Page 1 Rav4(U) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .
Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview
Rav4(U) Instrument panel overview 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Electric moon roof switch and personal lights 5. Glove box 6. Power door lock switches (with power windows) 7. Power window switches 8. Parking brake lever 9.
Page 3 Rav4(U) 1. Instrument panel light control knob 2. Headlight and turn signal switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Clock 5. Center differential lock button or driving pattern selector button 6. Air conditioning controls 7. Emergency flasher switch 8. Rear window defogger switch 9.
Page 4: Instrument Cluster Overview
Rav4(U) Instrument cluster overview 1. Speedometer 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 7. Odometer and two trip meters 2. Fuel gauge 5. Tachometer 3. Service reminder indicators and 6. Trip meter reset knob indicator lights 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Rav4(U) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel (type A) (type A) Brake system warning light Anti-lock brake system warning light (type B) (type B) Seat belt reminder light Open door warning light Discharge warning light SRS warning light Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning Low oil pressure warning light light Low windshield washer fluid level warning light...
Page 6 Rav4(U) Automatic transmission indicator light Overdrive- off indicator light Driving pattern indicator light Center differential lock indicator light Cruise control indicator light : For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” in Section 1- 5. : If this light flashes, see ”Cruise control” in Section 1- 6. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 7 Rav4(U) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys ............Side doors .
Page 8: Keys
To unlock: Turn the key backward. glove box. need additional keys, duplicates can be Vehicles with power door lock system—All made by a Toyota dealer using the key To protect things locked in the glove box the side doors, back door (hardtop) and number.
Page 9 Rav4(U) With power windows (driver’s side) Without power windows LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH Move the lock knob. POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH To lock: Push the knob forward. Push the switch. To unlock: Pull the knob backward. With power windows—...
Page 10 Rav4(U) Operating the switch simultaneously locks CAUTION or unlocks all the side doors, back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft- top). Before driving, be sure that the doors closed locked, especially when small children are in the ve- hicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers...
Page 11: Power Windows
Rav4(U) Power windows CAUTION " Never try jamming any part of your body to make the jam protection function work intentionally. " The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the window fully closed. The windows can be operated with the Automatic operation: Push the switch switch on each side door.
Page 12 Rav4(U) CAUTION Window lock To avoid serious personal injury, you switch must do the following. " Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power windows.
Page 13: Quarter Window
Rav4(U) Quarter window Back door (hardtop) and (2- door hardtop) tailgate (soft- top) CAUTION " Keep the back door (hardtop) or tailgate (soft- top) closed while driv- ing. This not only keeps the lug- gage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
Page 14: Hood
Rav4(U) Hood To open the hood: 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the auxiliary catch lever and lift support rod into the slot. 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood.
Page 15: Fuel Tank Cap
The indicator lamp goes off after driving neck if the cap is suddenly re- several times. If the indicator lamp does moved. not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 16: Electric Moon Roof
The sun shade can be opened or closed " by hand. Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a built- Sliding operation— in check valve to reduce fuel tank To open: Push the switch on the ”SLIDE”...
Page 17: Detachable Sun Roof
Rav4(U) Detachable sun roof— —Sun roof precautions —Tilting up and closing CAUTION CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. must do the following. " While the vehicle is moving, always "...
Page 18 Rav4(U) —Removing 1. Pull the handle down while pushing 2. Push in the retaining spring arms as 3. Push back the auxiliary catch to re- in one of the lock buttons. shown and push up the sun roof. lease it from the hook. Then lift the sun roof panel and pull it out.
Page 19 Rav4(U) —Stowing Install the removed sun roof panel on 1. Remove the holder from the tailgate 2. Set the front edge of the sun roof the tailgate as follows. by turning the bolts counterclock- panel into the holders. wise. NOTICE If the rear seats are reclined, return them to the upright position before closing the tailgate.
Page 20 Rav4(U) —Installing 3. Place the removed holder over the 4. Secure the holder by turning the 1. Insert the flat hinges of the sun roof sun roof handle. bolts clockwise. panel into the hinge cases on the body. Then slowly lower it while NOTICE holding the roof with your hands.
Page 21: Soft- Top
Rav4(U) Soft- top— —Soft- top precautions " CAUTION Do not drive the vehicle only with the rear window removed because To avoid serious personal injury, you serious injury or death can result. must do the following. The removed rear window may let "...
Page 22 Rav4(U) —Lowering the soft- top NOTICE z Make sure there are no items or packages between the rear seatback and the soft- top storage area when raising or lowering the soft- top. Even small items may interfere with soft- top operation and can cause damage.
Page 23 Rav4(U) 3. Unfasten the zippers. 4. Remove the retainers on the bottom 5. Slide down the window along the of the quarter windows from the side groove. groove. NOTICE Do not bend the removed quarter win- dow or hit it on a hard object. It may damage the quarter window.
Page 24 Rav4(U) REMOVING THE REAR WINDOW 2. Unfasten the zippers and slide down LOWERING THE SOFT- TOP the rear window. 1. Open the tailgate, and remove the Before lowering the soft- top, make sure Velcros on the rear window. the quarter windows and rear window NOTICE are already removed.
Page 25 Rav4(U) 2. Lock the latch handle and hook. 3. Fold soft- top. Make sure 4. Take the latch handle cover out of place the soft- top between the rear the glove box, put it over the latch seat backs and tailgate. handle and fasten it securely with Velcros.
Page 26 Rav4(U) —Raising the soft- top RAISING THE SOFT- TOP 2. Raise the soft- top. 3. Separate the latch handle and hook while pressing the lock release but- 1. Remove the latch handle cover. ton. CAUTION Store the removed cover in the glove box.
