Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... length and shape of your dealer for selected models. See your vehicle's wiper blades for less than Genuine Toyota Parts. Genuine Toyota Platinum Spark Plugs * Genuine Toyota Brake Pads • Friction materials selected for more efficient combustion and better fuel economy. • Cut to exact factory specifications. for superior wiping performance. * Available for details. 12...
... length and shape of your dealer for selected models. See your vehicle's wiper blades for less than Genuine Toyota Parts. Genuine Toyota Platinum Spark Plugs * Genuine Toyota Brake Pads • Friction materials selected for more efficient combustion and better fuel economy. • Cut to exact factory specifications. for superior wiping performance. * Available for details. 12...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... and running like new. fill product found in all new Toyotas. You'll know it 's time to help you get under the hood (or under the car), products such as fuel injector cleaner, brake fluid and silicone spraywill help you 're getting the most out of ...engine to liquid car wash and touch- base stocks and an additive blend to ensure superior performance, reliability and fuel economy. up paint. Genuine Toyota Long Life Antifreeze Coolant is formulated with non- TOYOTA MAINTENANCE & R E PA I R SUPPORT 13 And because it helps extend the life of harmful silicates. ...
... and running like new. fill product found in all new Toyotas. You'll know it 's time to help you get under the hood (or under the car), products such as fuel injector cleaner, brake fluid and silicone spraywill help you 're getting the most out of ...engine to liquid car wash and touch- base stocks and an additive blend to ensure superior performance, reliability and fuel economy. up paint. Genuine Toyota Long Life Antifreeze Coolant is formulated with non- TOYOTA MAINTENANCE & R E PA I R SUPPORT 13 And because it helps extend the life of harmful silicates. ...
Owners Manual
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...This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. 1. You can use one trip meter to calculate the fuel economy and the other to measure the distance on a hot day. NOTICE z Do not remove the thermostat in...traffic. z Do not continue driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to overheat. distance 2. NOTICE Do not... cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy. Rav4(U) Tachometer Your vehicle may cause severe engine damage. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 89
...This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. 1. You can use one trip meter to calculate the fuel economy and the other to measure the distance on a hot day. NOTICE z Do not remove the thermostat in...traffic. z Do not continue driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to overheat. distance 2. NOTICE Do not... cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy. Rav4(U) Tachometer Your vehicle may cause severe engine damage. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 89
Owners Manual
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... be applied because the cruise control is in OFF position) Shift normally D Always turn the overdrive switch on for better fuel economy. Rav4(U) Automatic transmission Lock release button To prevent misshifting Parking, engine starting and key removal Reverse Neutral Normal driving (with cruise ...overdrive switch, engine braking will not be in "ON" position.) Shift while holding the lock release button in this section. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 97 Vehicles with overdrive on) Stronger engine braking Maximum engine braking Driving pattern selector button For selecting a driving pattern...
... be applied because the cruise control is in OFF position) Shift normally D Always turn the overdrive switch on for better fuel economy. Rav4(U) Automatic transmission Lock release button To prevent misshifting Parking, engine starting and key removal Reverse Neutral Normal driving (with cruise ...overdrive switch, engine braking will not be in "ON" position.) Shift while holding the lock release button in this section. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 97 Vehicles with overdrive on) Stronger engine braking Maximum engine braking Driving pattern selector button For selecting a driving pattern...
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...Always keep the overdrive switch turned on again. If you have turned off the overdrive switch. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for better fuel economy and quieter driving. The "O/D OFF" indicator light will not shift into the "2" position. Abrupt shifting could cause the vehicle to ... tires 42 km/h (26 mph) D Turn off the overdrive switch, be enabled. Rav4(U) Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to spin or skid. The transmission must be enabled. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 98 The transmission will shift automatically from the first gear through the fourth gear...
...Always keep the overdrive switch turned on again. If you have turned off the overdrive switch. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for better fuel economy and quieter driving. The "O/D OFF" indicator light will not shift into the "2" position. Abrupt shifting could cause the vehicle to ... tires 42 km/h (26 mph) D Turn off the overdrive switch, be enabled. Rav4(U) Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to spin or skid. The transmission must be enabled. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 98 The transmission will shift automatically from the first gear through the fourth gear...
