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9-3. Initialization
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Vehicle specifications
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system opera-
tion after such cases as the battery being reconnected, or main-
tenance being performed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Power back door
(if equipped)• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuse
P. 123
Moon roof (If equipped)
• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuse
P. 162
Maintenance required
reminder light
(U.S.A. only)• After the mainte-
nance is performedP. 543
Tire pressure warning
system (If equipped)• When changing the
tire sizeP. 5 6 8
Toyota parking assist
monitor (if equipped)
• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuseRefer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
Panoramic view
monitor (if equipped)

724What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RAV4_OM_OM42A41U_(U)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. (→P. 156)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( →P. 200)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( →P. 616)
●The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? (→P. 211)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( →P. 615, 626)
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( →P. 637)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 615, 626.
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
(vehicles with smart key system)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with smart key system)
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 484, 490Air conditioning filter ............. 583
Automatic air conditioning
system ......... ....................... 490
Manual air conditioning
system ......... ....................... 484
Micro dust and pollen filter .... 492
ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) .................................. 297 Function ................................ 297
Warning light ......................... 616
Air conditioning filter .............. 583
Air conditioning system ............................ 484, 490
Air conditioning filter ............. 583
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 490
Manual air conditioning system ......... ....................... 484
Micro dust and pollen filter .... 492
Airbags ....................................... 36 Airbag operating conditions .... 44
Airbag precautions for your child .............................. 39
Airbag warning light .............. 616
Correct driving posture ........... 26
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 44
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................... 41
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 49
General airbag precautions .... 39
Locations of airbags................ 36
Modification and disposal of airbags.............................. 43
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 44 Side airbag precautions .......... 41
Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 44
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 41
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ............... 711
SRS airbags ........................... 36
All-wheel drive lock switch..... 296
Anchor brackets ........................ 62
Antenna Radio ............................ 337, 409
Smart key system ................. 130
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ...................................... 297 Function ................................ 297
Warning light......................... 616
Approach warning Dynamic radar cruise
control ................................ 267
Armrest..................................... 521
Assist grips .............................. 522
Audio input ...................... 332, 394
Audio system ........................... 326 Audio input............................ 332
AUX port/USB port............. 332, 348, 354
Bluetooth
® audio .................. 361
CD player.............................. 338
iPod ...................................... 348
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 338
Optimal use .......................... 334
Portable music player ........... 332
Radio .................................... 336
Steering wheel audio
switch ................................. 329
USB memory ........................ 354
AUTO LSD ................................ 297
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Automatic air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............. 583
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 490
Automatic High Beam ............. 216
Automatic light control system .................................... 215
Automatic transmission.......... 203 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 657
Paddle shift switches ........... 206
AUX port ........................... 332, 394
Auxiliary box ............................ 507
Back door Back door.............................. 117
Jam protection function......... 122
Power back door ................... 119
Wireless remote control ........ 103
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs............. 599
Wattage ................................ 678
Battery ...................................... 561 Battery checking ................... 561
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 660
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 315
Warning light/ message ..................... 615, 630
Bluetooth
®........................ 386, 473
Audio system ................ 378, 440
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ..... 381, 442
Registering a Bluetooth
® device....... 367, 433
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device ......................... 369, 435
Wireless communication ........... 361, 428
Bluetooth
® audio ............. 378, 440 Bluetooth
® phone
(audio system)....................... 361
Deleting the call history ........ 375
Making a call......................... 381
Managing speed dials........... 374
Managing the contacts ......... 376
Phone settings ...................... 368
Receiving a call .................... 383
Speaking on the phone......... 381
Bluetooth
® phone (Entune Audio)
Deleting the call history ........ 459
Making a call......................... 444
Managing the contacts ......... 463
Message function ................. 451
Phone settings ...................... 457
Receiving a call .................... 447
Speaking on the phone......... 448
Bottle holders .......................... 507
Brake Fluid ...................................... 560
Parking brake ....................... 211
Warning light/message..................... 615, 627
Brake assist ............................. 297
Break-in tips............................. 167
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control .................................. 87
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 305 Blind Spot Monitor
function............................... 309
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function............................... 312
Care .................................. 536, 539 Aluminum wheels ................. 537
Exterior ................................. 536
Interior .................................. 539
Radar sensor ................ 233, 308
Seat belts.............................. 540
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Cargo capacity ......................... 670
Cargo hooks............................. 508
Catch protection function ....... 157
CD player .......................... 338, 410
Chains....................................... 315
Child restraint system ............... 57Booster seats, definition ......... 57
Booster seats, installation ....... 67
Convertible seats, definition ............................... 57
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 64
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 49
Infant seats, definition ............. 57
Infant seats, installation .......... 64
Installing CRS with LATCH system ..................... 62
Installing CRS with seat belts ...................................... 64
Installing CRS with top tether strap ........................... 69
Child safety ................................ 56
Airbag precautions .................. 39
Back door precautions .......... 124
Battery precautions ....... 563, 663
Child restraint system ............. 57
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 32
Installing child restraints ......... 61
Moon roof precautions .......... 163
Power window lock switch .... 156
Power window
precautions ......................... 159
Rear door child-protectors .... 114
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 587
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 35
Seat belt precautions .............. 33
Seat heater precautions........ 499 Child-protectors ...................... 114
Cleaning ........................... 536, 539
Aluminum wheels ................. 537
Exterior ................................. 536
Interior .................................. 539
Radar sensor ................ 233, 308
Seat belts.............................. 540
