2011 TOYOTA RAV4 brake light

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with
the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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(Canada) “ABS” warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system.
Electric power steering warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system.
(Flashes) Cruise control indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
Slip indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The TRAC;
• The AUTO LSD function;
• The hill-start assist control; and
• The downhill assist control system.
(Comes on) Active Torque Control 4WD system warning light (4WD
models)
Indicates a malfunction in the Active Torque Control 4WD
system.
(When the light flashes.
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Warning lightWarning light/Details

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 500) 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
■When the electric power steering warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavie r than usual when operating, firmly
hold and operate it using more force than usual.
■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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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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A/C ..................................... 226, 232
ABS ........................................... 184
Active head restraints ...............53
Air conditioning filter............... 386
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 386
Automatic air conditioning system ............ 232
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 226
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 101
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 105
Airbag warning light............... 427
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions............ 101
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 105
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 110
General airbag precautions ......................... 105
Locations of airbags ................98
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................ 109
Proper driving
posture ..........................96, 105
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 101
Side airbag precautions ........ 105
SRS airbags ............................98 Antenna .................................... 249
Anti-lock brake system ........... 184
Armrest ..................................... 329
Audio input ............................... 269
Audio system
Antenna................................. 249
Audio input ............................ 269
AUX port ............................... 269
CD player/changer ................ 252
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 259
Optimal use ........................... 266
Portable music player ........... 269
Radio..................................... 246
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 270
Type ...................................... 243
Automatic air conditioning system ............. 232
Automatic light control
system .................................... 165
Automatic transmission .......... 150
AUX port ................................... 269
Auxiliary box ........................... 318A

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Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 404
Wattage ................................ 485
Back door Back door ............................... 46
Wireless remote control.......... 38
Smart key system ... ................ 26
Battery
Checking .............................. 369
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............. 463
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 210
Bluetooth
®............................... 277
Bottle holder ............................ 316
Brakes Fluid...................................... 367
Parking brake ....................... 154 Care
Exterior ..................................338
Interior ...................................341
Seat belts ..............................342
Cargo capacity .........................208
Cargo hooks .............................332
CD changer ...............................252
CD player ..................................252
Chains .......................................210
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........116
Booster seats, installation .....120
Convertible seats, definition .............................116
Convertible seats, installation ...........................120
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 110
Infant seats, definition ...........116
Infant seats, installation.........120
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ..................122
Installing CRS with seat
belts ....................................124
Installing CRS with a top tether strap..........................127
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Floor mat................................... 331
FluidBrake ..................................... 367
Washer .................................. 372
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Switch.................................... 168
Wattage ................................. 485
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Switch.................................... 168
Wattage ................................. 485
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 110
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light......................... 429
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................49
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Switch.................................... 165
Wattage ................................. 485
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Wattage ................................. 485
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 478
Fuel gauge ............................ 156
Fuel pump shut off system .... 423
Gas station information ......... 536
Information ............................ 486
Refueling .................................88
Type ...................................... 478
Fuel door.....................................88
Fuel filler door ............................88
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 423
Fuses......................................... 392 Gas station information .......... 536
Gauges...................................... 156
Glove box ................................. 312
Grocery bag hooks .................. 332
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ................ 273
Hazard lights Switch ................................... 414
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................ 65
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Switch ................................... 165
Wattage................................. 485
Heaters
Seat heaters.......................... 327
Side mirrors........................... 240
Hood.......................................... 354
Hooks
Cargo hook ........................... 332
Grocery bag .......................... 332
Horn .......................................... 155FG
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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself
maintenance ....................... 350
General maintenance ............ 346
Maintenance data.................. 474
Maintenance requirements.... 344
Manual air conditioning system .................................... 226
Meter Instrument panel light control ................................. 157
Meters ................................... 156
Micro dust and pollen filter ..... 236
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror.............77
Side mirror heaters................240
Side mirrors .............................79
Vanity mirrors ........................ 320
Moon roof ...................................84
MP3 disc ................................... 259
Noise from under vehicle ..........18 Odometer .................................. 156
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 361
Opener Hood ..................................... 354
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding............... 79
Outside temperature
display .................................... 163
Overhead console.................... 314
Overheating, Engine ................ 466
Parking brake ........................... 154
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Switch ................................... 165
Wattage................................. 485
Personal/interior lights Switch ................................... 308
Wattage................................. 485
Power outlet ............................. 322
Power windows .......................... 81M
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