2009 Toyota RAV 4 Reference Owners Guide

2009 Quick Reference Guide 2009 RAV4 This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily. The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.

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Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new RAV4. Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction. All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of RAV4 operations. Every RAV4 owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle. ! A word about safe vehicle operations INDEX OVERVIEW Engine maintenance Fuel tank door release and cap Hood release Indicator symbols Instrument cluster Instrument panel Keyless entry* Smart Key system* FEATURES/OPERATIONS Active torque control 4WD (4WD models) 11 Air Conditioning/Heating 18-19 Audio 20-21 Automatic Transmission 10 Clock 19 Cruise control 23 Door locks 16 Downhill Assist Control system (DAC) 22 Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 23 Light control-Instrument panel 19 Lights & turn signals 14 Moonroof 16 Parking brake 10 Power outlets-12V DC 22 Power outlets-120V AC 22 Seat adjustments-Front 12 Seat adjustments-Second row seats 12 Seat heaters 18 Seats-Head restraints 11 Seats-Folding down second row seats 13 Seats-Stowing third row seats 13 Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) 17 Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 17 VSC OFF button 16 Windows 15 Windshield wipers & washers 15 Doors-Child safety locks Seat belts Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Spare tire & tools Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 24 24 24 25 24 9 8 8 4-5 4 2-3 6 7 OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES * Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature. 1 OVERVIEW Steering wheel controls Instrument panel Without telephone controls With manual Air Conditioning system OVERVIEW With telephone controls With automatic Air Conditioning system FEATURES/OPERATIONS Steering wheel audio controls1 Telephone controls1 Multi-information display switch Speech command button1 Cruise control Headlight, turn signal and front fog light1 control Wiper and washer controls Four-wheel drive lock switch (4WD models) Audio system/Navigation system1,2 Emergency flasher switch Air Conditioning controls “ENGINE START STOP ” button (Smart Key)1 Engine immobilizer indicator Front passenger seat belt reminder light Clock and Air Conditioning display Front passenger occupant classification indicator Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger switch1 12V DC Power outlet Seat heater switch1 VSC OFF switch Engine switch (standard key) Tilt and telescopic steering release Downhill Assist Control switch1 120V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch1 Instrument panel light control 1 2 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES If equipped Vehicles with navigation system: for details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual. ” 2 3 OVERVIEW Instrument cluster Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1 Low Tire Pressure Warning1 4WD warning1 Airbag SRS warning1 OVERVIEW Electric power steering system warning1 Low windshield washer fluid level warning Front passenger occupant classification indicator1 Turn signal indicator Headlight low/high beam indicator Tachometer Service indicator and reminder Speedometer Engine coolant temperature Fuel gauge Odometer, two trip meters and trip information display Trip meter reset knob Automatic Transmission indicator (4-speed) Automatic Transmission indicator (5-speed) Four-wheel drive lock indicator1,2 Vehicle Stability Control OFF indicator1 Front fog light indicator FEATURES/OPERATIONS Indicator symbols Brake system warning1 Charging system warning1 Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder (alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control indicator/Downhill Assist Control indicator1 AUTO Limited Slip Differential indicator1 Downhill Assist Control indicator1 Cruise control indicator3 Anti-lock Brake System warning1 Smart Key system warning SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Low engine oil pressure warning1 Low fuel level warning Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1 Engine oil replacement reminder1 Open door warning 1 2 Traction Control OFF indicator1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. For details, refer to “Four-wheel drive lock switch, ” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual. 3 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control, ” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual. 4 5 OVERVIEW Beep sound can be switched ON or OFF. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Keyless entry Locking operation Start function Smart Key system* (if equipped) Green indicator ON OVERVIEW Without Smart Key system With Smart Key system Carrying Depress brake pedal Push Unlocking operation Push With Smart Key system NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed. Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP ” switch will change the operation mode in succession from: Power (without starting engine) Without Smart Key system ACCESSORY Accessories such as the radio will operate. OFF ON Power ON; the engine not running. All systems OFF. Front door lock FEATURES/OPERATIONS NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety. Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors Locking operation Unlocking operation Front door unlock* Grasp Panic button Push Carry remote to lock/unlock Carry remote to lock/unlock SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Back door lock/unlock Push Push and hold Carry remote to lock/unlock * Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or all doors. Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors. NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote. 7 Grasp 6 OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release and cap Driver seat Turn 4 cylinder (2AR-FE) engine OVERVIEW Engine maintenance Pull up Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine ” ” indicator may illuminate. 6 cylinder (2GR-FE) engine FEATURES/OPERATIONS Hood release Pull up latch and raise hood Pull Engage support rod 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. ” 9 Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap Engine oil level dipstick Windshield and back window washer fluid tank SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 8 FEATURES/OPERATIONS 4-speed models Automatic Transmission Park* Reverse Neutral Drive Four-wheel drive lock switch Active torque control 4WD Auto lock functions (4WD models) OVERVIEW Third gear First gear Second gear 5-speed models Push the switch to ensure that the engine torque is applied to the four wheels. NOTE: Should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs on loose or unpaved surfaces. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Front seats Park* Reverse Neutral Drive Seats-Head restraints FEATURES/OPERATIONS Third gear First gear Fourth gear Second row seats Second gear * The “ENGINE START STOP ” switch/engine must be “ON ” and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park. Lock release button Third row seats (if equipped) SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Lock release button 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. Set Parking brake Pull Release (2) Push (3) Lower (1) Pull slightly Lock release button 10 11 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Manual seat Seat adjustments-Front Power seat From inside Seats-Folding down second row seats (2) Lower (3) Pull down OVERVIEW (1) Push From outside (vehicles without third row seats) Seat position (forward/backward) Height crank (driver side only) Seatback angle Driver seat: seat position, cushion angle and height Passenger seat: seat position only Seatback angle Lumbar support Vehicles without third row seats FEATURES/OPERATIONS Vehicles with third row seats Seat adjustments-Second row seats Seats-Stowing third row seats (if equipped) (2) Lower (4) Fold down (1) Push (3) Pull SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES (6) Lift up (5) Pull up (8) Push to lock in Seat position (forward/backward) Seatback angle Seatback lock release 12 (7) Push down (9) Push to lock in 13 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Headlights Lights & turn signals Auto (if equipped) Headlights Front Windshield wipers & washers Adjust frequency* Single wipe Interval wipe OVERVIEW Parking lights Low beam High beam High beam flasher Pull to wash and wipe Rear * Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency. Wash and wipe Wipe Interval wipe Fast Slow -Daytime Running Light system (DRL) (if equipped) Automatically turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity. -Automatic light cut off system Will automatically turn lights off after a delay of 30 seconds. Wash and wipe FEATURES/OPERATIONS Turn signals Lane change Right turn Driver side Windows Up Windows lock switch Lane change Front fog lights (if equipped) Left turn Down Turn Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam. Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop window midway, lightly push the switch in the opposite direction. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable. NOTE: If the battery is disconnected, the window needs to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 14 15 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Sliding operation Push once to open partway; again to open completely. Moonroof (if equipped) Open Recommended driving position to minimize wind noise Audio unit Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) (if equipped) Microphone OVERVIEW Tilting operation Close Close Steering wheel telephone switches NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the moonroof needs to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Tilt FEATURES/OPERATIONS End call Volume Door locks Unlock Lock 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. Start call Voice command button VSC OFF button Refer to “Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone), ” Section 3-3 in the Owner’s Manual for more details. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Lock release lever Angle SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Length VSC OFF button The VSC OFF button 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 Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever. NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion. 17 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat heaters (if equipped) Left front seat Manual Air Conditioning OVERVIEW Right front seat Automatic Air Conditioning Air Conditioning/Heating 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. Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and passenger. Temperature selector (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. 18 Manual Air Conditioning system Clock Airflow vent ” ” or ” ” mode uses fresh air only ( ” ” indicator “OFF “) to reduce window fogging. Fan speed Temperature selector Air Conditioning ON/OFF Use for quick cooling. MAX A/C changes air intake to recirculate. It is not possible to change intake to fresh, or to turn A/C OFF in this mode. Rear defogger Fresh or recirculated cabin air Automatic Air Conditioning system FEATURES/OPERATIONS H- Hour set M- Minute set :00- Round off minutes Light control-Instrument panel Brightness control SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES + With the dial turned fully up, instrument panel lights will not dim when the headlights are turned ON. 19 – FEATURES/OPERATIONS Audio Type 1 Push to turn ON/OFF Eject CD Preset buttons – functions in other modes indicated above number. Push to adjust tone & balance Push to skip up/down folder To preset stations Tune in the desired station and hold down a preset button (1-6) until you hear a beep. Push desired preset button (1-6) to select. To scan stations Push “SCAN. ” Push and hold to scan preset stations. Push again to hold selection. RADIO OVERVIEW Steering wheel controls (if equipped) Seek station/ CD track select Station/CD track scan Mode View CD text Volume control Type 2 additional functions AM/Satellite radio Type 2 (with JBL speakers) View genre/Push to skip up/down folder Load CD(s) AUX audio jack “MODE ” Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn the audio OFF. ” ” -In radio mode Push to select a preset station; push and hold to seek the next strong station. -In CD mode Push to skip up or down to next/previous track. FEATURES/OPERATIONS To scan tracks on a disc Push “SCAN. ” Push again to hold selection. CD Changer (Type 2) -To load one disc Push “LOAD ” and insert one disc. -To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD ” until you hear a beep. Insert one disc. Wait until the green indicator illuminates and shutter opens to insert next disc. To select a file (MP3/WMA only) Turn “TUNE.FILE. ” To select a folder (MP3/WMA only) Push either side of “TYPE/FOLDER. ” 20 CD PLAYER > By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while in AUX mode. > SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 21 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Instrument panel Power outlets-12V DC Inside center console Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) (if equipped) OVERVIEW Luggage compartment Brake pedal NOTE: Designed for car accessories. Engine switch/ “ENGINE START STOP ” switch must be in the “ACC ” or “ON ” position to be used. HAC helps prevent rolling backwards on an incline. To engage, push further down on brake pedal while at a complete stop until a beep sounds and slip indicator illuminates. HAC holds for approximately 2 seconds after releasing brake pedal. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Power outlets-120V AC (if equipped) Turning system ON/OFF Cruise control FEATURES/OPERATIONS NOTE: Engine switch/ “ENGINE START STOP ” switch must be in the “ON ” position to be used. ON/OFF switch Push Rear console Downhill Assist Control system (DAC) System ON/OFF Functions Cancel1 Resume2/Increase speed SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES DAC helps the vehicle to descend steep hills while maintaining a low speed without brake pedal operation. Press the “DAC ” button (indicator will blink). Shift into L or R to activate (indicator will be solid). Pressing the button again will turn system off. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. 22 Set/Decrease speed 1 2 Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. 23 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal. The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Rear door Doors-Child safety locks Moving the lever to “LOCK ” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside. Seat belts Too high Keep as low on hips as possible Take up slack If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely. To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner’s Manual. Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Down Up Push up or squeeze lock release to lower If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (including the spare), indicator light will come on. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes. If the light does not turn off, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. 24 Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System Tool location Spare tire (if equipped) & tools OVERVIEW Luggage compartment Inside left side box Tool bag Luggage compartment Inside right side box Jack Removing the spare tire (1) FEATURES/OPERATIONS (2) Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures. * If equipped (1) To remove the spare tire cover,* open the back door. Unhook the latch on the bottom of the cover. Remove the cover and close the back door. (2) To remove the spare tire, turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench and remove. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 25 MN 00505-QRG09-RAV4 Printed in the USA 8/08 …

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