2010 TOYOTA RAV4 engine

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system................. 26
Wireless remote control ....... 38
Side doors ............................ 42
Back door ............................. 46
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ........................... 49
Rear seats ............................ 54
Head restraints ..................... 65
Seat belts ............................. 68
Steering wheel ..................... 76
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror.......................... 77
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 79
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .................... 81
Moon roof ............................. 84
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .... 88 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ................................ 92
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)............................... 95
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 96
SRS airbags ......................... 98
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 111
Child restraint systems ....... 117
Installing child restraints ..... 121
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 134
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart
key system) ...................... 143
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart
key system) ...................... 147
Automatic transmission ...... 150
Turn signal lever ................. 153
Parking brake ..................... 154
Horn .................................... 155
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 156
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 159
Trip information display ...... 162
1Before driving
2When driving

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Security and system setup ................................ 289
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 ........... 330
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 333
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 336
General maintenance ......... 338
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 341
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 342
Hood ................................... 346
Positioning a floor jack........ 348
Engine compartment .......... 350
Tires.................................... 365
Tire inflation pressure ......... 372
Wheels................................ 376
Air conditioning filter ........... 378
Key battery ......................... 380
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 384
Light bulbs .......................... 396
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 406
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 407
If you think something is wrong ............................ 414
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 415
Event data recorder ............ 416
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 418
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with standard
tires) .................................. 430
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with run-flat
tires) .................................. 447
If the engine will not start .... 448
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 449
If you lose your keys ........... 450
If the electronic key does not operate properly.......... 451
If the battery is discharged ........................ 453
If your vehicle overheats ..... 456
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 458
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 459 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 462
Fuel information.................. 474
Tire information .................. 477
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 488
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................. 491
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 494
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 495
Abbreviation list ......................... 498
Alphabetical index ..................... 500
What to do if... ........................... 509
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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Cruise control switch P. 172
“DISP” switch P. 163Audio remote control switches ,* P. 263
Without hands-free phone system
Engine (ignition) switch
(without smart key system)
P. 147
Instrument panelPictorial index
With hands-free phone system
Cruise control switch P. 172
“DISP” switch P. 163Audio remote control switches P. 263
Talk switch P. 271
Telephone switch P. 271
Engine (ignition) switch
(without smart key system)
P. 147

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With an automatic air conditioning system
With a manual air conditioning system
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Air conditioning system P. 220
Rear window defogger switch
Outside rear view mirror defogger switch
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P. 233
P. 233
Engine (ignition) switch
(with smart key system)
P. 143
Air conditioning system P. 225
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch P. 233
Security indicator P. 92
Security indicator P. 92
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound
coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel
evaporation leakage check and it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that these
parts are not covered by Toyota warranty and that Toyota is not responsible
for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may
cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products may affect performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.

Before driving1
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1-1. Key informationKeys ................................... 24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system .............. 26
Wireless remote control ..... 38
Side doors .......................... 42
Back door ........................... 46
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ......................... 49
Rear seats.......................... 54
Head restraints................... 65
Seat belts ........................... 68
Steering wheel ................... 76
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ....................... 77
Outside rear view mirrors.............................. 79
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .................. 81
Moon roof ........................... 84
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ................................... 88 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ............................. 92
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ............................ 95
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture....... 96
SRS airbags ....................... 98
Front passenger occupant classification system ...... 111
Child restraint systems..... 117
Installing child restraints ........................ 121

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the
electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Locks and unlocks the doors ( P. 2 7 )
Locks and unlocks the back door ( P. 27)
Starts the engine ( P. 143)
Electronic key
Electronic key
Electronic key

: If equipped