2009 TOYOTA RAV4 cooling

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■
Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
● Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
■ Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the battery.
● In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fans
or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam: Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam
subsides and then restart the engine.
If you do not see steam: Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating: Wait until the temperature of the engine (shown on the
instrument cluster) begins to fall and then stop the
engine.
If the fans are not operating: Stop the engine and call your Toyota dealer.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, check the
engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 5 STEP 4

472 6-1. Specifications
Cooling system
*: With towing package
Ignition system
Capacity (Reference) 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
7.2 qt. (6.8 L, 6.0 Imp.qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
9.4 qt. (8.9 L, 7.8 Imp.qt.)
9.8 qt. (9.3 L, 8.2 Imp.qt.)*
Coolant type Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make
Gap 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
DENSO, SK16HR11
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
DENSO FK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning the
engine.

504 Alphabetical index
Power window lock switch.......82
Power window precautions .....84
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 386
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................76
Seat belt precautions ..............74
Seat heater precautions ........ 318
Child-protectors .........................44
Cleaning Exterior .................................. 332
Interior ................................... 335
Seat belts .............................. 336
Clock ......................................... 314
Condenser ................................ 361
Console box ............................. 306
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 460
Cruise control........................... 172
Cup holders .............................. 308
Curtain shield airbags ...............97
Customizable features............. 491
Daytime running light system .................................... 166
Defogger Rear window ......................... 233
Side mirrors ........................... 233
Dimensions............................... 466 Dinghy towing .......................... 218
Display
Trip information ..................... 162
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 344
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .............. 300
Wattage................................. 476
Doors
Door glasses ........................... 82
Door lock ..................... 26, 38, 42
Side mirrors............................. 80
Downhill assist control system .................................... 189
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 425
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 135
Correct posture ....................... 95
Procedures............................ 134
Winter driving tips ................. 206
Electric power steering ........... 180
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is discharged .......... 455
Emergency flasher switch ...... 410
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer
sounds... ............................ 422
If a warning light turns on........................................ 422
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