Toyota RAV4 2007 Operator's Manual

Toyota RAV4 2007 Operator's Manual

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'07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701)
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Steering switches overview .
  • Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Instrument panel overview DView A 1. Side defroster outlets 2. Side vents 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Auxiliary box 6. Power door lock switches 7. Power window switches 8. Glove box 9. Automatic transmission selector lever 10.
  • Page 3 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) DView B (with manual air conditioning system) 1. Instrument panel light control dial 2. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Four−wheel drive lock switch (four−wheel drive models) or “AUTO LSD”...
  • Page 4 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 17. Ignition switch 18. Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 5 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) DView B (with automatic air conditioning system) 1. Instrument panel light control dial 2. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Four−wheel drive lock switch (four−wheel drive models) or “AUTO LSD”...
  • Page 6: Steering Switches Overview

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Steering switches overview Overhead console overview 17. Ignition switch 18. Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever 19. Power outlet main switch Without electric moon roof 1. Audio remote control switches 2. Telephone switch 3. Speech command switch 4.
  • Page 7 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 1. Front personal lights 2. Microphone 3. Auxiliary box 4. Electric moon roof switch 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster Overview

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Instrument cluster overview 1. Tachometer 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 7. Trip meter reset knob 2. Service reminder indicators and 5. Fuel gauge indicator lights 6. Odometer, two trip meters and outside 3. Speedometer temperature display 2007 RAV4 from Dec.
  • Page 9: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ∗ 1 Low fuel level warning light ∗ 1 Brake system warning light ∗ 1 Anti−lock brake system warning light ∗ 1 Driver’s seat belt reminder light ∗ 1 Open door warning light ∗...
  • Page 10 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) ∗ 1 Automatic transmission indicator lights Electric power steering system warning light (4−speed) Low windshield washer fluid level warning Automatic transmission indicator lights ∗ 1 light (5−speed) ∗ 1 Engine oil replacement reminder light Four−wheel drive lock indicator light “AIRBAG ON”...
  • Page 11 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys ............Engine immobilizer system .
  • Page 12: Keys

    If you should lose your keys or if you with a built−in transponder chip. glove box. need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key 2. Sub key (gray)—This key will not work To protect items locked in the glove box number.
  • Page 13 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) A transponder chip for engine immobilizer system has been placed in the head of the master and sub keys. These chips are needed to enable the system to function correctly, so be careful not to lose these keys.
  • Page 14 If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend writing down the key num- ber and storing it in a safe place.
  • Page 15: Engine Immobilizer System

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Engine immobilizer system For your Toyota dealer to make you a new key with built−in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number and master key. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Toyota dealer can make for you.
  • Page 16: Wireless Remote Control

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Wireless remote control— For vehicles sold in U.S.A. For vehicles sold in Canada FCC ID: MOZRI−20BTY This device complies with RSS−210 of industry Canada. Operation is subject to This device complies with Part 15 of the the following two conditions: FCC Rules.
  • Page 17 If you lose your wireless remote control NOTICE: electronic component. Observe the follow- key, contact your Toyota dealer as soon This equipment has been tested and ing instructions in order not to cause dam- as possible to avoid the possibility of found to comply with the limits for a age to the key.
  • Page 18 (1) this device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept The beep can be disabled. For details, any interference, including interference contact your Toyota dealer. that may cause undesired operation of the device. Unlocking operation 2007 RAV4 from July ’06 Prod. (ON42621U)
  • Page 19 3 seconds unlocks This alarm function can be disabled. For all the side doors and back door simulta- details, contact your Toyota dealer. neously. Each time the unlock switch is pushed, two beeps will be heard, and the turn signal lights flash twice.
  • Page 20 2. Remove module from equivalent type recommended by a driver wrapped with plastic tape. frame. Toyota dealer. z Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws. Replace the battery by following these procedures: 2007 RAV4 from July ’06 Prod. (ON42621U)
  • Page 21 After replacing the battery, check that the 6. When pushing either switch on the key operates properly. If the key still does wireless key, make sure the indicator not operate properly, contact your Toyota light comes on. dealer. 2007 RAV4 from July ’06 Prod. (ON42621U)
  • Page 22: Side Doors

    Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving. The doors will open and an accident may occur. Toyota strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle. Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the door.
  • Page 23 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To lock: Push the switch down on the right side. To unlock: Push the switch down on the left side. Operating the switch simultaneously locks or unlocks all the side doors and back door.
  • Page 24: Power Windows

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Power windows OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW CAUTION Use the switch on the driver’s door. Normal operation: The window moves as Before driving, be sure that the doors long as you hold the switch. closed locked, especially when small children are in the ve- To open: Lightly push down the switch.
  • Page 25 Make sure that the window open and close automatically. If the power windows cannot operated properly, have checked by your Toyota dealer. OPERATING PASSENGERS’ WINDOWS CAUTION Use the switch on each passenger’s Never try jamming any part of your door or the switches on the driver’s...
  • Page 26: Back Door

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Back door CAUTION Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, To avoid death or serious personal especially with the ignition key still injury, you must do the following. inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the power window switches and Before you close the power win- trapped...
  • Page 27: Hood

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Hood CAUTION Keep the back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. If the open back door hides the stop, tail or rear turn signal lights while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the pres- ence of your vehicle by a warning...
  • Page 28: Fuel Tank Cap

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Fuel tank cap CAUTION After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body. NOTICE Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood.
  • Page 29 If the indicator lamp does neck if the cap is suddenly re- not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as moved. soon as possible. 2007 RAV4 from July ’06 Prod. (ON42621U)
  • Page 30: Electric Moon Roof

