2015 TOYOTA RAV4 sensor

6147-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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*: The corner and center indicators flash after the indicator for the malfunc-tioning sensor flashes and the vehicle indicator turns off while the buzzer
sounds for approximately 7 seconds.
(Flashes in
yellow for 15 seconds.)Smart key system indicator light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the smart key system
(Flashes)
Intuitive parking assist indicator (warning buzzer)* (if
equipped)Indicates a malfunction in the intuitive parking assist
Warning lightWarning light/Details

6177-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Dynamic Torque Control
AWD system warning light
(if equipped)
When the light blinks:
The system has been over-
loaded and front-wheel drive
has been automatically
engaged.Drop your speed or stop the
vehicle until the light stops
blinking. (Do not stop the
engine.)
When the light comes on:
Malfunction in the Dynamic
Torque Control AWD system.Have the system checked by
your Toyota dealer.
Intuitive parking assist
indicator (warning
buzzer)
*4 (if equipped)
Indicates that the intuitive
parking assist sensor is
dirty or covered with ice.Clean the sensors.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

6187-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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*1: Open door warning buzzer:A buzzer will sound if the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or
more with any door open.
*2: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position
(vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles
with a smart key system), the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle
reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat
belt is still unfastened after 30 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently
for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will
sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the
vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfas-
tened after 30 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds.
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 20 more seconds.
*3: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s ManualSupplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
*4: The corner and center indicators turn on and remain on after the indicatorfor the malfunctioning sensor turns on and the vehicle indicator turns off
while the buzzer sounds for approximately 7 seconds.

6227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors, side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s
seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occu-
pant classification system, “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indi-
cator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, driver’s seat belt
pretensioner, front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner and force limiter, air-
bags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. ( P. 40)
■ Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
■ If the malfunction indicator la mp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes insufficient of the voltage temporarily
drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the
warning buzzer may sound.
■
When the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with the tire
pressure warning system)
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Push-
ing the tire pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure
warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
(vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper-
ature. In this case, adjusting the ti re inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).

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6918-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Automatic
light control
system
( P. 217)
Light sensor sensitivity*1Standard-2 to 2OO
Time elapsed before the
headlights automatically
turn off after the doors are
closed
30
seconds
Off
OO
60
seconds
90
seconds
Automatic High Beam*1OnOff—O
Lights
(  P. 217)Daytime running lights*4OnOffOO
Turn signal
lever
( P. 214)Time of flashing of the
lane change signal flash-
ers
3Off—O
Instrument
cluster
( P. 9 0 )Eco Driving Indicator
Light
*5
(Enable/disable the opera-
tion)OnOff—O
Multi-
information
display
( P. 8 7 )Switching the display
when the average fuel
consumption is displayedEngine
coolant
tempera-
ture gaugeEco Driving Indicator Zone
Display
—O
Automatic
air condition-
ing system
*1
(  P. 306)
A/C Auto switch operationOnOffOO
Switching between out-
side air and recirculated
air mode linked to “AUTO”
switch operation
OnOff—O
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustom-
ized setting12

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8-2. Customization
Illumination
( P. 486)
Interior lights illumination
control
*6OnOffOO
Time elapsed before the
interior lights turn off15
seconds
7.5
seconds
OO30
seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned to the
“LOCK” position (vehicles
without a smart key sys-
tem) or engine switch is
turned off (vehicles with a
smart key system)
OnOff—O
Operation when the doors
are unlockedOnOff—O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle with
the electronic key on your
person (vehicles with a
smart key system)
OnOff—O
Sensitivity of the ambient
light sensor used for dim-
ming the meter lights
etc.
*1
Standard-2 to 2—O
Sensitivity of the ambient
light sensor used for
brightening the meter
lights etc.
*1
Standard-2 to 2—O
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustom-
ized setting12

724Alphabetical index
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Odometer.................................... 88
OilEngine oil .............................. 663
Rear differential oil ................ 666
Transfer oil ............................ 667
Opener Back door.............................. 124
Fuel filler door ....................... 239
Hood ..................................... 533
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 153 Adjusting and folding ............ 153
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 277
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ........................... 316
Outside temperature display .... 87
Overheating, Engine................ 653
Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist) ....... 253
Parking brake ........................... 215 Operation .............................. 215
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 611
Parking lights ........................... 217 Light switch ........................... 217
Replacing light bulbs............. 590
Wattage ................................ 670
Personal lights ......................... 486 Switch ................................... 487
Wattage ................................ 670 Power back door opener
and closer .............................. 124
Power outlet ............................. 505
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system) ....... 272
Warning light......................... 613
Power windows ....................... 155 Jam protection function ........ 156
Operation .............................. 155
Window lock switch .............. 155
Radiator .................................... 544
Radio ................................ 322, 407
Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS)
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Rear seat .................................. 138 Adjustment............................ 138
Folding down the rear seatbacks ........................... 139
Rear side marker lights........... 217 Light switch ........................... 217
Replacing light bulbs ............ 594
Wattage ................................ 670
Rear turn signal lights ............ 214 Replacing light bulbs ............ 594
Turn signal lever ................... 214
Wattage ................................ 670
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 150
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 153
Rear view monitor system ...... 259
Rear window defogger ............ 316
Rear window wiper .................. 234
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Refueling .................................. 237Capacity ................................ 662
Fuel types ..................... 237, 662
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 239
Replacing
Electronic key battery ........... 570
Fuses .................................... 573
Light bulbs ............................ 584
Tires ...................................... 627
Wireless remote control battery ................................ 570
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 698
Resetting the maintenance
required reminder light ......... 521
Seat belts.................................... 30 Adjusting the seat belt ............ 33
Automatic Locking Retractor............................... 34
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 63
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ........................ 517
Emergency Locking Retractor............................... 34
How to wear your seat belt ..... 30
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 34
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 35
Reminder light and buzzer .... 615
Seat belt extender................... 34
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners ............... 699
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 33
SRS warning light ................. 612
Seat heaters ............................. 506
Seat position memory ............. 142
Seating capacity ...................... 180 Seats ................................. 136, 138
Adjustment.................... 136, 138
Adjustment
precautions................. 137, 140
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ................ 63
Cleaning ............................... 516
Driving position memory ....... 142
Folding down the rear seatbacks ........................... 139
Head restraint ....................... 146
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 28
Seat heaters ......................... 506
Seat position memory ........... 142
Sensor Automatic headlight system .......... ...................... 219
Inside rear view mirror .......... 152
Intuitive parking assist .......... 253
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)................................... 245
Service reminder indicators ..... 80
Shift lever Automatic transmission ........ 207
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 645
Shift lock system ..................... 645
Shopping bag hooks ............... 494
Side airbags ............................... 38
Side marker lights ................... 217
Light switch ........................... 217
Replacing light bulbs .... 591, 594
Wattage ................................ 670
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.