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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
If any washer does not work or the
warning message appears on the
multi-information display, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
Washer fluid
WARNING
■ When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as washer fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bot-
tle.
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6348-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RAV4_OM_OM0R005U_(U)
(AWD models only)
Indicates the AWD system has overheatedA buzzer also sounds.
→ Reduce the vehicle speed or stop the vehi-
cle in a safe place.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The automatic headlight leveling system;
• The Automatic High Beam system (if
equipped); or
• The LED headlight system (if equipped)
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates that the washer fluid level is low
→ Add washer fluid.
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.4
gal. (9.0 L, 2.0 Imp.gal.) or less
→Refuel the vehicle.
Indicates that the outside temperature is approxi-
mately 37 °F (3 °C) or lower
A buzzer also sounds
→ Drive carefully, as the road may be icy.
Indicates that all maintenance according to the
driven distance on the maintenance schedule
*
should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km)
after the message has been reset.
→ If necessary, perform maintenance.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
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728Alphabetical index
RAV4_OM_OM0R005U_(U)
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 ............ 670
If the engine will not start ...... 654
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 196, 198
Overheating .......................... 662
Engine coolant ......................... 558 Capacity ................................ 672
Checking ............................... 558
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 314
Engine immobilizer system ...... 73
Engine oil ................................. 555
Capacity ................................ 671
Checking ............................... 555
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 314
Engine switch (ignition switch)............. 196, 198
Engine switch light (ignition switch light) ............ 501 Entune Audio ........................... 390
AUX Port/USB port ............... 393
Basic Audio Operations ........ 394
CD player.............................. 409
iPod ...................................... 416
Listening to Bluetooth
®
Audio .................................. 439
Radio .................................... 407
Steering wheel audio
switches ............................. 392
USB memory ........................ 421
Using a Bluetooth
®
Phone ................................. 441
Using the AUX port ............... 426
Entune Audio Plus
*
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ................................ 308
Function ................................ 308
Warning light......................... 616
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 72
Flat tire ..................................... 641
Floor mats .................................. 24
Fluid Automatic transaxle .............. 673
Brake .................................... 674
Washer ................................. 564
Fog lights ................................. 221
Replacing light bulbs ............ 594
Switch ................................... 221
Wattage ................................ 676
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 49
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