, key or door lock switch. n Entry function (vehicles with smart key system) →P. 26 n Wireless remote control →P. 38 n Key Vehicles without smart key system Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Turning the key unlocks the driver's door. Turning the key again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Vehicles with smart key system The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. (→P. 455) 42 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 43 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Door lock switch Locks all doors Unlocks all doors n Inside lock button Locks the door Unlocks the door Pulling the door handle can open the front door even if the lock button is in the lock posi- tion. 43 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 44 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Locking the front doors from the outside without the wireless remote control or key STEP 1 STEP 2 Move the inside door lock button to the lock position. Close the door. Rear door child-protector locks The door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the child- protector lock is set. These locks can be set to prevent children from opening the rear doors. Push down on each rear door switch to lock both rear doors. 44 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 45 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n When all the doors are locked with the entry function (vehicles with smart key system), wireless remote control or key The doors cannot be unlocked with the door lock switch. The door lock switch can be reset by unlocking all the doors with the entry function (vehicles with smart key system), wireless remote control or key. n The doors cannot be locked when Vehicles without smart key system The key is in the engine switch and either front door is open. Vehicles with smart key system The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or the electronic key is left inside the vehicle. Depending on the position of the electronic key, the key may not be detected correctly and the door may be locked. n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer Settings (e.g. door unlocking function) can be changed. (Customizable fea- tures →P. 491) CAUTION n To prevent an accident Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle. Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in death or serious injury. l Always use a seat belt. l Always lock the doors. l Ensure that all doors are properly closed. l Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving. The doors may be opened and the passengers are thrown out of the vehi- cle and it may result in serious injury or death. Be especially careful for the front doors, the doors may be opened even if the inside lock buttons are in locked position. l Set the rear door child protector locks when children are seated in the rear seats. 45 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 46 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Back door The back door can be opened using the back door handle. The back door can be locked and unlocked using the wireless remote control, entry function (vehicles with smart key system) or door lock switch. n Entry function (vehicles with smart key system) →P. 27 n Wireless remote control →P. 38 n Door lock switch →P. 43 n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer Settings (e.g. wireless remote control) can be changed. (Customizable fea- tures →P. 491) CAUTION n Caution while driving l Keep the back door closed while driving. If the back door is left open, it may hit near-by objects while driving or lug- gage may be unexpectedly thrown out, causing an accident. In addition, exhaust gases may enter the vehicle, causing death or a seri- ous health hazard. Make sure to close the back door before driving. l Before driving the vehicle, make sure that the back door is fully closed. If the back door is not fully closed, it may open unexpectedly while driving, causing an accident. l Never let anyone sit in the luggage compartment. In the event of sudden braking or a collision, they are susceptible to death or serious injury. 46 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 47 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION n Caution while parking If the open back door hides the stop, tail or rear turn signal lights, other road users must be warned of the presence of your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device. n When children are in the vehicle Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Do not leave children alone in the luggage compartment. If a child is accidentally locked in the luggage compartment, they could overheat. l Do not allow a child to open or close the back door. Doing so may cause the back door to operate unexpectedly, or cause the child’s hands, head, or neck to be caught by the closing back door. n Operating the back door Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in seri- ous injury. l When opening or closing the back door, thoroughly check to make sure the surrounding area is safe. If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know that the back door is about to open or close. 47 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 48 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION l Use caution when opening or closing the back door in windy weather as it may move abruptly in strong wind. l The back door may close if it is not opened fully. It is more difficult to open or close the back door on an incline than on a level surface, so beware of the back door unexpectedly opening or closing by itself. Make sure that the back door is fully open and secure before using the luggage compartment. l When closing the back door, take extra care to prevent your fingers etc. from being caught. l When closing the back door, make sure to press it lightly on its outer surface. l Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Toyota parts to the back door. Such additional weight on the back door may cause the back door to fall closed again after it is opened. 48 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 49 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seats Manual seat Seat position adjustment lever Seatback angle adjustment lever Vertical height adjustment lever (driver’s side only) 49 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 50 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Power seat (driver’s side only) Seat position adjustment switch Seatback angle adjustment switch Seat cushion (front) angle adjustment switch Vertical height adjustment switch Seat lumbar support adjust- ment switch 50 RAV4_U 1 Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 51 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Flattening front seatbacks The front seats can be moved into a flat seat arrangement. Manual seat STEP 1 STEP 2 Slide the second seats as far back as possible. (→P. 54) Remove the front head restraint. (→P. 65) STEP 3 STEP 4 Slide the front seat further for- ward than the front-most lock position. Pull the seatback angle adjust- ment lever up to unlock and push down the seatback. After returning the seat to its origi- nal position, be certain to replace the head restraint. 51 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 52 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Power seat STEP 1 STEP 2 Slide the second seats as far back as possible. (→P. 54) Remove the front head restraint. (→P. 65) STEP 3 STEP 4 Active head restraints Push the seat position adjusting switch forward to slide the seat to the front-most position. Move the seatback angle adjust- ing switch backward to flatten the seatback. After returning the seat to its origi- nal position, be certain to replace the head restraint. When the occupant’s lower back presses against the seatback during a rear-end collision, the head restraint moves slightly for- ward and upward to help reduce the risk of whiplash on the seat occupant. 