Break-In Schedule; Maintenance; If Trailer Sway Occurs - Toyota RAV 4 2015 Service Manual

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4-1. Before driving

Break-in schedule

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If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components
(such as an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Toyota rec-
ommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven for
over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start
towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a speed
of less than 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle
acceleration.

Maintenance

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If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due
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to the additional load. (See "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's
Manual Supplement".)
Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately
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600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.

If trailer sway occurs

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One or more factors (crosswinds, passing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can
adversely affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing instability.
If trailer swaying occurs:
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• Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.
Do not try to control trailer swaying by turning the steering wheel.
• Begin releasing the accelerator pedal immediately but very gradually to
reduce speed.
Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.
If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle
and trailer should stabilize.
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