2008 TOYOTA RAV4 radio

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FCC ID: BABBT010A
IC ID: 2024BBT010A
MADE IN CHINA
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS −210. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must
accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party respon-
sible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equip-
ment.
NOTE: This equipment has been
tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency ener-
gy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not oc-
cur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful inter-
ference to radio or television recep-
tion, which can be determined by turn-
ing the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
− Reorient or relocate the receiving an-
tenna.
− Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
− Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
− Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.CAUTION: Radio Frequency Radiation
Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC/IC
radiation exposure limits set forth for
uncontrolled equipment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65
and RSS −102 of the IC radio frequen-
cy (RF) Exposure rules. This equip-
ment has very low levels of RF ener-
gy that it deemed to comply without
maximum permissive exposure evalua-
tion (MPE). But it is desirable that it
should be installed and operated with
at least 20 cm and more between the
radiator and person’s body (excluding
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and
legs).
Colocation: This transmitter must
not be co −located or operated in con-
junction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

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To use the power outlet, push the main
switch on the instrument panel.
An indicator light will illuminate to indicate
that the power outlet is ready for use.
Push the main switch once again to turn
the power outlet off. When the power out-
let is not in use, make sure that the main
switch is turned off.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not use the power
outlet longer than necessary when
the engine is not running.
 Close the power outlet lid when the
power outlet is not in use. Inserting
anything other than an appropriate
plug that fits the outlet may cause
electrical failure or short circuits.
The power outlet is not designed for
the following electric appliances even
though their power consumption is un-
der 115 VAC/100W. These appliances
may not operate properly.
Appliances with high initial peak watt-
age: cathode− ray tube type televisions,
compressor −driven refrigerators, electric
pumps, electric tools, etc.
Measuring devices which process pre-
cise data: medical equipment, measur-
ing instruments, etc.
Other appliances requiring an extremely
stable power supply: microcomputer −
controlled electric blankets, touch sen-
sor lamps, etc.
Certain electrical appliances may cause
radio noise.

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Ti r e relat ed ter mMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3
hours or more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile
under that condition
Maximum inflation pressurethe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and it
is shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressurecold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be
replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items
are available as factory −installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
the weight of a motor vehicle wi th standard equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
t he sum of —
(a) curb weight;
(b) accessory weight;
(c) vehicle capacity weight; and
(d) production options weight
Normal occupant weight68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second
column of Table 1 that follows
Occupant distributiondistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table
1 that follows
—Glossary of tire terminology

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Be extremely cautious when work-
ing on the battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
NOTICE
Remember that battery and ignition
cable carry high currents or volt-
ages. Be careful of accidentally
causing a short circuit.
 Add only “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” or similar high quality eth-
ylene glycol based nonsilicate,
nonamine, nonnitrite, and nonbo-
rate coolant with longlife hybrid
organic acid technology to fill the
radiator. “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is a mixture of 50% cool-
ant and 50% deionized water (for
the U.S.A.) or 55% coolant and 45%
deionized water (for Canada).
 If you spill some of the coolant, be
sure to wash it off with water to
prevent it from damaging the parts
or paint.
Do not allow dirt or anything else
to fall through the spark plug holes.
 Use only spark plugs of the speci-
fied type. Using other types will
cause engine damage, loss of per-
formance or radio noise.
 Do not reuse iridiumtipped spark
plugs by cleaning or regapping.
 Do not overfill automatic transmis-
sion fluid, or the transmission
could be damaged.
 Do not drive with the air cleaner
filter removed, or excessive engine
wear could result. Also backfiring
could cause a fire in the engine
compartment.
 Be careful not to scratch the glass
surface with the wiper frame.
 When closing the engine hood,
check to see that you have not for-
gotten any tools, rags, etc.Here is a list of parts and tools you will
need to perform do −it−yourself mainte-
nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de-
signed in metric sizes, so your tools must
be metric.
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equiva-
lent
See page 404 in Section 7− 2 for de-
tails about engine oil selection.
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding oil)
CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or
similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non −silicate, non −amine, non− ni-
trite, and non −borate coolant with long −
life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a
mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water (for the U.S.A.) or 55%
coolant and 45% deionized water (for
Canada).
Parts and tools

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Parking brakeOperation 167 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder light 167 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Polishing 383 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning a floor jack 401 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power outlet 288,289 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power rear view mirror control 109 . . . . . . . . .
Power steering 320 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power window switches 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preloaders (seat belt pretensioners) 62 . . . . .
Pretensioners
(seat belt pretensioners) 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Toyota from
corrosion 382 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Radiator
Checking the radiator 407 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant, Engine 406 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio 172 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear audio/video system 194 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat entertainment system 194 . . . . .
Rear cargo net 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear console box 293 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear cup holder 294 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat
Third seat entry 43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat precautions 41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear step bumper 321 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirror
Anti −glare inside 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear view mirrors
Folding 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 109 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch 122 . . . . . . . . .
Rear window wiper and washer switch 121 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear/second seat 41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote controls 191 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 440 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof luggage carrier 303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seat adjustment precautions
Front seats 35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt extender 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts
Cleaning 386 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastening 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt precautions 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt pretensioners 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat heater switch 52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seating capacity 335 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second seat 43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and maintenance 390 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicator 129 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side vents 283 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare fuse 420 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare tire 362 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spark plugs
Iridium −tipped spark plugs 315 . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 428 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag 64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags 71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS warning light 129 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting
Cold weather 342 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 342 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 357 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering
Adjusting steering wheel 108 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric power steering system 320 . . . . . .
Steering switches overview 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun visors 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension and chassis 323 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch
Emergency flasher 116 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight, dimmer and turn signal 114 . . . .
Ignition 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view mirror defogger 122 . . . .
Rear window defogger 122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window wiper and washer 121 . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and washer 120 . . . . . . . .
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Tachometer 127
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Telescopic steering column 108
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Theft prevention labels 323
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Three −way catalytic converters 312 . . . . . . . .
Tie −down hooks 295
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Installation of a mobiletwoway radio system
As the installation of a mobile two −way radio system in
your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as fol-
lows, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precau-
tionary measures or special instructions regarding installa-
tion.
 Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
 SRS airbag system
 Seat belt pretensioner system
 Active torque control 4WD system
 Traction control system
 “AUTO LSD” system
 Enhanced vehicle stability control system
 Downhill assist control system
 Hill −start assist control system
 Tire pressure warning system
 Cruise control system
 Anti −lock brake system
 Electronic throttle control system
Tires and loading on your
To y o t a
Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the
excess load may result in the deterioration of
steering ability and braking ability, leading to an
accident. Check the tire inflation pressure periodi-
cally and be sure to keep the load limits given in
this Owner ’s Manual. For details about tire inflation
pressure and load limits, see pages 335 and 408.