    Automatic sliding operation— Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It is designed To open: Push the switch on the “SLIDE to regulate fuel tank pressure.
  • Page 31 If the moon roof can- not be operated properly, have it checked The roof will fully tilt up or down automati- by your Toyota dealer. cally. To stop the roof partway, push the switch on either the “SLIDE OPEN” or CAUTION “TILT UP”...
  • Page 32 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Before you close the moon roof, Never try jamming any part of your always make sure there is nobody body to activate the jam protection around the moon roof. You must function intentionally, as it could re- also make sure nobody places his sult in a death or serious injury.
  • Page 33 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats ............Front seats .
  • Page 34: Seats

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Front seats— Seats —Front seat precautions While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Driver seat Slightly recline the back of hicle occupants should have the seatback seat. Although vehicle designs vary, upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- CAUTION many drivers can achieve the 250 erly wear the seat belts provided.
  • Page 35 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Seat adjustment precautions Front passenger seat Front seats (with SRS side airbags) CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as the seat may The SRS front passenger airbag also The SRS side airbags are installed in unexpectedly move and cause the deploys with considerable force, and the driver and front passenger seats.
  • Page 36 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Adjusting front seats (manual seat) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. 2.
  • Page 37 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Adjusting front seats (power seat) 1. SEAT POSITION, SEAT CUSHION CAUTION ANGLE SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTING SWITCH Avoid reclining seatback Move the control switch in the desired more than needed. The seat belts pro- direction. vide maximum protection in a frontal Releasing the switch will stop the seat at or rear collision when the driver and that position.
  • Page 38: Rear Seats

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Rear seats— —Rear seat precautions CAUTION CAUTION When returning seats to their origi- nal position, observe the following Avoid reclining seatback Do not adjust the seat while the precautions order prevent more than needed. The seat belts pro- vehicle is moving.
  • Page 39 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Adjusting rear/second seats 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. When a person sits in the rear center position, adjust both seat cushions to the same position.
  • Page 40 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Moving second seat for third seat entry CAUTION After adjusting the seatback, push back your body to make sure it is Adjustments should not be made locked in position. while the vehicle is moving. After adjusting the seat position, Adjust both seat cushions to the try sliding it forward and backward same position and align all seat-...
  • Page 41 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Fold−down rear/second seats BEFORE FOLDING DOWN 2. Insert the tabs of the center seat 3. Make sure the outer seat belt passes REAR/SECOND SEATS belt into the cover. Make sure the through the hanger when folding the tabs are securely locked in the cov- rear/second seat.
  • Page 42 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 4. Stow rear/second seat belt FOLDING DOWN REAR/SECOND SEATS 2. Lower the head restraint to the low- buckles as shown in the illustration. est position. 1. Hold the center of the lever and pull This prevents the buckles from falling out it up.
  • Page 43 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Left side 3. Raise the armrest until it locks. 4. Pull down the seatback angle adjust- ing lever and fold down the seat- back. Right side 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 44 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Without third seats— RETURNING SEATBACKS CAUTION The rear seat can be folded down for Raise the seatback until it locks. luggage compartment. Open Do not fold the rear seatback when back door and pull the lock release le- CAUTION the rear passengers sit on the rear ver to fold down the rear seat.
  • Page 45 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Stowing third seats for luggage space BEFORE FOLDING DOWN THIRD SEATS 2. Pass the third seat belts through the STOWING THIRD SEATS hangers. 1. Stow the third seat belt buckles as 1. Lower the head restraint to the low- shown in the illustration.
  • Page 46 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 2. Pull the seatback lock release strap 3. Pull and hold the seat lock release to fold down the seatback. Make strap and lift up the seat rearward. sure it is locked securely. Then push the seat down. If the seat does not lift up when the seat lock release strap is pulled, lift the seat- back by pulling the seatback lock release...
  • Page 47 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 4. Push the seat on the front side against the floor and push the seat on rear side against the floor. Make sure it is locked securely. RETURNING THIRD SEATS 2. Pull the seatback lock release strap and raise the seatback.
  • Page 48: Flattening Seatbacks

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Flattening seatbacks (manual seat) CAUTION When returning seats to their original position, observe the following pre- When stowing or returning the seat, cautions in order to prevent death or observe the following precautions in serious injury in a collision or sud- order to prevent death or serious in- den stop: jury:...
  • Page 49 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION Do not allow passengers to ride on the flattened seat while driving; use the seat in the normal position. After returning the seat to its origi- nal position, try pushing the seat and seatback forward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place.
  • Page 50 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Flattening seatbacks (power seat) 1. Hold the center of the lever and pull 2. Remove front head restraint. 3. Move the seatback angle adjusting it up. Then slide the rear/second Push seat position adjusting switch backward to flatten the seat- seats fully backward and pull it for- switch forward to slide the seat to back.
  • Page 51: Armrest

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Armrest Head restraints CAUTION Do not allow passengers to ride on the flattened seat while driving; use the seat in the normal position. After putting back the seat, pushing the seat and seatback for- ward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place.
  • Page 52: Seat Heaters

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Seat heaters CAUTION Adjust the center of the head re- straint so that it is closest to the top of your ears. After adjusting the head restraint, make sure it is locked in position. Do not drive with the head re- straints removed.
  • Page 53: Seat Belts

