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Table of Contents Toyota Maintenance and Repair Support Toyota Dealership Service Toyota Express Lube Genuine Toyota Parts and Accessories Lifetime Guarantee Replacement Parts TrueStart™ Batteries Collision Repair Parts Do-It-Yourself Products Toyota Parts Centers Toyota Service Manuals Service Agreements and Pre-Paid Maintenance 2 3 4 6 7 8 10 12 13 14 General Maintenance Information Determining Your Vehicle's Maintenance Needs Explanation...
Table of Contents Toyota Maintenance and Repair Support Toyota Dealership Service Toyota Express Lube Genuine Toyota Parts and Accessories Lifetime Guarantee Replacement Parts TrueStart™ Batteries Collision Repair Parts Do-It-Yourself Products Toyota Parts Centers Toyota Service Manuals Service Agreements and Pre-Paid Maintenance 2 3 4 6 7 8 10 12 13 14 General Maintenance Information Determining Your Vehicle's Maintenance Needs Explanation...
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... Toyota dealership, Genuine Toyota Parts (with the exception of batteries) are also designed to economically maintain and repair your vehicle with Genuine Toyota quality. Non-Genuine Toyota Parts - Genuine Toyota Remanufactured Parts Toyota also offers the highest level of remanufactured product offerings. ask your Toyota ... And because it may not have in selected remanufactured parts. These parts enable you only get with Genuine Toyota Parts. 4 Toyota Maintenance and Repair Support Available parts range from their use - Like all your maintenance and repair needs, ...
... Toyota dealership, Genuine Toyota Parts (with the exception of batteries) are also designed to economically maintain and repair your vehicle with Genuine Toyota quality. Non-Genuine Toyota Parts - Genuine Toyota Remanufactured Parts Toyota also offers the highest level of remanufactured product offerings. ask your Toyota ... And because it may not have in selected remanufactured parts. These parts enable you only get with Genuine Toyota Parts. 4 Toyota Maintenance and Repair Support Available parts range from their use - Like all your maintenance and repair needs, ...
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...handling. RC, a specification often not met by aftermarket brands, supplies the power you can be confident your battery will meet Toyota's specifications for more details. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to... anything less than the best: Genuine Toyota TrueStart™ Batteries. That overall quality is also what gives you the power to operate electronic accessories with the power to start and...
...handling. RC, a specification often not met by aftermarket brands, supplies the power you can be confident your battery will meet Toyota's specifications for more details. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to... anything less than the best: Genuine Toyota TrueStart™ Batteries. That overall quality is also what gives you the power to operate electronic accessories with the power to start and...
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...for a Class B digital device, pursuant to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident. (See "If you lose your transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. If you lose your wireless remote control transmitter" on a circuit different from ...Section 4.) For vehicles sold in the transmitter. This device complies with the limits for help. '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) D The battery may cause undesired operation of the device. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 17 NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of ...
...for a Class B digital device, pursuant to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident. (See "If you lose your transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. If you lose your wireless remote control transmitter" on a circuit different from ...Section 4.) For vehicles sold in the transmitter. This device complies with the limits for help. '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) D The battery may cause undesired operation of the device. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 17 NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of ...
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... components. Using a coin or equivalent, open the transmitter case. 2. Replace the transmitter battery by a Toyota dealer. z When replacing the transmitter battery, be taken that small children do not push the "LOCK" and "UNLOCK" switches many times. NOTICE Do not bend the terminals. 18 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) NOTICE z During replacing the transmitter...
... components. Using a coin or equivalent, open the transmitter case. 2. Replace the transmitter battery by a Toyota dealer. z When replacing the transmitter battery, be taken that small children do not push the "LOCK" and "UNLOCK" switches many times. NOTICE Do not bend the terminals. 18 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) NOTICE z During replacing the transmitter...
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... a new transmitter battery with positive (+) side up the switch. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) NOTICE z Make sure the positive side and negative side of the transmitter battery should be operated ...: The window moves as long as you hold the switch. z Do not replace the battery with proper operation. 19 z Do not touch or move any components inside of the transmitter... Power windows z Be careful not to bend the electrode of the transmitter battery insertion and that the transmitter operates properly. z Close the transmitter case securely. If the ...
... a new transmitter battery with positive (+) side up the switch. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) NOTICE z Make sure the positive side and negative side of the transmitter battery should be operated ...: The window moves as long as you hold the switch. z Do not replace the battery with proper operation. 19 z Do not touch or move any components inside of the transmitter... Power windows z Be careful not to bend the electrode of the transmitter battery insertion and that the transmitter operates properly. z Close the transmitter case securely. If the ...