Clock......................................... 399
Coat hooks ............................... 521
Compass .................................. 530
Condenser................................ 560
Console box ............................. 505
Coolant ..................................... 558 Capacity................................ 674
Checking............................... 558
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 315
Cooling system Engine overheating............... 664
Cruise control
Cruise control ....................... 272
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 260
Warning message................. 631
Cup holders ............................. 506
Curtain shield airbags............... 36
Customizable features ............ 695
Daytime running light system.................................... 214
Defogger Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 486, 493
Rear window ................. 486, 493
Windshield ............................ 485
Differential................................ 675
Dimension ................................ 670
Dinghy towing.......................... 195
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DisplayDynamic radar cruise
control................................. 260
Fuel consumption information............................ 98
Intuitive parking assist .......... 278
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 256
Multi-information display ......... 89
Trip information ....................... 90
Warning message ................. 626
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 549
Doors Automatic door locking
and unlocking system ......... 114
Back door.............................. 117
Door glasses ......................... 156
Door lock....................... 111, 117
Open door warning buzzer ... 131
Open door warning light/ message ..................... 616, 628
Outside rear view mirrors...... 153
Rear door child-protectors .... 114
Side doors............................. 111
Driver’s seat belt reminder light......................................... 616
Driver’s seat position
memory .................................. 144
Driving ...................................... 166 Break-in tips .......................... 167
Correct posture ....................... 26
Driving in the rain .................. 167
Driving mode select
switch ................................. 205
Procedures ........................... 166
Winter drive tips .................... 315
Driving position memory ........ 144
Dynamic Torque Control AWD system .......................... 298 Dynamic radar cruise
control .................................... 260
Function ................................ 260
Warning message................. 627
Eco drive mode........................ 205
EDR (Event data recorder)........ 10
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ...................................... 298 Function ................................ 298
Warning light......................... 616
Electronic key .......................... 102 Battery-saving function ......... 131
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 658
Replacing the battery............ 585
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds................................ 615
If a warning light turns on .............................. 615
If a warning message
is displayed ........................ 626
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 658
If the engine will not start ...... 655
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 657
If the vehicle has
discharged battery.............. 660
If you have a flat tire ............. 642
If you lose your keys ............. 104
If you think something is wrong ................................. 613
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 667
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 605
If your vehicle needs to be towed.................................. 607
If your vehicle overheats....... 664
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Emergency flashers ................ 604
Engine“ACC” position ...................... 196
Accessory mode ................... 199
Compartment ........................ 554
Engine switch................ 196, 198
Hood ..................................... 551
How to start the engine......................... 196, 198
Identification number ............ 672
If the engine will not start ...... 655
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 196, 198
Overheating .......................... 664
Engine coolant ......................... 558 Capacity ................................ 674
Checking ............................... 558
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 315
Engine immobilizer system ...... 73
Engine oil ................................. 555
Capacity ................................ 673
Checking ............................... 555
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 315
Engine switch (ignition switch)............. 196, 198
Engine switch light (ignition switch light) ............ 501 Entune Audio ........................... 391
AUX Port/USB port ............... 394
Basic Audio Operations ........ 395
CD player.............................. 410
iPod ...................................... 417
Listening to Bluetooth
®
Audio .................................. 440
Radio .................................... 408
Steering wheel audio
switches ............................. 393
USB memory ........................ 422
Using a Bluetooth
®
Phone ................................. 442
Using the AUX port ............... 427
Entune Audio Plus
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EPS (Electric Power Steering) ................................ 298
Function ................................ 298
Warning light......................... 616
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 72
Flat tire ..................................... 642
Floor mats .................................. 24
Fluid Automatic transaxle .............. 675
Brake .................................... 676
Washer ................................. 564
Fog lights ................................. 220
Replacing light bulbs ............ 594
Switch ................................... 220
Wattage ................................ 678
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 49
Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light................. 616
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Front seats ............................... 139Adjustment ............................ 139
Cleaning................................ 539
Correct driving posture ........... 26
Driving position memory ....... 144
Head restraints ..................... 146
Seat heaters ......................... 499
Seat position memory ........... 144
Front side marker lights.......... 212 Light switch ........................... 212
Replacing light bulbs............. 594
Wattage ................................ 678
Front turn signal lights ........... 210 Replacing light bulbs............. 593
Turn signal lever ................... 210
Wattage ................................ 678
Fuel ........................................... 672
Capacity ................................ 672
Fuel gauge .............................. 85
Fuel pump shut off system ......... ....................... 614
Information ............................ 679
Refueling............................... 228
Type ...................................... 672
Warning light/ message ..................... 617, 635
Fuel consumption
information .............................. 98
Fuel filler door.......................... 228 Refueling............................... 228
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 614
Fuses ........................................ 588
Gas station information .......... 740
Garage door opener ................ 523
Gauges ....................................... 85
Glove box ................................. 505
Grocery bag hooks .................. 508 Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ....... 381, 442
HD Radio
® system*
Head restraints ........................ 146
Headlights ................................ 212 Automatic High Beam ........... 216
Light switch ........................... 212
Replacing light bulbs ............ 592
Wattage ................................ 678
Heated steering wheel ............ 499
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system .......... ...................... 490
Manual air conditioning
system .......... ...................... 484
Heated steering wheel .......... 500
Seat heaters ......................... 500
Outside rear view mirrors ........................ 486, 493
High mounted stoplight
Replacing.............................. 601
Hill-start assist control ........... 297
Hood ......................................... 551
Hooks Cargo hooks ......................... 508
Coat hooks ........................... 521
Grocery bag hooks ............... 508
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............................. 24
Horn .......................................... 149
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULT IMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.