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... or equipment malfunction. A word about safe vehicle operations This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Every RAV4 owner should review the Owner's Manual that accompanies this Quick Reference Guide is current at any time without notice.... All information in the vehicle's glove box. 2008 RAV4 This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of the vehicle's capabilities and limitations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you...
... or equipment malfunction. A word about safe vehicle operations This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Every RAV4 owner should review the Owner's Manual that accompanies this Quick Reference Guide is current at any time without notice.... All information in the vehicle's glove box. 2008 RAV4 This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of the vehicle's capabilities and limitations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you...
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... 20 10 11 16 11 12 13 21 15 15 13 24 24 24 25 24 OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES * Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature. 1 INDEX Item Page no.
... 20 10 11 16 11 12 13 21 15 15 13 24 24 24 25 24 OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES * Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature. 1 INDEX Item Page no.
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OVERVIEW Instrument panel Steering wheel controls Steering wheel audio controls Telephone controls* Speech command button* Cruise control Instrument panel light control Headlight, turn signal and front fog light* control Wiper and washer controls Four-wheel drive lock switch (4WD models) or "AUTO LSD" switch (2WD models) Audio system Emergency flasher switch Front passenger occupant classification indicator Air Conditioning controls Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger switch* 2
OVERVIEW Instrument panel Steering wheel controls Steering wheel audio controls Telephone controls* Speech command button* Cruise control Instrument panel light control Headlight, turn signal and front fog light* control Wiper and washer controls Four-wheel drive lock switch (4WD models) or "AUTO LSD" switch (2WD models) Audio system Emergency flasher switch Front passenger occupant classification indicator Air Conditioning controls Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger switch* 2
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With automatic Air Conditioning system OVERVIEW With manual Air Conditioning system FEATURES/OPERATIONS Clock and Air Conditioning display 12V DC Power outlet Seat heater switch* Downhill Assist Control switch Front passenger seat belt reminder light Engine immobilizer indicator* Engine switch Tilt and telescopic steering release 115V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch* * If equipped SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 3
With automatic Air Conditioning system OVERVIEW With manual Air Conditioning system FEATURES/OPERATIONS Clock and Air Conditioning display 12V DC Power outlet Seat heater switch* Downhill Assist Control switch Front passenger seat belt reminder light Engine immobilizer indicator* Engine switch Tilt and telescopic steering release 115V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch* * If equipped SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 3
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... •Downhill Assist Control warning1 •Hill-start Assist Control warning1 Open door warning1 1 For details, refer to "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers," Section 1-6, 2008 Owner's Manual. 2 For details, refer to "Active torque control 4WD system," Section...
... •Downhill Assist Control warning1 •Hill-start Assist Control warning1 Open door warning1 1 For details, refer to "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers," Section 1-6, 2008 Owner's Manual. 2 For details, refer to "Active torque control 4WD system," Section...
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... indicator Cruise control indicator3 Anti-lock Brake System warning1 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES FEATURES/OPERATIONS OVERVIEW 3 If this light flashes, refer to "Cruise control," Section 1-7, 2008 Owner's Manual. 5
... indicator Cruise control indicator3 Anti-lock Brake System warning1 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES FEATURES/OPERATIONS OVERVIEW 3 If this light flashes, refer to "Cruise control," Section 1-7, 2008 Owner's Manual. 5
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Locking operation Unlocking operation Push Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is heard. Keyless entry Beep sound can be switched "ON" or "OFF." Refer to the Owner's Manual for safety. 6 OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release and cap Driver seat Pull up Turn Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is not opened within 30 seconds, all doors will relock for more details. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine " " indicator may illuminate.
Locking operation Unlocking operation Push Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is heard. Keyless entry Beep sound can be switched "ON" or "OFF." Refer to the Owner's Manual for safety. 6 OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release and cap Driver seat Pull up Turn Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is not opened within 30 seconds, all doors will relock for more details. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine " " indicator may illuminate.
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Panic button OVERVIEW Push and hold Hood release FEATURES/OPERATIONS Pull Pull up latch and raise hood SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 7
Panic button OVERVIEW Push and hold Hood release FEATURES/OPERATIONS Pull Pull up latch and raise hood SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 7
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Please refer to the "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet," "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement." 8 OVERVIEW Engine maintenance 4 cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine 6 cylinder (2GR-FE) engine Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap Engine oil level dipstick Windshield and back window washer fluid tank Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet," "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement." 8 OVERVIEW Engine maintenance 4 cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine 6 cylinder (2GR-FE) engine Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap Engine oil level dipstick Windshield and back window washer fluid tank Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
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Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the "D" position. FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 9 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Automatic Transmission 4-speed models OVERVIEW Park* Reverse Neutral Drive Third gear Second gear First gear 5-speed models Park* Reverse Neutral Drive Fourth gear Third gear Second gear First gear * The engine switch must be ON, and the brake pedal depressed to shift from "Park."