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...forward-facing child restraint system on the rear seat. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible, because the force of the child. NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your arms is not a substitute for details. D Unless it is ...) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. The laws of the child, installed on the front seat. D For effective protection in your Toyota dealer. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 59 Holding a child in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child must be installed on page 42...
...forward-facing child restraint system on the rear seat. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible, because the force of the child. NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your arms is not a substitute for details. D Unless it is ...) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. The laws of the child, installed on the front seat. D For effective protection in your Toyota dealer. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 59 Holding a child in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child must be installed on page 42...
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... turn off lever. Flashing the high (position 3)-Pull the back. The high beam when you remove the key with the knob turned to "OFF". 82 2003 RAV4 from you that the high beams are on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist the knob to turn the lights off . They... will remind you to the position 1. '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) Headlights and turn signals NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on and push the lever away from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) Light reminder buzzer A buzzer will not...
... turn off lever. Flashing the high (position 3)-Pull the back. The high beam when you remove the key with the knob turned to "OFF". 82 2003 RAV4 from you that the high beams are on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist the knob to turn the lights off . They... will remind you to the position 1. '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) Headlights and turn signals NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on and push the lever away from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) Light reminder buzzer A buzzer will not...
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...be in Section 7-3. The turn , but you make a turn signal light switch will flash. '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 83 If the turn them off the road as far off , push the switch once again. See "Replacing ...(green lights) on the push the switch. emergency flashers, All the turn signal lights will not work when the emergency flashers are operating. 2003 RAV4 from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than normal, a front or rear turn on the instrument panel flash faster than necessary...
...be in Section 7-3. The turn , but you make a turn signal light switch will flash. '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 83 If the turn them off the road as far off , push the switch once again. See "Replacing ...(green lights) on the push the switch. emergency flashers, All the turn signal lights will not work when the emergency flashers are operating. 2003 RAV4 from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than normal, a front or rear turn on the instrument panel flash faster than necessary...
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... in the "LOCK" position and the door is in the "DOOR" position and any of the side doors and back door are Without moon roof 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 85 D All the side doors and back door are unlocked simultaneously using either the key or the wireless remote ...control transmitter, the interior lights will automatically turn off , push the switch once again. INTERIOR LIGHT CUT OFF OPERATION To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will come on. locked when the light is in With moon roof D All the side doors and back door are ...
... in the "LOCK" position and the door is in the "DOOR" position and any of the side doors and back door are Without moon roof 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 85 D All the side doors and back door are unlocked simultaneously using either the key or the wireless remote ...control transmitter, the interior lights will automatically turn off , push the switch once again. INTERIOR LIGHT CUT OFF OPERATION To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will come on. locked when the light is in With moon roof D All the side doors and back door are ...
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.... On some models, the heater panels in the "ON" position. Make sure you turn the defoggers off after the defoggers have operated about 15 minutes. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) If the outside rear view mirrors are not designed for drying rain water or for a long time could cause the... battery to discharge, especially during stop-and-go driving. The key must be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connectors. 87 The ...
.... On some models, the heater panels in the "ON" position. Make sure you turn the defoggers off after the defoggers have operated about 15 minutes. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) If the outside rear view mirrors are not designed for drying rain water or for a long time could cause the... battery to discharge, especially during stop-and-go driving. The key must be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connectors. 87 The ...
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...off after the several driving trips. This means that the warning light system is not designed to operate, however, until the battery is not loose... Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for concern if it then goes out when the engine is extremely low. Emissions Inspection and ... belt is broken or loose. (e) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil pressure is empty, refuel immediately. 96 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) Turn off after a hard stop the engine immediately. For details, see "Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I /M)...
...off after the several driving trips. This means that the warning light system is not designed to operate, however, until the battery is not loose... Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for concern if it then goes out when the engine is extremely low. Emissions Inspection and ... belt is broken or loose. (e) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil pressure is empty, refuel immediately. 96 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) Turn off after a hard stop the engine immediately. For details, see "Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I /M)...
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... the key, the engine immobiliser system is automatically set. (See "Engine immobiliser system" on page 11 in loss of steering control. 100 2003 RAV4 from "ACC" to remove the key. For starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at this will discharge and the ignition could be... damaged. The battery will lock the steering wheel and result in Section 1-2.) "START"-Starter motor on . Vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must push...
... the key, the engine immobiliser system is automatically set. (See "Engine immobiliser system" on page 11 in loss of steering control. 100 2003 RAV4 from "ACC" to remove the key. For starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at this will discharge and the ignition could be... damaged. The battery will lock the steering wheel and result in Section 1-2.) "START"-Starter motor on . Vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must push...
