2010 TOYOTA RAV4 automatic

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

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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
■
Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine bl ock as shown.
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Engine
Model 2AR-FE2GR-FE
Ty p e 4-cylinder in line,
4-cycle, gasoline6-cylinder V type,
4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke
3.54 
3.86 in.
(90.0  98.0 mm) 3.70 
3.27 in.
(94.0  83.0 mm)
Displacement 152.2 cu.in. (2494 cm3) 210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm3)
Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment

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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6-2. Customization
Customizable features
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Smart key
system
(if equipped)
(
P. 26) Smart key system On Off
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers)
On Off
Operation signal
(Buzzer) On Off
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(
P. 38) Wireless remote control On Off
Unlocking operation
Driver's door
unlocked in one step, all doors
unlocked in two steps All doors
unlocked in one step
Automatic door lock
function to be activated
if door is not opened
after being unlocked On Off
Time elapsed before
automatic door lock
function is activated if
door is not opened after
being unlocked 60 seconds
30 seconds
120 seconds
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers) On Off
Door lock buzzer On Off
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be
personalized to your preferen ces. Programming these preferences
requires specialized equipment and may be performed by your
Toyota dealer.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions
being customized. Contact your Toyota dealer.

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6-2. Customization
6
Vehicle specifications
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(
P. 3 8 )
Operation signal
(Buzzer)
On Off
Panic function On Off
Door lock
(
P. 42,
451) Unlocking using a key Driver's door
unlocked in one step, all doors
unlocked in two steps All doors
unlocked in one step
Automatic
light control
system
( P. 165) Light sensor sensitivity Level 3 Level 1 to 5
Time elapsed before
headlights automati-
cally turn off after doors
are closed
30 seconds0 second
60 seconds
90 seconds
Lights
(
P. 165) Daytime running light
system (U.S.A. only)
On Off
Illumination
(
P. 300) Time elapsed before
lights turn off
15 seconds7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlocked On Off
Vehicles with smart key
system: Operation after
the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is turned
OFF
Vehicles without smart
key system: Operation
after the engine switch
is turned to the “LOCK”
position On Off
Front foot lights On Off
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized setting

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WD 2 Wheel Drive
4WD 4 Wheel Drive A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
ACC Accessory ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
AUTO LSD Automatic Limited Slip Differential AVG Average
CRS Child Restraint System
DAC Downhill Assist Control
DISP Display ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data RecorderELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission Inspection and Maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl M+S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board DiagnosticsRFT Run-Flat Tire
SRS Supplemental Restraint System TIN Tire Identification Number

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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
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