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'98 Rav4.U Indicator symbols on the instrument panel (type A) Brake system warning light∗1 (type B) Seat belt reminder light∗1 Discharge warning light∗1 Low oil pressure warning light∗1 (type A) Anti-lock brake system warning light∗1 (type B) Open door warning light∗1 SRS airbag warning light∗1 Automatic transmission ...
'98 Rav4.U Indicator symbols on the instrument panel (type A) Brake system warning light∗1 (type B) Seat belt reminder light∗1 Discharge warning light∗1 Low oil pressure warning light∗1 (type A) Anti-lock brake system warning light∗1 (type B) Open door warning light∗1 SRS airbag warning light∗1 Automatic transmission ...
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...then goes out when the engine is discharged. comes on when the oil level is correct...Have the warning system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 88 The fuel tank is not tightened...may come on briefly after about 4 to 8 seconds. (c) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low. The fuel tank cap is completely empty. (See "Fuel gauge" in Chapter 1- 2 ...driving, pull off the air conditioning, blower, radio,etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. If it comes on while you are driving, there is low....
...then goes out when the engine is discharged. comes on when the oil level is correct...Have the warning system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 88 The fuel tank is not tightened...may come on briefly after about 4 to 8 seconds. (c) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low. The fuel tank cap is completely empty. (See "Fuel gauge" in Chapter 1- 2 ...driving, pull off the air conditioning, blower, radio,etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. If it comes on while you are driving, there is low....
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'98 Rav4.U -Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the treble and bass levels... Tone How good an audio program sounds to you eject the cassette tape or compact disc. If another . NOTICE Do not oil any part of treble and bass. TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF Push "VOL/PWR" or "PWR/VOL" to another... balance controls, see the description of another. You can turn on each player by the mix of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may be turned off . YOUR RADIO ANTENNA To lower a manual antenna, carefully push it will ...
'98 Rav4.U -Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the treble and bass levels... Tone How good an audio program sounds to you eject the cassette tape or compact disc. If another . NOTICE Do not oil any part of treble and bass. TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF Push "VOL/PWR" or "PWR/VOL" to another... balance controls, see the description of another. You can turn on each player by the mix of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may be turned off . YOUR RADIO ANTENNA To lower a manual antenna, carefully push it will ...
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... discs. 106 Compact disc singles are about 8 cm (3 in.) in .) compact disc singles Your compact disc player does not need an adaptor to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. NOTICE Never try to play from the display. Then it could cause tracking errors or interfere with the...
... discs. 106 Compact disc singles are about 8 cm (3 in.) in .) compact disc singles Your compact disc player does not need an adaptor to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. NOTICE Never try to play from the display. Then it could cause tracking errors or interfere with the...
Owners Manual
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... of gravity than low- wheel drive vehicles any more than ordinary cars. way catalytic converter D Engine exhaust cautions D Facts about engine oil consumption D Twin ground electrode platinum- slip differential D Your Toyota's identification D Theft prevention labels D Suspension and chassis 132 Off- Specific design characteristics give it a higher center of the road allowing you...
... of gravity than low- wheel drive vehicles any more than ordinary cars. way catalytic converter D Engine exhaust cautions D Facts about engine oil consumption D Twin ground electrode platinum- slip differential D Your Toyota's identification D Theft prevention labels D Suspension and chassis 132 Off- Specific design characteristics give it a higher center of the road allowing you...
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... temperature combustion gases during normal engine operation. top closed, keep the inlet grilles in or out. D Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. D Oil is unavoidable, however, do so only in the cylinder. top: When you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with the windows open...unconfined area and adjust the heating or cooling system to time. If you drive with the engine running. '98 Rav4.U Engine exhaust cautions CAUTION Facts about engine oil consumption D To allow proper operation of your vehicle's ventilation system, keep the tail gate and rear window securely ...
... temperature combustion gases during normal engine operation. top closed, keep the inlet grilles in or out. D Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. D Oil is unavoidable, however, do so only in the cylinder. top: When you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with the windows open...unconfined area and adjust the heating or cooling system to time. If you drive with the engine running. '98 Rav4.U Engine exhaust cautions CAUTION Facts about engine oil consumption D To allow proper operation of your vehicle's ventilation system, keep the tail gate and rear window securely ...
Owners Manual
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...will not be impaired. Your engine is fitted with fuel or moisture, making it difficult to lubricate the exhaust valve stems. The amount of engine oil consumed depends on an expressway, making it is used for your engine performance. 138 Some of the most important points in Chapter 7- 2. A new... and cylinder walls have not become diluted and make it appear that the oil may not show any drop in the oil level at the optimum level so that the oil level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle. Toyota recommends that oil is then driven at high speeds. tipped spark plugs...
...will not be impaired. Your engine is fitted with fuel or moisture, making it difficult to lubricate the exhaust valve stems. The amount of engine oil consumed depends on an expressway, making it is used for your engine performance. 138 Some of the most important points in Chapter 7- 2. A new... and cylinder walls have not become diluted and make it appear that the oil may not show any drop in the oil level at the optimum level so that the oil level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle. Toyota recommends that oil is then driven at high speeds. tipped spark plugs...
