2011 TOYOTA RAV4 brake

483
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) while the engine is running
*
2: Parking brake pedal travel when depress ed with a force of 45 lbf (200 N, 21
kgf)
Steering
Pedal clearance*1Without third seats
3.7 in. (95 mm)
With third seats
4.7 in. (120 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*26 8 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

494 6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

495
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Tire related termMeaning
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer's designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity) The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicl
e's designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of the
maximum loaded vehicle weight, and dividing
by two
Vehicle normal load
on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of curb
weight, accessory weight, and normal occu-
pant weight (distributed in accordance with
Ta b l e 1
* below), and dividing by two

520
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

522
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
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

523
Alphabetical index
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
BC

526 Alphabetical index
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
H

528 Alphabetical index
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
N
O
P