2010 TOYOTA RAV4 Quick Reference Guide

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Smart Key system* (if equipped)
Start function
NOTE:Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Push Depress
brake pedal Carrying
Green indicator ON
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will change the operation mode in succession from:
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door
only, or all doors. Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
NOTE:Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Power (without starting engine)
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; the engine not running.
All systems OFF.
ACCESSORY
ON
OFF
Back door lock/unlock
Locking operationUnlocking operation
Carry remote to lock/unlockCarry remote to lock/unlock
Front door lockFront door unlock*
Push
Grasp
Push
Grasp Carry remote
to lock/unlock

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OVERVIEW
NOTE:Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough,
Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.
Fuel tank door release and cap
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Store
Driver seat
Hood release
PullPull up latch
and raise hood
Engage support rod

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURESEngine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Windshield and back window washer fluid tank
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will
help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Warranty Maintenance Guide.”
6 cylinder (2GR-FE) engine
Engine maintenance
4cylinder(2AR-FE)engine

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Automatic Transmission
* The engine/“ENGINE START STOP” switch must be “ON” and the brake
pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking
downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always
drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
4-speed models
5-speed models
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
Fourth gear
Parking brake
Pull(2) Push(1) Pull slightly
(3) Lower
SetRelease
FEATURES/OPERATIONS

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Auto lock functions
Four-wheel drive lock switch
Push the switch to ensure that the engine torque is applied to the four
wheels.
NOTE:Should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs on loose or
unpaved surfaces.
Refer to theOwner’s Manualfor more details.
Active torque control 4WD
(4WD models)
Seats-Head restraints
Front seatsSecond row seats
Third row seats
(if equipped)
Lock release button
Lock release button
Lock release button

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seat adjustments-Second row seats
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seatback lock release
Vehicles with third row seatsVehicles without third row seats
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Driver seat: seat position, cushion angle and height
Passenger seat: seat position only
Seatback angle
Lumbar support
Seat adjustments-Front
Manual seatPower seat

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
(2) Lower
(3) Pull down
From inside
From outside (vehicles without third row seats)
(1) Push
(2) Lower
(1) Push
(5) Pull up
(7) Push down
(8) Push to lock in
(4) Fold down
(3) Pull
(9) Push to lock in
(6) Lift up
Seats-Stowing third row seats
(if equipped)
Seats-Folding down second row seats

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
High beam flasher
Low beam
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Headlights
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) (if equipped)
Automatically turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity.
-Automatic light cut off systemWill automatically turn lights off after a
delay of 30 seconds.
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Parking lights
Right turn
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Lane change
Left turn
High beam Auto (if equipped)