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the "D" position. FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 9 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Automatic Transmission 4-speed models OVERVIEW Park* Reverse Neutral Drive Third gear Second gear First gear 5-speed models Park* Reverse Neutral Drive Fourth gear Third gear Second gear First gear * The engine switch must be ON, and the brake pedal depressed to shift from "Park."
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NOTE: Should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs on loose or unpaved surfaces. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Auto lock Active torque functions control 4WD (4WD models) Four-wheel drive lock switch Push the switch to ensure that the engine torque is applied to the Owner's Manual for more details. Seat adjustments-Front Manual seat Power seat Position Height crank (driver side only) Seatback angle Driver seat: position, cushion angle and height Passenger seat: position only Seatback angle Lumbar support 10 Refer to the four wheels.
NOTE: Should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs on loose or unpaved surfaces. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Auto lock Active torque functions control 4WD (4WD models) Four-wheel drive lock switch Push the switch to ensure that the engine torque is applied to the Owner's Manual for more details. Seat adjustments-Front Manual seat Power seat Position Height crank (driver side only) Seatback angle Driver seat: position, cushion angle and height Passenger seat: position only Seatback angle Lumbar support 10 Refer to the four wheels.
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Seats-Head restraints Front seats Second row seats OVERVIEW Lock release button Third row seats Lock release button FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat adjustments-Second row seats Vehicles with third row seats SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Position Seatback angle Seatback lock release 11
Seats-Head restraints Front seats Second row seats OVERVIEW Lock release button Third row seats Lock release button FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat adjustments-Second row seats Vehicles with third row seats SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Position Seatback angle Seatback lock release 11
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seats-Folding down second row seats Vehicles without third row seats Left side remote seat release Right side remote seat release Vehicles with third row seats (2) Lower (1) Push (3) Pull down 12
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seats-Folding down second row seats Vehicles without third row seats Left side remote seat release Right side remote seat release Vehicles with third row seats (2) Lower (1) Push (3) Pull down 12
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Seats-Stowing third row seats (if equipped) (4) Fold down OVERVIEW (2) Lower (3) Pull (1) Push (8) Push to lock in (6) Lift up (5) Pull up (9) Push to lock in FEATURES/OPERATIONS (7) Push down Windshield wipers & washers Front Adjust interval Single wipe Interval wipe Pull to wash and wipe Slow Fast Rear SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Wash and wipe Wipe Interval wipe Wash and wipe 13
Seats-Stowing third row seats (if equipped) (4) Fold down OVERVIEW (2) Lower (3) Pull (1) Push (8) Push to lock in (6) Lift up (5) Pull up (9) Push to lock in FEATURES/OPERATIONS (7) Push down Windshield wipers & washers Front Adjust interval Single wipe Interval wipe Pull to wash and wipe Slow Fast Rear SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Wash and wipe Wipe Interval wipe Wash and wipe 13
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS Lights & turn signals Headlights Headlights Parking lights High beam Low beam High beam flasher -Daytime Running Light system (if equipped) Automatically turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity. -Automatic light cut off system Will automatically turn Front fog lights (if equipped) Turn Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on remote may be pushed. Turn signals Right turn Lane change Lane change Left turn lights off after a delay of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on low beam. 14
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Lights & turn signals Headlights Headlights Parking lights High beam Low beam High beam flasher -Daytime Running Light system (if equipped) Automatically turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity. -Automatic light cut off system Will automatically turn Front fog lights (if equipped) Turn Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on remote may be pushed. Turn signals Right turn Lane change Lane change Left turn lights off after a delay of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on low beam. 14
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NOTE: If the battery is in the opposite direction. To stop window midway, lightly push the switch in motion. NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is disconnected, the window needs to be reinitialized. Driver's window remains operable. Refer to fully open or close. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Parking brake Set Pull (1) Pull slightly (2) Push (3) Lower Release OVERVIEW Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Length Lock release lever Angle FEATURES/OPERATIONS Hold wheel, push lever down or pull it completely up and release to the Owner...
