Toyota RAV4 2000 Owner's Manual page 197

If the new fuse immediately blows out,
there is a problem with the electrical sys-
tem. Have your EV service station correct
it as soon as possible.
CAUTION
Never use a fuse with a higher am-
perage rating, or any other object, in
place of a fuse. This may cause ex-
tensive damage and possibly a fire.
Adding washer fluid
Opening for adding
Level dipstick
fluid
Check the washer fluid level in the res-
ervoir with the dipstick. If the washer
fluid level is low, reinsert the dipstick
securely and add washer fluid through
the opening for adding fluid.
You may use plain water as washer fluid.
However, in cold areas where tempera-
tures range below freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This
product is available at your EV service
station and most auto parts stores. Follow
the manufacturer's directions
much to mix with water.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, do not
check the washer fluid level when the
motor is hot.
NOTICE
z After checking the washer fluid lev-
el, make sure the dipstick is se-
curely reinserted. If it is loose, fluid
may leak from the reservoir.
z Do not check the washer fluid level
or add washer fluid when the motor
is running or when it is hot. If the
fluid is spilled over the hot traction
motor, a fire could result.
z If you have added washer fluid until
it is close to the top of the opening
for adding fluid, do not pull out the
dipstick. Otherwise, the fluid will
overflow.
z Do not use engine antifreeze or any
other substitute
for how
damage your vehicle's paint.
because it may
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