2014 TOYOTA RAV4 oil level

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Emergency flashers .......... 600
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 601
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................... 603
If you think something is wrong ......... 609
Fuel pump shut off system............................. 610
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 611
If you have a flat tire .......... 627
If the engine will not start ..................... 643
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 645
If the electronic key does not operate properly
(vehicles with a
smart key system) ........... 646
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................... 649
If your vehicle overheats ... 653
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................ 656 8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 660
Fuel information ................. 671
Tire information.................. 674
8-2. Customization Customizable features ....... 687
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize ................ 695
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 698
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 699
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 701
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ..................... 712
Alphabetical index ...................... 717
7When trouble arises8Vehicle specifications
9For owners
Index
For vehicles with an Entune Premium Audio with Navigation or
Entune Audio Plus, refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” for information regarding the equip-
ment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Audio system

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6-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. ( P. 546)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct
level? (P. 544)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct
level? (P. 542)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level?
(P. 538)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser
The radiator and condenser should
be free from foreign objects.
(P. 544)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 550)

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Maintenance and care
Engine coolant level (P. 542)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 50% coolant and
50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 55% coolant and
45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding cool- ant)
Engine oil level ( P. 538)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
ItemsParts and tools

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine compar tment
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 542)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 540)
Battery ( P. 546)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 544)
Fuse box ( P. 573) Radiator (
P. 544)
Condenser ( P. 544)
Electric cooling fans
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 538)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 550)1
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oilPark the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Flat dipstick: Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Non-flat dipstick: Reinsert
the non-flat dipstick fully with
its protruding areas ( in
the illustration) pointing
towards the engine.
Engine oil
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Maintenance and care
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the
oil level.Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may differ depending on the type of vehicle or
engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
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Flat dipstickNon-flat dipstick
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed
before adding oil.Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
■ Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or
when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
Engine oil selection P. 663
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.