2015 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual

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the cargo in ■ GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) The maximum allowable gross vehicle weight. The gross vehi- cle weight is the total weight of the vehicle. When towing a trailer, it is the sum of the vehi- cle weight (including the occu- pants, cargo and any optional equipment installed on the vehi- cle) and the tongue weight. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-1. Before driving 183 ■ GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) The maximum allowable gross axle weight. The gross axle weight is the load placed on each axle (front and rear). Front GAWR Rear GAWR (With brakes) ■ TWR (Trailer Weight Rating) The maximum allowable gross trailer weight. The gross trailer weight is the sum of the trailer weight and the weight of the cargo in the trailer. TWR is calculated assuming base vehicle with one driver, one front passenger, hitch and hitch systems (if required). Additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the vehicle will reduce the trailer weight rating so as not to exceed GCWR, GVWR and GAWR. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 184 4-1. Before driving ■ Unbraked TWR (Unbraked Trailer Weight Rating) The trailer weight rating for tow- ing a trailer without a trailer ser- vice brake system. (Without brakes) ■ Tongue Weight The load placed on the trailer hitch ball. (P. 186) RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-1. Before driving 185 Weight limits ● The gross trailer weight must never exceed 1500 lb. (680 kg). ● The gross combination weight must never exceed the GCWR described below. 2WD models: 5985 lb. (2715 kg) AWD models: 6100 lb. (2765 kg) ● The gross vehicle weight must never exceed the GVWR indi- cated on the Certification Label. ● The gross axle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR indicated on the Certifi- cation Label. ● If the gross trailer weight is over the unbraked TWR, trailer service brakes are required. GCWR, TWR and Unbraked TWR Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight are all within the limits. ■ GCWR* 2WD models: 5985 lb. (2715 kg) AWD models: 6100 lb. (2765 kg) ■ TWR* 1500 lb. (680 kg) ■ Unbraked TWR* 1000 lb. (450 kg) *: These models meet the tow-vehicle trailering requirement of SAE Interna- tional per SAE J2807. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 186 4-1. Before driving Trailer Tongue Weight ● A recommended tongue weight varies in accordance with the types of trailers or towing as described below. ● To ensure the recommended values shown below, the trailer must be loaded by referring to the following instructions. • Tongue Weight The gross trailer weight should be distributed so that the tongue weight is 9% to 11%. (Tongue weight /Gross trailer weight x 100 = 9% to 11%) Gross trailer weight Tongue weight The gross trailer weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight can be measured with platform scales found at a highway weigh- ing station, building supply company, trucking company, junk yard, etc. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-1. Before driving 187 Hitch Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities. Toyota rec- ommends the use of Toyota hitch/bracket for your vehicle. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. ● If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Toyota dealer. ● Use only a hitch that conforms to the gross trailer weight require- ment of your vehicle. ● Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer. ● Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coating of grease. ● Remove the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer. After removing the hitch, seal any mounting hole in the vehicle body to prevent entry of any substances into the vehicle. Positions for towing hitch receiver and hitch ball Weight carrying ball position: 45.2 in. (1147 mm) Hitch receiver pin hole position: 38.9 in. (988 mm) Connecting trailer lights Please consult your dealer when installing trailer lights, as incorrect installation may cause damage to the vehicle’s lights. Please take care to comply with your state’s laws when installing trailer lights. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 188 4-1. Before driving Trailer towing tips Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. Help to avoid an accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind when towing: ● Speed limits for towing a trailer vary by state or province. Do not exceed the posted towing speed limit. ● Toyota recommends that the vehicle-trailer speed limit is 65 mph (104 km/h) on a flat, straight, dry road. Do not exceed this limit, the posted towing speed limit or the speed limit for your trailer as set forth in your trailer owner’s manual, whichever is lowest. Instability of the towing vehicle-trailer combination (trailer sway) increases as speed increases. Exceeding speed limits may cause loss of control. ● Before starting out, check the trailer lights, tires and the vehicle- trailer connections. Recheck after driving a short distance. ● Practice turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer attached in an area away from traffic until you become accustomed to the feel of the vehicle-trailer combination. ● Reversing with a trailer attached is difficult and requires practice. Grip the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the left to move the trailer to the left. Move your hand to the right to move the trailer to right. (This is generally opposite to reversing without a trailer attached.) Avoid sharp or prolonged turning. Have someone guide you when reversing to reduce the risk of an acci- dent. