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... and turn it in case you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. Vehicles with power door lock system-All the side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top) lock and unlock simultaneously with the attendant. Sub ...key-This key will unlock all the side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top) simultaneously. 8 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) To protect things locked in the glove box. To lock: Turn the key forward. KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key...
... and turn it in case you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. Vehicles with power door lock system-All the side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top) lock and unlock simultaneously with the attendant. Sub ...key-This key will unlock all the side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top) simultaneously. 8 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) To protect things locked in the glove box. To lock: Turn the key forward. KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key...
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..., not from the vehicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being thrown out from inside. Rav4(U) Operating the switch simultaneously locks or unlocks all the side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top). CAUTION Before driving, be opened unintentionally. This feature allows you to the "LOCK... are closed and locked, especially when small children are in the vehicle. We recommend using this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle. 10 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
..., not from the vehicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being thrown out from inside. Rav4(U) Operating the switch simultaneously locks or unlocks all the side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top). CAUTION Before driving, be opened unintentionally. This feature allows you to the "LOCK... are closed and locked, especially when small children are in the vehicle. We recommend using this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle. 10 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
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.... To lock: Turn the key counterclockwise. When closing the window, make sure it . Rav4(U) Quarter window (2 −door hardtop) Back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top) CAUTION D Keep the back door (hardtop) or tailgate (soft −top) closed . tailgate (soft −top) hides the...rear turn it is completely closed while driving. When closing the back door (hardtop) or tailgate (soft −top), make sure it fully out. If so, close the quarter windows. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 13 driving the vehicle with the front windows slightly open the quarter ...
.... To lock: Turn the key counterclockwise. When closing the window, make sure it . Rav4(U) Quarter window (2 −door hardtop) Back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top) CAUTION D Keep the back door (hardtop) or tailgate (soft −top) closed . tailgate (soft −top) hides the...rear turn it is completely closed while driving. When closing the back door (hardtop) or tailgate (soft −top), make sure it fully out. If so, close the quarter windows. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 13 driving the vehicle with the front windows slightly open the quarter ...
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... the passenger are reclined, the lap belt may increase with slight body pressure and release the lever. 2. Rav4(U) -Adjusting front seats 1. SEATBACK LEVER ANGLE ADJUSTING -Moving passenger's seat for rear seat entry (2−door hardtop and soft−top) Lean forward and pull the lever up the seatback and return the seat...
... the passenger are reclined, the lap belt may increase with slight body pressure and release the lever. 2. Rav4(U) -Adjusting front seats 1. SEATBACK LEVER ANGLE ADJUSTING -Moving passenger's seat for rear seat entry (2−door hardtop and soft−top) Lean forward and pull the lever up the seatback and return the seat...
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Then store the head restraint in the head restraint retaining holes in loading luggage. 2. Unlock the seatback and fold it down. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Section 2 for precautions in the bottom cushion. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 35 Lock the raised bottom cushion in place by attaching the support rod onto the hook. Rav4(U) -Folding up and forward. 3. Remove the head restraint. Unlock the seat cushion. Swing the whole seat up rear seats (2−door hardtop and soft−top) 1. Folding up the rear seats will enlarge the luggage compartment.
Then store the head restraint in the head restraint retaining holes in loading luggage. 2. Unlock the seatback and fold it down. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Section 2 for precautions in the bottom cushion. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 35 Lock the raised bottom cushion in place by attaching the support rod onto the hook. Rav4(U) -Folding up and forward. 3. Remove the head restraint. Unlock the seat cushion. Swing the whole seat up rear seats (2−door hardtop and soft−top) 1. Folding up the rear seats will enlarge the luggage compartment.
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... ready to do so will prevent seat belt from falling out when you fold the seatback. 36 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Unlock the seat and return it. Be certain to its original position, first remove the... NOTICE The seat belt and buckles must be stowed before you fold the seatback. Failure to use. Rav4(U) -Folding up the edge of the seatback or by pushing forward and rearward on the top of... D Make sure the seat is securely locked by trying to pull up rear seats (4 −door hardtop) CAUTION When returning seats to their original position: D Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or...
... ready to do so will prevent seat belt from falling out when you fold the seatback. 36 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Unlock the seat and return it. Be certain to its original position, first remove the... NOTICE The seat belt and buckles must be stowed before you fold the seatback. Failure to use. Rav4(U) -Folding up the edge of the seatback or by pushing forward and rearward on the top of... D Make sure the seat is securely locked by trying to pull up rear seats (4 −door hardtop) CAUTION When returning seats to their original position: D Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or...
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Failure to use. Rear seats Front seats 38 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Rav4(U) Flattening seatbacks (2−door hardtop and soft−top) CAUTION When returning seats to their original position: D Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat ...
Failure to use. Rear seats Front seats 38 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Rav4(U) Flattening seatbacks (2−door hardtop and soft−top) CAUTION When returning seats to their original position: D Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat ...
