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...Inside left side box Jack Tool bag Removing the spare tire (1) FEATURES/OPERATIONS ! Unhook the latch on the bottom of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. 2011 RAV4 This Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for tire changing and jack positioning procedures. * If equipped SAFETY AND...Reference Guide is a summary of printing. wish you avoid injury or equipment malfunction. Toyota reserves the right to review the Owner's Manual and supplementary manuals so you can locate and use the vehicle's main equipment quickly and easily. We strongly encourage you to make changes...
...Inside left side box Jack Tool bag Removing the spare tire (1) FEATURES/OPERATIONS ! Unhook the latch on the bottom of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. 2011 RAV4 This Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for tire changing and jack positioning procedures. * If equipped SAFETY AND...Reference Guide is a summary of printing. wish you avoid injury or equipment malfunction. Toyota reserves the right to review the Owner's Manual and supplementary manuals so you can locate and use the vehicle's main equipment quickly and easily. We strongly encourage you to make changes...
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... can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or all doors. the engine not running. All systems OFF. NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote. 7 Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors. Power (without starting engine) Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the "ENGINE START STOP" switch will...
... can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or all doors. the engine not running. All systems OFF. NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote. 7 Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors. Power (without starting engine) Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the "ENGINE START STOP" switch will...
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Active torque control 4WD Auto lock functions (4WD models) Four-wheel drive lock switch OVERVIEW Push the switch to ensure that the engine torque is applied to the Owner's Manual for more details. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seats-Head restraints Front seats Second row seats Lock release button Lock release button Third row seats (if equipped) SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Lock release button 11 Refer to the four wheels. NOTE: Should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs on loose or unpaved surfaces.
Active torque control 4WD Auto lock functions (4WD models) Four-wheel drive lock switch OVERVIEW Push the switch to ensure that the engine torque is applied to the Owner's Manual for more details. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seats-Head restraints Front seats Second row seats Lock release button Lock release button Third row seats (if equipped) SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Lock release button 11 Refer to the four wheels. NOTE: Should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs on loose or unpaved surfaces.
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Door locks Unlock Lock VSC OFF button VSC OFF button The VSC OFF button is disconnected, the moonroof needs to be reinitialized. again to open partway; Refer to the Owner's Manual for more details. Open Recommended open position to minimize wind noise Close Tilting operation Close Tilt NOTE: If battery is used to switch between modes related to the TRAC, VSC and Auto LSD functions (2WD models.) Refer to Section 2-4 of the Owner's Manual for more information. 16 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Moonroof (if equipped) Sliding operation Push once to open completely.
Door locks Unlock Lock VSC OFF button VSC OFF button The VSC OFF button is disconnected, the moonroof needs to be reinitialized. again to open partway; Refer to the Owner's Manual for more details. Open Recommended open position to minimize wind noise Close Tilting operation Close Tilt NOTE: If battery is used to switch between modes related to the TRAC, VSC and Auto LSD functions (2WD models.) Refer to Section 2-4 of the Owner's Manual for more information. 16 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Moonroof (if equipped) Sliding operation Push once to open completely.
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... Angle Length Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever. NOTE: Do not attempt to Toyota.LetsTalk.com for more information about phone connections and compatibility. Refer to "Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)," Section 3-3 in the Owner's Manual, or go to adjust while the... End call Volume Voice command button Start call Bluetooth® technology allows dialing or receipt of calls without taking hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the compatible telephone and the system.
... Angle Length Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever. NOTE: Do not attempt to Toyota.LetsTalk.com for more information about phone connections and compatibility. Refer to "Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)," Section 3-3 in the Owner's Manual, or go to adjust while the... End call Volume Voice command button Start call Bluetooth® technology allows dialing or receipt of calls without taking hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the compatible telephone and the system.
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... ON/OFF "DUAL" button Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger. Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and passenger. " " mode uses fresh air only. Temperature selector (front passenger side) Micro dust and pollen filter ON/OFF Rear defogger Fan speed Windshield deffogger Climate control OFF Automatic ...Right front seat Air Conditioning/Heating Automatic Air Conditioning Temperature selector (driver side) Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF) Airflow vent In " " mode, use fresh air (" " indicator OFF) to reduce window fogging.