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-1. Before driving 189 ● As stopping distance is increased when towing a trailer, vehicle-to vehicle distance should be increased. For each 10 mph (16 km/h) of speed, allow at least one vehicle and trailer length. ● Avoid sudden braking as you may skid, resulting in the trailer jack- knifing and a loss of vehicle control. This is especially true on wet or slippery surfaces. ● Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. ● Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns, and slow down before making turn. ● Note that when making a turn, the trailer wheels will be closer than the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making a wider than normal turning radius. ● Slow down before making a turn, in cross winds, on wet or slippery surfaces, etc. Increasing vehicle speed can destabilize the trailer. ● Take care when passing other vehicles. Passing requires consider- able distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing lanes. ● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system perfor- mance when using engine braking, do not put the transmission in D. If in the S mode, the transmission shift range position must be in 4 or lower. ● Instability happens more frequently when descending steep or long downhill grades. Before descending, slow down and downshift. Do not make sudden downshifts while descending steep or long down- hill grades. ● Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the brakes too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 190 4-1. Before driving ● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may over- heat on hot days (at temperatures over 85F [30C]) when driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air conditioning (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot. (P. 653) ● Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and the trailer’s wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the transmission in P. Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do so only after performing the following: Apply the brakes and keep them applied. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and trailer’s wheels. When the wheel blocks are in place, release the brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. Apply the parking brake firmly. Shift into P and turn off the engine. ● When restarting after parking on a slope: With the transmission in P, start the engine. Be sure to keep the brake pedal pressed. Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R. Release the parking brake and brake pedal, and slowly pull or back away from the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes. Have someone retrieve the blocks. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-1. Before driving 191 ■Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height No matter which class of tow hitch applies, for a more safe trailer hookup, the trailer ball setup must be the proper height for the coupler on the trailer. Coupler Trailer ball ■Before towing Check that the following conditions are met: ●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. (P. 669) ●Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s recommen- dation. ●All trailer lights work as required by law. ●All lights work each time you connect them. ●The trailer ball is set at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer. ●The trailer is level when it is hitched. Do not drive if the trailer is not level, and check for improper tongue weight, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes. ●The trailer cargo is securely loaded. ●The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for tow- ing purposes. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 192 4-1. Before driving ■Break-in schedule If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components (such as an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Toyota rec- ommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km). After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a speed of less than 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle acceleration. ■Maintenance ●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.) ●Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing. ■If trailer sway occurs One or more factors (crosswinds, passing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can adversely affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing instability. ●If trailer swaying occurs: • Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead. Do not try to control trailer swaying by turning the steering wheel. • Begin releasing the accelerator pedal immediately but very gradually to reduce speed. Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes. If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle and trailer should stabilize. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) ●After the trailer swaying has stopped: 4-1. Before driving 193 • Stop in a safe place. Get all occupants out of the vehicle. • Check the tires of the vehicle and the trailer. • Check the load in the trailer. Make sure the load has not shifted. Make sure the tongue weight is appropriate, if possible. • Check the load in the vehicle. Make sure the vehicle is not overloaded after occupants get in. If you cannot find any problems, the speed at which trailer swaying occurred is beyond the limit of your particular vehicle-trailer combination. Drive at a lower speed to prevent instability. Remember that swaying of the towing vehicle-trailer increases as speed increases. CAUTION ■Trailer towing precautions To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accordance with the trailer’s characteristics and operating conditions. Failure to do so could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. Vehicle stability and braking performance are affected by trailer stability, brake setting and performance, and the hitch. Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. ■To avoid accident or injury ●Do not exceed the TWR, unbraked TWR, GCWR, GVWR or GAWR. ●Adjust the tongue weight within the appropriate range. Place heavier loads as close to the trailer axle as possible. ●Do not exceed 65 mph (104 km/h), the posted towing speed limit or the speed limit for your trailer as set forth in your trailer owner’s manual, whichever is lowest. Slow down sufficiently before making a turn, in cross winds, on wet or slippery surface, etc. to help avoid an accident. If you experience a vehicle-trailer instability from reducing a certain speed, slow down and make sure you keep your vehicle speed under the speed of which you experience the instability. ●Do not make jerky, abrupt or sharp turns. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 194 4-1. Before driving CAUTION ●Do not apply the brakes suddenly as you may skid, resulting in jackknifing and loss of vehicle control. This is especially true on wet or slippery sur- faces. ●Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue weight capacities. ●Do not use cruise control when towing. ●Slow down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill grades. Do not make sudden downshifts while descending steep or long downhill grades. ●Vehicle-trailer instability is more likely on steep long downhills. Before descending steep or long downhill grades, slow down and downshift. Do not make sudden downshifts when descending steep or long downhill grades. Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the brakes too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency. ●Do not tow a trailer when the compact spare tire is installed on your vehi- cle. ■Hitch Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established by the hitch manufacturer. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the operator must determine the maximum weight rating of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for the trailer-hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the trailer-hitch manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in death or serious personal injuries. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-1. Before driving 195 CAUTION ■When towing a trailer Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to any applicable fed- eral and state/provincial regulations. ●If the gross trailer weight exceeds unbraked TWR, trailer brakes are required. Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to all appli- cable federal and state/provincial regulations. ●Never tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic system, as this will lower the vehi- cle’s braking effectiveness. ●Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both the trailer and the vehicle. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch ball, there is danger of the trailer wandering into another lane. NOTICE ■When installing a trailer hitch Use only the position recommended by your Toyota dealer. Do not install the trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body damage. ■Do not directly splice trailer lights Do not directly splice trailer lights. Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehicle’s electrical system and cause a malfunction. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 196 4-1. Before driving Dinghy towing Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. NOTICE ■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle Do not tow your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground. ■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission and Dynamic Torque Control AWD system (AWD models) 2WD models: Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the transmission. AWD models: Never tow this vehicle with any of the wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the trans- mission and Dynamic Torque Control AWD system. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-2. Driving procedures 197 Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a smart key system) Starting the engine Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in P. Firmly depress the brake pedal. Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the engine. Changing the engine switch positions “LOCK” The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed. (The key can be removed only when the shift lever is in P.) “ACC” Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used. “ON” All electrical components can be used. “START” For starting the engine. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 198 4-2. Driving procedures ■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK” Shift the shift lever to P. Push in the key and turn it to the “LOCK” position. ■If the engine does not start The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 76) Contact your Toyota dealer. ■When the steering lock cannot be released When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK” position. To free it, turn the key while turn- ing the steering wheel slightly left and right. ■Key reminder function A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-2. Driving procedures 199 CAUTION ■When starting the engine Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ■Caution when driving Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An accident may result if the engine is stopped while driving. (P. 601) NOTICE ■To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long peri- ods of time without the engine running. ■When starting the engine ●Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring system. ●Do not race a cold engine. ●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi- cle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 200 4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart key system) Performing the following operations when carrying the elec- tronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine switch modes. Starting the engine Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in P. Firmly depress the brake pedal. The smart key system indicator light (green) will turn on. If the indicator light does not turn on, the engine cannot be started. Press the engine switch. The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 30 seconds, whichever is less. Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is completely started. The engine can be started from any engine switch mode. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-2. Driving procedures 201 Stopping the engine Stop the vehicle. Shift the shift lever to P. Set the parking brake. (P. 215) Press the engine switch. Release the brake pedal and check that the smart key system indi- cator light (green) is off. Changing engine switch modes Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.) Off* The emergency flashers can be used. The smart key system indicator light (green) off. ACCESSORY mode Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used. The smart key system indicator light (green) flashes slowly. IGNITION ON mode All electrical components can be used. The smart key system indicator light (green) flashes slowly. *: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the engine, the engine switch will be turned to ACCESSORY mode, not to off. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 202 4-2. Driving procedures When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other than P If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P, the engine switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. Perform the following procedure to turn the switch off: Check that the parking brake is set. Shift the shift lever to P. Check that the smart key system indicator light (green) flashes slowly and then press the engine switch once. Check that the smart key system indicator light (green) is off. