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...not fully closed and securely locked. The hood will spring up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. 3. In front of the vehicle, pull up slightly. 2. Then lower the hood until it is closed , lift and release the hood again. If the hood is not securely locked, stop the vehicle ... To open by inserting the support rod into the slot. Otherwise, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur. 14 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) and return the support rod to its clip-this prevents rattles. After closing the hood, check that you notice while driving that the ...
...not fully closed and securely locked. The hood will spring up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. 3. In front of the vehicle, pull up slightly. 2. Then lower the hood until it is closed , lift and release the hood again. If the hood is not securely locked, stop the vehicle ... To open by inserting the support rod into the slot. Otherwise, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur. 14 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) and return the support rod to its clip-this prevents rattles. After closing the hood, check that you notice while driving that the ...
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Then lift the sun roof panel and pull it from the hook. Pull the handle down while pushing in the retaining spring arms as shown and push up the sun roof. 3. Push back the auxiliary catch to release it out. 18 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Rav4(U) -Removing 1. Push in one of the lock buttons. 2.
Then lift the sun roof panel and pull it from the hook. Pull the handle down while pushing in the retaining spring arms as shown and push up the sun roof. 3. Push back the auxiliary catch to release it out. 18 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) Rav4(U) -Removing 1. Push in one of the lock buttons. 2.
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... seat entry (2−door hardtop and soft−top) Lean forward and pull the lever up the seatback and return the seat until it locks. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 33 Move the seat to the desired position with increasing recline of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any... more than needed. Therefore, in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the passenger are sitting up . Lift the seatback angle adjusting lever or press the pedal behind the seatback.
... seat entry (2−door hardtop and soft−top) Lean forward and pull the lever up the seatback and return the seat until it locks. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 33 Move the seat to the desired position with increasing recline of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any... more than needed. Therefore, in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the passenger are sitting up . Lift the seatback angle adjusting lever or press the pedal behind the seatback.
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... D Do not mix summer and all four tires. 2. Types of tires Determine what kind of the sizes different from the originals. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 151 If installing snow tires, be adequate for driving in most winter conditions, as well as for driving on snow−covered... 1. Also, all year round. D Do not use all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. Rav4(U) Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not modify the suspension/chassis with summer tires in highway driving. It can cause dangerous handling ...
... D Do not mix summer and all four tires. 2. Types of tires Determine what kind of the sizes different from the originals. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 151 If installing snow tires, be adequate for driving in most winter conditions, as well as for driving on snow−covered... 1. Also, all year round. D Do not use all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. Rav4(U) Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not modify the suspension/chassis with summer tires in highway driving. It can cause dangerous handling ...
Owners Manual
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...the use of the jack, each of the tools and their storage locations. Block the wheel diagonally opposite to remove and change the tire. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 173 D Use the jack only for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with someone in the vehicle. NOTICE Do not continue driving...to set the parking brake and put an object on the back door or tail gate) To prepare yourself for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing. Raising the vehicle with a deflated tire. Rav4(U) -Required tools and spare tire D Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the jack properly ...
...the use of the jack, each of the tools and their storage locations. Block the wheel diagonally opposite to remove and change the tire. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 173 D Use the jack only for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with someone in the vehicle. NOTICE Do not continue driving...to set the parking brake and put an object on the back door or tail gate) To prepare yourself for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing. Raising the vehicle with a deflated tire. Rav4(U) -Required tools and spare tire D Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the jack properly ...
Owners Manual
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Rav4(U) -Loosening wheel nuts -Positioning the jack -Raising your vehicle 4. To get maximum leverage, fit ...level and solid place. 6. As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to loosen. Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to lift, double−check that it is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the handle is positioned on the ...right side, as shown above. Do not remove the nuts yet-just unscrew them about one is properly positioned. 176 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) After making sure that the wrench does not slip off the nut. Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising ...
Rav4(U) -Loosening wheel nuts -Positioning the jack -Raising your vehicle 4. To get maximum leverage, fit ...level and solid place. 6. As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to loosen. Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to lift, double−check that it is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the handle is positioned on the ...right side, as shown above. Do not remove the nuts yet-just unscrew them about one is properly positioned. 176 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) After making sure that the wrench does not slip off the nut. Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising ...