... ON/OFF "DUAL" button Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger. Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and passenger. " " mode uses fresh air only. Temperature selector (front passenger side) Micro dust and pollen filter ON/OFF Rear defogger Fan speed Windshield deffogger Climate control OFF Automatic ...Right front seat Air Conditioning/Heating Automatic Air Conditioning Temperature selector (driver side) Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF) Airflow vent In " " mode, use fresh air (" " indicator OFF) to reduce window fogging.
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... system Automatic Air Conditioning system H- Fan speed Temperature selector Air Conditioning ON/OFF Select for maximum cooling. Manual Air Conditioning OVERVIEW Airflow vent " " or " " mode uses fresh air only (" " indicator "OFF") to recirculate.
... system Automatic Air Conditioning system H- Fan speed Temperature selector Air Conditioning ON/OFF Select for maximum cooling. Manual Air Conditioning OVERVIEW Airflow vent " " or " " mode uses fresh air only (" " indicator "OFF") to recirculate.
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... a beep. Push again to hold to scan preset stations. Push desired preset button (1-6) to search within the selected audio medium (radio, CD, iPod®, etc.). " " Use to select. Push and hold to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. OVERVIEW Steering wheel controls (if equipped) Volume control "MODE" Push to...
... a beep. Push again to hold to scan preset stations. Push desired preset button (1-6) to search within the selected audio medium (radio, CD, iPod®, etc.). " " Use to select. Push and hold to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. OVERVIEW Steering wheel controls (if equipped) Volume control "MODE" Push to...
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... console Luggage compartment NOTE: Designed for more details. 22 Ignition switch/"ENGINE START STOP" switch must be in the "ACC" or "ON" position to be used . Pressing the button again will blink). Refer to descend steep hills while maintaining a low speed without brake pedal operation. Shift into L or R to be solid... outlets-120V AC (if equipped) Rear console NOTE: Ignition switch/"ENGINE START STOP" switch must be in the "ON" position to activate (indicator will be used .
... console Luggage compartment NOTE: Designed for more details. 22 Ignition switch/"ENGINE START STOP" switch must be in the "ACC" or "ON" position to be used . Pressing the button again will blink). Refer to descend steep hills while maintaining a low speed without brake pedal operation. Shift into L or R to be solid... outlets-120V AC (if equipped) Rear console NOTE: Ignition switch/"ENGINE START STOP" switch must be in the "ON" position to activate (indicator will be used .
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..., unless fully retracted again. Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Down Push up slack Too high Keep as low on hips as possible If belt is used to the Owner's Manual. To find more details. 24 If the light does not turn off , have the system checked by your... Toyota dealer. This feature is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be opened only from the outside. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Doors-Child safety ...
..., unless fully retracted again. Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Down Push up slack Too high Keep as low on hips as possible If belt is used to the Owner's Manual. To find more details. 24 If the light does not turn off , have the system checked by your... Toyota dealer. This feature is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be opened only from the outside. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Doors-Child safety ...
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...191 193 196 4 5 6 273 7 277 285 291 3 Using the audio system Audio system types ...Using the radio ...Using the CD player ...Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ...Optimal use of the audio system...Using the AUX port...Using the steering wheel audio switches...3-3. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions ...... driving tips ...Trailer towing ...Dinghy towing ...197 202 208 210 214 224 172 165 168 169 171 3 Interior features 3-1. Using other driving systems Cruise control...Rear view monitor system (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror) ...Driving assist systems ...
...191 193 196 4 5 6 273 7 277 285 291 3 Using the audio system Audio system types ...Using the radio ...Using the CD player ...Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ...Optimal use of the audio system...Using the AUX port...Using the steering wheel audio switches...3-3. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions ...... driving tips ...Trailer towing ...Dinghy towing ...197 202 208 210 214 224 172 165 168 169 171 3 Interior features 3-1. Using other driving systems Cruise control...Rear view monitor system (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror) ...Driving assist systems ...
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...trouble arises 5-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ...338 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ...341 4-2. Using the storage features List of storage features...• Glove box ...• Console box ...• Overhead console ...• Cup holders......• Bottle holders ...• Auxiliary box...3-6. TABLE OF CONTENTS Index Security and system setup ...296 Using the phone book ...299 3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ...• Personal/interior light main switch ...• Personal/interior lights...• ...