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...pushing the seat and seatback forward and rearward to release the slide−lock, and unlock and push down the seatback. Front seats 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 39 Push the seat further forward to make sure the rear headrests are removed from the flattened seats. Then pull out ...strap to replace the head restraint. After returning the seat to its original position, be careful not to replace head restraint. Rav4(U) Flattening seatbacks (4 −door hardtop) Rear seats: Remove the head restraint. Front seats: Remove the head restraint and slide the seat to ride on the ...
...pushing the seat and seatback forward and rearward to release the slide−lock, and unlock and push down the seatback. Front seats 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 39 Push the seat further forward to make sure the rear headrests are removed from the flattened seats. Then pull out ...strap to replace the head restraint. After returning the seat to its original position, be careful not to replace head restraint. Rav4(U) Flattening seatbacks (4 −door hardtop) Rear seats: Remove the head restraint. Front seats: Remove the head restraint and slide the seat to ride on the ...
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... under your arm. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on the tab. 44 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Then make sure it retracts. To fasten your safety, do not place the Sit up straight and well back in the seat.... Rav4(U) -Rear center seat belt (4 −door hardtop) CAUTION Lengthen D High−positioned lap belts and loose−fitting belts both could cause serious injuries due to retract. If the...
... under your arm. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on the tab. 44 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Then make sure it retracts. To fasten your safety, do not place the Sit up straight and well back in the seat.... Rav4(U) -Rear center seat belt (4 −door hardtop) CAUTION Lengthen D High−positioned lap belts and loose−fitting belts both could cause serious injuries due to retract. If the...
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... extender provided for you can order the proper required length for another person or at your Toyota dealer. Seat belt and buckles must be fastened seis not long enough, a belt extender ... measurement and selection of CAUTION When using the seat belt extender, observe the following. Rav4(U) -Stowing the rear seat belt and buckles (4 −door hardtop) -Seat belt extender If your seat belt curely because it . D Remember that... the chance of personal injury. Failure to wear for . 46 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Additional ordering information is availToyota dealer free of length.
... extender provided for you can order the proper required length for another person or at your Toyota dealer. Seat belt and buckles must be fastened seis not long enough, a belt extender ... measurement and selection of CAUTION When using the seat belt extender, observe the following. Rav4(U) -Stowing the rear seat belt and buckles (4 −door hardtop) -Seat belt extender If your seat belt curely because it . D Remember that... the chance of personal injury. Failure to wear for . 46 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Additional ordering information is availToyota dealer free of length.
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... the belt to install the anchor bracket. 2−door hardtop and soft−top Bolt Anchor bracket 127.4 mm (5.0 in.) Spacer 335.0 mm (13.2 in.) 335.0 mm (13.2 in .) 2. Rav4(U) -Top strap anchors and locations Bolt Anchor bracket 52.8 mm (2.1 in.) Spacer 216.1 mm (8.5 in.) 216.1 mm (8.5 in .) 4−door hardtop 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 73
... the belt to install the anchor bracket. 2−door hardtop and soft−top Bolt Anchor bracket 127.4 mm (5.0 in.) Spacer 335.0 mm (13.2 in.) 335.0 mm (13.2 in .) 2. Rav4(U) -Top strap anchors and locations Bolt Anchor bracket 52.8 mm (2.1 in.) Spacer 216.1 mm (8.5 in.) 216.1 mm (8.5 in .) 4−door hardtop 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 73
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The light goes off when both rear doors and back door are closed. 82 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) The personal light switch has the following positions: "ON"-Keeps the light on all the time. The light goes off when the back door ... turn on the personal light, push the switch. The light goes off . "OFF"-Turns the light off when both front doors are closed . 4−door hardtop: Turns the light on when either front door is opened. To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. "DOOR"- 2−door...
The light goes off when both rear doors and back door are closed. 82 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) The personal light switch has the following positions: "ON"-Keeps the light on all the time. The light goes off when the back door ... turn on the personal light, push the switch. The light goes off . "OFF"-Turns the light off when both front doors are closed . 4−door hardtop: Turns the light on when either front door is opened. To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. "DOOR"- 2−door...
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...your Toyota dealer in the charging system. CAUTION If the light does not go out even after about 4 to Close all side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top). Rav4(U)... If the indicator or buzzer comes on...(h) Do this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will continue to Toyota dealer immediately....the engine drive belt is low...Have your vehicle checked at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. you are driving, there is not pulled out. Turn off light. (m) Key reminder...
...your Toyota dealer in the charging system. CAUTION If the light does not go out even after about 4 to Close all side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top). Rav4(U)... If the indicator or buzzer comes on...(h) Do this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will continue to Toyota dealer immediately....the engine drive belt is low...Have your vehicle checked at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. you are driving, there is not pulled out. Turn off light. (m) Key reminder...
