2009 TOYOTA RAV4 ECU

202 2-5. Driving information
CAUTION
■Capacity and distribution
●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle
weight rating.
●Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less
than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly.
Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking con-
trol which may cause death or serious injury.
■Roof luggage carrier precautions
When you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier, observe the following:
●Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed evenly between the
front and rear axles.
●If loading long or wide cargo, never exceed the vehicle overall length
or width. (P. 466)
●Before driving, make sure the cargo is securely fastened on the roof
luggage carrier.
●Loading cargo on the r oof luggage carrier will make the center of the
vehicle gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns,
sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of
control or vehicle rollover due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly
and result in death or serious injury.
●If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, stop
the vehicle now and then during the trip to make sure the cargo
remains in its place.
●Do not exceed 102.6 lb. (46.2 kg ) cargo weight on the roof luggage
carrier.
■Cross rail adjustment
Make sure the cross rails are locked securely by pushing forward and
rearward them.
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident or severe injury in
the event of emergency braking or a collision.

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HitchTrailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established
by the hitch manufacturer. Even th ough the vehicle may be rated for
towing a higher weight, the operat or must never exceed the maxi-
mum weight rating specified for the trailer hitch.
■ Before towing
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( P. 475)
● Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer's rec-
ommendation.
● All trailer lights must work in order to be legal.
● Confirm all lights work each time you connect them.
● Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer
is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper
tongue load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
● Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● Check that your rear view mirrors conform to any federal, state/provincial
or local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
■ Break-in schedule
Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with any
new power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bear-
ings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of driving.
■ 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 approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
CAUTION
■
To avoid accident or injury
●Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight,
gross axle weight and trailer tongue load capacities.
● Never load more weight in the back than in the front of the trailer. About
60% of the load should be in the front half of the trailer, and the remaining
40% in the rear.
● Do not use cruise control when you are towing.
■ Hitches
●Use only a hitch that conforms to the total trailer weight requirement.
● Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.
● Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat 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.
■ When towing a trailer
●If the gross trailer weight exceeds 600 lb. (272 kg), trailer brakes are
required.
● 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.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system ........................... 220
Automatic air conditioning system ........................... 225
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 233
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 235
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 236
Using the radio ................. 239
Using the CD player ......... 245
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 252
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 259
Using the AUX adapter .... 262
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 263
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features .......................... 266
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ......... 270
Making a phone call ......... 278
Setting a cellular phone ... 284 Security and system
setup .............................. 289
Using the phone book ...... 292
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 300
• Personal/interior light main switch .................... 301
• Personal/interior lights ... 301
• Interior light .................... 302
• Luggage compartment light ................................ 302
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 304
• Glove box....................... 305
• Console box ................... 306
• Overhead console .......... 307
• Cup holders ................... 308
• Bottle holders ................. 309
• Auxiliary box .................. 311
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 312
Vanity mirrors ................... 313
Clock ................................ 314
Power outlets ................... 315
Seat heaters..................... 318
Armrest ............................ 320
Coat hooks ....................... 321
Floor mat .......................... 322
Luggage compartment features .......................... 323

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
■
If the satellite radio does not operate normally (if equipped)
If a problem occurs with the XM
® tuner, a message will appear on the dis-
play. Refer to the table below to identify the problem, and take the suggested
corrective action.
“ANTENNA” The XM
® antenna is not connected. Check
whether the XM® antenna cable is attached
securely.
There is a short-circuit in the antenna or the sur-
rounding antenna cable. See a Toyota certified
dealer.
“UPDATING” You have not subscribed to the XM
® Satellite
Radio. The radio is being updated with the latest
encryption code. Contact the XM
® Satellite Radio
for subscription information. When a contract is
canceled, you can choose the “CH000” and all
free-to-air channels.
The premium channel you selected is not autho-
rized. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio
returns to the previous channel or “CH001”. If it
does not change automatically, select another
channel. If you want to listen to the premium chan-
nel, contact the XM
® Satellite Radio.
“NO SIGNAL” The XM
® signal is too weak at the current location.
Wait until your vehicle reaches a location with a
stronger signal.
“LOADING” The unit is acquiring audio or program information.
Wait until the unit has received the information.
“OFF AIR”The channel you selected is not broadcasting any
programming. Select another channel.
“-----”There is no song/program title or artist name/fea-
ture associated with the channel at that time. No
action is needed.

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3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) features
■Conditions affecting operation
The hands-free phone system may not operate normally in the following situ-
ations:
●The cellular phone is turned off, or located outside the service area.
● The cellular phone has a low battery.
● The cellular phone is not connected to the system.
● The cellular phone is behind the seat or in the glove box, or metal mate-
rial covers or touches the phone.
■ When transferring ownership of the vehicle
Be sure to initialize the system to prevent personal data from being improp-
erly accessed.
This system supports Bluetooth®, which allows you to make or
receive calls without using cables to connect a cellular phone and
the system, and without oper ating the cellular phone.
TitlePage
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) P. 270
Making a phone call P. 278
Setting a cellular phone P. 284
Security and system setup P. 289
Using the phone book P. 292
: If equipped

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3-3. Using the hand
s-free phone system (for cellular phone)
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Interior features
SetupSecurity
Set PIN Setting a PIN code
Phonebook
Lock
Locking the phone book
Phonebook
Unlock Unlocking the phone book
Phone
Setup Pair Phone
Registering the cellular
phone to be used
Change Name Changing a registered name
of a cellular phone
Delete Deleting a registered cellular
phone
List Phones Listing the registered cellular
phones
Select Phone Selecting a cellular phone to
be used
Set Passkey Changing the passkey
System
Setup Guidance Vol-
ume
(Guidance Vol)
Setting voice guidance vol-
ume
Initialize Initialization
First menuSecond menuThird menuOperation detail

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3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
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Interior features
Security and system setup
Setting or changing the PIN■ Setting a PIN
Select “Set PIN” using a voice command or .
Enter a PIN using a voice command or .
When using , input the code 1 digit at a time.
■Changing the PIN
Select “Set PIN” using a voice command or .
To enter the menu of each setting, follow the steps below:
■Security setting items and operation procedure
● Setting or changing t he PIN (Personal Identification Number)
1. “Setup”  2. “Security”  3. “Set PIN”
● Locking the phone book
1. “Setup”  2. “Security”  3. “Phonebook Lock”
● Unlocking the phone book
1. “Setup”  2. “Security”  3. “Phonebook Unlock”
■ System setup items and operation procedure
●Setting voice guidance volume
1. “Setup”  2. “System Setup”  3. “Guidance Vol”
● Initialization
1. “Setup”  2. “System Setup”  3. “Initialize”
can only be used for system setup operation.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 1