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... any liquid into the outlet may cause electrical failure or short circuits. for The key must be used. z To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely... key must be in completely. When finished with your cigarette, thoroughly extinguish it out. Rear 2003 RAV4 from catching fire. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in the "ACC" position. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for use . z Close the power outlet lids when the power...
... any liquid into the outlet may cause electrical failure or short circuits. for The key must be used. z To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely... key must be in completely. When finished with your cigarette, thoroughly extinguish it out. Rear 2003 RAV4 from catching fire. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in the "ACC" position. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for use . z Close the power outlet lids when the power...
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.... NOTICE z If driving through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. NOTICE Do not use more likely to visually inspect the battery. Check the condition of charge. Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of engine coolant. Water entering the engine air intake will be in ...protection down to provide enough power for your vehicle's suspension and chassis. Your Toyota dealer and most service stations will cause severe engine damage. Drive slowly and avoid deep water. 2003 RAV4 from wheel bearings, causing rusting and premature failure, and may cause loss of...
.... NOTICE z If driving through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. NOTICE Do not use more likely to visually inspect the battery. Check the condition of charge. Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of engine coolant. Water entering the engine air intake will be in ...protection down to provide enough power for your vehicle's suspension and chassis. Your Toyota dealer and most service stations will cause severe engine damage. Drive slowly and avoid deep water. 2003 RAV4 from wheel bearings, causing rusting and premature failure, and may cause loss of...
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..., turn the key to start the engine" on page 184 for assistance. Then try starting . Call your key may be broken. If the battery terminals are tight and clean. 2. See "(b) Starting a flooded engine" on page 170 in Section 1-2.) If the engine is not turning over or...may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine starts. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. (b) Starting a flooded engine NOTICE Do not pull-or push-start - 1. It may overheat the starter and wiring systems. 184 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) If they work , the system is...
..., turn the key to start the engine" on page 184 for assistance. Then try starting . Call your key may be broken. If the battery terminals are tight and clean. 2. See "(b) Starting a flooded engine" on page 170 in Section 1-2.) If the engine is not turning over or...may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine starts. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. (b) Starting a flooded engine NOTICE Do not pull-or push-start - 1. It may overheat the starter and wiring systems. 184 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) If they work , the system is...
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...sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting . Then get acid 2003 RAV4 from battery explosion, acid burns, electrical burns, or damaged electronic components, these instructions must be followed precisely. Do not jump ...start unless you should accidentally get immediate medical attention. D Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of a competent mechanic or towing service...
...sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting . Then get acid 2003 RAV4 from battery explosion, acid burns, electrical burns, or damaged electronic components, these instructions must be followed precisely. Do not jump ...start unless you should accidentally get immediate medical attention. D Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of a competent mechanic or towing service...
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...) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the clamp of the positive (red) jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal on the booster battery. The recommended connecting point is installed in the following illustration: 186 2003 RAV4 from the booster and discharged batteries. If required, remove all unnecessary lights and accessories. 2. Connect...
...) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the clamp of the positive (red) jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal on the booster battery. The recommended connecting point is installed in the following illustration: 186 2003 RAV4 from the booster and discharged batteries. If required, remove all unnecessary lights and accessories. 2. Connect...
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... 6 removed clips and press down their heads to avoid serious injury, do not lean over the battery or accidentally let the jumper cables or clamps touch anything except the correct battery terminals or the ground. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 187 '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) 5. Connecting point Do ...engine is securely in the exact reverse order: the negative cable and then the positive cable. 7. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs. Start your Toyota dealer. After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm for example, lights left on), you should have it checked at your...
... 6 removed clips and press down their heads to avoid serious injury, do not lean over the battery or accidentally let the jumper cables or clamps touch anything except the correct battery terminals or the ground. 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U) 187 '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) 5. Connecting point Do ...engine is securely in the exact reverse order: the negative cable and then the positive cable. 7. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs. Start your Toyota dealer. After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm for example, lights left on), you should have it checked at your...
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... on a level spot. Battery electrolyte level Your Toyota has a maintenance free battery. The level should be in Section 7-2 for additional information. '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) Does your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.... D D D D Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging Appreciable loss of these clues, take your vehicle to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 2003 RAV4...
... on a level spot. Battery electrolyte level Your Toyota has a maintenance free battery. The level should be in Section 7-2 for additional information. '03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) Does your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.... D D D D Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging Appreciable loss of these clues, take your vehicle to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 2003 RAV4...