2013 TOYOTA RAV4 engine

OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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INDEX
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Engine maintenance 9
Fuel tank door release and cap 8
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry* 6
Smart Key system* 7
Active torque control AWD (AWD models) 11
Air Conditioning/Heating 18-19
Audio 20-21
Auto lock/unlock* 10
Automatic Transmission 10
Bottle holders 25
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert 24Clock 19
Cruise control 23
Cup holders 25
Door locks 16
Door-Power back 14
Light control-Instrument panel 19Lights & turn signals 13
Moonroof 16
Parking brake 11
Power outlets-12V DC 22
Seat adjustments-Front 12
Seat adjustments-Rear 12
Seat heaters 18
Seats-Head restraints 11
Telephone controls (Bluetooth
®) 17
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 17
VSC OFF button 22
Windows-Power 15
Windshield wipers & washers 15
Doors-Child safety locks 27
Floor mat installation 29
Seat belts 26
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 27
Spare tire & tools 27
Star Safety System
TM 28-29
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 26
* Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.

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Instrument panel
Steering wheel controls
Steering wheel audio controls2
Telephone controls2
Voice command button1,2
Multi-Information Display switch2
Cruise control
Ignition switch (standard key)1
Tilt and telescopic steering release
Headlight, turn signal and fog light1 control
Wiper and washer controls
“ENGINE START STOP” button (Smart Key)
1
Emergency flasher switch
Intuitive parking assist switch1
Clock
Engine immobilizer indicator
Front passenger occupant classification indicator
Display Audio system
2
Air Conditioning controls
Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger switch
Display Audio system

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Open door warning
Tachometer
Service indicator and reminder
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Automatic Transmission shift position/shift range indicator
Multi-Information Display
Instrument cluster
Charging system warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Brake system warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Indicator symbols
Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Low fuel level warning
Airbag warning1
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Dynamic Torque Control AWD system warning light1
1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2
For details, refer to “All-wheel drive lock switch,” Section 4-5, 2013 Owner’s Manual.
3 The indicator flashes to indicate that the system is operating.

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Turn signal indicator
Fog light indicator
Low windshield washer fluid level warning1
Headlight high beam indicator
Electric power steering system warning1
All-Wheel Drive lock indicator1,2
AUTO Limited Slip Differential indicator1
Cruise control indicator4/Cruise control SET indicator4
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
4 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 4-5, 2013 Owner’s Manual.5 Light flashes in yellow to indicate a malfunction. Light flashes quickly in green to indicate that
the steering lock has not been released.
6 The indicator flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF indicator1
Smart Key system indicator5
Traction Control OFF indicator1
Front passenger occupant classification indicator
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator
Eco Driving Indicator Light
ECO mode indicator
High coolant temperature warning1
Blind Spot Monitor warning1/Blind Spot Monitor outside
rearview mirror indicators Slip indicator
1,3
SPORT indicator
Intuitive parking assist indicator6

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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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 lockCarry remote to unlock
Front door lockFront door unlock*
TouchGrasp
Push to
lock
Push to unlock Carry remote
to lock/unlock

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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
Pull upTurn to open
Store
Driver seat
Hood release
PullPull up latch
and raise hood
Engage support rod

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Engine 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.”
Engine maintenance

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Automatic Transmission
* The ignition/“ENGINE START STOP” switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal
depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.

+: Upshift (push and release)

-: Downshift (pull and release)
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.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
P
R
N
D
“S” mode
“S” (Sequential) mode
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Vehicles without Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the ignition switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or “LOCK” and
driver’s door is opened.
Vehicles with Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is set to OFF and driver’s
door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.