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-2. Driving procedures 203 ■Auto power off function If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when the engine is not run- ning. ■Electronic key battery depletion P. 111 ■Conditions affecting operation P. 107 ■Notes for the entry function P. 108 ■If the engine does not start ●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 76) Contact your Toyota dealer. ●The steering lock may not have been canceled. ■Steering lock After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 204 4-2. Driving procedures ■When the steering lock cannot be released The smart key system indicator light (green) will flash quickly. Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press the engine switch while turning the steer- ing wheel left and right. ■Steering lock motor overheating prevention To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus- pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this case, refrain from running the engine. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning. ■When the smart key system indicator light flashes in yellow The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. ■If the electronic key battery is depleted P. 570 ■Operation of the engine switch When operating the engine switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the switch is pressed improperly, the engine may not start or the engine switch mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch. ■If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting P. 646 RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-2. Driving procedures 205 CAUTION ■When starting the engine Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ■Caution while driving If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. ■Stopping the engine in an emergency If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold the engine switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession. (P. 601) However, do not touch the engine switch while driving except in an emer- gency. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 206 4-2. Driving procedures NOTICE ■To prevent battery discharge ●Do not leave the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time without the engine running. ●If the smart key system indicator light (green) is illuminated, the engine switch is not off. When exiting the vehicle, always check that the engine switch is off. ●Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in a position other than P. If the engine is stopped in another shift lever position, the engine switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. If the vehi- cle is left in ACCESSORY mode, battery discharge may occur. ■When starting the engine ●Do not race a cold engine. ●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi- cle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately. ■Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-2. Driving procedures 207 Automatic transmission Shifting the shift lever  Vehicles without a smart key system While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, move the shift lever with the brake pedal depressed. When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is completely stopped.  Vehicles with a smart key system While the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, move the shift lever with the brake pedal depressed. When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is completely stopped. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 208 4-2. Driving procedures Shift position purpose Shift position Objective or function Parking the vehicle/starting the engine Reversing Neutral Normal driving*1 S mode driving*2 (P. 210) *1: Shifting the shift lever to D allows the system to select a gear suitable for the driving conditions. Setting the shift lever to D is recommended for normal driving. *2: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear ranges, controls engine braking force, and prevents unnecessary upshifting. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-2. Driving procedures 209 Selecting the driving mode The following modes can be selected to suit driving conditions. ■ Eco drive mode Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent accelerating. Press the “ECO MODE” button to select Eco drive mode. indicator “ECO MODE” The comes on. Press the button again to cancel Eco drive mode. ■ Sport mode Use sport mode for sporty driving or driving in mountainous regions. Press the “SPORT” button to select sport mode. The “SPORT” indicator comes on. Press the button again to cancel sport mode. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 210 4-2. Driving procedures Selecting shift ranges in the S position To enter S mode, shift the shift lever to S. Shift ranges can be selected by operating the shift lever, allowing you to drive in the shift range of your choosing. The shift range can be selected by the shift lever. Upshifting Downshifting The selected shift range, from 1 to 6, will be displayed in the meter. The initial shift range in S mode is set automatically to 5 or 4 accord- ing to vehicle speed. However, the initial shift range may be set to 3 if AI-SHIFT has operated while the shift lever was in D. (P. 213) ■ Shift ranges and their functions ● Automatically selecting shift ranges between 1 and 6 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. But the gear is limited according to selected range. ● You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force. ● A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a higher shift range, and the engine speed will also increase. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-2. Driving procedures 211 ■S mode ●When the shift range is 4 or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets the shift range to 6. ●To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically occur. ●To protect the automatic transmission, a higher shift range may automati- cally selected when the fluid temperature is high. ■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even when the shift lever is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.) ■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed* of the air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency (P. 304, 313). To improve air conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed* or turn off Eco drive mode. *: Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system only ■Deactivation of the driving mode ●Eco drive mode will not be canceled until the “ECO MODE” button is pressed, even if the engine is turned off after driving in Eco drive mode. ●Sport mode will be