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and NOTICE CAUTION passengers in the vehicle be properly re- z Do not put unevenly weighed ob- strained at all times with the seat belts Occupants must use caution when op- provided.
  • Page 54 Check for cuts, fraying, and loose to suffer death or serious bodily inju- parts. Damaged parts should be re- Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the ry, in the event of sudden braking or placed. disassemble use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for a collision.
  • Page 55 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, because it cannot protect an adult occupant extend, and you can move around freely.
  • Page 56 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION CAUTION Both high−positioned lap belts and Always make sure the shoulder belt loose−fitting belts could cause is positioned across the center of death or serious injuries due to your shoulder. The belt should be sliding under the lap belt during a kept away from your neck, but not collision or other unintended event.
  • Page 57 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To release the belt, press the buckle REAR/SECOND CENTER SEAT BELT Two buckles and tabs for rear/second release button and allow the belt to center seat belt The rear/second center seat belt is a retract. 3−point type restraint with 2 buckles. Both The two tabs have different shape for its If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull seat belt buckles must be correctly lo-...
  • Page 58 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION Make sure the both buckles are cor- rectly located and securely latched. Failure to properly match the buckle and tab may cause death or severe injury in case of an accident or a collision. To release the hook end tab, insert the CAUTION key into the hole on the buckle and allow the belt to retract.
  • Page 59 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Stowing the rear seat belt —Stowing the rear/second buckles center seat belt rear seat belt buckles can be stowed when not in use. The seat belt buckles must be stowed before you fold the seatback. CAUTION Before using the seat belt, pull out the buckle and make sure the belt is not twisted.
  • Page 60 “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light is Please contact your local Toyota dealer to illuminated, disconnect the extender order the proper required length for the tongue from the seat belt buckle, extender. Bring the heaviest coat you ex- then...
  • Page 61 When releasing the seat belt, press on normally, immediately contact your the buckle release button on the extender, Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat not on the seat belt. This helps prevent until the seat belt is fixed, because...
  • Page 62 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Seat belt pretensioners Vehicles with curtain shield airbags—When the sensor detects a severe frontal impact or a vehicle roll over, the front seat belts are quickly drawn back by the retractors so that the belts snugly restrain the occu- pants.
  • Page 63 Repairs made on or near the front result in death or serious injury. Con- fenders, front end structure or con- sult your Toyota dealer about any re- sole pair and modification. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 64: Srs Airbags

    127 in Section 1−6.) If any of the following conditions occurs, In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- this indicates a malfunction of the airbags dealer as soon as possible: tem) front airbags are designed to pro- or seat belt pretensioners.
  • Page 65 The driver and front passenger can child restraint system. Toyota The SRS front passenger airbag will not be killed or seriously injured by the strongly recommends that all in- activate if there is no passenger sitting in inflating airbags if they do not wear fants and children be placed in the the front passenger seat.
  • Page 66 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) The SRS front airbags are designed to deploy in severe (usually frontal) colli- sions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the ve- Hitting a curb, Falling into or hicle exceeds the designed threshold Collision from the rear edge of pavement jumping over a...
  • Page 67 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 8. Driver’s seat position sensor Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second, so the airbags must 9. Airbag sensor assembly inflate with considerable force. While the 10. Airbag module for driver system is designed to reduce serious inju- (airbag and inflator) ries, primarily to the head and chest, it The airbag sensor assembly consists of a...
  • Page 68 All vehicle occupants be properly Do not sit on the edge of the seat Toyota strongly recommends that all restrained using the available seat or lean against the dashboard when infants and children be placed in belts.
  • Page 69 Toyota dealer. It may dan- the front end they are projected rearward by the gerously interfere with the SRS front z Repairs made on or near the front force of the deploying airbags.
  • Page 70 Section 1−6.) If any of the following conditions occurs, This indicator comes on when the igni- In the following cases, contact your Toyota this indicates a malfunction of the airbags tion key is turned to the “ON” position. dealer as soon as possible: or seat belt pretensioners.
  • Page 71 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags In response to a severe side impact, the Roll sensing function: SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbags In response to a vehicle rollover, the cur- in the impacted side work with the seat tain shield airbags on both sides work belts to help reduce injury by inflating.
  • Page 72 Toyota passenger seat belt systems. To en- seated in the child restraint system. strongly recommends that all in- sure maximum protection in an ac- It is dangerous if the SRS side air-...
  • Page 73 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Collision from the rear Collision from the front Vehicle rollover The SRS side airbag and curtain shield The SRS side airbags are not generally The curtain shield airbags may not acti- airbag system may not activate if the designed to inflate if the vehicle is in- vate if the vehicle is subjected to a vehicle is subjected to a collision from...
  • Page 74 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Hitting a curb, Falling into or Collision from edge of pavement jumping over a Collision from the front or hard surface deep hole the rear The angle of Skidding vehicle vehicle tip−up hitting a curb is marginal stone Pitch end over end Landing hard or vehicle falling...
  • Page 75 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 8. Airbag sensor assembly When the airbags inflate, they produce a fairly loud noise and release some smoke 9. Front passenger’s seat belt buckle and residue along with non−toxic gas. This switch does not indicate a fire. This smoke may The SRS side airbag and curtain shield remain inside the vehicle for some time, airbag system is controlled by the airbag...
  • Page 76 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags inflate with considerable force. To reduce the possibility of death or serious injury when they in- flate, the driver, front passenger and rear/second outside passengers must: Wear their seat belts properly. Remain properly seated with their backs upright and against the seats at all times.
  • Page 77 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Do not allow anyone to kneel on Do not allow anyone to get his/her Do not attach a cup holder or any the passenger seat, facing the pas- head hands windows other device or object on or around senger’s side door, since the side since curtain...
  • Page 78 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Do not hook a hanger, heavy or Do not disassemble or repair the sharp pointed objects on the coat front, center and roof side garnish hook. If the curtain shield airbag containing the curtain shield air- inflates, those items will be thrown bags.
  • Page 79 If you wish to modify your vehicle for interfere with proper operation of the a person with physical disability, con- SRS side airbag and curtain shield sult your Toyota dealer. It may dan- airbag system in some cases. gerously interfere with the SRS side z Installation...
  • Page 80 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) This warning light system monitors the In the following cases, contact your Toyota airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- dealer as soon as possible: sors, side and curtain shield airbag sen- Any of the SRS side airbags and cur- sors, curtain shield airbag sensors, driv- tain shield airbags have been inflated.
  • Page 81 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Front passenger occupant classification system Your vehicle is equipped with a front If the front passenger occupant classifica- passenger occupant classification sys- tion system determines that a person of tem. This system detects the conditions adult size sits in the front passenger seat 1—4 in the table on page 83 and based but the “AIRBAG OFF”...
  • Page 82 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) The “AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF” indicator lights will be illuminated ini- tially when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. After about four sec- onds, they will go off. After that, the front passenger occupant classification system operates and judges which indi- cator light be illuminated.
  • Page 83 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Indicator/warning light Devices Condition detected by “AIRBAG ON” Curtain shield Front Side airbag Front the front passenger and “AIRBAG Front airbag in the SRS warning passenger’s on the front passenger’s occupant classification...
  • Page 84 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION Do not recline the front passenger Wear the seat belt properly. seatback so far that it touches a Make sure the front passenger’s To avoid potential death or serious rear/second seat. This may cause seat belt tab has not been left in- injury when the front passenger occu- the “AIRBAG OFF”...
  • Page 85: Child Restraint

