2010 TOYOTA RAV4 automatic transmission

394 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
*: Vehicles without smart key system
21 OBD7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
22 STOP 10 AStop/tail lights, high mounted stop-
light, automatic transmission shift
lock system, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, ABS, TRAC,
Enhanced VSC, AUTO LSD sys-
tem, downhill assist control system,
hill-start assist control system
23 DOOR 25 AMain body ECU, power door lock
system
24 ACC-B 25 A ACC, CIG, fuses
25 4WD 7.5 A Active torque control 4WD system
26 FR FOG 15 A Front fog lights
27 AM1* 7.5 A Starting system
28 DEF 30 ARear window defogger, MIR HTR
fuse
29 P/SEAT 30 A Power seat
30 POWER 30 A Power windows
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
419
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

422 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warning
light (if equipped)Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too high. Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and shift the shift
lever to P.
If the light does not go off,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Low washer fluid warning
light Low level of washer fluid Fill the tank.
(U.S.A.) Engine oil replacement
reminder light
Illuminates for about 3 sec-
onds and then flashes for
about 15 seconds approxi-
mately 4500 miles (7200
km) after the engine oil is
changed: Indicates that the
engine oil is scheduled to be
changed.
Check the engine oil, and
change it if necessary.
Comes on and remains on if
the distance driven exceeds
5000 miles (8000 km): Indi-
cates that the engine oil
should be changed. Check and change the
engine oil.
Tire pressure warning
light (if equipped)
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure
Adjust the tire inflation
pressure.
When the light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire
pressure warning system Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

470 6-1. Specifications
Automatic transaxle
Transfer (4WD models)
Fluid capacity4-speed models
8.6 qt. (8.1 L, 7.1 Imp. qt.)
5-speed models
9.3 qt. (8.8 L, 7.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.
Oil capacity 0.48 qt. (0.45 L, 0.40 Imp. qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosityAbove 0
F (-18 C): SAE 90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE 80W or SAE
80W-90

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 220, 225
ABS ........................................... 180
Active head restraints ...............53
Air conditioning filter............... 378
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 378
Automatic air conditioning system ............ 225
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 220
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 101
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 105
Airbag warning light............... 419
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions............ 101
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 105
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 111
General airbag precautions ......................... 105
Locations of airbags ................98
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................ 110
Proper driving
posture ..........................96, 105
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 101
Side airbag precautions ........ 105
SRS airbags ............................98
Antenna..................................... 242
Anti-lock brake system............ 180
Armrest ..................................... 320
Audio input ............................... 262 Audio system
Antenna................................. 242
Audio input ............................ 262
AUX adapter ......................... 262
CD player/changer ................ 245
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 252
Optimal use ........................... 259
Portable music player ........... 262
Radio..................................... 239
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 263
Type ...................................... 236
Automatic air
conditioning system ............. 225
Automatic light control system .................................... 165
Automatic transmission .......... 150
AUX adapter ............................. 262
Auxiliary box ........................... 311
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 396
Wattage................................. 473
Back door
Back door ................................ 46
Wireless remote control .......... 38
Smart key system .. ................. 26
Battery Checking ............................... 360
If the vehicle has a discharged battery .............. 453
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 206
Bluetooth
................................ 270
Bottle holder............................. 309
Brakes Fluid ...................................... 358
Parking brake ........................ 154
A
B

506 Alphabetical index
Radiator .................................... 358
Radio ......................................... 239
Rear seatAdjustment ..............................54
Folding down second seatback ...............................57
Folding down third seatback ...............................59
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 396
Wattage ................................. 473
Rear view monitor system ...... 175
Rear window defogger ............ 233
Rear window wiper .................. 171
Replacing Fuses .................................... 384
Key battery ............................ 380
Light bulbs ............................. 396
Tires ...................................... 430
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ............................ 494
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt .............68
Automatic Locking Retractor ...............................71
Child restraint system installation ........................... 121
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ...................... 334
Emergency Locking
Retractor ...............................71
How to wear your seat belt......68
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................72
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ..............71
Reminder light ....................... 421
Seat belt extenders .................72
Seat belt pretensioners ...........70 Seat heaters ............................. 318
Seating capacity ...................... 204
Seats
Adjustment ........................ 49, 54
Adjustment precaution ...... 53, 62
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 121
Cleaning ................................ 333
Head restraints........................ 65
Properly sitting in the seat....... 96
Seat heaters.......................... 318
Service reminder indicators .............................. 159
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ......... 150
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 449
Shift lock system ..................... 449
Side airbags ............................... 98
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 396
Switch ................................... 165
Wattage................................. 473
Side mirrors Adjusting and folding............... 79
Smart key system
Entry function .......................... 26
Starting the engine ................ 143
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 472
Storage location .................... 430
Spark plug ................................ 469
Specifications .......................... 462
Speech command switch ........ 271
Speedometer ............................ 156
Steering
Column lock release ..... 145, 148
Steering wheel
Adjustment .............................. 76
Audio switches ...................... 263R
S

508 Alphabetical index
Utility vehicle precautions ...... 193
Valet key .....................................24
Vanity lightsVanity lights ........................... 313
Wattage ................................. 473
Vanity mirrors........................... 313
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 464
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 418
Seat belt reminder ................. 421
Warning lights Active torque control
4WD system ............... 419, 421
Anti-lock brake system .......... 419
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ................. 421
Brake assist system .............. 419
Brake system ........................ 418
Charging system .... ............... 419
Cruise control indicator light ..................................... 419
Electric power steering system ................................ 419
Engine oil pressure ............... 419
Engine oil replacement
reminder light ...................... 421
Low fuel level ........................ 421
Low washer fluid ................... 421
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 419
Open door ............................. 421
Pretensioners ........................ 419
Seat belt reminder light ......... 421
Slip indicator light .................. 419
Smart key system... ............... 423
SRS airbags .......................... 419
Tire pressure warning light .... 421 Washer
Checking ............................... 364
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 206
Switch ........................... 169, 171
Washing and waxing ............... 330
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 198
Load limits ............................. 204
Weight ................................... 462
Wheels ...................................... 376
Window glasses ........................ 81
Window lock switch................... 81
Windows
Power windows ....................... 81
Rear window defogger .......... 233
Washer.......................... 169, 171
Windshield wiper de-icer ........ 235
Windshield wipers ................... 169
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 380
Wireless remote control key.... 38
WMA disc.................................. 252U
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510 What to do if...
■Warning lights
P. 419
or
P. 4 1 8P. 419
P. 4 1 9P. 421
P. 4 1 9P. 421
P. 421
or
P. 4 1 9P. 421
P. 4 1 9P. 421
P. 4 2 1P. 421
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