NOTE: If the battery is in the opposite direction. To stop window midway, lightly push the switch in motion. NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is disconnected, the window needs to be reinitialized. Driver's window remains operable. Refer to fully open or close. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Parking brake Set Pull (1) Pull slightly (2) Push (3) Lower Release OVERVIEW Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Length Lock release lever Angle FEATURES/OPERATIONS Hold wheel, push lever down or pull it completely up and release to the Owner...
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Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and passenger. Temperature (front passenger side) Micro dust and pollen filter ON/OFF Rear defogger Fan speed Climate control OFF Automatic climate control ON Adjust the temperature setting, and airflow vents and fan will adjust automatically. 16 Air Conditioning ON/OFF "DUAL" button Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat heaters (if equipped) Left front seat Right front seat Air Conditioning/Heating Automatic Air Conditioning Temperature (driver side) Fresh or ...
Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and passenger. Temperature (front passenger side) Micro dust and pollen filter ON/OFF Rear defogger Fan speed Climate control OFF Automatic climate control ON Adjust the temperature setting, and airflow vents and fan will adjust automatically. 16 Air Conditioning ON/OFF "DUAL" button Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat heaters (if equipped) Left front seat Right front seat Air Conditioning/Heating Automatic Air Conditioning Temperature (driver side) Fresh or ...
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Hour set :00- Minute set M- MAX A/C changes air intake to reduce window fogging. Manual Air Conditioning OVERVIEW Airflow vent selector In " " or " " mode, use fresh air (" " indicator "OFF") to recirculate. Fan speed Temperature Air Conditioning ON/OFF Use for quick cooling. Rear defogger Fresh or recirculated cabin air FEATURES/OPERATIONS Clock Manual Air Conditioning system Automatic Air Conditioning system H- Round off minutes SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Bottle holders Front doors Rear doors 17 It is not possible to change intake to fresh, or to turn A/C OFF in ...
Hour set :00- Minute set M- MAX A/C changes air intake to reduce window fogging. Manual Air Conditioning OVERVIEW Airflow vent selector In " " or " " mode, use fresh air (" " indicator "OFF") to recirculate. Fan speed Temperature Air Conditioning ON/OFF Use for quick cooling. Rear defogger Fresh or recirculated cabin air FEATURES/OPERATIONS Clock Manual Air Conditioning system Automatic Air Conditioning system H- Round off minutes SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Bottle holders Front doors Rear doors 17 It is not possible to change intake to fresh, or to turn A/C OFF in ...
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS Audio Type 1 Push to skip up /down folder Eject CD Seek station/ CD track select Station/CD track scan Mode View CD text Type 2 additional functions Load CD(s) AM/Satellite radio View genre/Push to turn ON/OFF Preset buttons - Push to adjust tone & balance Push to skip up /down folder Type 2 (with JBL speakers) CD PLAYER To scan tracks on a disc Push "SCAN." Insert one disc. -To load multiple discs Push and hold selection. To select a folder (MP3/WMA only) Push either side of "FOLDER" or "TYPE/FOLDER." 18 Wait until the green indicator illuminates and shutter ...
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Audio Type 1 Push to skip up /down folder Eject CD Seek station/ CD track select Station/CD track scan Mode View CD text Type 2 additional functions Load CD(s) AM/Satellite radio View genre/Push to turn ON/OFF Preset buttons - Push to adjust tone & balance Push to skip up /down folder Type 2 (with JBL speakers) CD PLAYER To scan tracks on a disc Push "SCAN." Insert one disc. -To load multiple discs Push and hold selection. To select a folder (MP3/WMA only) Push either side of "FOLDER" or "TYPE/FOLDER." 18 Wait until the green indicator illuminates and shutter ...
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" " -In radio mode Push to scan preset stations. Push and hold to select a preset station; OVERVIEW Steering wheel controls (if equipped) " +" Volume control "MODE" Push to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle's speaker system. > SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 19 FEATURES/OPERATIONS AUX audio jack > By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you hear a beep. push and hold to seek the next strong station. -In CD mode Push to skip up or down a preset button (1-6) until you can listen to turn the audio OFF. Push desired preset button (1-6) to next...
" " -In radio mode Push to scan preset stations. Push and hold to select a preset station; OVERVIEW Steering wheel controls (if equipped) " +" Volume control "MODE" Push to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle's speaker system. > SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 19 FEATURES/OPERATIONS AUX audio jack > By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you hear a beep. push and hold to seek the next strong station. -In CD mode Push to skip up or down a preset button (1-6) until you can listen to turn the audio OFF. Push desired preset button (1-6) to next...