Page 27 Rav4(U) 4. Set the hook, push up the latch han- INSTALLING THE REAR WINDOW 2. Align the retainer on the bottom of dle to securely lock it. the window with the groove. 1. Open the tailgate and engage the zipper approximately 25 mm (1.0 in.). CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION...
Page 28 Rav4(U) 3. Fasten zippers securely INSTALLING THE QUARTER WINDOWS 2. Insert the retainer on the side of the align the Velcros to secure the rear window into the groove on the ve- 1. Engage the zipper approximately 25 window. hicle side. mm (1.0 in.).
Page 29 Rav4(U) 3. Insert the retainer on the bottom of 4. Fasten the zipper securely and align 5. Align the Velcros from the inside of the window into the groove. the Velcros to secure the quarter the vehicles. windows. CAUTION Make sure the retainers on the side and bottom of the quarter window are securely inserted into the grooves.
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Page 31 Rav4(U) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors Seats ............Front seats .
Page 32: Seats
Rav4(U) Front seats— —Seat adjustment precautions Seats While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot " While adjusting the seat, do not put hicle occupants should have the seatback pedals, steering wheel instrument your hands under the seat or near upright, sit well back in the seat and prop-...
Page 33 Rav4(U) —Moving passenger’s seat for rear seat entry (2- door hardtop and soft- top) —Adjusting front seats 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. 2.
Page 34: Rear Seats
Rav4(U) Rear seats— —Adjusting seatback angle CAUTION CAUTION " " After putting back the seat, Adjustments should not be made pushing the seat forward and rear- while the vehicle is moving. ward to make sure it is secured in " To reduce the risk of sliding under place.
Page 35 Rav4(U) —Folding up rear seats (2- door hardtop and soft- top) 1. Remove the head restraint. Unlock 2. Unlock the seat cushion. Swing the 3. Lock the raised bottom cushion in the seatback and fold it down. whole seat up and forward. place by attaching the support rod onto the hook.
Page 36 Rav4(U) —Folding up rear seats (4- door hardtop) CAUTION When returning seats to their original position: " Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat and are arranged in their proper position and are ready to use. "...
Page 37 Rav4(U) FOLDING REAR SEAT 2. Unlock the seat cushion. Swing the 3. Lock the raised bottom cushion in whole seat up and forward. place by clipping the strap to the 1. Remove the head restraint. Unlock hook. Then store the head restraint the seatback and fold it down.
Page 38: Flattening Seatbacks
Rav4(U) Flattening seatbacks (2- door hardtop and soft- top) CAUTION When returning seats to their original position: " Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat and are arranged in their proper position and are ready to use. "...
Page 39 Rav4(U) Flattening seatbacks (4- door hardtop) Rear seats: Remove the head restraint. NOTICE Then pull out the strap to unlock the seatback, and push down the seatback. Before closing the back door, make sure the rear headrests are removed Front seats: Remove the head restraint from the flattened seats.
Page 40: Head Restraints
Rav4(U) Head restraints Rear seats: Pull out the strap to unlock CAUTION the seatback, and push down the seat- back. " Adjust the center of the head re- Front seats: Remove the head restraint straint so that it is closest to the and slide the seat to the front- most top of your ears.
Page 41: Seat Belts
Rav4(U) Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and Do not allow the child to stand up or CAUTION passengers in the vehicle be properly re- kneel on either rear or front seats. An strained at all times with the seat belts...
Page 42 It also may lock if you lean forward too quickly. A Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat slow, easy motion will allow the belt to until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your extend, and you can move around freely.
Page 43 Rav4(U) CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt Take up slack is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not Too high falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a collision.
Page 44 Rav4(U) —Rear center seat belt (4- door hardtop) Lengthen CAUTION " High- positioned belts loose- fitting belts both could cause serious injuries due to sliding un- der the lap belt during a collision or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible.
Page 45 If the seat belt does not function Keep as low on hips as possible normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot Remove excess length of the belt and...
Page 46 Failure to fol- charge. low these instructions could result in Please contact your local Toyota dealer so less effectiveness of the seat belt re- that the dealer can order the proper re- straint system in case of vehicle acci- quired length for the extender.
Page 47 " If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat To connect the extender to the seat The driver and front passenger’s seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot...
Page 48 Rav4(U) When a seat belt pretensioner is acti- vated, an operating noise may be heard and a small amount of smoke- like gas may be released. This gas is harmless and does not indicate that a fire is occur- ring. Once the seat belt pretensioner has been activated, the seat belt retractor remains locked.
Page 49 If either z Modification of the front end struc- of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or ture pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer z Attachment of a grille guard (bull soon possible service bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow,...
Page 50: Srs Driver And Front Passenger Airbags
A driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment killed seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that: " The driver sit as far back as pos- sible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the ve- hicle. "...
Page 51 Rav4(U) However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if it is involved in an underride collision (e.g. a collision in which the nose Collision from the rear of the vehicle ”underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck, etc.).
Page 52 Rav4(U) In a severe frontal impact, sensors detect deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags Hitting a curb, edge Falling into or with non- toxic gas to help restrain the of pavement or jumping over a forward motion of the occupants.
Page 53 The front seat occupants can restraint system. Toyota strongly be killed or seriously injured by an recommends that all infants and inflating airbag if they do not wear children be placed in the rear seat the available seat belts.
Page 54 Rav4(U) Move seat fully back " " " Never put a rear- facing child re- A forward- facing child restraint sys- Do not sit on the edge of the seat straint system on the front seat be- tem should be allowed to be put on or lean over the dashboard when cause the force of the rapid infla- the front seat only when it is un-...