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of ap- When it is unavoidable to install the Toyota strongly urges use of propriate child restraint systems for forward−facing child restraint sys- proper child restraint system which children.
  • Page 86 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small A forward−facing child restraint sys- Do not use the seat belt extender child or baby must itself be properly when installing child restraint should allowed restrained on the seat with the lap por- system on the front or rear passen- installed on front passenger...
  • Page 87 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac- turer.
  • Page 88 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Installation with seat belt (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION Do not install a child restraint sys- An infant seat must be used in rear− tem on the rear/second or third facing position only. Never install a rear−facing child re- seat if it interferes with the lock straint system on the front passen- mechanism of the front or second...
  • Page 89 If the seat belt does not function normally, cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. To install the infant seat: Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- When installing a child restraint 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through ately. install child...
  • Page 90 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is against the seat cushion and seatback, then retracted even slightly, it cannot let the shoulder belt retract as far as Push and pull the child restraint sys- be extended.
  • Page 91 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To remove the infant seat: Rear/second center seat: If the seat in (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION which a child restraint system is installed Press the buckle release button and allow A convertible seat must be used in for- in the rear most position, release the cen- the belt to retract completely.
  • Page 92 Remove the child restraint system and child restraint system manufacturer. contact your Toyota dealer. 4. Insert the seat belt tab into the seat belt buckle. 5. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode.
  • Page 93 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION Never install a rear−facing child re- straint system on the front passen- ger seat. A forward−facing child re- straint system should only installed on front passenger seat when unavoidable. If you must install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat, put the seat in its most rearward position, Move seat...
  • Page 94 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) On vehicles with side airbags and Same Same angle position curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or center and roof side garnish from which the side airbags or cur- tain shield airbags deploy even if...
  • Page 95 To install the convertible seat: 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- in the lock mode. When the belt is 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through ately.
  • Page 96 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 3. While pressing convertible seat To remove the convertible seat: CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and Press the buckle release button and allow seatback, let the shoulder belt retract the belt to retract completely. The belt will Push and pull the child restraint sys- as far as it will go to hold the convert- move freely again and be ready to work...
  • Page 97 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Move seat fully back Rear/second center seat: If the seat in (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION which a child restraint system is installed A booster seat must be used in for- in the rear most position, release the cen- ward−facing position only.
  • Page 98 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) On vehicles with side airbags and Same Same angle position curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or center and roof side garnish from which the side airbags or cur- tain shield airbags deploy even if...
  • Page 99 Always make sure the shoulder belt child from death or serious injury. is positioned across the center of Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- child’s shoulder. The belt should be ately. install child kept away from child’s neck, but...
  • Page 100 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Using a top strap Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap. Outside position Rear/second center seat: If the seat in which a child restraint system is installed in the rear most position, release the cen- ter seat belt after removing the child re- straint system.
  • Page 101 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Use one anchor bracket on the roof and Symbol mark two anchor brackets on the rear/second seatbacks to attach the top strap. Anchor brackets are installed for each rear/second seating position. This symbol indicates the locations of the anchor brackets.
  • Page 102 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child re- straint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. Hold the center of the lever and pull it 2.
  • Page 103 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 3. Insert the head restraint and push it After installing child restraint CENTER ANCHOR down to the lock position. system, move the rear/second seat to BRACKET: the rear−most lock position to prevent 1. Open the lid of the anchor bracket. child restraint system...
  • Page 104 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 1st lock 7th lock position position 2. Fix the child restraint system with Lower anchorages for the child restraint CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM the seat belt. systems complying with the FMVSS225 INSTALLATION CMVSS210.2 specifications...
  • Page 105 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 2. Widen the gap between the seat cushion and seatback slightly and confirm the position of the lower an- chorages near the buttons on the seatback. 3. Type A—Latch the hooks of lower straps onto anchorages tighten the lower straps.
  • Page 106 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught. Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure.
  • Page 107 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt and telescopic steering wheel ......Outside rear view mirrors .
  • Page 108: Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.
  • Page 109 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Power rear view mirror control NOTICE CAUTION If ice should jam the mirror, do not Do not adjust the mirror while the operate the control or scrape the mir- vehicle is moving. Doing so may ror face. Use a spray de−icer to free cause the driver to mishandle the the mirror.
  • Page 110: Anti−Glare Inside Rear View Mirror

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Anti−glare inside rear view —Folding rear view mirrors mirror CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.
  • Page 111: Sun Visors

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Sun visors— —Vanity mirrors CAUTION Do not extend the plate at the end of the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1. It can cover the anti−glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view.
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  • Page 113 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .
  • Page 114: Headlights And Turn Signals

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Headlights and turn signals HEADLIGHTS NOTICE To turn on the following lights: Twist To prevent the battery from being dis- the headlight/turn signal lever knob. charged, do not leave the lights on Position 1—Parking, tail, license plate, for a long period when the engine is side marker and instrument panel lights not running.
  • Page 115: Emergency Flashers

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Emergency flashers High−Low beams—For high beams, turn TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, the headlights on and push the lever away push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
  • Page 116: Instrument Panel Light Control

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Instrument panel light control Front fog lights 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. To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the front fog lights, twist ment panel lights, turn the dial.
  • Page 117: Interior Light

