Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators; Electric Power Steering System - Toyota 2008 Rav4 Owner's Manual

For an explanation of this system's warn-
ing light, see "Service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers" on page 129 in Sec-
tion 1−6.
'08 Rav4_U (L/O 0802)
Brake pad wear limit
indicators
The brake pad wear limit indicators on
your disc brakes give a warning noise
when the brake pads are worn to where
replacement is required.
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise
while driving, have the brake
checked and replaced by your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro-
tor damage can result if the pads are not
replaced when necessary.

Electric power steering system

The electric power steering system, us-
ing an electric motor, assists the turn-
ing of the steering wheel.
In the following cases, you may feel the
steering becomes heavy. However, the
electric power steering system warning
light does not come on. (Because it is
not a malfunction.)
When maneuvering or turning frequently
D
over a long time
The power steering effect will be re-
duced to prevent the system from over-
heating. Avoid turning
wheel, or stop the vehicle and turn the
engine switch to the "ACC" or "LOCK"
position. The system will become cool
in about 10 minutes.
NOTICE
pads
Frequent maneuvering
over a long time may cause damage
to the system in which the mecha-
nism prevents overheating of the elec-
tric power steering system.
2008 RAV4 from Feb. '08 Prod. (OM42726U)
the steering
and turning
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