Page 55 Rav4(U) " Do not modify or remove any wir- ing. Do not modify, remove, strike or open any components, such as the steering wheel pad, steering wheel, column cover, front passen- ger airbag cover, front passenger airbag or airbag sensor assembly. Doing any of these may cause sud- den SRS airbag inflation or disable the system, which could result in...
Page 56 Modification of the suspension sys- z Modification of the front end struc- This SRS airbag system has a service In the following cases, contact your Toyota reminder indicator to inform the driver of dealer as soon as possible: ture operating problems.
Page 57: Child Restraint
Rav4(U) Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child " " Toyota strongly urges use of Make sure that you have complied restraint systems children small proper child restraint system which with all installation instructions pro- enough to use them.
Page 58 If it is not restrained can purchase the following items from securely, it may cause death or se- your Toyota dealer. rious injury to the child in the event of a sudden stop or accident. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 59 Rav4(U) —Types of child restraint system " CRS installation kit Child restraint systems are classified into (Part No. 04731- 22012) the following 3 types depending on the —contains 1 bolt, 3 types of spacers child’s age and size. and 1 locking clip. (A) Infant seat "...
Page 60 Rav4(U) —Installation with 2- point type seat belt (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION An infant seat is used in rear- facing position only. Do not put a rear- facing child re- straint system on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats.
Page 61 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 1. Run the center lap belt through or 2. While pressing the infant seat firmly use the seat until the seat belt is around the infant seat following the against the seat cushion and seatback, fixed.
Page 62 Rav4(U) 3. To remove the infant seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION buckle- release button. A convertible seat is used in forward- facing and rear- facing position depend- Push and pull the child restraint sys- ing on the child’s age and size. When tem in different directions to be sure installing, follow...
Page 63 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 1. Run the center lap belt through or use the seat until the seat belt is CAUTION around the convertible seat following fixed. instructions provided Do not put a rear- facing child re-...
Page 64 Rav4(U) 2. While pressing convertible seat 3. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle- release button. seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling Push and pull the child restraint sys- its free end to hold the convertible seat tem in different directions to be sure securely.
Page 65 Rav4(U) —Installation with 3- point type seat belt (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION " CAUTION Do not put a rear- facing child re- An infant seat is used in rear- facing straint system on the rear seat if it position only. "...
Page 66 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is use the seat until the seat belt is...
Page 67 Rav4(U) 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle- release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely. The belt will Push and pull the child restraint sys- it will go to hold the infant seat secure- move freely again and be ready to...
Page 68 Rav4(U) Move seat fully back (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION " CAUTION A forward- facing child restraint sys- A convertible seat is used in forward- tem should be allowed to be put on facing and rear- facing position depend- " Never put a rear- facing child re- the front seat only when it is un- ing on the child’s age and size.
Page 69 Contact your 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through " Toyota dealer immediately. Do not Do not put a rear- facing child re- or around the convertible seat following use the seat until the seat belt is straint system on the rear seat if it...
Page 70 Rav4(U) 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and then retracted slightly, it cannot be ex- seatback, let the shoulder belt retract Push and pull the child restraint sys- tended.
Page 71 Rav4(U) Move seat fully back 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle- release button and allow the A booster seat is used in forward- fac- belt to retract completely. The belt will ing position only. A forward- facing child restraint sys- move freely again and be ready to tem should be allowed to be put on...
Page 72 Contact your is positioned across the center of Toyota dealer immediately. Do not child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the seat until the seat belt is kept away from child’s neck, but fixed. not falling off child’s shoulder. Fail-...
Page 73 Rav4(U) —Top strap anchors and locations Bolt Anchor bracket 52.8 mm Spacer (2.1 in.) 216.1 mm (8.5 in.) 216.1 mm (8.5 in.) 2- door hardtop and soft- top 2. To remove the child restraint system, If your child restraint system requires press the buckle- release button and al- the use of a top strap, latch the hook low the belt to retract.
Page 74: Tilt Steering Wheel
If your child restraint system does not provide any of the necessary parts, ask your Toyota dealer. (See ”—Child restraint system”.) If you remove the anchor brackets when the child restraint system is necessary no...
Page 75: Outside Rear View Mirrors
Rav4(U) —Power rear view mirror control Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. Adjust the mirror so that you can just To adjust a mirror, use the switches.
Page 76: Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
Rav4(U) Anti- glare inside rear view mirror —Folding rear view mirrors NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de- icer to free the mirror. The rear view mirrors can be folded Adjust the mirror so that you can just backward parking...
Page 77 Rav4(U) CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
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Page 79 Rav4(U) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .
Page 80: Headlights And Turn Signals
Rav4(U) Headlights and turn signals NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. Daytime running light system (on some models) The headlights turn on when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light switch in the ”OFF”...
Page 81: Emergency Flashers
Rav4(U) Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
Page 82: Instrument Panel Light Control
Rav4(U) Personal lights (with moon roof) Instrument panel light control Interior light To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the interior light, slide the To turn on the personal light, push the ment panel lights, turn the knob. switch.
Page 83: Windshield Wipers And Washer
Rav4(U) Personal lights (without moon roof) Windshield wipers and washer For instructions on adding washer fluid, see ”Adding washer fluid” in Section 7- 3. In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on your windshield, which can block your vision.
Page 84: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
Rav4(U) Rear window wiper and washer Rear window defogger NOTICE Do not operate the rear wiper if the rear window is dry. It may scratch the glass. To turn on the rear window wiper, twist To defog or defrost the rear window, the lever knob upward.
Page 85 Rav4(U) Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop- and- go driving. The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow. NOTICE z Without timer: To prevent the bat- tery from being discharged, turn the...
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Page 87 Rav4(U) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Page 88: Fuel Gauge
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. The gauge works when the ignition The gauge indicates the engine coolant...
