2009 TOYOTA RAV4 bulb

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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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 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 332
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 335
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 338
General maintenance ......... 340
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 343
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 344
Hood ................................... 348
Positioning a floor jack........ 350
Engine compartment .......... 352
Tires.................................... 368
Tire inflation pressure........... 375
Wheels................................ 380
Air conditioning filter ........... 382
Key battery ......................... 384
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 388
Light bulbs .......................... 400
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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
Tur n signal lever
■Turn signals can be operated when
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If the indicators flash faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.
Right turn
Left turn
Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.
The right hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.
Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.
The left hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......... 332
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 335
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 338
General maintenance....... 340
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 343
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 344
Hood ................................ 348
Positioning a floor jack ..... 350
Engine compartment ........ 352
Tires ................................. 368
Tire inflation pressure ...... 375
Wheels ............................. 380
Air conditioning filter......... 382
Key battery ....................... 384
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 388
Light bulbs........................ 400

345
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Fuses ( P. 388)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Radiator and condenser (P. 361) 
Tire inflation pressure (
P. 375) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 367) • Water washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel
Light bulb (P. 400) • Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Flathead screwdriver

399
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb
may need replacement. ( P. 400)
● If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
■ If there is an overload in the circuits
The fuses are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is damaged.
CAUTION
■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause damage, and possibly a fire or injury.
●Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than indicated, or use any
other object in place of a fuse.
● Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
This can cause extensive damage or even fire.
● Do not modify fuses or the fuse box.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of
replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb
replacement seems difficult to perfor m, contact your Toyota dealer.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your
Toyota dealer.
■ Preparing a light bulb for replacement
Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced. ( P. 476)
■ Removing the engine compartment cover
 P. 354
■ Front bulb locations
Headlight
low beam
Front turn signal, parking and
front side marker lights
Headlight high beam
Front fog lights
(if equipped)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Rear bulb locations
Vehicles without a spare tire
Vehicles with a spare tire
Rear turn signal and back-up lightsLicense plate
lights
Rear side marker lights
Rear turn signal and back-up lights
License plate
light
Rear side marker lights

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Replacing light bulbs■ Headlights
Right side only: Remove the clip
and move it aside to allow easy
access to the light bulbs.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Headlight (low beam)
Headlight (high beam)
Unplug the connector while
depressing the lock release.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3