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Interior light Personal lights INTERIOR LIGHT CUT OFF OPERATION To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will automatically turn off when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” posi- tion and the door is left opened with the switch at “DOOR”...
  • Page 118: Luggage Compartment Light

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Luggage compartment light The personal lights operate separately To turn on the luggage compartment with each lens. light, push the luggage compartment light switch upwards. The light turn on To turn on the light, push the lens on your when the back door is opened.
  • Page 119: Illuminated Entry System

    15 seconds. duration lighting changed. For details, ask your Toyota dealer. If all the doors are closed and the ignition switch is in the “ACC” position, the igni- tion switch light and interior light will fade out.
  • Page 120: Windshield Wipers And Washer

    (position 1). Twist blocked. If a nozzle becomes blocked, the band upward to increase the time be- contact your Toyota dealer to have the tween sweeps, and downward to decrease vehicle serviced. NOTICE To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you.
  • Page 121: Rear Window Wiper And Washer

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Rear window wiper and washer Windshield wiper de−icer For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 416 in Section 7−3. NOTICE Do not operate the rear wiper if the rear window is dry. It may scratch the glass.
  • Page 122: Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers To defog or defrost the rear window, Make sure you turn the defoggers off push the switch. when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause The key must be in the “ON”...
  • Page 123 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
  • Page 124: 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 indicates the approximate The gauge indicates the engine coolant...
  • Page 125: Tachometer

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop−and−go traffic. Towing a trailer. NOTICE z Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat.
  • Page 126: Outside Temperature Display

    “−−AC” appears on the display, contact your Toyota dealer. When the outside air temperature falls be- low 3AC (37AF) while driving, the tempera- ture display flashes to indicate that the outside air temperature is becoming low.
  • Page 127: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Fasten driver’s seat belt. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.
  • Page 128 If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Close all side doors and back door. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.
  • Page 129 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Add washer fluid. Replace engine oil. Key reminder buzzer Remove key. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 130 Toyota dealer in the following cases: In this case, not only the anti−lock ger’s seat belt is fastened. The light does not come on even if the brake system will fail but also the...
  • Page 131 Empty fuel tank weight the reminder light may flash. and stop the engine immediately. Call a If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for ately. assistance. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 132 “AUTO LSD” system more firmly and slowly, you can drive your Vehicle stability control system vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as Downhill assist control system possible. Hill−start assist control system 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 133 Contact your sors, curtain shield airbag sensors, driv- vehicle will become extremely unsta- Toyota dealer as soon as possible to er’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt ble during braking. service the vehicle.
  • Page 134 If the light does not go off, call a If the warning light blinks, the tire pres- case, the brakes will operate when applied Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for sure warning system may be malfunction- (no electronic assistance will be avail- assistance.
  • Page 135 The light will come on when the ignition (o) Electric Power Steering System hicle to your Toyota dealer as soon key is turned to “ON”, and will go off after Warning Light as possible. In this case, more effort about a few seconds.
  • Page 136 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) (q) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder The system must be reset after the en- CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER Light gine oil replacement. Reset the system by INDICATORS (except the low fuel level the following procedure: warning light windshield This light acts as a reminder to replace washer fluid level warning light) the engine oil.
  • Page 137 The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds. If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
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  • Page 139 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch ..........Automatic transmission .
  • Page 140: Ignition Switch

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Ignition switch “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering NOTICE wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. Do not leave the key in the “ON” position if the engine is not running. You must push in the key to turn it from The battery will discharge and the “ACC”...
  • Page 141: Automatic Transmission

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Automatic transmission (4−speed) Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the Selector lever brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
  • Page 142 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) (b) Normal driving (c) Using engine braking Shift into the “L” position. The trans- mission will downshift to first gear 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How To use engine braking, you can downshift when the vehicle speed drops down to to start the engine”...
  • Page 143 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) (d) Using “2” and “L” positions (f) Parking z Do not continue hill climbing or The “2” and “L” positions are used for 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. hard towing for a long time in the strong engine braking as described pre- “2”...
  • Page 144 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. NOTICE Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade.
  • Page 145 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Automatic transmission (5−speed) Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the Selector lever brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in the “ON”...
  • Page 146 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) (b) Normal driving (c) Using engine braking For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” on page 166 in this 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How To use engine braking, you can downshift Section.
  • Page 147 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) (e) Backing up (g) Good driving practice NOTICE 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. If the transmission repeatedly shifts up z Be careful not to over−rev the en- and down between fourth gear and 2.
  • Page 148: Active Torque Control 4Wd System

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Active torque control 4WD system (h) If you cannot shift the selector le- The active torque control 4WD system ver out of “P” position controls the engine torque that is ap- plied to the rear wheels according to If you cannot shift the selector lever from the driving conditions and road condi- the “P”...
  • Page 149 Contact your Toyota dealer If the warning light does not come on to service your vehicle. when the ignition key is turned to “ON”, contact your Toyota dealer to service the vehicle. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 150: Traction Control System

    “ON”, contact your Toyota dealer. engine is started or just after the vehicle even though the traction control sys- begins to move.
  • Page 151: Auto Lsd" System

    This system is used only when wheel In the following cases, contact your Toyota spinning occurs in a ditch or on a dealer: rough surface. The warning light does not come on...
  • Page 152 “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON” or the “AUTO LSD” switch is pushed, contact your Toyota dealer. If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high, a buzzer will sound for about 3 seconds.
  • Page 153: Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control System

    In the following cases, contact your Toyota drive carefully and attentively to help prevent the vehicle from skidding dealer: avoid death or serious injury. Reck-...
  • Page 154 (no electronic assistance will be avail- able), and it will be possible to continue driving the vehicle. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The warning light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”.
  • Page 155 “ON”. If the indicator light does not correctly. When replacing the tires come on when the ignition key is turned or wheels, contact your Toyota deal- to “ON”, contact your Toyota dealer. er. (See “Checking and replacing tires” on page 404 in Section 7−2.)
  • Page 156: Downhill Assist Control System