Page 89: Tachometer
Rav4(U) Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: " Driving up a long hill on a hot day. " Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. " Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop- and- go traffic.
Page 90: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers
To change the meter display, quickly If parking brake Take vehicle to push and release the knob. The meter (type A) Toyota dealer. is off, stop display changes in the order from the immediately and (type A) odometer to trip meter A to trip meter...
Page 91: Seat Belt Reminder Light
Add washer fluid. system. your vehicle at a safe place and con- tact your Toyota dealer. In this case, The engine ignition will continue to oper- the brakes may not work properly and ate, however, until the battery is dis- Light reminder your stopping distance will be longer.
Page 92: Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
Toyota dealer as soon as The light may occasionally flicker when light system. Contact your Toyota deal- possible. the engine is idling or it may come on er as soon as possible to service the briefly after a hard stop.
Page 93: Srs Warning Light
2. Open one of the doors or tailgate again. If the light does not go off, call a ignition key is turned to the ”ACC” or (soft- top). Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for ”ON” position or remains on. The open door warning light should assistance.
Page 94 If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit in need of repair. Have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 95 Rav4(U) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ....... Automatic transmission .
Page 96: Ignition Switch With Steering Lock
Rav4(U) Ignition switch with steering lock You must push in the key to turn the key from ”ACC” to the ”LOCK” position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must be in the ”P” posi- tion before pushing the key. When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the ”LOCK”...
Page 97: Automatic Transmission
Rav4(U) Automatic transmission Lock release button To prevent misshifting Driving pattern selector button For selecting a driving pattern Parking, engine suited to existing driving conditions starting and key removal Reverse Neutral Normal driving ”NORMAL” (Normal) ”POWER” (Power) ”POWER” mode indicator (with overdrive on) mode for general mode for powerful...
Page 98 Rav4(U) Your automatic transmission has a shift Always keep the overdrive switch turned Two- wheel drive models lock system to minimize the possibility of on for better fuel economy and quieter 110 km/h (68 mph) incorrect operation. This means you can driving.
Page 99 Rav4(U) (c) Using the ”2” and ”L” positions (d) Backing up NOTICE The ”2” and ”L” positions are used for 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. z Be careful not to overrev the en- strong engine braking as described pre- 2.
Page 100 The ”POWER” pedal while stopped with the engine mode indicator light comes on. running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends NOTICE using the ”NORMAL” mode to improve fuel If you rock your vehicle, observe the economy.
Page 101: Manual Transmission
Rav4(U) Manual transmission gear km/h (mph) Four- wheel drive models 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) 215/60R16 tires 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) gear km/h (mph) 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 64 (40) 44 ( 27) 4 to 5 or 5 to 4...
Page 102: Center Differential Lock System
If the light either fails to come on or goes out, ask your Toyota dealer to check the electrical system and the NOTICE locking mechanism.
Page 103 Rav4(U) If unlocking of the center differential is not completed, check the area around you for safety, then accelerate or decelerate, or move the vehicle backward. NOTICE While the indicator buzzer is sound- ing, do not make turns, and do not put the vehicle into a garage.
Page 104: Parking Brake
Rav4(U) Parking brake Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control allows you to cruise brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold- the accelerator pedal.
Page 105 Rav4(U) you need acceleration—for example, when passing—depress accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration. CAUTION For manual transmission: While driving with the cruise control on, do not shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or overrev-...
Page 106 In such cases, have your vehicle checked control is not cancelled. To decrease the " The indicator light flashes again. by your Toyota dealer at the earliest op- vehicle speed, reset to a slower speed " portunity. with the cruise control lever or depress The indicator light goes out after it the brake pedal.
Page 107 Rav4(U) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
Page 108 —Some basics Reference This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of tem.
Page 109 1 through the end of the To prevent damage to the antenna, disc. Then it will play from track 1 again. make sure it is retracted before driv- ing your Toyota through an automatic NOTICE car wash. Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player.
Page 110 Rav4(U) —Controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 111 Rav4(U) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM” to switch the AM band. ”AM” Cassette Player tune in radio stations. will appear on the display. Push the fast forward button to fast for- To preset a station to a button: Tune in If the audio system is off, you can turn ward a cassette tape.
Page 112 If the malfunction is not rectified, take tions, two for each button. operation, the display shows the track or, your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. track and disc number currently being If the audio system is off, you can turn DISC played.
Page 113 Rav4(U) PROG (Program) Compact disc auto changer only— Repeating a disc: Push and hold ”RPT” until you hear a Push ”PROG” to select the other side of To randomly play all the tracks in the beep. ”D·RPT” will appear on the display. a cassette tape.
Page 114 Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio scan the first tracks of all the discs in the ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the (ETR).
Page 115 Rav4(U) "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 116 Rav4(U) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) high- pitch tone adjustment, push (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) ”AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly These buttons are used to preset and If you want to fast forward or reverse until ”TRE” appears on the display. Then tune in radio stations.
Page 117 If the malfunction is not rectified, take disc player and automatic changer. tracks in the magazine in random order. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. To turn off the random feature, push the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- DISC ”RAND”...
Page 118 Rav4(U) RPT (Repeat) SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
Page 119 Tuning For example, nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM reception. Power Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio lines or telephone wires can interfere with (ETR). Push and release the ” ” (up) or AM signals. And of course, radio signals ”...
Page 120 Rav4(U) Here are some common reception prob- Use high- quality cassettes. lems that probably do not indicate a prob- Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by Low- quality cassette tapes can cause lem with your radio: the upper atmosphere–especially at night. many problems, including poor sound, These reflected signals can interfere with inconsistent playing...