canceled if the engine is turned off after driving in sport mode. ■When driving with cruise control activated Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control will not be canceled. ●While driving in S mode, downshifting to 5 or 4. (P. 210) ●When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D. (P. 209) ■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P P. 645 RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 212 4-2. Driving procedures ■If the “S” indicator does not come on or the “D” indicator is displayed even after shifting the shift lever to S This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. (In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when the shift lever is in D.) ■If the automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light comes on (AWD models only) If the automatic transmission fluid temper- ature warning light comes on while driv- ing, make sure to return to D position driving and reduce speed by easing off the accelerator pedal. Stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift lever to P and let the engine idle until the warning light goes out. When the warning light goes out, the vehi- cle can be driven again. If the warning light does not go out after waiting a while, have your vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-2. Driving procedures 213 ■AI-SHIFT The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver per- formance and driving conditions. The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in D. (Shifting the shift lever to S cancels the function.) CAUTION ■When driving on slippery road surfaces Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly. Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid, resulting in an accident. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 214 4-2. Driving procedures Turn signal lever Operating instructions Right turn Lane change to the right (move the lever partway and release it) The right hand signals will flash 3 times. Lane change to the left (move the lever partway and release it) The left hand signals will flash 3 times. Left turn ■Turn signals can be operated when  Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ON” position.  Vehicles with a smart key system The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■If the indicator flashes faster than usual Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out. ■If the turn signals stop flashing before a lane change has been per- formed Operate the lever again. ■To discontinue flashing of the turn signals during a lane change Operate the lever in the opposite direction. ■Customization The setting of the turn signals flash during a lane change can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 687) RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) Parking brake Sets the parking brake Fully pull the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal. Releases the parking brake Slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the but- ton. 4-2. Driving procedures 215 U.S.A. Canada ■Usage in winter time P. 288 NOTICE ■Before driving Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 216 4-2. Driving procedures Horn To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. ■After adjusting the steering wheel Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. (P. 149) RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 217 Headlight switch The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. Operating instructions Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows:  Type A running The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime lights) turn on. The headlights and all the lights listed above turn on and off automatically. (When the engine switch is in the “ON” position [vehicles without a smart key system] or IGNITION ON mode [vehicles with a smart key system]) Off (U.S.A.) daytime The lights turn on. (Canada) running RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 218 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers  Type B The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime lights) turn on. The daytime running lights turn on. running Off  Type C The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime lights) turn on. The daytime running lights turn on. running RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 219 Turning on the high beam headlights With the headlights on, push the lever away from you to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever toward you to the center position to turn the high beams off. Pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the high beams once. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off. ■Daytime running light system ●To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, the headlights turn on automatically (at a reduced intensity) whenever the engine is started and the parking brake is released. Daytime running lights are not designed for use at night. ●Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running light system offers greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help improve fuel economy. ■Headlight control sensor (if equipped) The sensor may not function properly if an object is placed on the sensor, or anything that blocks the sensor is affixed to the windshield. the sensor Doing so detecting the level of ambient light and may cause the automatic headlight sys- tem to malfunction. interferes with RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 220 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers or ■Automatic light off system When the light switch is in : The lights turn off 30 seconds after the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system) and a door is opened and all of the doors are closed. (The lights turn off immediately if on the key is pressed while all the doors are locked.) When the light switch is in : The lights turn off after the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system) and the driver’s door is opened. To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehi- cles without a smart key system) or to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system), or turn the light switch off, then turn it to If any of the doors is kept open and the engine switch is in the “LOCK” posi- tion (vehicles without a smart key system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system), the lights automatically turn off after 20 minutes. or to ■Light reminder buzzer  Vehicles without a smart key system A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position, the key is removed and the driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned on.  