Toyota RAV4 2001 Owner's Manual page 50

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
CAUTION
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Operating the back door
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in death
or serious injury.
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When opening or closing the back door, thoroughly check to make sure
the surrounding area is safe.
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If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know that
the back door is about to open or close.
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Use caution when opening or closing the back door in windy weather as it
may move abruptly in strong wind.
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Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Toyota parts to the back
door. Such additional weight on the back door may interfere with the safety
opening and closing operation of the back door.
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If the open back door hides the stop, tail, rear side marker or rear turn sig-
nal lights while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the
presence of your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device.
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The back door may close if it is not
opened fully. It is more difficult to open
or close the back door on an incline
than on a level surface, so beware of
the back door unexpectedly opening or
closing by itself. Make sure that the
back door is fully open and secure
before using the luggage compartment.
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When closing the back door, take extra
care to prevent your fingers etc. from
being caught.
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When closing the back door, make sure
to press it lightly on its outer surface.