2021 TOYOTA RAV4 parking brake

6728-2. Steps to take in an emergency
nearest Toyota dealer.
1Stop the engine. Set the
parking brake and shift the
shift lever to P.
2 Remove the mud, snow or
sand from around the stuck
tire.
3 Place wood, stones or some
other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
4 Restart the engine.
5 Shift the shift lever to D or R
and release the parking
brake. Then, while exercising
caution, depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the
vehicle
Press to turn off TRAC.
(  P.365)
WARNING
■When inspecting under the
hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precau-
tions.
Failure to do so may result in seri-
ous injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from
under the hood, do not open the
hood until the steam has sub-
sided. The engine compart-
ment may be very hot.
●Keep hands and clothing (espe-
cially a tie, a scarf or a muffler)
away from the fan and belts.
Failure to do so m ay cause the
hands or clothing to be caught,
resulting in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the coolant reser-
voir cap while the engine and
radiator are hot. High tempera-
ture steam or coolant could
spray out.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Add coolant slowly after the
engine has cooled down suffi-
ciently. Adding cool coolant to a
hot engine too quickly can cause
damage to the engine.
■To prevent damage to the
cooling system
Observe the following precau-
tions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant
with foreign matter (such as
sand or dust etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additive.
If the vehicle becomes
stuck
Carry out the following pro-
cedures if the tires spin or
the vehicle becomes stuck
in mud, dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure

7009-2. Customization
9-2.Customization
■Changing using the naviga-
tion/multimedia system
1 Press the “MENU” button.
2 Select “Setup” on the menu
screen and select “Vehicle”.
3 Select “Vehicle Customiza-
tion”.
Various setting can be changed.
Refer to the list o f settings that can
be changed for details.
■Changing using the multi-
information display
1 Press or of the meter
control switches and select
.
2 Press or of the meter
control switches, select the
item.
3 To switch the function on and
off, press to switch to the
desired setting. 4
To perform detailed setting of
functions that support
detailed settings, press and
hold and display the set-
ting screen.
The method of pe rforming detailed
setting differs for each screen.
Please refer to the advice sentence
displayed on the screen.
To go back to the p revious screen
or exit the customize mode, press
.
■When customizing using the
navigation/multimedia system
or multi-information display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place,
apply the parking brake, and shift
the shift lever to P . Also, to prevent
battery discharge, leave the engine
running while customizing the fea-
tures.
Customizable features
Your vehicle includes a vari-
ety of electronic features
that can be personalized to
suit your preferences. The
settings of these features
can be changed using the
multi-information display,
navigation/multimedia sys-
tem, or at your Toyota
dealer.
Customizing vehicle fea-
tures
WARNING
■During customization
As the engine needs to be operat-
ing during customi zation, ensure
that the vehicle is parked in a
place with adequate ventilation. In
a closed area such as a garage,
exhaust gases in cluding harmful
carbon monoxide (CO) may col-
lect and enter the vehicle. This
may lead to death or a serious
health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge,
ensure that the engine is running
while customizing features.

7109-2. Customization
■PKSB (Parking Support Brake)* ( P.281)
*: If equipped
■Stop & Start system* ( P.349)
*: If equipped
■Automatic air conditioning system* ( P.522)
*: If equipped
■Illumination ( P.532)
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
PKSB (Parking Support
Brake) functionOnOff–O–
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Change the Stop & Start sys-
tem duration when the A/C is
on
StandardExtended–O–
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C Auto switch operationOnOffO–O
Switching to t he outside air
mode when the vehicle is
parked
OnOff––O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the inte-
rior lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O–O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned offOnOff––O
Operation when the doors
are unlockedOnOff––O
ABC
ABC
ABC
ABC

