2006 TOYOTA RAV4 brake fluid

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1. Fuse blocks
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Battery
6. Radiator
7. Condenser
8. Electric cooling fans
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank
Engine compartment overview
2.4 L 4cylinder (2AZFE) engine

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1. Fuse blocks
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Battery
6. Radiator
7. Condenser
8. Electric cooling fans
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank

3.5 L V6 (2GRFE) engine

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Tools:
Funnel (only for adding coolant)
CHECKING BRAKE FLUID
Parts (if level is low):
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
brake fluid
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding fluid)
CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION
Tools:
Warm water
Baking soda
Grease
Conventional wrench (for terminal
clamp bolts)
CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES
Parts (if replacement is necessary):
Fuse with same amperage rating as
original ADDING WASHER FLUID
Parts:
Water
Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
Tools:
Funnel
REPLACING LIGHT BULBS
Parts:
Bulb with same number and wattage
rating as original (See charts in
“Replacing light bulbs” on page 386 in
Section 7 −3.)
Tools:
Screwdriver
Front
Rear
Positioning the jack

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DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Engine and Chassis
Checking the engine oil level368
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Checking the engine coolant level 370
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Checking the radiator and condenser 371
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Checking brake fluid 371
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Checking tire inflation pressure 372
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Checking and replacing tires 374
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Rotating tires 376
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Installing snow tires and chains 377
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Replacing wheels 379
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Aluminum wheel precautions 380
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SECTION 7 2

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Toyota recommends “Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant”, which has been tested to
ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor
result in malfunction of your engine
coolant system with proper usage. “Toyota
Super Long Life Coolant” is formulated
with long−life hybrid organic acid
technology and has been specifically
designed to avoid engine cooling system
malfunction on Toyota vehicles.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for
further details. If any of the above parts are extremely
dirty or you are not sure of their condi-
tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, be care-
ful not to touch the radiator or con-
denser when the engine is hot.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the radiator
and condenser, do not perform the
work by yourself.
To check the fluid level, simply look at
the seethrough reservoir. The level
should be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the reservoir.
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go
down slightly as the brake pads wear. So
be sure to keep the reservoir filled.
If the reservoir needs frequent refi
lling, it
may indicate a serious mechanical prob-
lem.
If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or
FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the
brake reservoir.
Checking the radiator and
condenser Checking brake fluid

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Remove and replace the reservoir cap by
hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted
line. This brings the fluid to the correct
level when you put the cap back on.
Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once
opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from
the air, and excess moisture can cause a
dangerous loss of braking.
CAUTION
Take care when filling the reservoir
because brake fluid can harm your
hands or eyes. If fluid gets on your
hands or in your eyes, flush the af-
fected area with clean water immedi-
ately. If you still feel uncomfortable
with your hands or eyes, go to the
doctor.
NOTICE
If you spill some of the fluid, be sure
to wipe it off to prevent it from dam-
aging the parts or paintwork.
Keep your tire inflation pressures
at the proper level.
The recommended cold tire inflation
pressures, tire sizes and the com-
bined weight of occupants and cargo
(vehicle capacity weight) are de-
scribed on page 392 and 397. They
are also on the tire and loading infor-
mation label.
You should check the tire inflation
pressure every two weeks, or at least
once a month. And do not forget the
spare!
Checking tire inflation
pressure

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REAR DIFFERENTIAL
(fourwheel drive models)
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):0.5 (0.5, 0.4)
Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL −5
Recommended oil viscosity: Above −18 C (0 F)
SAE 90
Below −18 C (0 F)
SAE 80W −90
BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
with the engine running, mm (in.): 2.4 L 4 −cylinder (2AZ −FE) engine
Without third seat 95 (3.7)
With third seat 120 (4.7)
3.5 L V6 (2GR −FE) engine 120 (4.7)
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1—6 (0.04—0.24)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 200 N (21 kgf, 45 lbf): 7—9 clicks
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 STEERING
Wheel free play:
Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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A
“ABS” warning light127
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“AUTO LSD” system 151
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Active torque control 4WD system 148 . . . . .
Adding washer fluid 386
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Adjustment
Front seats 36,37
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Rear/second seat 39
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Seat belt 53
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Air conditioning filter 252
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Air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system 244 . . . .
Manual air conditioning system 238 . . . . . .
Airbags 64,71,81
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Aluminum wheel precautions 380
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Anti −glare inside rear view mirror 110 . . . . . .
Anti −theft steering column lock 140 . . . . . . . .
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 349
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Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 346
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Washing and waxing 347
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Armrest 51
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Audio system 170
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Audio system
AUX 188
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Audio/video system 191
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Audio/video system operating tips 229 . . . . . .
Automatic air conditioning system 244 . . . . . . Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic transmission 141,145
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Shift lock override button 342
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Shift pattern 141,145
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Shifting speed 141,145
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Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light 127 . . . . . . .
AUX 188
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Auxiliary box 259,260
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Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 27
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B
Back door 26
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Battery
Checking battery condition 382
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Gas caution 382
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Handling safety 382
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Recharging precautions 384
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Winter driving tips 309
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Before starting the engine 306
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Bottle holders 263
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 287 . . . . . . . .
Brake system 283
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Brake system warning light 127
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Brakes
Fluid level 371
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Pad wear limit indicators 287
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Parking 165
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Break −in tips 277
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Brightness control 116
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C
Carbon monoxide caution 281
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Cargo and luggage
Capacity 300
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Capacity and distribution 302
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Stowage precautions 301
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Cargo net 269
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Certification label 289
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Charging system warning light 127
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Checking and replacing fuses 384
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Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter 252
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Checking brake fluid 371
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Checking the engine oil level 368
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Checking the radiator and
condenser 371
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Child restraint
Child restraint system 86
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Installation 88
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Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 104
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Precautions 85
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Types of child restraint system 87 . . . . . . . .
Using a top strap 100
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Cleaning the interior 349
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Clock 256
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Cold weather
Operation 309
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Compact disc changer 170
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Compact disc changer controller 170 . . . . . . .
Compact disc player 170
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Condenser
Checking the condenser 371
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Console box
Rear 261
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