2010 TOYOTA RAV4 checking oil

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level gro und. After turning off the engine,
wait more than five minutes for the oil to drain back into the
bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
Low
Full
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engineLow
Full
■ Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selec-
tion P. 466
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp. qt.)
Item Clean funnel
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

502 Alphabetical index
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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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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