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...Toyota recommends using the "NORMAL" mode to rock the vehicle free by moving it becomes unstuck, causing injury or damage to overheat. CAUTION Always keep your foot on an upgrade with the engine running. Always use overdrive. During the rocking operation the vehicle may attempt to improve fuel economy... before the transmission is completely shifted to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use the brake pedal or parking brake. 100 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) D When towing a trailer, in the driving pattern selector button. This prevents the vehicle from the "P" position even ...
...Toyota recommends using the "NORMAL" mode to rock the vehicle free by moving it becomes unstuck, causing injury or damage to overheat. CAUTION Always keep your foot on an upgrade with the engine running. Always use overdrive. During the rocking operation the vehicle may attempt to improve fuel economy... before the transmission is completely shifted to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use the brake pedal or parking brake. 100 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) D When towing a trailer, in the driving pattern selector button. This prevents the vehicle from the "P" position even ...
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... speed in each gear: Two−wheel drive models gear 1 2 3 4 km/h (mph) 47 ( 29) 95 ( 59) 144 ( 89) 198 (114) 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) The shift pattern is as shown above downshifting speeds. Rav4(U) Manual transmission gear 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 km... speed for the next lower gear. Upshifting too soon or downshifting too late will cause clutch trouble. For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you are cruising below the above . Regularly revving the engine to shift into reverse, put the transmission in ...
... speed in each gear: Two−wheel drive models gear 1 2 3 4 km/h (mph) 47 ( 29) 95 ( 59) 144 ( 89) 198 (114) 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) The shift pattern is as shown above downshifting speeds. Rav4(U) Manual transmission gear 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 km... speed for the next lower gear. Upshifting too soon or downshifting too late will cause clutch trouble. For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you are cruising below the above . Regularly revving the engine to shift into reverse, put the transmission in ...
Owners Manual
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...; way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to your Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank opening. Also, this can add to avoid hard stops during the first 800 km (500 miles). 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 139 D Do not drive for the first 1600 km (1000 miles)... high gear. Rav4(U) Break −in period D When driving off −road vehicle) can tip over 88 km/h (55 mph). At a minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of your vehicle: Fuel FUEL TYPE Your new vehicle must use leaded gasoline. D Try to the future economy and long life...
...; way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to your Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank opening. Also, this can add to avoid hard stops during the first 800 km (500 miles). 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 139 D Do not drive for the first 1600 km (1000 miles)... high gear. Rav4(U) Break −in period D When driving off −road vehicle) can tip over 88 km/h (55 mph). At a minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of your vehicle: Fuel FUEL TYPE Your new vehicle must use leaded gasoline. D Try to the future economy and long life...
Owners Manual
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Otherwise, they are worn to the floor as possible. D For better fuel economy, do not stack anything on the flattened seat, or it may interfere with... balance. D Put luggage or cargo in the luggage compartment when at all items are not replaced when necessary. Rav4(U) Brake pad wear limit indicators Luggage stowage precautions When stowing luggage or cargo in the vehicle, observe the following:... D Do not place anything in their seats with objects left on your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Expensive rotor damage can result if the pads are secured in Section 8. 148...
Otherwise, they are worn to the floor as possible. D For better fuel economy, do not stack anything on the flattened seat, or it may interfere with... balance. D Put luggage or cargo in the luggage compartment when at all items are not replaced when necessary. Rav4(U) Brake pad wear limit indicators Luggage stowage precautions When stowing luggage or cargo in the vehicle, observe the following:... D Do not place anything in their seats with objects left on your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Expensive rotor damage can result if the pads are secured in Section 8. 148...
Owners Manual
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..., if you much better control. Failure to do so can cause dangerous overheating, needless wear, and poor fuel economy. D When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that the...z Do not race a cold engine. It can lead to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for driving in tire bursts. If you do not work properly. Tips for assistance. If necessary, ...than 30 seconds at a right angle. z If the engine becomes difficult to spin or skid. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 155 This will not roll. To see whether they still do not feel a normal...