Page 121 Rav4(U) If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working. Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries. CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND DISCS Use only compact discs labeled as shown.
Page 122 Rav4(U) Your compact disc player cannot play CAUTION special shaped or low- quality compact discs such as those shown here. Do Compact disc players use an invisible not use them as the player could be laser beam which could cause hazard- damaged.
Page 123 Rav4(U) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls ........... Air flow selector settings .
Page 124: Controls
Rav4(U) Controls 1. Air Intake Selector 2. Air Flow Selector 3. Temperature Selector 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. ”A/C” Button (on some models) 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 125 Rav4(U) Fan speed selector 5. Windshield—Air flows mainly from the windshield vents. Move lever adjust speed—to the right to increase, to the left Use with the air intake selector posi- to decrease. tioned in Fresh. Temperature selector For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after ”A/C”...
Page 126 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside the vehicle.
Page 127: Air Flow Selector Settings
Rav4(U) Air flow selector settings Operating tips " To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 128 Rav4(U) " If following another vehicle on a dusty Air conditioning Defogging road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: The inside of the windshield conditions, it is recommended that the For best results, set controls to: air intake selector be temporarily set to Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF”...
Page 129: Instrument Panel Vents
Rav4(U) Instrument panel vents Defrosting If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instrument The outside of the windshield panel vents may be opened or closed as For best results, set controls to: shown. Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM (red zone) Air intake—FRESH (outside air)
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Page 131 Rav4(U) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock ............Cigarette lighter and ashtray .
Page 132: Clock
For example, if the ”:00” button is de- pressed when time between Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or 1:01—1:29, the time will change to 1:00. equivalent for replacement. If the time is between 1:30—1:59, the time will change to 2:00.
Page 133: Power Outlet
Rav4(U) Power outlet (4- door hardtop) ASHTRAY NOTICE To use the ashtray, open the cover. z To prevent the fuse from being When finished with your cigarette, thor- blown, do not use the electricity oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre- over the total vehicle capacity of vent other cigarette butts from catching 12V/120W.
Page 134: Glove Box
Rav4(U) Glove box Auxiliary box To open the box, turn the knob. 2- door hardtop and soft- top (left side) To use the glove box, do this. To open: Pull the lever. To lock: Insert the master key and turn it clockwise.
Page 135: Floor Mat
Rav4(U) Floor mat You can hold the objects in the box Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION with the holding belt. If the floor carpet and floor mat have a 1. To loosen: Pull the buckle forward. hole, then it is designed for use with a Make sure the floor mat is properly locking clip.
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Page 137 ........Your Toyota’s identification .
Page 138: Off- Road Vehicle Precautions
Rav4(U) Off- road vehicle precautions This vehicle belongs to the utility ve- CAUTION hicle class, which has higher ground clearance and narrower tread in relation Always observe the following precau- to the height of its center of gravity to tions to minimize the risk of serious make it capable of performing in a wide personal injury or damage to your ve- variety of off- road applications.
Page 139: Break- In Period
To help prevent gas station mixups, your strike objects, etc. This may cause to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- loss of control or vehicle rollover your vehicle: ing. The special nozzle on pumps with causing death or serious injury.
Page 140 GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL erating or driving up hills. This is no need Gasolines that contain MTBE (Methyl If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be of concern. Tertiary- Butyl Ether) are available in the sure that it is unleaded, has an octane GASOLINES CONTAINING DETERGENT market.
Page 141: Operation In Foreign Countries
Rav4(U) Operation in foreign countries Three- way catalytic converter GASOLINES QUALITY If you plan to drive your Toyota in another country... In a very few cases, you may experience driveability problems caused by the partic- First, comply with the vehicle registration ular gasoline that you are using.
Page 142 Remember, your Toyota z Use only unleaded gasoline. dealer knows your vehicle and its three- way catalytic converter sys- tem best.
Page 143: Engine Exhaust Cautions
Rav4(U) Facts about engine oil consumption Engine exhaust cautions FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL " CAUTION To allow proper operation of your Engine oil has the primary functions of vehicle’s ventilation system, keep lubricating and cooling the inside of the " Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.
Page 144: Twin Ground Electrode Platinum- Tipped Spark Plugs
More oil is consumed by high- speed driv- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil ing and frequent acceleration and decel- level be checked every time you refuel Your engine is fitted with twin ground eration.
Page 145: Brake System
Rav4(U) Brake system The tandem master cylinder brake system Effective way to press the ABS brake CAUTION is a hydraulic system with two separate pedal: sub- systems. If either sub- system should When the anti- lock brake system func- " Do not pump the brake pedal if the fail, the other will still work.
Page 146 Rav4(U) When the anti- lock brake system is ac- " CAUTION Driving with tire chains installed. tivated, the following conditions may " occur, however, do not indicate a mal- Driving over the steps such as the overestimate anti- lock function of the system: joints on the road.
Page 147 The light comes on when the ignition key the parts monitored by the warning is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti- light system. Contact your Toyota deal- lock brake system works properly, the er as soon as possible to service the light goes out after a few seconds.
Page 148: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
Toyota possible. dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- NOTICE tor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary.
Page 149: Limited- Slip Differential
This is the primary identification number Use only a spare tire of the same for your Toyota. It is used in registering size, construction and load capacity the ownership of your vehicle. as the original tires on your Toyota...
Page 150: Theft Prevention Labels
Rav4(U) Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) —Engine number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is Your new vehicle carries theft preven- also on the Certification Label. tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat- ing the tracing and recovery of parts from...
Page 151: Suspension And Chassis
Rav4(U) Suspension and chassis Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires " Do not modify the suspension/chassis Do not mix summer and all season Summer tires are high- speed capability with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
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Page 153 Rav4(U) SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .
