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... Quick Reference Guide is current at any time without notice. 2009 RAV4 This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of satisfied driving in color throughout the Owner's Manual. 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. Pay special...
... Quick Reference Guide is current at any time without notice. 2009 RAV4 This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of satisfied driving in color throughout the Owner's Manual. 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. Pay special...
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... lock/unlock Grasp * Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or all doors. NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote. 7 the engine not running. Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors. Power (without starting engine) Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the "ENGINE...
... lock/unlock Grasp * Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or all doors. NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote. 7 the engine not running. Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors. Power (without starting engine) Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the "ENGINE...
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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. NOTE: Should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs on loose or unpaved surfaces. Refer to the four wheels. 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
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. NOTE: Should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs on loose or unpaved surfaces. Refer to the four wheels. 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
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again to open partway; Door locks Unlock Lock VSC OFF button VSC OFF button The VSC OFF button is disconnected, the moonroof needs to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner's Manual for more details. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Moonroof (if equipped) Sliding operation Push once to open completely. Open Recommended driving 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
again to open partway; Door locks Unlock Lock VSC OFF button VSC OFF button The VSC OFF button is disconnected, the moonroof needs to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner's Manual for more details. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Moonroof (if equipped) Sliding operation Push once to open completely. Open Recommended driving 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
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... 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 adjust while the vehicle is in the Owner's Manual for more details. Refer to...
... 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 adjust while the vehicle is in the Owner's Manual for more details. Refer to...
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... seat Right front seat Air Conditioning/Heating Automatic Air Conditioning Temperature selector (driver side) Fresh or recirculated cabin air Airflow vent In " " mode, use fresh air (" " indicator OFF) to reduce window fogging. " " mode uses fresh air only. Air Conditioning ON/OFF "DUAL" button Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger.
... seat Right front seat Air Conditioning/Heating Automatic Air Conditioning Temperature selector (driver side) Fresh or recirculated cabin air Airflow vent In " " mode, use fresh air (" " indicator OFF) to reduce window fogging. " " mode uses fresh air only. Air Conditioning ON/OFF "DUAL" button Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger.
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... fully up, instrument panel lights will not dim when the headlights are turned ON. 19 Minute set M- Manual Air Conditioning OVERVIEW Airflow vent " " or " " mode uses fresh air only (" " indicator "OFF") to turn A/C OFF in this mode. Fan speed Temperature selector Air Conditioning ON/OFF...
... fully up, instrument panel lights will not dim when the headlights are turned ON. 19 Minute set M- Manual Air Conditioning OVERVIEW Airflow vent " " or " " mode uses fresh air only (" " indicator "OFF") to turn A/C OFF in this mode. Fan speed Temperature selector Air Conditioning ON/OFF...
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...steep hills while maintaining a low speed without brake pedal operation. Downhill Assist Control system (DAC) DAC helps the vehicle to activate (indicator will be used . Refer to be solid). Pressing the button again will blink). Engine switch/"ENGINE START STOP" switch must be in the "ACC" or "ON.... Power outlets-120V AC (if equipped) ON/OFF switch Push Rear console NOTE: Engine switch/"ENGINE START STOP" switch must be used . FEATURES/OPERATIONS Power outlets-12V DC Instrument panel Inside center console Luggage compartment NOTE: Designed for more details. 22
...steep hills while maintaining a low speed without brake pedal operation. Downhill Assist Control system (DAC) DAC helps the vehicle to activate (indicator will be used . Refer to be solid). Pressing the button again will blink). Engine switch/"ENGINE START STOP" switch must be in the "ACC" or "ON.... Power outlets-120V AC (if equipped) ON/OFF switch Push Rear console NOTE: Engine switch/"ENGINE START STOP" switch must be used . FEATURES/OPERATIONS Power outlets-12V DC Instrument panel Inside center console Luggage compartment NOTE: Designed for more details. 22
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If the light does not turn off , have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Doors-Child safety locks Rear door Moving the lever to "LOCK" will allow the door to be re-extended beyond ... install a child restraint system, refer to help hold child restraint systems securely. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will come on hips as possible If belt is used to the Owner's Manual. This feature is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be opened only from the outside.
If the light does not turn off , have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Doors-Child safety locks Rear door Moving the lever to "LOCK" will allow the door to be re-extended beyond ... install a child restraint system, refer to help hold child restraint systems securely. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will come on hips as possible If belt is used to the Owner's Manual. This feature is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be opened only from the outside.
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... Headlight switch...Fog light switch ...Windshield wipers and washer ...Rear window wiper and washer ...165 168 169 171 3 Interior features 3-1. Using other driving systems Cruise control...Rear view monitor system ...Driving assist systems ...Hill-start assist control...Downhill assist control system ...Four-wheel ...drive lock switch...2-5. 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 adapter...Using the steering wheel audio switches...236 239 ...
... Headlight switch...Fog light switch ...Windshield wipers and washer ...Rear window wiper and washer ...165 168 169 171 3 Interior features 3-1. Using other driving systems Cruise control...Rear view monitor system ...Driving assist systems ...Hill-start assist control...Downhill assist control system ...Four-wheel ...drive lock switch...2-5. 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 adapter...Using the steering wheel audio switches...236 239 ...
