2010 TOYOTA RAV4 warning light

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*: If the engine does not start when the electronic key is inside the vehi-cle, the electronic key battery may be depleted or there may be diffi-
culties receiving the si gnal from the key. (P. 3 0 )
Once3 times
Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that the driver’s door
has been opened and closed
with the shift lever in P, the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch in any mode other than
OFF and the electronic key
has been taken out of the
detection area. Turn the
“ENGINE
START
STOP” switch
OFF or con-
firm the loca-
tion of the
electronic
key.
ContinuousContinuous
Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that the driver’s door
has been opened and closed
with the shift lever not in P, the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch in any mode other than
OFF and the electronic key
has been taken out of the
detection area.
• Shift the shift
lever to P.
• Confirm the location of the
electronic
key.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con-
tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
■ Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
● If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger
detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passen-
ger is not sitting in the seat.
● If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen-
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.
■ Changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
Make sure to reset the oil change system. ( P. 355)
■
The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper-
ature. In this case, adjusting the ti re inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire (vehicles with a tire pres-
sure warning system)
The spare tire is also equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter. The tire pressure warning li ght will turn on if the tire inflation
pressure of the spare tire is low. If a tire goes flat, even though the flat
tire is replaced with the spare tire, the tire pressure warning light does
not turn off. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the
proper tire inflation pressure. The ti re pressure warning light will turn off
after a few minutes.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1
minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after flashing for 1 minute fre-
quently when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch is
turned ON, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
■
Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 488) However, Toyota recommends that the
seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passen-
ger that the seat belts are not fastened.
CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Vehicles with run-flat tires:
• Decelerate to the lowest appropr iate speed as soon as possible.
Do not drive over 55 mph (90 km/h).
• Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately.
• If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Have
the tire replaced by the nearest Toyota dealer.
• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and brak ing. If the vehicle tires deterio-
rate, you could lose control of th e steering wheel or the brakes.
●Vehicles with standard tires:
• Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the
tire inflation pressure immediately.
• If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check
the tires. If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat
tire repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and brak ing. If the vehicle tires deterio-
rate, you could lose control of th e steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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CAUTION
■Maintenance of the tires
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ-
ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the
proper tire inflation pr essure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-ti re pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltal e (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressu re telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi ciency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle's hand ling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-
stitute for proper ti re maintenance, an d it is the driver's responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illu mination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire
pressure warning light).

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CAUTION
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) malfunction indicator to indi
cate when the system is not operat-
ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi-
cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure
warning light). When the system det ects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute an d then remain continuously illumi-
nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indi cator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-
ety of reasons, including the installati on of replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-
sure warning system) malfunction te lltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-
nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to
continue to function properly.
NOTICE
■Precaution when installing a different tire
When a tire of a different specification or maker is installed, the tire pres-
sure warning system may not operate properly.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with run-flat tires)
■In some condition (such as at high temperatures)
You cannot continue driving for up to 100 miles (160 km).
■If you cannot distinguish between the standard tires and run-flat
tires
Consult your Toyota dealer.
■For the detailed information on run-flat tires
See the tire warranty book.
NOTICE
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
■To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.
Take your vehicle to the nearest Toyota dealer or authorized tire
dealer as soon as possible.
■ Run-flat tires (A “RFT” or “DSST” mark is molded on the
sidewall)
You can continue driving a
vehicle with run-flat tires even
if any tire goes flat.
It is possible to run for a max-
imum of 100 miles (160 km)
at a speed below 55 mph (90
km/h) after the tire pressure
warning light comes on.
( P. 418)

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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
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DoorsDoor glasses ...........................81
Door lock ..................... 26, 38, 42
Side mirrors .............................79
Downhill assist control
system .................................... 189
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 421
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 135
Correct posture .......................96
Procedures ............................ 134
Winter driving tips.................. 206
Electric power steering ........... 180
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is discharged........... 451
Emergency flasher
Switch.................................... 406
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer
sounds... ............................ 418
If a warning light turns on ........................................ 418
If the electronic key does not operate properly............ 451
If the engine will not start ...... 448
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted ................................. 449
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery .............. 453
If you have a flat tire ............. 430
If you lose your keys ............. 450
If you think something is wrong .................................. 414
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 458
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................. 459
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 407
If your vehicle overheats ....... 456 Engine
Compartment ........................ 350
Engine switch ................ 143, 147
Hood ..................................... 346
How to start the
engine ......................... 143, 147
Identification number............. 464
If the engine will not start ...... 448
Ignition switch ............... 143, 147
Overheating .......................... 456
Engine compartment cover .... 352
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 468
Checking ............................... 357
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 206
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 156
Engine immobilizer system ...... 92
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 466
Checking ............................... 353
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 206
Engine oil maintenance data ......................................... 355
Enhanced vehicle stability control .................................... 180
Enhanced VSC ......................... 180
EPS............................................ 180
Event data recorder ................. 416
Floor mat .................................. 322
Fluid
Brake..................................... 358
Washer.................................. 364
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