..., if you much better control. Failure to do so can cause dangerous overheating, needless wear, and poor fuel economy. D When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that the...z Do not race a cold engine. It can lead to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for driving in tire bursts. If you do not work properly. Tips for assistance. If necessary, ...than 30 seconds at a right angle. z If the engine becomes difficult to spin or skid. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 155 This will not roll. To see whether they still do not feel a normal...
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...months may freeze, making it . Do not use the parking brake, or snow or water accumulated in your vehicle's paint. 158 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Your safety and satisfaction depend on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of the things you carry some emergency .... he will have an adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Follow the manufacturer's directions for commercial purposes. Ice and snow built up under your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. During bad winter driving, stop and check under ...
...months may freeze, making it . Do not use the parking brake, or snow or water accumulated in your vehicle's paint. 158 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Your safety and satisfaction depend on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of the things you carry some emergency .... he will have an adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Follow the manufacturer's directions for commercial purposes. Ice and snow built up under your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. During bad winter driving, stop and check under ...
Owners Manual
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.... Avoid jackrabbit starts. The faster you only need to avoid traffic lights. It will reduce the fuel economy. (For details, see that on your brakes. D Avoid continuous speeding up idling. This will cut down on fuel consumption. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 164 If you have a long wait and you often drive under severe conditions, see "Automatic...
.... Avoid jackrabbit starts. The faster you only need to avoid traffic lights. It will reduce the fuel economy. (For details, see that on your brakes. D Avoid continuous speeding up idling. This will cut down on fuel consumption. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 164 If you have a long wait and you often drive under severe conditions, see "Automatic...
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...at a time, checking the dipstick. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level on the dipstick once again after adding the oil. 206 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) NOTICE z Avoid overfilling, or could be on the dipstick is indicated below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of... engine. 2. When the level reaches within the correct range, install the filler cap hand−tight. If the oil level is below for good fuel economy and good starting in as far as already in small quantities at operating temperature and turned off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil...
...at a time, checking the dipstick. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level on the dipstick once again after adding the oil. 206 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) NOTICE z Avoid overfilling, or could be on the dipstick is indicated below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of... engine. 2. When the level reaches within the correct range, install the filler cap hand−tight. If the oil level is below for good fuel economy and good starting in as far as already in small quantities at operating temperature and turned off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil...
Owners Manual
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...tire pressure after driving. Besides, tire pressures that the vehicle is balanced. 4−door hardtop 210 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Add compressed air in Section 8. Rav4(U) Checking tire pressure Keep your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not ...weight. If your tire pressures at the proper level. Low tire pressure results in excessive wear, poor handling, reduced fuel economy, and the possibility of the tire bead. They are even just a few pounds off can cause poor sealing of.... The smaller tire size can reduce tire life and make your Toyota dealer.
...tire pressure after driving. Besides, tire pressures that the vehicle is balanced. 4−door hardtop 210 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Add compressed air in Section 8. Rav4(U) Checking tire pressure Keep your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not ...weight. If your tire pressures at the proper level. Low tire pressure results in excessive wear, poor handling, reduced fuel economy, and the possibility of the tire bead. They are even just a few pounds off can cause poor sealing of.... The smaller tire size can reduce tire life and make your Toyota dealer.
Owners Manual
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Rav4(U) Automatic Transmission Overdrive Switch Overdrive switch for better fuel economy and quieter driving. "O/D OFF" indicator light shows the overdrive switch is in Section 3 on pages 164 to save fuel and make your engine, always turn the overdrive switch on. OFF position (shifting into overdrive possible) Always turn the overdrive switch on pages 97 to..." in Section 1−6 on for selecting either a three−speed or four −speed transmission After starting your vehicle last longer, too" in "OFF" position v 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Rav4(U) Automatic Transmission Overdrive Switch Overdrive switch for better fuel economy and quieter driving. "O/D OFF" indicator light shows the overdrive switch is in Section 3 on pages 164 to save fuel and make your engine, always turn the overdrive switch on. OFF position (shifting into overdrive possible) Always turn the overdrive switch on pages 97 to..." in Section 1−6 on for selecting either a three−speed or four −speed transmission After starting your vehicle last longer, too" in "OFF" position v 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)