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Using the interior lights Interior lights list ...300 • Personal/interior light main switch ...301 • Personal/interior lights......Clock ...Power outlets ...Seat heaters...Armrest...Coat hooks ...Floor mat ...Luggage compartment features ...312 313 314 315 318 320 321 322 323 4-1. Using the storage features List of storage features...304 • Glove box ...305 • Console box ...306 • Overhead console ...307 •......Light bulbs ...344 348 350 352 368 375 380 382 384 388 400 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Index Using the phone book ...292 4 Maintenance and care 3-4.
Using the interior lights Interior lights list ...300 • Personal/interior light main switch ...301 • Personal/interior lights......Clock ...Power outlets ...Seat heaters...Armrest...Coat hooks ...Floor mat ...Luggage compartment features ...312 313 314 315 318 320 321 322 323 4-1. Using the storage features List of storage features...304 • Glove box ...305 • Console box ...306 • Overhead console ...307 •......Light bulbs ...344 348 350 352 368 375 380 382 384 388 400 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Index Using the phone book ...292 4 Maintenance and care 3-4.
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... you, your occupants or others. Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that children may be fatal to operate your vehicle. Anything that have or use the key. Children may injure themselves by playing with resulting death or serious injury to avoid accidents. Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to...
... you, your occupants or others. Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that children may be fatal to operate your vehicle. Anything that have or use the key. Children may injure themselves by playing with resulting death or serious injury to avoid accidents. Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to...
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a lid opens). 21 Symbols used in order to avoid or reduce the risk of a circle with a slash through it means "Do not", "Do not do this", or "Do not let ... what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of an operation (e.g. Arrows indicating operations Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. You are informed about what you must or must not do in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of damage...
a lid opens). 21 Symbols used in order to avoid or reduce the risk of a circle with a slash through it means "Do not", "Do not do this", or "Do not let ... what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of an operation (e.g. Arrows indicating operations Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. You are informed about what you must or must not do in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of damage...
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After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. K e y inform a t ion Ke ys The following keys are provided with smart key system) Take out the ... system Electronic 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. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. 1 -1 . If the electronic key battery is depleted or the...
After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. K e y inform a t ion Ke ys The following keys are provided with smart key system) Take out the ... system Electronic 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. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. 1 -1 . If the electronic key battery is depleted or the...
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... number plate Keep the plate in a safe place such as circumstances demand. (→P. 305) Vehicles without smart key system: Carry the master key for your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (→P. 454) n When riding in the vehicle. l Do not expose the keys to the key surface. If you do not... leave the valet key only with wireless remote control function onto an aircraft, make sure you are not likely to be made by your own use and provide the attendant with the operation of the aircraft. 1 Before driving NOTICE n To prevent key damage l Do not subject the keys to strong ...
... number plate Keep the plate in a safe place such as circumstances demand. (→P. 305) Vehicles without smart key system: Carry the master key for your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (→P. 454) n When riding in the vehicle. l Do not expose the keys to the key surface. If you do not... leave the valet key only with wireless remote control function onto an aircraft, make sure you are not likely to be made by your own use and provide the attendant with the operation of the aircraft. 1 Before driving NOTICE n To prevent key damage l Do not subject the keys to strong ...
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... l When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic object l When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity l When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio waves • Another vehicle's electronic key • A wireless key that the doors have been...
... l When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic object l When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity l When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio waves • Another vehicle's electronic key • A wireless key that the doors have been...
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l The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control function. (→P. 38) l The vehicle is disabled in order to unlock only the... Interior: Pings once n Battery-saving function In the following circumstances, the entry function is locked/unlocked using the door handle lock button. 1-2. l When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more l When the electronic key has been left within approximately 3 ft. (1.... Opening, closing and locking the doors The setting changes each time an operation is locked using the mechanical key. (→P. 455) 31
l The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control function. (→P. 38) l The vehicle is disabled in order to unlock only the... Interior: Pings once n Battery-saving function In the following circumstances, the entry function is locked/unlocked using the door handle lock button. 1-2. l When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more l When the electronic key has been left within approximately 3 ft. (1.... Opening, closing and locking the doors The setting changes each time an operation is locked using the mechanical key. (→P. 455) 31
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... leave the electronic key within the effective range (detection areas), the system may not operate properly in the glove box when the engine is not used.) If the smart key system or the wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted...
... leave the electronic key within the effective range (detection areas), the system may not operate properly in the glove box when the engine is not used.) If the smart key system or the wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted...
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...Security feature If a door is not opened and closed.) l Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not be unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to prevent the theft of water splashes on the door handle, such as warning lights are not opened within 6 ft. (2 m) ...possibility that the door may not unlock the door. n Alarms and warning indicators A combination of the vehicle. l If the wireless remote control is used to unlock the doors.) n When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic ...
...Security feature If a door is not opened and closed.) l Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not be unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to prevent the theft of water splashes on the door handle, such as warning lights are not opened within 6 ft. (2 m) ...possibility that the door may not unlock the door. n Alarms and warning indicators A combination of the vehicle. l If the wireless remote control is used to unlock the doors.) n When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic ...
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Tried to lock the vehicle using the entry function while the electronic key is open. Tried to P. Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF and lock the doors again. Correction procedure ... doors 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 the door and exit the vehicle without first turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. Tried to P. Alarm...
Tried to lock the vehicle using the entry function while the electronic key is open. Tried to P. Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF and lock the doors again. Correction procedure ... doors 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 the door and exit the vehicle without first turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. Tried to P. Alarm...
