2017 TOYOTA RAV4 differential

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1754-1. Before driving
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Driving
NOTICE
■When encounterin g flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, tran-
saxle, transfer (AWD models), rear differential (AWD models), etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (AWD models), bearings and
suspension joints (where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings,
etc.

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4-1. Before driving
■Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components
(such as an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Toyota rec-
ommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven for
over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start
towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a speed
of less than 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle
acceleration.
■ Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due
to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately
600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.
■ If trailer sway occurs (if equipped)
One or more factors (crosswinds, passing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can
adversely affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing instability.
●If trailer swaying occurs:
• Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.
Do not try to control trailer swaying by turning the steering wheel.
• Begin releasing the accelerator pedal immediately but very gradually to
reduce speed.
Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.
If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle
and trailer should stabilize (if enabled, Trailer Sway Control can also help to
stabilize the vehicle and trailer.).
● After the trailer swaying has stopped:
• Stop in a safe place. Get all occupants out of the vehicle.
• Check the tires of the vehicle and the trailer.
• Check the load in the trailer.
Make sure the load has not shifted.
Make sure the tongue weight is appropriate, if possible.
• Check the load in the vehicle. Make sure the vehicle is not overloaded after occupants get in.
If you cannot find any problems, the speed at which trailer swaying occurred
is beyond the limit of your particular vehicle-trailer combination. Drive at a
lower speed to prevent instability. Remember that swaying of the towing vehi-
cle-trailer increases as speed increases.

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3214-6. Driving tips
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Driving
NOTICE
■To prevent the water damage
Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the
engine or other components does not occur.
● Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.
● Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage.
● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre-
mature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and
transfer case (AWD models), reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■ When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check
the depth of the water and the bottom of the riverbed for firmness. Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
■ Inspection after off-road driving
● Sand and mud that has accumulated around brake drums and around
brake discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system
components.
● Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driv-
ing that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

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6739-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Toyota dealer for further details.
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68 °F
(20 °C):12.3 V or higher
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Rear differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Automatic transaxle
Fluid capacity*6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied
by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

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9-1. Specifications
Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Toyota dealer for further details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,50 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45 lbf (200 N,20 kgf)
Transfer (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.48 qt. (0.45 L, 0.40 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1
15-inch front brake models
3.74 in. (95 mm) Min.
16-inch front brake models
4.02 in. (102 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1 ⎯ 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*26 ⎯ 8 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

726Alphabetical index
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Cargo capacity ......................... 668
Cargo hooks............................. 508
Catch protection function ....... 157
CD player .......................... 336, 409
Chains....................................... 314
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 .......... 123
Battery precautions ....... 563, 661
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 .... 110
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 587
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 35
Seat belt precautions .............. 33
Seat heater precautions........ 499 Child-protectors ...................... 110
Cleaning ........................... 536, 539
Aluminum wheels ................. 537
Exterior ................................. 536
Interior .................................. 539
Radar sensor ................ 234, 300
Seat belts.............................. 540
Clock......................................... 398
Coat hooks ............................... 521
Compass .................................. 530
Condenser................................ 560
Console box ............................. 505
Coolant ..................................... 558 Capacity................................ 672
Checking............................... 558
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 314
Cooling system Engine overheating............... 662
Cruise control
Cruise control ....................... 273
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 261
Warning message................. 630
Cup holders ............................. 506
Curtain shield airbags............... 36
Customizable features ............ 693
Daytime running light system.................................... 215
Defogger Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 486, 493
Rear window ................. 486, 493
Windshield ............................ 485
Differential................................ 673
Dimension ................................ 668
Dinghy towing.......................... 195
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731Alphabetical index
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LightAutomatic High Beam
system ......... ....................... 217
Engine switch light (ignition switch light) ........... 501
Fog light switch ..................... 221
Headlight switch.................... 213
Illuminated entry system ....... 503
Interior lights ......................... 502
Interior light list...................... 501
Luggage compartment light ..................................... 119
Personal lights ...................... 502
Replacing light bulbs............. 591
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Vanity lights .......................... 519
Wattage ................................ 676
Light bulbs Replacing .............................. 591
Wattage ................................ 676
Lock steering column ............. 201
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ....................... 549
General maintenance ........... 545
Maintenance data ................. 668
Maintenance required reminder message.............. 634
Maintenance requirements ...................... 542
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 615
Meter ........................................... 84
Indicators ................................ 78
Instrument panel light control................................... 86
Meters ..................................... 84
Multi-information display ......... 88
Warning lights ....................... 615
Meter control switches.............. 89
Micro dust and pollen filter..... 492 Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror .......... 151
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ................... 486, 493
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 153
Vanity mirrors ....................... 519
Moon roof ................................. 160 Jam protection function ........ 161
Operation .............................. 160
MP3 disc ........................... 336, 409
Multi-information display.......... 88 Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 261
Intuitive parking assist .......... 278
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......... 257
Switching the display .............. 89
Trip information....................... 94
Warning messages ............... 625
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle ........... 8
Odometer ................................... 85
Oil Engine oil .............................. 671
Rear differential oil................ 673
Transfer oil............................ 674
Opener Back door ............................. 113
Fuel filler door ....................... 231
Hood ..................................... 551
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 153 Adjusting and folding ............ 153
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 297
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 486, 493
Outside temperature display .... 85
Overheating, Engine ............... 662M
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULT IMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.