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...provide enough power for firmness. road driving that has taken you are not sure about which oil to keep them from freezing. z Sand and mud that water damage to the separate ... z Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of the battery and cables. Your Toyota dealer and most service stations will be pleased to visually inspect the battery. If you through...passengers should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is suitable for recommended viscosity. '98 Rav4.U Winter driving tips D The driver and all necessary safety measures to ensure that has accumulated...
...provide enough power for firmness. road driving that has taken you are not sure about which oil to keep them from freezing. z Sand and mud that water damage to the separate ... z Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of the battery and cables. Your Toyota dealer and most service stations will be pleased to visually inspect the battery. If you through...passengers should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is suitable for recommended viscosity. '98 Rav4.U Winter driving tips D The driver and all necessary safety measures to ensure that has accumulated...
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... you are not in top shape. D Do not carry unneeded weight in proper alignment. whenever possible. A dirty air cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc. The faster you have D Keep the front wheels in your vehicle receives more kilometers/mileage from a liter/gallon of...
... you are not in top shape. D Do not carry unneeded weight in proper alignment. whenever possible. A dirty air cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc. The faster you have D Keep the front wheels in your vehicle receives more kilometers/mileage from a liter/gallon of...
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... one side when applied. Seat belts Check that it has the specified freeplay. See Chapter 7- 2 for additional information. Fluid leaks Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other lights are missing, and check the nuts for looseness. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when...
... one side when applied. Seat belts Check that it has the specified freeplay. See Chapter 7- 2 for additional information. Fluid leaks Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other lights are missing, and check the nuts for looseness. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when...
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... when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 185 vehicle pulls to suspension movement D Loss of brake effectiveness; Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with the windows open and have the cause located and corrected immediately. (See engine exhaust... have the exhaust system checked immediately.) D Change in performance, sounds, and visual tip- See Chapter 7- 3 for additional information. '98 Rav4.U Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism Check the lock release button of the selector lever for changes in exhaust sound (This may D Flat- IN...
... when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 185 vehicle pulls to suspension movement D Loss of brake effectiveness; Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with the windows open and have the cause located and corrected immediately. (See engine exhaust... have the exhaust system checked immediately.) D Change in performance, sounds, and visual tip- See Chapter 7- 3 for additional information. '98 Rav4.U Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism Check the lock release button of the selector lever for changes in exhaust sound (This may D Flat- IN...
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Windshield washer, rear window washer fluid tank 2. Battery 3. Engine oil filler cap 5. Fuse blocks 4. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 10. Windshield washer fluid level dipstick 189 Brake fluid reservoir 6. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Electric cooling fans 8. '98 Rav4.U Engine compartment overview 1.
Windshield washer, rear window washer fluid tank 2. Battery 3. Engine oil filler cap 5. Fuse blocks 4. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 10. Windshield washer fluid level dipstick 189 Brake fluid reservoir 6. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Electric cooling fans 8. '98 Rav4.U Engine compartment overview 1.
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...the battery. D Do not get under your injury. You should be hot. Read the separate Toyota Warranty statement for an owner to ob- As explained in this part. So be hot. D... ing on your vehicle with special tools. It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. '98 Rav4.U Do- yourself maintenance during the warranty period may also be taken when workvehicle to touch them... Here you perform maintenance by a qualified technician with just the body jack supporting it. Oil, fluids and spark plugs may affect your warranty coverage. the radiator cap or loosen the ...
...the battery. D Do not get under your injury. You should be hot. Read the separate Toyota Warranty statement for an owner to ob- As explained in this part. So be hot. D... ing on your vehicle with special tools. It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. '98 Rav4.U Do- yourself maintenance during the warranty period may also be taken when workvehicle to touch them... Here you perform maintenance by a qualified technician with just the body jack supporting it. Oil, fluids and spark plugs may affect your warranty coverage. the radiator cap or loosen the ...
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...of performance or radio noise. Using other types will automatically start to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with soap and water. D Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may be damaged. '98 Rav4U D Be sure that battery and ignition cable carry high currents or voltages. ... z Remember that the ignition is on , the electric cooling fans will cause engine damage, loss of the specified type. To remove used oil and filter only in a safe and acceptable manner. With the ignition on . Call your skin, wash thoroughly with it from your dealer or...
...of performance or radio noise. Using other types will automatically start to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with soap and water. D Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may be damaged. '98 Rav4U D Be sure that battery and ignition cable carry high currents or voltages. ... z Remember that the ignition is on , the electric cooling fans will cause engine damage, loss of the specified type. To remove used oil and filter only in a safe and acceptable manner. With the ignition on . Call your skin, wash thoroughly with it from your dealer or...
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...oil level Parts (if level is low): Tools: Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking power steering fluid Parts (if level is a list of parts and tools you will need on performing do- yourself maintenance. Conserving II" or SJ, "Energy- Remember all Toyota...antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding oil) Checking the engine coolant level Parts (if level is low): D Funnel Replacing light bulbs Parts: D Ethylene- '98 Rav4.U Parts and tools Here is low): D Screwdriver (for driver's side instrument lower panel nut...