    If the vehicle is traveling at a speed of 25 km/h (15 mph) or less, you In the following cases, contact your Toyota can descend at a constant speed. dealer: The warning light does not come on...
  • Page 157 “ON”. If any of the indicator lights does not come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”, contact your Toyota dealer. 2. Push the “DAC” switch to turn the...
  • Page 158 (no electronic assistance will be avail- main on after operation is restored. able), and it will be possible to continue driving the vehicle. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The warning light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”.
  • Page 159: Hill−Start Assist Control System

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Hill−start assist control system The hill−start assist control system as- TO ACTIVATE THE HILL−START ASSIST sists in starting to drive a steep or a CONTROL SYSTEM slippery hill. When you start to move The hill−start assist control system will up a hill slope, the system helps to operate for maximum of 2 seconds.
  • Page 160 The hill−start control system is not de- signed to park the vehicle on uphill slope. In the following cases, contact your Toyota When parking the vehicle, be sure to ap- dealer: ply the parking brake.
  • Page 161: Tire Pressure Warning System

    Check the tires. If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Toyota deal- 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 162 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Avoid abrupt maneuvering and bra- CAUTION As an added safety feature, your ve- king. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, hicle has been equipped with a tire you could lose control of the steer- Each tire, including the spare (if pro- pressure monitoring system (TPMS–...
  • Page 163 Toyota dealer If a radio set at similar frequencies is or an authorized tire dealer. The in use in the vehicle. tire pressure warning valves and...
  • Page 164 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Even if you use genuine wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work For vehicles sold in U.S.A. properly with some types of tires. NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and This device complies with Part 15 of the found to comply with the limits for a FCC Rules.
  • Page 165: Parking Brake

    Have user’s authority to operate the equip- the ID code registered by your Toyota ment. dealer. If the ID code is not registered, the sys- For the U.S.A.
  • Page 166: Cruise Control

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control is designed to main- brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. tain a set cruising speed without requir- ing the driver to operate the accelera- To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold- tor.
  • Page 167 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) you need acceleration—for example, CAUTION when passing—depress accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed To avoid accidentally engaging the the set speed. When you release it, the cruise control, turn the system off vehicle will return to the speed set prior when it is not in use.
  • Page 168 Even if you downshift the transmission If this is the case, contact your Toyota by pushing the lever up in the “+ RES” from the “D” position to “3” (4−speed) or dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
  • Page 169 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Audio and hands−free phone systems Reference ..........Using your audio system .
  • Page 170: Reference

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Reference Type 1: AM·FM radio/compact disc player Type 2−1: AM·FM radio/compact disc play- Type 2−2: AM·FM radio/compact disc play- (with compact disc changer controller) er with changer er with changer 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 171: Using Your Audio System

    This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE Balance features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and A good balance of the left and right stereo information may not pertain to your sys-...
  • Page 172 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER (type 1) When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. The player will play from track 1 through to the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again. NOTICE Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player.
  • Page 173 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Controls and features DType 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 174 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) ASL: The Automatic Sound Levelizer can be turned on by turning the knob. In addi- These buttons are used to preset and Push the “AM” button to turn on the radio tion, turning the knob allows you to select tune in radio stations.
  • Page 175 (CD−DA) is played. pear on the display and the player will If the malfunction still exists, take your perform all the tracks on all the discs in vehicle to your Toyota dealer. the magazine in random order. To turn off random feature,...
  • Page 176 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) MP3/WMA player RPT (Repeat) MP3/WMA player There are two random playback features— Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can you can either listen to all of the files on repeat a signal file or an entire folder. There are two repeat features—you can the compact discs in random order.
  • Page 177 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SCAN Compact disc player MP3/WMA player Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- There are two scan features—you can ei- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or ther scan the files in a folder on a specif- You can either scan all the frequencies on scan the first tracks of all the discs in the ic disc or scan the first file of all the...
  • Page 178 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) MP3/WMA player TEXT Radio To file up or down to a different file: Compact disc player Push either side of the “SEEK/TRACK” In the seek mode, the radio finds and This button is used to change the display several times until the file you want to plays the next station up or down the for the compact disc that contains text...
  • Page 179 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) MP3/WMA player This button is used to change the display for the MP3/WMA file that contains text data. To change the display, quickly push and release “TEXT” button while MP3/WMA file is playing. The display changes in the order from the elapsed time to folder name to file name to album title to track title to artist name, then back to the elapsed time.
  • Page 180 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) DType 2−1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 181 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) DType 2−2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 182 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) To eject all discs at a time, press and FAD: Adjusts the sound balance between hold the eject button until you hear a the front and rear speakers. The display These buttons are used to preset and beep.
  • Page 183 When the AUX adapter is If the malfunction still exists, take your or other ambient noise levels rise. in use, “AUX” will appear on the display. vehicle to your Toyota dealer. RSE: Vehicles with a rear seat entertain- Error messages DISC ment system—See “Rear seat entertain-...
  • Page 184 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) FOLDER (Folder up/down) To load multiple compact discs, push and RAND (Random) hold the button (until you hear a beep To skip up or down to a different folder: Compact disc player when the audio system is on). When the Push either side of the “FOLDER”...
  • Page 185 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) MP3/WMA player RPT (Repeat) MP3/WMA player There are two random playback features— Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can you can either listen to all of the files on repeat a signal file or an entire folder. There are two repeat features—you can the compact discs in random order.
  • Page 186 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SCAN Compact disc player MP3/WMA player Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- There are two scan features—you can ei- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or ther scan the files in a folder on a specif- You can either scan all the frequencies on scan the first tracks of all the discs in the ic disc or scan the first file of all the...
  • Page 187 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) MP3/WMA player TEXT Radio To file up or down to a different file: Compact disc player Push either side of the “SEEK/TRACK” In the seek mode, the radio finds and This button is used to change the display several times until the file you want to plays the next station up or down the for the compact disc that contains text...
  • Page 188: Aux Adapter

