2012 TOYOTA RAV4 warning lights

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 136
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart
key system).................... 145
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart
key system).................... 149
Automatic transmission................... 152
Turn signal lever .............. 155
Parking brake ................... 156
Horn ................................. 157
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 158
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 161
Trip information display .... 164
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 167
Fog light switch ................ 171
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 173
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 177 2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control ................... 179
Rear view monitor system ........................... 183
Driving assist systems ..... 191
Hill-start assist control ...... 198
Downhill assist control system ........................... 200
Four-wheel drive lock switch ............................. 203
2-5. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions .................... 204
Cargo and luggage .......... 209
Vehicle load limits ............ 215
Winter driving tips ............ 217
Trailer towing ................... 221
Dinghy towing .................. 231

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Indicators and war ning lights
The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen-
ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
■ Instrument cluster
■ Center panel

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
CAUTION
■
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems
are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in
death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
■ Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 436)
*1: These lights turn on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart key system) or
the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without
smart key system) to indicate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few
seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not
come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer for details.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
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(U.S.A.)(U.S.A.)(if equipped)(if equipped)
(if equipped)(4WD models)
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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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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 234, 240
ABS ........................................... 191
Active head restraints ...............54
Air conditioning filter............... 395
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 395
Automatic air conditioning system ............ 240
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 234
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 104
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 108
Airbag warning light............... 437
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions............ 104
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 108
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 113
General airbag precautions ......................... 108
Locations of airbags .............. 101
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................ 112
Proper driving
posture ..........................99, 108
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 104
Side airbag precautions ........ 108
SRS airbags .......................... 101
Antenna..................................... 257
Anti-lock brake system............ 191
Armrest ..................................... 337
Audio input ............................... 277 Audio system
Antenna................................. 257
Audio input ............................ 277
AUX port ............................... 277
CD player/changer ................ 260
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 267
Optimal use ........................... 274
Portable music player ........... 277
Radio..................................... 254
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 278
Type ...................................... 251
Automatic air
conditioning system ............. 240
Automatic light control system .................................... 167
Automatic transmission .......... 152
AUX port ................................... 277
Auxiliary box ........................... 326
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 413
Wattage................................. 495
Back door
Back door ................................ 46
Smart key system .. ................. 26
Wireless remote control .......... 38
Battery Checking ............................... 377
If the vehicle has a discharged battery .............. 473
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 217
Bluetooth
®................................ 285
Bottle holder............................. 324
Brakes Fluid ...................................... 375
Parking brake ........................ 156
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Alphabetical index
Tachometer .............................. 158
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 413
Switch ................................... 167
Wattage ................................ 495
Talk switch ............................... 286
Telephone switch .................... 286
Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system..... 95
Theft prevention labels ............. 98
Tire inflation pressure ............ 388
Tire information Glossary ............................... 504
Size ...................................... 501
Tire identification number ..... 500
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 502
Tires Chains .................................. 217
Checking .............................. 381
If you have a flat tire ............. 449
Inflation pressure .................. 388
Information ........................... 499
Replacing ............................. 449
Rotating tires ........................ 381
Size ...................................... 494
Snow tires............................. 217
Tire pressure warning system........................ 381, 438
Tools......................................... 449
Total load capacity .................. 215
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 231
Emergency towing ................ 426
Trailer towing ........................ 221
Traction control ....................... 191
TRAC ........................................ 191
Trip information....................... 164
Trip meter................................. 158
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 413
Switch ................................... 155
Wattage ................................ 495 Utility vehicle precautions ......204
Valet key .....................................24
Vanity lights
Vanity lights ...........................328
Wattage .................................495
Vanity mirrors...........................328
Vehicle identification
number ...................................486
Vehicle Stability Control..........191
VSC............................................191
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................436
Seat belt reminder .................438
Warning lights Active Torque Control 4WD system ...............437, 438
Anti-lock brake system ..........437
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ................. 438
Brake assist system ..............437
Brake system ........................436
Charging system .... ...............437
Cruise control indicator light .....................................437
Electric power steering ..........437
Engine oil pressure ...............437
Low fuel level ........................438
Low washer fluid ...................438
Maintenance required
reminder light ......................438
Malfunction indicator lamp ....437
Open door .............................438
Pretensioners ........................437
Seat belt reminder light .........438
Slip indicator light ..................437
Smart key system... ...............442
SRS airbags ..........................437
Tire pressure warning light ....438TU
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■Warning lights
P. 437
or
P. 4 3 6P. 437
P. 4 3 7P. 438
P. 4 3 7P. 438
P. 438
or
P. 4 3 7P. 438
P. 4 3 7P. 438
P. 4 3 8P. 438
Brake system warning
lightElectric power steering
warning light
Active Torque Control 4WD sys-
tem warning light
Charging system warn-
ing lightLow fuel level warning
light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
Malfunction indicator
lampFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Maintenance required
reminder light
SRS warning lightLow washer fluid warn-
ing light
Open door warning lightAutomatic transmission fluid temper-
ature warning light