...oil level Parts (if level is low): Tools: Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking power steering fluid Parts (if level is a list of parts and tools you will need on performing do- yourself maintenance. Conserving II" or SJ, "Energy- Remember all Toyota...antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding oil) Checking the engine coolant level Parts (if level is low): D Funnel Replacing light bulbs Parts: D Ethylene- '98 Rav4.U Parts and tools Here is low): D Screwdriver (for driver's side instrument lower panel nut...
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...the dipstick, and wipe it will go, or the reading will not be damaged. YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- If the oil level is indicated below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of the engine. 2. qt.): 1.0 (1.1, 0.9) With the engine at operating temperature and turned off the engine... tire pressure D Checking and replacing tires D Rotating tires D Installing snow tires and chains D Replacing wheels D Aluminum wheel precautions Checking the engine oil level CAUTION Low level Full level Be careful not to drain back into the bottom of the same type as it clean with a rag. 3....
...the dipstick, and wipe it will go, or the reading will not be damaged. YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- If the oil level is indicated below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of the engine. 2. qt.): 1.0 (1.1, 0.9) With the engine at operating temperature and turned off the engine... tire pressure D Checking and replacing tires D Rotating tires D Installing snow tires and chains D Replacing wheels D Aluminum wheel precautions Checking the engine oil level CAUTION Low level Full level Be careful not to drain back into the bottom of the same type as it clean with a rag. 3....
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...Petroleum Institute) designations such as SAE 5W- 30. Recommended viscosity (SAE): Oil identification marks Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to start, so SAE 5W- 30 engine oil is displayed on the outside of the label shows the SAE viscosity grade... difficult to help you select the oil you use SAE 10W- 30 engine oil in the lower portion, indicates that the oil has fuel- Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. If you should use. Conserving II" or SJ, "Energy- '98 Rav4.U Engine oil selection Use API grade SH, "...
...Petroleum Institute) designations such as SAE 5W- 30. Recommended viscosity (SAE): Oil identification marks Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to start, so SAE 5W- 30 engine oil is displayed on the outside of the label shows the SAE viscosity grade... difficult to help you select the oil you use SAE 10W- 30 engine oil in the lower portion, indicates that the oil has fuel- Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. If you should use. Conserving II" or SJ, "Energy- '98 Rav4.U Engine oil selection Use API grade SH, "...
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... cause a spark from the battery. Follow with a sponge or cloth while en route to apply water with milk of magnesia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. If possible, continue to the medical office. 204 Chapter 7- 3 Electrical components D Checking battery condition D Battery recharging precautions D Checking and replacing fuses D Adding washer fluid D Replacing...
... cause a spark from the battery. Follow with a sponge or cloth while en route to apply water with milk of magnesia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. If possible, continue to the medical office. 204 Chapter 7- 3 Electrical components D Checking battery condition D Battery recharging precautions D Checking and replacing fuses D Adding washer fluid D Replacing...
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... (cu. BT- 33- 73F (used belt), Ibf: 20 Generator belt 95 Air conditioning compressor belt 66 99 Power steering pump belt 80 20 ENGINE LUBRICATION Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. FE Type: 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Bore and stroke, mm (in .): 1.1 (0.043) ...Drive belt tension measured with Borroughs drive belt tension gauge No. in.): 1998 (121.9) Fuel Fuel type: Unleaded gasolene, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., lmp. '98 Rav4U Engine Model...
... (cu. BT- 33- 73F (used belt), Ibf: 20 Generator belt 95 Air conditioning compressor belt 66 99 Power steering pump belt 80 20 ENGINE LUBRICATION Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. FE Type: 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Bore and stroke, mm (in .): 1.1 (0.043) ...Drive belt tension measured with Borroughs drive belt tension gauge No. in.): 1998 (121.9) Fuel Fuel type: Unleaded gasolene, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., lmp. '98 Rav4U Engine Model...
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...Rav4.U Oil grade: API grade SH, "Energy- Conserving" multi grade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is removed with all the lights turned off Charging rates: 5 A max. II or DEXRONr III (DEXRONr II) Four- CLUTCH Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): 5-15 (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 MANUAL TRANSAXLE Oil...12.0 ∗: at 20 _C (68 _F): V Fully charged V Half charged V Discharged Oil type: Two- qt.): Up to 3.3 (3.5, 2.9) Fluid type: Two- wheel drive models Toyota automatic transaxle fluid Type T or equivalent Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is ...
...Rav4.U Oil grade: API grade SH, "Energy- Conserving" multi grade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is removed with all the lights turned off Charging rates: 5 A max. II or DEXRONr III (DEXRONr II) Four- CLUTCH Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): 5-15 (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 MANUAL TRANSAXLE Oil...12.0 ∗: at 20 _C (68 _F): V Fully charged V Half charged V Discharged Oil type: Two- qt.): Up to 3.3 (3.5, 2.9) Fluid type: Two- wheel drive models Toyota automatic transaxle fluid Type T or equivalent Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is ...