Page 154: Before Starting The Engine
Rav4(U) How to start the engine— (a) Before cranking Before starting the engine (b) Starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. Before starting the engine, be sure to fol- fore entering it. low the instructions in ”(a) Before crank- 2.
Page 155: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions
If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 156: Off- Road Driving Precautions
Rav4(U) Off- road driving precautions When driving your vehicle off- road, please " Do not drive in excess of the speed CAUTION observe the following precautions to en- limit. Even if the legal speed limit sure your driving enjoyment and to help permits it, do not drive over 140 Always observe the following precau- prevent the closure of areas to off- road...
Page 157: Winter Driving Tips
When it is extremely cold, we recommend in brake drums and around brake to your vehicle’s suspension and to use 60% solution for your Toyota, to discs may affect braking efficiency chassis. provide protection down to about -50 C and may damage brake system com- (- 58 F).
Page 158: Trailer Towing
Your safety and satisfaction depend harder starting. If you are not sure about not use the parking brake, or snow or on the proper use of correct equipment which oil to use, call your Toyota dealer– water accumulated in and around the cautious driving habits.
Page 159 Rav4(U) " CAUTION Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- ent weight capacities established by " total trailer weight (trailer the hitch manufacturer. Even though weight plus its cargo load) must the vehicle may be physically capa- not exceed 680 kg (1500 lb.). ble of towing a higher weight, the "...
Page 160 Toyota does not recommend using a axles must not exceed the Gross weight distribution (load equalizing) Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed hitch.
Page 161 Never tow a trailer without using a " " Toyota recommends trailers with brakes Toyota recommends that you do not safety chain securely attached to that conform to any applicable federal tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a both the trailer and the vehicle.
Page 162 Rav4(U) " " " Check that your rear view mirrors con- Avoid jerky starts or sudden accelera- Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- form to any applicable federal, state/ tion. If your vehicle has a manual versely affect handling of your vehicle provincial or local regulation.
Page 163 Rav4(U) " Because of the added load of the trail- When restarting out after parking on a " Slow down and downshift before er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat slope: descending steep or long downhill on hot days temperatures over 1.
Page 164: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, Too
Rav4(U) How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too " " Getting more kilometers/mileage from a Avoid long engine idling. If you have Keep front wheels in proper liter/gallon of fuel is easy—just take it a long wait and you are not in traffic, alignment.
Page 165 Rav4(U) CAUTION Never turn off the engine to coast down hills. Your power steering and brake booster will not function with- out the engine running. Also, the emission control system operates properly only when the engine is run- ning. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
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Rav4(U) SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 168: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start
3. If the light is out, dim or goes out If the engine still will not start, it needs when the starter is cranked, the battery adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer is discharged. You may try jump start- or qualified repair shop for assistance.
Page 169 Rav4(U) (c) Jump starting To avoid serious personal injury and JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE " The gas normally produced by a damage to your vehicle which might re- 1. If the booster battery is installed in battery will explode if a flame or sult from battery explosion, acid burns, another vehicle, make sure the vehicles spark is brought near.
Page 170 Rav4(U) Jumper cable Discharged Discharged battery battery Positive terminal (”+” mark) Positive Booster Jumper cable terminal battery (”+” mark) Booster battery Negative terminal (”- ” mark) Connecting point 4. Make the cable connections in the or- c. Connect the clamp of the negative der a, b, c, d.
Page 171: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
Rav4(U) If your engine stalls while driving If your vehicle overheats 5. Start your engine in the normal way. If your engine stalls while driving... your engine coolant temperature After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm gauge indicates overheating, if you ex- 1.
Page 172: If You Have A Flat Tire
Park on a level system. You should have it checked as spot with firm ground. soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
Page 173 Rav4(U) —Required tools and spare tire " NOTICE Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in ”P” flated tire. Driving even a short dis- (automatic) reverse (manual).
Page 174 Rav4(U) To remove the jack, move the seat to the To remove the spare tire: front- most position and turn the jack joint Turn the hold- down nuts counterclockwise by hand. with the wheel nut wrench and remove To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1 them.
Page 175 Rav4(U) —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel nut wrench as shown. CAUTION Do not try to pull the ornament by hand. Take due care in handling the ornament to avoid unexpected person- al injury.
Page 176 Rav4(U) —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. 5. Position the jack at the following 6. After making sure that no one is in jack points. the vehicle, raise it high enough so Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- that the spare tire can be installed.
Page 177 Rav4(U) —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- tires. rosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of wheels Lift the flat tire straight off and put it without good metal- to- metal contact at the aside.
Page 178 Rav4(U) —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all oth- er persons around will not be injured the vehicle is lowered to the ground. 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger 9.
Page 179: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
Rav4(U) If your vehicle needs to be towed— —Reinstalling wheel ornament —After changing wheels 11. Check the air pressure of the re- (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— placed tire. —From front Adjust the air pressure to the specification designated in Section 8.
Page 180 If towing is necessary, we recommend TOWING PRECAUTIONS: (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— you to have it done by your Toyota Use a safety chain system for all towing, —From front dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- and abide by the state/provincial and local vice.
Page 181 Rav4(U) —Emergency towing NOTICE (c) Towing with sling type truck Do not tow with the key removed or in the ”LOCK” position when towing from the rear without a towing dolly. The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough hold front wheels straight.
Page 182 Rav4(U) If towing is necessary, we recommend CAUTION CAUTION you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- Use extreme caution when towing ve- If the engine is not running, the pow- vice. hicles. Avoid sudden starts or erratic...
Page 183 " If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly continue the towing. Contact your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance. " Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
Page 184: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever If you lose your keys You can purchase a new key at your Toyota dealer if you can give them the key number. See the suggestion given in ”Keys” in Section 1- 2.