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... and press it aside. Therefore after the first 1600 km (1000 miles), check to come off and put it back over the other bolts. Then lift up the wheel and get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 7. Before putting on wheels, remove any corrosion on... CAUTION Never get at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to loosen and eventually cause a wheel to see that the wheel nuts are tight. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 177 Remove the wheel nuts and change tires. Roll the spare wheel into position and align the holes in the wheel with a wire brush...
... and press it aside. Therefore after the first 1600 km (1000 miles), check to come off and put it back over the other bolts. Then lift up the wheel and get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 7. Before putting on wheels, remove any corrosion on... CAUTION Never get at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to loosen and eventually cause a wheel to see that the wheel nuts are tight. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 177 Remove the wheel nuts and change tires. Roll the spare wheel into position and align the holes in the wheel with a wire brush...
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... of personal injury during a collision or sudden braking. (b) Using flat bed truck Two−wheel drive models 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 179 Reinstall the wheel ornament. Rav4(U) -Reinstalling wheel ornament -After changing wheels 11. Adjust the air pressure to the correct pressure. If the ...pressure is missing, have a technician repair the flat tire and replace the spare tire with wheel lift type truck- -From front...
... of personal injury during a collision or sudden braking. (b) Using flat bed truck Two−wheel drive models 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 179 Reinstall the wheel ornament. Rav4(U) -Reinstalling wheel ornament -After changing wheels 11. Adjust the air pressure to the correct pressure. If the ...pressure is missing, have a technician repair the flat tire and replace the spare tire with wheel lift type truck- -From front...
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...lifting wheels, take care to ensure adequate ground clearance for all towing, and abide by your vehicle, make a mistake. From rear- (b) Using flat bed truck Your vehicle can be damaged if it done by the state/provincial and local laws. Four−wheel drive models 180 2000 RAV4...: We recommend using either (a) or (b). Although most operators know the correct procedure, it is towed incorrectly. To avoid damage to your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service. If necessary, show this section. TOWING PRECAUTIONS: Use a safety chain system for towing at the...
...lifting wheels, take care to ensure adequate ground clearance for all towing, and abide by your vehicle, make a mistake. From rear- (b) Using flat bed truck Your vehicle can be damaged if it done by the state/provincial and local laws. Four−wheel drive models 180 2000 RAV4...: We recommend using either (a) or (b). Although most operators know the correct procedure, it is towed incorrectly. To avoid damage to your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service. If necessary, show this section. TOWING PRECAUTIONS: Use a safety chain system for towing at the...
Owners Manual
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...hold the front wheels straight. (c) Towing with the key removed or in the "LOCK" position when towing from the front or rear. Rear 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 181 NOTICE Never tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission from the rear with sling type truck, either from the rear without a towing... dolly. Rav4(U) -Emergency towing NOTICE Do not tow with sling type truck D Automatic transmission: Use a towing dolly under the wheels not lifted by the truck. (b) Using flat bed truck All models- (c) Towing with sling type...
...hold the front wheels straight. (c) Towing with the key removed or in the "LOCK" position when towing from the front or rear. Rear 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 181 NOTICE Never tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission from the rear with sling type truck, either from the rear without a towing... dolly. Rav4(U) -Emergency towing NOTICE Do not tow with sling type truck D Automatic transmission: Use a towing dolly under the wheels not lifted by the truck. (b) Using flat bed truck All models- (c) Towing with sling type...
Owners Manual
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If fluid gets in the "HOT" range. If cold O.K. To remove the reservoir cap, turn it is hot, the fluid level should be damaged. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 209 If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km/h (50 mph) for leaks or damage. You may be hot so be sure to ...-175_F). Clean all dirt from the air, and excess moisture can harm your eyes with water to prevent it counterclockwise and lift up. If the fluid is at the fluid level. Rav4(U) Checking power steering fluid Use only newly opened , brake fluid absorbs moisture from outside of the reservoir tank and look...
If fluid gets in the "HOT" range. If cold O.K. To remove the reservoir cap, turn it is hot, the fluid level should be damaged. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U) 209 If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km/h (50 mph) for leaks or damage. You may be hot so be sure to ...-175_F). Clean all dirt from the air, and excess moisture can harm your eyes with water to prevent it counterclockwise and lift up. If the fluid is at the fluid level. Rav4(U) Checking power steering fluid Use only newly opened , brake fluid absorbs moisture from outside of the reservoir tank and look...