Vehicles with a smart key system A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned on. ■Customization Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 687) NOTICE ■To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not running. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 221 Automatic High Beam The Automatic High Beam uses an in-vehicle camera sensor to assess the brightness of streetlights, the lights of oncoming and preceding vehicles, etc., and automatically turns high beam on or off as necessary. Activating the Automatic High Beam system Push the lever away from you with the headlight switch in posi- tion. The Automatic High Beam indica- tor will come on when the head- lights are turned on automatically to is active. the system indicate that : If equipped RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 222 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers High beam automatic turning on or off conditions When all of the following conditions are fulfilled, high beam will be automatically turned on: ● Vehicle speed is above approximately 21 mph (34 km/h). ● The area ahead of the vehicle is dark. ● There are no oncoming or preceding vehicles with headlights or tail lights turned on. ● There are few streetlights on the road ahead. If any of the following conditions are fulfilled, high beam will be auto- matically turned off: ● Vehicle speed drops below approximately 17 mph (27 km/h). ● The area ahead of the vehicle is not dark. ● Oncoming or preceding vehicles have headlights or tail lights turned on. ● There are many streetlights on the road ahead. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 223 Turning the high beam on/off manually ■ Switching to low beam Pull the lever to original posi- tion. ■ Switching to high beam Turn the light switch to position. The Automatic High Beam indi- cator will turn off and the high beam indicator will turn on. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 224 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers ■The Automatic High Beam can be operated when  Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ON” position.  Vehicles with a smart key system The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■Camera sensor detection information ●High beam may not be automatically turned off in the following situations: • When oncoming vehicles suddenly appear from a curve • When the vehicle is cut in front of by another • When oncoming or preceding vehicles are hidden from sight due to repeated curves, road dividers or roadside trees • When oncoming vehicles appear from the faraway lane on wide road • When oncoming or preceding vehicles have no lights ●High beam may be turned off if an oncoming vehicle that is using fog lights without using the headlights is detected. ●House lights, street lights, red traffic signals, and illuminated billboards or signs may cause the high beam to turn off. ●The following factors may affect the amount of time taken to turn high beam on or off: • The brightness of headlights, fog lights, and tail lights of oncoming and preceding vehicles • The movement and direction of oncoming and preceding vehicles • When a oncoming or preceding vehicle only has operational lights on one • When a oncoming or preceding vehicle is a two-wheeled vehicle • The condition of the road (gradient, curve, condition of the road surface side etc.) • The number of passengers and amount of luggage ●High beam may be turned on or off when unexpected by the driver. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 225 ●In the situations below, the system may not be able to correctly detect the surrounding brightness levels, and may flash or expose nearby pedestrians to the high beam. Therefore, you should consider turning the high beams on or off manually rather than relying on the Automatic High Beam system. • In bad weather (rain, snow, fog, sandstorms etc.) • The windshield is obscured by fog, mist, ice, dirt etc. • The windshield is cracked or damaged. • The camera sensor is deformed or dirty. • The camera sensor temperature is extremely high. • Surrounding brightness levels are equal to those of headlights, tail lights • Vehicles ahead have headlights that are either switched off, dirty, are changing color, or are not aimed properly. • When driving through an area of intermittently changing brightness and • When frequently and repeatedly driving ascending/descending roads, or roads with rough, bumpy or uneven surfaces (such as stone-paved roads, gravel tracks etc.). • When frequently and repeatedly taking curves or driving on a winding • There is a highly reflective object ahead of the vehicle, such as a sign or • The back of a vehicle ahead is highly reflective, such as a container on a • The vehicle’s headlights are damaged or dirty. • The vehicle is listing or tilting, due to a flat tire, a trailer being towed etc. • The high beam and low beam are repeatedly being switched between in an abnormal manner. • The driver believes that the high beam may be causing problems or dis- tress to other drivers or pedestrians nearby. or fog lights. darkness. road. a mirror. truck. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 226 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers ■Temporarily lowering sensor sensitivity The sensitivity of the sensor can be temporarily lowered. Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while the following conditions are met. Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the engine switch off while the fol- lowing conditions are met. • The headlight switch is in • The headlight switch lever is in high beam position. Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position. Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode. Within 5 seconds after , repeat pulling the headlight switch lever to the original position then pushing it to the high beam position quickly 9 times, then leave the lever in high beam position. Automatic High Beam (headlights) may turn on even the vehicle is stopped. ■If the Automatic High Beam indicator turns to yellow... It may indicate a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer. ■Customization The Automatic High Beam can be turned off. (Customizable features: P. 687) CAUTION ■Limitations of the Automatic High Beam Do not rely on the Automatic High Beam. Always drive safely, taking care to observe your surroundings and turning high beam on or off manually if nec- essary. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 227 NOTICE ■Notes when using the Automatic High Beam system Observe the following to ensure that the Automatic High Beam functions correctly. ●Do not touch the camera sensor. ●Do not subject the camera sensor to a strong impact. ●Do not disassemble the camera sensor. ●Do not spill liquid onto the camera sensor. ●Do not apply window tinting or stickers to the camera sensor or the area of windshield near the camera sensor. ●Do not place items on the dashboard. There is a possibility that the cam- era sensor will mistake items reflected in the windshield for streetlights, the headlights of other vehicles, etc. ●Do not install a parking tag or any other accessories near or around the camera sensor. ●Do not overload the vehicle. ●Do not modify the vehicle. ●Do not replace windshield with non-genuine windshield. Contact your Toyota dealer. ●Do not replace headlights with non-genuine headlights. Contact your Toyota dealer. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 228 Fog light switch The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving con- ditions, such as in rain and fog. (U.S.A.) or (Canada) Turns the fog lights off Turns the fog lights on ■Fog lights can be used when The headlights are on in low beam. : If equipped RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 229 Windshield wipers and washer Operating the wiper lever The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.  For the U.S.A. Intermittent operation Low speed operation High speed operation Temporary operation RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 230 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers If equipped, wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent opera- tion is selected. Increases the intermittent wind- shield wiper frequency Decreases windshield wiper frequency intermittent the Washer/wiper dual operation The wipers will automatically oper- ate a couple of times after the washer squirts. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 231  For Canada Intermittent operation Low speed operation High speed operation Temporary operation RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 232 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers If equipped, wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent opera- tion is selected. Increases the intermittent wind- shield wiper frequency Decreases windshield wiper frequency intermittent the Washer/wiper dual operation The wipers will automatically oper- ate a couple of times after the washer squirts. ■The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when  Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ON” position.  Vehicles with a smart key system The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■If no windshield washer fluid sprays Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the washer fluid reservoir. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 233 CAUTION ■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. NOTICE ■When the windshield is dry Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield. ■When the washer fluid tank is empty Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- heat. ■When a nozzle becomes blocked In this case, contact your Toyota dealer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. ■To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the wipers on longer than necessary when the engine is off. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 234 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Rear window wiper and washer Turning the end of the lever turns on the rear window wiper, and push- ing the lever away from you turns on the rear window wiper and washer.  For the U.S.A. Intermittent operation Normal operation Washer/wiper dual operation RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers 235  For Canada Intermittent operation Normal operation Washer/wiper dual operation RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 236 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers ■The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when  Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ON” position.  Vehicles with a smart key system The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■If no washer fluid sprays Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the washer fluid reservoir. NOTICE ■When the rear window is dry Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window. ■When the washer fluid tank is empty Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- heat. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4-4. Refueling 237 Opening the fuel tank cap Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap: Before refueling the vehicle ● Close all the doors and windows, and turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or off (vehi- cles with a smart key system). ● Confirm the type of fuel. ■Fuel types Unleaded gasoline (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or higher) RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 238 4-4. Refueling CAUTION ■When refueling the vehicle Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ●After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling. ●Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it. A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury. ●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to come close to an open fuel tank. ●Do not inhale vaporized fuel. Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled. ●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle. Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire. ●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically charged. This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard. ■When refueling Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel tank: ●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck. ●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. ●Do not top off the fuel tank. RAV4_OM_OM42A17U_(U) 4 4-4. Refueling 239 NOTICE ■Refueling Do not spill fuel during refueling. Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission control system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the vehicle’s painted surface. Opening the fuel tank cap Pull up the opener to open the fuel filler door. Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to open. Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler door.

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