Page 185: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care
CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
Page 186 Now, it is up to you. Proper " more harm than good to simply wet the High ambient temperatures can cause care of your Toyota can help ensure long- mud and debris without removing them. corrosion to those components of the term corrosion prevention.
Page 187 Hand- washing your Toyota Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated Work in the shade and wait until the garage or a roofed place. Do not park vehicle body is not hot to the touch.
Page 188 Rav4(U) 2. Wash with mild car- wash soap, NOTICE mixed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and Do not use organic substances (gaso- keep it wet by dipping it frequently into line, kerosene, benzine or strong sol- the wash water.
Page 189 NOTICE Scrub with a small soft bristle hand- brush. driving your Toyota through an au- Add water as needed until the cleaner tomatic car wash. Always remove the plastic bumpers if gets soapy.
Page 190 Rav4(U) Cleaning the interior NOTICE NOTICE CAUTION z Do not use dye or bleach on the Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline Do not wash the vehicle floor with or window cleaner on the interior. belts — it may weaken them. water, or allow water to get onto the z Do not use the belts until they be- floor when cleaning the vehicle interi-...
Page 191 Toyota, your local z If you use a liquid car freshener, do alkaline or acid solutions for clean- Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer not apply the liquid onto the ve- leather these could them.
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Page 193 Rav4(U) SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
Page 194 Simple instructions for how to per- or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be dating this warranty. See ”Owner’s War- form them are presented in Section 7.
Page 195 Booklet” or ”Owner’s Manual Supple- should investigate the cause or take your check the nuts for looseness. Tighten ment” for the details. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- them if necessary. fied service shop immediately. It is recom- Tire rotation...
Page 196 Rav4(U) INSIDE THE VEHICLE Seat belts Automatic transmission ”Park” mecha- nism Items listed below should be checked Check that the seat belt system such as regularly, e.g. while performing periodic buckles, retractors and anchors operate Check the lock release button of the se- services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Page 197 Be on the alert for changes in perfor- If you notice any of these clues, take your mance, sounds, and visual tip- offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
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Page 199 Rav4(U) SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .
Page 200: Engine Compartment Overview
Rav4(U) Engine compartment overview 1. Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank 2. Battery 3. Fuse blocks 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Electric cooling fans 8. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 10.
Page 201: Fuse Locations
Rav4(U) Fuse locations Spare fuses 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 202: Do- It- Yourself Service Precautions
Use eye protection whenever you warranty coverage. Read separate compartment—the engine, radiator, work under your vehicle Toyota Warranty statement for details and exhaust manifold, power steering where you may be exposed to flying suggestions. fluid reservoir spark plug or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
Page 203: Parts And Tools
Remember all Toyota parts are de- Do not dispose of used oil and fil- z Do not overfill automatic transmis- signed in metric sizes, so your tools must...
Page 204 Rav4(U) Tools: Tools: " " Rag or paper towel Screwdriver (for driver’s side instru- " ment lower panel nut) Funnel (only for adding fluid) " Conventional wrench (for passenger’s Checking power steering fluid side kick panel nut) Parts (if level is low): Adding washer fluid "...
Page 205 Rav4(U) SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
Page 206: Checking The Engine Oil Level
Rav4(U) Checking the engine oil level Engine oil selection CAUTION Use API grade SJ, ”Energy- Conserving” or Low level Full level ILSAC multigrade engine oil. Be careful not to touch the hot ex- Recommended viscosity (SAE): haust manifold. If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine.
Page 207: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
Visually check the radiator, hoses, radiator cap and drain cock and water pump. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system. ILSAC certification mark...
Page 208: Checking Brake Fluid
Rav4(U) Checking brake fluid We recommend to use 50% solution for CAUTION your Toyota, to provide protection down to about -35_C (- 31_F). When it is extreme- To prevent burning yourself, do not ly cold, to provide protection down to...
Page 209: Checking Power Steering Fluid
Rav4(U) Checking power steering fluid Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid the air, and excess moisture can cause a is cold, the level should be in the ”COLD”...
Page 210: Checking Tire Pressure
If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it vehicle is balanced. checked by your Toyota dealer. The following instructions for checking tire pressure should be observed: 4- door hardtop...
Page 211: Checking And Replacing Tires
If the indicators show, re- place the tires. REPLACING YOUR TIRES The tires on your Toyota have built- in tread When replacing a tire, use only the wear indicators to help you know when the same size and construction as original- tires need replacement.
Page 212: Rotating Tires
Toyota. Using tires whose previous history is un- known is a risk. Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both front or rear tires be re- placed as a set. See ”If you have a flat tire” in Section 4 for tire change procedure.
Page 213: Installing Snow Tires And Chains
When rotating tires, check for uneven wear replacing. capacity as the original tires on your and damage. Abnormal wear is usually Toyota. Make sure all the snow tires are caused by incorrect tire pressure, improper CAUTION the same brand. wheel alignment, out- of- balance wheels, or "...
Page 214: Replacing Wheels
Drive carefully avoiding bumps, Four- wheel drive models: your Toyota dealer. holes, and sharp turns, which may cause the vehicle to bounce. Install the chains on the rear tires as A wheel of a different brand, size and type "...
Page 215: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
" When using tire chains, be careful not for a tubeless tire. to damage the aluminum wheels. " NOTICE Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels different wheels. brands, sizes and types. This may "...
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Page 217 Rav4(U) SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .
Page 218: Checking Battery Condition
Rav4(U) Checking battery condition— —Precautions —Checking battery exterior " Terminals Ground cable CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and "...
