2015 TOYOTA RAV4 washer fluid

19Pictorial index
RAV4_OM_OM42A78U_(U)Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 214
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 217
Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime running lights . . . . P. 217
Fog lights
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 228
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 229
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 229
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 550
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 615
Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 533
Manual air conditioning system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 300
Automatic air conditioning system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 306
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 300, 306
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 316
Audio system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 319
Entune Audio
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 319, 387
Entune Audio Plus/Entune Premium Audio
with Navigation
*1, 2
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 504
Power back door main switch
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 126
Fuel filler door opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 239
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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2. Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when 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), to indicate that a system check is being performed.
They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There
may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not come on, or turn off.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*3: The light comes on to indicate that the intuitive parking assist sensor is dirtyor covered with ice.
Seat belt reminder light
(P. 615)
(yellow)
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam
warning light ( P. 613)
Low fuel level warning
light ( P. 615)*1Low washer fluid
warning light ( P. 615)
*1High engine coolant
temperature warning
light ( P. 615)
(yellow)
(if equipped)
Smart key system
indicator ( P. 614, 619)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Maintenance required
reminder light ( P. 616)*2, 3
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator (P. 614, 617)
*1
(if equipped)
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light ( P. 613)
(yellow)
(if equipped)
LDA warning lights
(P. 613)
*1
(if equipped)
Dynamic Torque Control
AWD system warning
light ( P. 617)*1
(if equipped)
BSM warning light
(P. 613)
(yellow)
Cruise control warning
light ( P. 613)*1
(if equipped)
Tire pressure warning
light (P. 616)

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
If equipped, wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent opera-
tion is selected.Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Washer/wiper dual operation
The wipers will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.
■The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid reservoir.
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2334-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
CAUTION
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the wipers on longer than necessary when the engine is off.

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
■The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.

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4-6. Driving tips
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Driving
Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician ins pect the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
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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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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Fuses(P. 573)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 584)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and condenser ( P. 544)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 562)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid(P. 550)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
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