...trouble arises 5-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ...338 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ...341 4-2. Using the storage features List of storage features...• Glove box ...• Console box ...• Overhead console ...• Cup holders......• Bottle holders ...• Auxiliary box...3-6. TABLE OF CONTENTS Index Security and system setup ...296 Using the phone book ...299 3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ...• Personal/interior light main switch ...• Personal/interior lights...• ...
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Arrows indicating operations Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of damage to your Toyota and its equipment if the warning is ignored. Indicates the outcome of injury to operate switches and other devices. You are informed about...manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if the warning is ignored. Symbols used throughout this happen". NOTICE This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment. Symbols...
Arrows indicating operations Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of damage to your Toyota and its equipment if the warning is ignored. Indicates the outcome of injury to operate switches and other devices. You are informed about...manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if the warning is ignored. Symbols used throughout this happen". NOTICE This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment. Symbols...
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...keys Operating the smart key system (→P. 26) • Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 38) • Mechanical keys Key number plate Using the mechanical key (vehicles with the vehicle. K e y inform a t ion Ke ys The following keys are provided with smart key system) Take ...out the mechanical key. After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key battery is depleted...
...keys Operating the smart key system (→P. 26) • Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 38) • Mechanical keys Key number plate Using the mechanical key (vehicles with the vehicle. K e y inform a t ion Ke ys The following keys are provided with smart key system) Take ...out the mechanical key. After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key battery is depleted...
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... are not opened and closed.) ● Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door. ● If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be unlocked by the entry...
... are not opened and closed.) ● Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door. ● If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be unlocked by the entry...
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... and lock the doors again. Exterior alarm sounds once for 60 seconds Exterior alarm sounds once for 2 seconds Situation Tried to lock the doors using the entry function while a door is open . Close all of the doors and lock the doors again. Close the driver's door. 34... START STOP" switch OFF. Opening, closing and locking the doors ● When an alarm sounds: Take appropriate measures according to lock the vehicle using the entry function while the electronic key is open . Tried to the following table. 1-2. Alarm Exterior alarm sounds once for 10 seconds Interior alarm...
... and lock the doors again. Exterior alarm sounds once for 60 seconds Exterior alarm sounds once for 2 seconds Situation Tried to lock the doors using the entry function while a door is open . Close all of the doors and lock the doors again. Close the driver's door. 34... START STOP" switch OFF. Opening, closing and locking the doors ● When an alarm sounds: Take appropriate measures according to lock the vehicle using the entry function while the electronic key is open . Tried to the following table. 1-2. Alarm Exterior alarm sounds once for 10 seconds Interior alarm...
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... unlocks the driver's door. Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Wire le ss re m ot e c ont rol The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle from outside the vehicle. 1 -2 . Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Pushing and Sounds alarm holding...
... unlocks the driver's door. Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Wire le ss re m ot e c ont rol The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle from outside the vehicle. 1 -2 . Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Pushing and Sounds alarm holding...
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1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function, wireless remote control, key or door lock switch.
1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function, wireless remote control, key or door lock switch.
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The back door can be locked and unlocked using the back door handle. Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Ba ck door The back door can be opened using the wireless remote control, entry function (vehicles with smart key system) or door lock switch. 1 -2 .
The back door can be locked and unlocked using the back door handle. Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Ba ck door The back door can be opened using the wireless remote control, entry function (vehicles with smart key system) or door lock switch. 1 -2 .
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... vehicle by itself. It is not opened fully. Such additional weight on the back door may close the back door on an incline than genuine Toyota parts to the back door. from being caught. ● When closing the back door, take extra care to open back door hides the stop, tail... while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the presence of your fingers etc. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION ● Use caution when opening and closing by a warning triangle or other than on its outer surface. ● Do not attach any accessories other device. 48...
... vehicle by itself. It is not opened fully. Such additional weight on the back door may close the back door on an incline than genuine Toyota parts to the back door. from being caught. ● When closing the back door, take extra care to open back door hides the stop, tail... while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the presence of your fingers etc. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION ● Use caution when opening and closing by a warning triangle or other than on its outer surface. ● Do not attach any accessories other device. 48...