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) AUX adapter MP3/WMA player If you install an audio system other than a genuine audio system, you will not be This button is used to change the display able to use the AUX adapter. for the MP3/WMA file that contains text data.
  • Page 189: Audio Remote Controls

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Audio remote controls (steering switches) “+ −” switch “ ” switch Push “+” side to increase the volume. The Radio volume continues to increase while the To select a preset station: switch is being pushed. Quickly push and release the “ ” or “ ” Push “−”...
  • Page 190 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Compact disc player MP3/WMA player To select a desired track: To select a desired file: Quickly push and release the “ ” or “ ” Quickly push and release the “ ” or “ ” side of the switch until the track you want side of the switch until the file you want to listen to is set.
  • Page 191: Rear Seat Entertainment System

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Rear seat entertainment system— The rear seat entertainment system con- sists of the following components. ∗ 1. Front audio system 2. DVD player 3. Rear seat entertainment system display 4. Rear seat entertainment system controller 5. A/V input adapter 6.
  • Page 192 For details, refer to headphone. the manufacturer’s instructions. With some wireless headphone generally available in the market, it may be difficult to catch sound properly. Toyota recom- mends the use of Toyota genuine wireless headphone. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 193 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) NOTICE z Benzene or alkaline solutions may damage the coated surface of the screen . z To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not turn on the rear seat entertainment system longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
  • Page 194 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Rear seat entertainment system controller The rear seat entertainment system can BEFORE USING THE CONTROLLER be operated with the rear seat entertain- (for new vehicle owners) ment system controller and buttons on the A battery is already set in the control- DVD player unit.
  • Page 195 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) USING THE CONTROLLER To use the rear seat entertainment sys- tem controller, direct the signal output portion of the controller to the signal reception portion of the rear seat enter- tainment system display. The controller does not operate properly when the signal reception portion of the display exposed...
  • Page 196 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) NOTICE Observe the followings, otherwise the controller may be damaged. z Do not drop or strongly knock the controller against hard objects. z Do not sit on or place heavy ob- jects on the controller. z Do not leave the controller exposed to high temperatures (such as on the instrument panel) for a long time.
  • Page 197 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Control buttons DController 1. “DVD” button This button turns on the DVD mode. 2. “VIDEO” button This button causes the display to use the video signal from an external video device. 3. “OFF” button This button turns off the rear seat en- tertainment system.
  • Page 198 This button indicates the changing au- equivalent type recommended by a dio screen when the DVD player is This button reverse a screen when the Toyota dealer. operated. DVD player is operated. z Dispose of used batteries according 13. “SUB TITLE” button 20.
  • Page 199 After replacing the battery, check that the Install the cover. 1. Remove the cover of the controller as controller operates properly. If the control- shown. ler still does not operate properly, contact your Toyota dealer. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 200 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Turning the rear seat —Operating the rear DVD entertainment system on and player using the front audio system While the rear DVD player is in operation, the chapter or track can be changed by pushing the “ ” or “...
  • Page 201 “DVD ERROR” appears is turned off. screen: There is a problem inside the player. Eject the disc. Set the disc again. If the malfunction still exists, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 202 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) If a disc which is not playable is inserted, 8 cm (3 in.) compact disc singles “DISC CHECK” will also appear on the Your compact disc player needs an adap- screen. For appropriate discs for this play- tor to play compact disc singles.
  • Page 203 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —DVD player operation switches EJECTING THE DISC The DVD player can be operated with the The player can also be operated with the controller buttons directly. switches on the screen. Push the “ ” button. 1. “DVD” button To operate the switches on the screen, select the switch by the joystick and push 2.
  • Page 204 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Top page (DVD video operation switch) Top page (video CD) TURNING THE OPERATION SWITCHES ON AND OFF To turn on the operation switches, push the “OPTION” button on the controller. Second page (DVD video operation Second page (video CD) switch) 2007 RAV4 from Dec.
  • Page 205 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) There are operation switches on the “Page 1” and “Page 2” screens. To change the screen, push the “Page 1” or “Page 2” switch on the screen. On the screen If “ ” appears on the screen when you select a switch, it indicates that the switch cannot work.
  • Page 206 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —DVD player operation To turn off the switches on the screen, NOTE: The playback condition of some CAUTION push the “OPTION” button on the control- DVD video discs may be determined by the DVD video software producer. This ler once again or push the “Hide Buttons”...
  • Page 207 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) TURNING THE MENU SCREEN FOR THE DISC ON OR OFF To turn on the menu screen for the disc, push the “Top Menu” or the “Menu” switch on the screen. You can also turn on the menu screen by pushing the “MENU”...
  • Page 208 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) OPERATING THE “D ”, “ ”, “AA” AND “DD” SWITCHES/BUTTONS “D ” switch/button: Push this switch/but- ton to pause the disc or to cancel the pause and return to normal playing. “ ” switch/button: This switch/button stops a screen when the DVD player is operated.
  • Page 209 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SKIPPING PREDETERMINED SELECTING THE TITLE SCREEN To display the searching title screen, push To skip to the predetermined screen, push the “Search” switch on the screen. You the “Return” switch. The DVD player starts can also display the screen by pushing playing from the beginning of the predeter- the “SEARCH”...
  • Page 210 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CHANGING THE SUBTITLE LANGUAGE Push the “Sub Title” switch on the screen, and then the changing subtitle language screen will appear. You can also display the screen by pushing the “SUB TITLE” button on the controller. Select the title number by using the...