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...tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on until all the doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top) are driving, pull off ), the anti −lock brake... system does not operate, but the brake system still operates conventionally. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 92 If the following conditions occur, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the following a. If...system. The fuel tank is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel tank cap" in your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There is no cause for instructions.) When the "ABS" warning...
...tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on until all the doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top) are driving, pull off ), the anti −lock brake... system does not operate, but the brake system still operates conventionally. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 92 If the following conditions occur, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the following a. If...system. The fuel tank is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel tank cap" in your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There is no cause for instructions.) When the "ABS" warning...
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... the power outlet is designed for power supply for the power outlets to prevent other than necessary when the engine is not running. Rav4(U) Power outlet (4 −door hardtop) ASHTRAY To use the ashtray, open the ashtray cover and pull it in the ashtray to be in the "ACC" or "ON" position... it out. CAUTION To reduce the of injury in case of 12V/120W. z To prevent the battery from catching fire. The key must be used. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 133
... the power outlet is designed for power supply for the power outlets to prevent other than necessary when the engine is not running. Rav4(U) Power outlet (4 −door hardtop) ASHTRAY To use the ashtray, open the ashtray cover and pull it in the ashtray to be in the "ACC" or "ON" position... it out. CAUTION To reduce the of injury in case of 12V/120W. z To prevent the battery from catching fire. The key must be used. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 133
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Rav4(U) Glove box Auxiliary box To open : Pull the lever. To open the box, turn it clockwise. 2−door hardtop and soft−top (left side) CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving. 2−door hardtop and soft−top (right side), and 4−door hardtop 134 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) To lock: Insert the master key and turn the knob. To use the glove box, do this.
Rav4(U) Glove box Auxiliary box To open : Pull the lever. To open the box, turn it clockwise. 2−door hardtop and soft−top (left side) CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving. 2−door hardtop and soft−top (right side), and 4−door hardtop 134 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) To lock: Insert the master key and turn the knob. To use the glove box, do this.
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.... It contains carbon monoxide, which is burned by the high temperature combustion gases during normal engine operation. D Hardtop: Keep the back door closed . An open or unsealed tail gate and rear window, may cause exhaust gases... as follows. D Do not remain for the time needed to force outside air into the combustion chamber. Rav4(U) Engine exhaust cautions CAUTION Facts about engine oil consumption D To allow proper operation of your vehicle's ventilation ... a particularly dangerous situation. Have the cause immediately located and corrected. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 143
.... It contains carbon monoxide, which is burned by the high temperature combustion gases during normal engine operation. D Hardtop: Keep the back door closed . An open or unsealed tail gate and rear window, may cause exhaust gases... as follows. D Do not remain for the time needed to force outside air into the combustion chamber. Rav4(U) Engine exhaust cautions CAUTION Facts about engine oil consumption D To allow proper operation of your vehicle's ventilation ... a particularly dangerous situation. Have the cause immediately located and corrected. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 143
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... damage to the other rear wheel. This is the primary identification number for your vehicle. Rav4(U) Limited −slip differential (four −wheel drive models only) Some Toyotas are not sure whether your vehicle is equipped with one rear wheel begins to spin, the limited...your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Use only a spare tire of the same size, construction and load capacity as the original tires on the left top of your Toyota. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. 2−door hardtop and soft−top 4−door hardtop 2000 RAV4 (...
... damage to the other rear wheel. This is the primary identification number for your vehicle. Rav4(U) Limited −slip differential (four −wheel drive models only) Some Toyotas are not sure whether your vehicle is equipped with one rear wheel begins to spin, the limited...your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Use only a spare tire of the same size, construction and load capacity as the original tires on the left top of your Toyota. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. 2−door hardtop and soft−top 4−door hardtop 2000 RAV4 (...
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...the proper air −fuel mixture for starting the engine, be sure to drive. Release it . 2. Lock side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top). 5. If you need to restart the engine while the vehicle is below freezing, let the engine warm...correct procedure given in "N". If the engine will not start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. Automatic transmission: Put the selector lever in Section 4. 154 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) If the weather is moving, put the selector lever in normal starting the engine 1. Turn off . (b) Starting the engine Before starting ....
...the proper air −fuel mixture for starting the engine, be sure to drive. Release it . 2. Lock side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft −top). 5. If you need to restart the engine while the vehicle is below freezing, let the engine warm...correct procedure given in "N". If the engine will not start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. Automatic transmission: Put the selector lever in Section 4. 154 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) If the weather is moving, put the selector lever in normal starting the engine 1. Turn off . (b) Starting the engine Before starting ....
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.... D The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on your vehicle. 4−door hardtop 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 159 Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the hitch manufacturer. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the...
.... D The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on your vehicle. 4−door hardtop 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 159 Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the hitch manufacturer. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the...