2009 TOYOTA RAV4 warning lights

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Indicators and war ning lights
The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen-
ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
■ Instrument cluster
■ Center panel

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
CAUTION
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If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems
are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in
death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.
■ Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 422)
*: These lights turn on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart key system) or
the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without
smart key system) to indicate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few
seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not
come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer for details.
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(U.S.A.)(U.S.A.)(if equipped)(if equipped)
(if equipped)(4WD models)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with
the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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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Alphabetical index
Tires
Chains .................................. 206
Checking .............................. 368
If you have a flat tire ............. 434
Inflation pressure .................. 375
Information ........................... 480
Replacing ............................. 434
Rotating tires ........................ 368
Size ...................................... 475
Snow tires............................. 206
Tire pressure warning
system........................ 368, 425
Tools......................................... 434
Total load capacity .................. 204
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 218
Emergency towing ................ 411
Trailer towing ........................ 210
Traction control ....................... 180
TRAC ........................................ 180
Trip information....................... 162
Trip meter................................. 156
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 400
Switch ................................... 153
Wattage ................................ 476
Utility vehicle ........................... 193 Valet key .....................................24
Vanity lights
Vanity lights ...........................313
Wattage .................................476
Vanity mirrors...........................313
Vehicle identification
number ...................................468
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................422
Open door .............................425
Seat belt reminder .................425
Warning lights
Active torque control 4WDsystem ........................423, 425
Anti-lock brake system ..........423
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................425
Brake assist system ..............423
Brake system ........................422
Charging system .... ...............423
Electric power steering
system ................................423
Engine oil pressure ...............423
Low fuel level ........................425
Low washer fluid ...................425
Malfunction indicator lamp ....423
Open door .............................425
Pretensioners ........................423
Seat belt reminder light .........425
SRS airbags ..........................423
Tire pressure warning light ....425
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What to do if...
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Warning lights
P. 423
or
P. 4 2 2P. 423
P. 4 2 3P. 425
P. 4 2 3P. 425
P. 425
or
P. 4 2 3P. 425
P. 4 2 3P. 425
P. 4 2 5P. 425
P. 425
or
P. 4 2 3P. 427
Brake system warning
lightElectric power steering
warning light
Active torque control 4WD sys-
tem warning light
Charging system warn-
ing lightLow fuel level warning
light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
Malfunction indicator
lampFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Engine oil replacement
reminder light
SRS warning lightLow washer fluid warn-
ing light
Open door warning lightAutomatic transmission fluid temper-
ature warning light
ABS warning lightTire pressure warning
light
Smart key system warn-
ing light