7129-3. Initialization
9-3.Initialization
*1: If equipped
*2: Vehicles with Audio Plus or Premium Audio, refer to “NAVIGATION AND
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system
operation after such cases as the battery being reconnected,
or maintenance being performed on the vehicle:
List of the items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Power back door*1
• After reconnecting or chang- ing the battery
• After changing a fuseP.124
Intuitive parking assist*1P.277
Parking Support Brake*1P.285
Power windows
• When functioning abnor- mally
P.158
Moon roof*1P.162
Panoramic moon roof*1P.165
Maintenance required
reminder message• After the maintenance is performedP.572
Tire pressure warning sys-
tem
*1
• When rotating the tires
• When changing the tire
• After registering the ID codes
P.598
Toyota parking assist moni-
tor
*1• After reconnecting or chang-ing the battery
• After changing a fuseP.314
P.346
Panoramic view monitor*1, 2

727What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
switch while firmly depress-
ing the brake pedal?
(P.196)
 Is the shift lever in P?
( P.196)
 Is the electronic key any-
where detectable inside the
vehicle? ( P.129)
 Is the steering wheel
unlocked? ( P.197)
 Is the electronic key battery
weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can
be started in a temporary
way. ( P.665)
 Is the battery discharged?
( P.666)
 Is the engine switch in ON?
If you cannot release the shift
lever by depressing the brake
pedal with the engine switch
in ON ( P.202)
 Vehicles without smart key
system:
It is locked to prevent theft of
the vehicle if the key is
removed from the engine
switch. ( P.195)
 Vehicles with smart key sys- tem:
It is locked automatically to
prevent theft of the vehicle.
(
P.197)
 Is the window lock switch
pressed?
The power window except for
the one at the driver’s seat
cannot be operated if the win-
dow lock switch is pressed.
( P.160)
 The auto power off function
will be operated if the vehicle
is left in ACC or ON (the
engine is not running) for a
period of time. ( P.200)
 The seat belt reminder light is
flashing
Are the driver and the passengers
wearing the seat belts? ( 
P.645)
The parking brake indicator is
on
Is the parking br ake released?
( 
P.205)
Depending on the situation,
other types of warning buzzer
The shift lever cannot be
shifted from P even if you
depress the brake pedal
The steering wheel can-
not be turned after the
engine is stopped
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

730Alphabetical Index
Audio button (Setup screen) ... ........... 384, 448
AUDIO button.......................... 379
Audio buttons overview......... 379
Audio settings ........................ 448
Automatic air conditioning sys- tem ......................................... 522Air conditioning filter ............. 608
Eco air conditioning mode .... 523
Automatic High Beam ............ 214
Automatic light control system ............................................... 212
Automatic transmission ........ 201 S mode ................................. 203
Auxiliary boxes ....................... 537
Average fuel consumption ...... 99
Average fuel economy ............. 91
Average vehicle speed ...... 93, 99
B
Back door ................................ 115 Hands Free Power Back Door........................................... 120
Power back door .................. 119
Wireless remote control ....... 119
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 619
Wattage ................................ 682
Battery Checking .............................. 587
If the vehicle battery is dis-charged .............................. 666
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 371
Replacing ............................. 668
Warning light ........................ 638
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ...... 264 Blind Spot Monitor function .. 268
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function........................................... 270
Bluetooth
® button (Setup screen) ...................................384
Bluetooth
® details settings ...398
Bluetooth
® setup screen.......399
Connecting a Bluetooth
® device
...........................................399
Deleting a Bluetooth
® device401
Detailed settings screen .......403
Displaying the Bluetooth
® setup
screen.................................398
Editing the Bluetooth
® device
information..........................402
Registering a Bluetooth
® device
...........................................401
Bluetooth
® device information
...............................................402
Bluetooth
® hands-free system
...............................................471
Bluetooth
® phone message func-
tion .........................................482 Calling the message sender .485
Checking received messages ...........................................483
Displaying the message screen ...........................................482
Receiving a mess age ...........483
Replying to a message (dictation reply) ..................................484
Replying to a message (quick reply) ..................................485
Bottle holders .........................537
Brake Brake Hold ............................208
Fluid......................................585
Parking brake .......................205
Warning light ........................638
Brake assist ............................364
Brake Hold...............................208
Break-in tips ............................172
Brightness control Instrument panel light