Page 219: Battery Recharging Precautions
Charging necessary. Have battery DARK WHITE checked by your NOTICE Toyota dealer. CLEAR Have battery Never recharge the battery while the or LIGHT checked by your engine is running. Also, be sure all Toyota dealer.
Page 220: Checking And Replacing Fuses
Rav4(U) Checking and replacing fuses Type A fuses can be pulled out by using Type A the pull- out tool. The location of the pull- out tool is shown in the illustration. If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good.
Page 221: Adding Washer Fluid
Opening for adding CAUTION there is a problem with the electrical sys- fluid tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as To prevent burning yourself, do not soon as possible. check the washer fluid level when the engine is hot.
Page 222: Replacing Light Bulbs
Rav4(U) Replacing light bulbs— The following illustrations show how to Bulb Bulb Light bulbs Type Light bulbs Type gain access to the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and Headlight Personal light light switch are off. Use bulbs with the —...
Page 223 3. Install a new bulb and the connector tor while depressing the lock re- into the mounting hole. lease. Aiming is not necessary after replacing If the connector is tight, wiggle it. the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 224 Rav4(U) —Parking, front turn signal and front side marker lights —Rear side marker lights Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. a: Front side marker light Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. b: Parking and front turn signal light 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 225 Rav4(U) —Rear turn signal, stop and tail, and back- up lights Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. a: Back- up light b: Rear turn signal light c: Stop and tail light 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 226 Rav4(U) —High mounted stoplight (hardtop) Remove and install the cover clips as Removing cover clips shown in the following illustrations. Installing cover clips 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
Page 227 Rav4(U) —High mounted stoplight (soft- top) —License plate lights Use the Phillips- head screwdriver. 2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
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Page 229 Rav4(U) SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and weight ........Engine .
Page 230: Dimensions And Weight
Rav4(U) Dimensions and weight 2- door hardtop 4- door hardtop Soft- top 215/70R16 tires 235/60R16 tires 215/70R16 tires 235/60R16 tires 215/70R16 tires 235/60R16 tires Overall length mm (in.) 3750 (147.6) 3765 (148.2) 4160 (163.8) 4175 (164.4) 3750 (147.6) 3765 (148.2) Overall width mm (in.) 1695...
Page 231: Engine
Rav4(U) Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 3S- FE Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): (Research Octane Number Type: Intake 0.19—0.29 (0.007—0.011) higher 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Exhaust 0.28—0.38 (0.011—0.015) Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., lmp.
Page 232 Four- wheel drive models 7.7 (8.1, 6.8) 5.0 (5.3, 4.4) Coolant type: Oil type: ”TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva- Two- wheel drive models lent Gear oil API GL- 4 or GL- 5 With ethylene- glycol type coolant for a...
Page 233 Rav4(U) REAR DIFFERENTIAL BRAKES STEERING (four- wheel drive models) Minimum pedal clearance when depressed Wheel freeplay: Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): with the pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.) 0.9 (1.0, 0.8) lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.): Power steering fluid type: 75 (3.0)
Page 234: Tires
Rav4(U) Tires Tire size and pressure: Tire pressure kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Model Model Tire size Tire size Wheel size Wheel size Front Rear 215/70R 16 99S 180 (1.8, 26) 180 (1.8, 26) 2- door hardtop 6.5JJ and soft top and soft- top 235/60R 16 100H 170 (1.7, 25)
Page 235: Fuses
Rav4(U) Fuses Engine compartment Engine compartment Engine compartment (without daytime running light system) (with daytime running light system) 14. H- LP LH- L 10 A: Left- hand headlight Fuses (type A) 8. EFI 20 A: Multiport fuel injection sys- (low beam) tem/sequential multiport fuel injection 1.
Page 236 Rav4(U) 25. HORN 10 A: Horn 26. DEFOG 20 A: Rear window defogger 27. AM1 10 A: ”CIG”, ”PWR OUTLET”, ”SRS- ACC”, ”WIPER”, ”ECU- IG” and ”TURN & GAUGE” fuses 28. A/C 10 A: Air conditioning system Fuses (type B) 29.
Page 237 Rav4(U) Fuses (type C) 33. ABS 50 A: Anti- lock brake system 34. MAIN 80 A: ”IGN”, ”HAZ”, ”DOME”, ”ALT- S”, ”MAIN No.1”, ”AM2” and ”EFI” fuses 35. ALT 100 A: ”HTR”, ”ABS”, ”RDI FAN”, ”CDS FAN”, ”CIG”, ”SRS- ACC”, ”WIPER”, ”ECU- IG”, ”TURN...
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Page 239 Rav4(U) SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..... . Uniform tire quality grading .
Page 240 Toyota Motor Sales, 20590. You can also obtain other in- Your Toyota dealer will help answer any U.S.A., Inc. formation about motor vehicle safe- questions you may have as you read this (Toll- free: 1- 800- 331- 4331). ty from the Hotline.
Page 241 Rav4(U) Treadwear—The treadwear grade Traction C—The traction Warning: The temperature grades for this comparative rating based on the wear rate grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, tire are established for a tire that is prop- of the tire when tested under controlled B, and C, and they represent the tire’s erly inflated and not overloaded.
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Page 243 Rav4(U) New vehicle warranty Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: A wide variety of non- genuine spare parts and accesso- " New vehicle warranty ries for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the "...
Page 244 The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all re- is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as quirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equip- they are, this may cause an accident such as fire.
Page 245 Rav4(U) On- pavement and off- road driving tips This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car be- cause it is designed for off- road use also.
Page 246 Rav4(U) Automatic Transmission Overdrive Switch Overdrive switch for selecting either a After starting your engine, always turn the three- speed or four- speed transmission overdrive switch on. Even during ordinary driving, keep the over- drive switch turned on. (At this time, the “O/D OFF”...
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