52 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 53 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n Active head restraints Even small forces applied to the seatback may cause the head restraint to move. Pushing up a locked head restraint forcibly may appear the head restraint inner structure. These do not indicate problems. During rear-end collision Inner structure CAUTION n Seat adjustment l Be careful that the seat does not hit passengers or luggage. l Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt. If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident. l Manual seat only: After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position. 53 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 54 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Rear seats n Second seats Vehicles with third seat Seat position adjustment levers Seatback angle adjustment levers When a person sits in the sec- ond center position, align all seatbacks at the same angle. 54 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 55 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Vehicles without third seat Seat position adjustment levers Seatback angle adjustment levers When a person sits in the sec- ond center position, align all seatbacks at the same angle. RAV4_U 55 Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 56 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n Third seats (if equipped) The third seats do not have a seat adjustment function. Moving a second seats for third seats entry (vehicles with third seats) n Getting in the vehicle (right side only) Pull the lever forward and fold down the seatback. The seat will slide forward. After passengers are in, lift up the seatback and return the seat to the original position. 56 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 57 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Folding second seats Folding down the second seats will enlarge the luggage compart- ment. n Before folding the second seats STEP 1 Stow the second center seat belt. (→P. 70) STEP 2 STEP 3 Make sure the outside seat belt passes through the hanger when folding the second seat. This prevents the shoulder belt from being damaged. Stow the second seat belt buck- les. STEP 4 STEP 5 Lower the head restraint to the lowest position. (→P. 65) Raise the armrest until it locks. (→P. 320) 57 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 58 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n Folding second seats STEP 1 Slide the second seats as far back as possible. (→P. 54) From inside STEP 2 Pull down the seatback angle adjustment lever and fold down the seatback. From outside (vehicles without third seats) STEP 2 Open the back door and pull the lock release lever to fold down the second seat. 58 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 59 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Stowing third seats (vehicles with third seats) n Before stowing the third seats STEP 1 Stow the third seat belt buckles. STEP 2 Pass the seat belts through the seat belt hangers. This prevents the shoulder belt from being damaged. STEP 3 Lower the head restraint to the lowest position. (→P. 65) STEP 4 Pull the seatback lock release strap to fold down the seatback. Make sure it is locked securely. 59 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 60 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n Stowing third seats STEP 1 STEP 2 the seat Pull and hold lock release strap and lift up the seat rearward and then push the seat down. Push the seat on the front side against the floor and push the seat on rear side against the floor. Make sure it is locked securely. 60 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 61 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n Returning third seats STEP 1 Pull the seat lock release strap, lift the seat up and move the seat forward. Lock the seat into place. Make sure it is locked securely. STEP 2 Pull the seatback lock release strap and raise the seatback. If the seat does not lift up when the seat lock release strap is pulled, lock the seatback again. 61 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 62 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION n Seat adjustment Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injuries. l The seat belts provide 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 restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt. l Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seat. l Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as the seat may unex- pectedly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. l Be careful that the seat does not hit a passenger or luggage. l Do not put objects under the seats. Otherwise, the objects may interfere with the seat-lock mechanism or unexpectedly push up the seat position adjustment lever and the seat may suddenly move, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. l Avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. l Adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align all seatbacks at the same angle when a person sits in the rear center position. Otherwise, the person cannot wear the seat belt properly and this may cause death or serious injuries in a collision. 62 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 63 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION n When folding second seats l Do not fold the second seatback when passengers sit or luggage is placed on the seat. l Do not allow passengers to ride on the folded seat or in the luggage com- partment while driving. l Make sure that no passengers or luggage are on the rear seats. l Make sure the seatback 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. n When stowing third seats l Make sure that no passenger or luggage are on the seats. Then, hold the seat and slowly move it. Otherwise, people may be injured or luggage may be damaged if the seat hits them. l Make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback or by trying to pull up the edge of the bottom cush- ion. Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly. l Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in their proper position ready for use. l Do not stow or return the seats when you are inside the vehicle in order to prevent pinching your hands or feet in the seat. Be sure to stow and return the seats from outside the vehicle. 63 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 64 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION n After adjusting a seat l After adjusting the seat position, try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in position. l After adjusting the seatback, push your body adjust the seatback to make sure it is locked in position. l Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in their proper position and are ready for use. NOTICE n Before folding the seats To prevent damage to the seat belt buckles, stow them before folding the seatback. 64 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 65 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Head restraints Head restraints are provided for all seats. Front seats Up Pull the head restraints up. Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. Lock release button Second seats Lock release buttons Third seats (if equipped) Lock release button RAV4_U 65 Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 66 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n Removing the head restraints Except second center seat Pull the head restraint up while pushing the lock release button. Second center seat n Installing the head restraints Except second center seat Align the head restraint with the installa- tion holes and push it down while press- ing the lock release button. 66 RAV4_U Rav4_U_42759U.book Page 67 Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:19 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Second center seat

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