Alphabetical Index735
HooksCargo hooks ......................... 539
Coat hooks ........................... 556
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 26
Horn ......................................... 144
I
I/M test ..................................... 576
Identification Engine .................................. 678
Vehicle ................................. 677
Ignition switch (Engine switch) ....................................... 195, 196Auto power off function ........ 200
Changing the engine switch modes ................................ 199
Changing the engine switch positions ............................. 195
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 628
Starting the engine ....... 195, 196
Immobilizer system .................. 70
Indicators .................................. 76
Info button (Menu screen) ..... 381
Initialization Items to initialize................... 712
Maintenance......................... 573
Moon roof ............................. 162
Panoramic moon roof ........... 165
Parking Support Brake ......... 284
Power back door .................. 124
Power windows .................... 158
Tire pressure warning system........................................... 599
Initial screen ........................... 385 Caution screen ..................... 385
Restarting the system .......... 385
Inside rear view mirror... 145, 147
Instrument panel light control ............................... 84, 88
Interior lights .......................... 532 Switch................................... 532 Wattage ................................682
Intuitive parking assist Function................................273
Warning message . ...............276
iPod/iPhone (Apple CarPlay) .438
J
Jack Positioning a floor jack .........580
Vehicle-equipped jack ..........654
Jack handle .............................654
Jam protection function Electronic sunshade .............165
Moon roof .............................161
Panoramic moon r oof ...........165
Power back door ..................122
Power windows ....................158
K
Keyless entry Smart key system .................129
Wireless remote control........104
Keys .........................................102 Battery-saving function .........130
Electronic key .......................102
Engine switch ...............195, 196
If the electronic key does not operate properly .................664
If you lose your keys.............664
Key number plate .................102
Keyless entry ................104, 129
Mechanical key.....................107
Replacing the battery ...........613
Warning buzzer .. ..................129
Wireless remote control key .104
Knee airbags .............................33
L
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) .....240 Operation..............................240

738Alphabetical Index
tions.................................... 337
Things you should know....... 346
When folding the outside rear view mirrors ........................ 335
Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist) ...................... 273
Parking brake Operation ............................. 205
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................................ 207
Warning light ........................ 644
Warning message ................ 207
Parking lights Light switch .......................... 211
Replacing light bulbs ............ 619
Wattage ................................ 682
Parking Support Brake (PKSB) ............................................... 281Indicator ................................. 79
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles) ...... 292
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) .................... 286
Warning light ........................ 642
Warning message ................ 284
PCS (Pre-Collision System) Enabling/disabling the pre-colli-sion system ........................ 234
Function ............................... 232
Warning light ........................ 640
Warning message ........ 230, 651
Personal lights ....................... 533 Switch................................... 533
Wattage ................................ 682
Phone ...................................... 471 About the contacts in the contact list ....................................... 475
Phone screen operation ....... 471
Registering/Connecting a
Bluetooth
® phone ............... 473
Some basics......................... 472
Troubleshooting ................... 497 Voice command system .......475
When selling or disposing of the
vehicle ................................475
Phone button (Menu screen) .381
Phone button (Setup screen) 384
Phone button ........ ..................471
Phone settings ...... ..................487
Contacts/Call history settings489
Message settings .................495
Notifications/display settings 488
Sounds settings ....................487
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ...............................................281Indicator..................................79
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles) ......292
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) ....................286
Warning light ........................642
Warning message . ...............284
Placing a call using the
Bluetooth
® hands-free system
...............................................476 By call history .......................476
By contacts list .....................477
By favorites list .....................477
By home screen ...................479
By keypad.............................478
Power back door switch 119, 120
Power outlets ..........................544
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system)...................364Warning light ........................640
POWER VOLUME knob ..........425
Power windows Door lock linked window opera-tion......................................159
Jam protection function ........158
Operation..............................158
Window lock switch ..............160
Pre-Collision System (PCS) Enabling/disabling the pre-colli-