  • Page 211 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CHANGING AUDIO LANGUAGE Push the “Audio” switch on the screen and then the changing audio language screen will appear. You can also display the screen by pushing the “AUDIO” button on the controller. Each time you push the “Sub Title” switch, another language stored on the disc is selected.
  • Page 212 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CHANGING ANGLE SCREEN Push the “Angle” switch on the screen, and then the changing angle screen will appear. You can also display the screen by pushing the “ANGLE” button on the controller. Each time you push the “Audio” switch, another language stored on the disc is selected.
  • Page 213 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CHANGING THE INITIAL SETTING Push the “Set Up” switch on the screen, and then the initial setting screen will ap- pear. You can also display the screen by pushing the “SET UP” button on the con- troller.
  • Page 214 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Setup Menu screen CHANGING THE AUDIO LANGUAGE To select an audio language, use the joys- tick to enter the appropriate 4−digit lan- Push the “Audio Language” switch on the There are initial setting switches on the guage code.
  • Page 215 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CHANGING THE SUBTITLE LANGUAGE To enter the code of the language you CHANGING THE DVD LANGUAGE want to read, use the joystick to enter the To display “Select Subtitle Lang.” To display the “Select DVD Lang.” screen, appropriate 4−digit language code.
  • Page 216 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To enter the code of the language you TURNING THE ANGLE MARK ON OR SETTING LEVEL VIEWER want to read, use the joystick to enter the RESTRICTIONS appropriate 4−digit language code. For de- The angle mark can be turned on for You can restrict the play back screen by tails about the language codes, see the discs that are multi−angle compatible.
  • Page 217 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SETTING THE DISPLAY MODE Pushing the “SIZE” button on the control- ler causes the display modes to change sequentially as follows: Normal Wide1 Wide2 Enter the password and push the “ENT” Push a parental level (1—8). The smaller button.
  • Page 218 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) LANGUAGE CODE LIST 0125 Aymara 0610 Fiji Code Language 0126 Azerbaijani 0615 Faroese 1001 Japanese 0201 Bashkir 0625 Frisian 0514 English 0205 Byelorussian 0701 Irish 0618 French 0207 Bulgarian 0704 Scots−Gaelic 0405 German 0208 Bihari 0712 Galician 0920 Italian...
  • Page 219 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 1101 Georgian 1320 Maltese 1911 Slovak 1111 Kazakh 1325 Burmese 1912 Slovenian 1112 Greenlandic 1401 Nauru 1913 Samoan 1113 Cambodian 1405 Nepali 1914 Shona 1114 Kannada 1415 Norwegian 1915 Somali 1119 Kashmiri 1503 Occitan 1917 Albanian 1121 Kurdish 1513...
  • Page 220 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) USING THE CONTROL SCREEN 2019 Tsonga When playing a disc, push the “DVD” but- 2020 Tatar ton on the controller. The status screen 2023 will appear on the screen. 2111 Ukrainian 2118 Urdu 2126 Uzbek 2209 Vietnamese 2215 Volapük...
  • Page 221 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —DVD player operation (video CD/audio CD/CD text/MP3) SELECTING THE DISC MENU NUMBER Enter the disc menu number by using the OPERATING THE “D ”, “AA” AND (video CD only) joystick and push the “ENT” button. The “DD”...
  • Page 222 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) TURNING ON THE DISC MENU (video CHANGING MENU PAGE OR TRACK CHANGING MULTIPLEX CD only) (video CD only) TRANSMISSION (video CD only) Push the “Return” switch to turn on the Push the “Next Menu” or “Prev. Menu” Push the “Main/Sub”...
  • Page 223 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CHANGING THE INITIAL SETTING (video USING THE CONTROL SCREEN CD only) When playing a disc, push the “DVD” but- Push the “Set Up” switch on the screen ton on the controller. The control screen and then the initial setting screen will ap- will appear on the screen.
  • Page 224 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Screen adjustment MP3 only— 3. “SCAN” switch You can adjust the color, contrast, tone and brightness of the screen. Folder and file names will appear on the When the “SCAN” switch is pushed, all screen when the “DVD” button is pushed. the files in a current folder will be Push the “DISPLAY”...
  • Page 225 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Selecting the video mode After adjusting the screen, push the “ENT” button or “DISPLAY” button to return to the previous screen. Operate the joystick up and down to se- The audio machine connected to the input lect Brightness, Contrast, Tone, or Color terminal adapter can be played in the and left and right to make adjustments.
  • Page 226 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —DVD video disc information DVD PLAYER AND DVD VIDEO DISCS Marks shown on DVD video discs: DVD VIDEO DISC GLOSSARY This DVD player conforms to NTSC col- DVD video discs: Digital Versatile Disc or TV formats. DVD video discs con- that holds video.
  • Page 227 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —A/V input adapter Level 8: All types of DVD video discs can Manufactured under license from Dolby The rear entertainment system plays vid- be played. Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and sound when audio−video the double−D symbol are trademarks of equipment is connected to the A/V input Multi−angle feature: You can enjoy the Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 228 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Power outlet To use the adapter, open the cover. This power outlet is designed for use as To use the power outlet, push the main a power supply for the audio device con- switch on the instrument panel. The A/V input adapter is composed of 3 nected to the A/V input adapter.
  • Page 229: Audio/Video System Operating Hints

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Audio/video system operating hints Other appliances requiring an extremely NOTICE NOTICE stable power supply: microcomputer− z To prevent the battery from being controlled electric blankets, touch sen- To ensure correct audio/video system sor lamps, etc. discharged, do not use the power operation: outlet longer than necessary when Certain electrical appliances may cause...
  • Page 230 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) For example, nearby buildings and terrain Station swapping—If the FM signal you CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC can interfere with FM reception. Power are listening to is interrupted or weak- PLAYER, DVD PLAYER AND DISCS lines or telephone wires can interfere with ened, and there is another strong station Extremely high temperatures can keep AM signals.
  • Page 231 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Compact disc player DVD player Audio CDs Audio CDs DVD video discs Use only compact discs marked as shown above. The following products Video CDs may not be playable on your compact Special shaped discs disc player. SACD only discs...
  • Page 232 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) NOTICE z Do not use special shaped, trans- parent/translucent, low quality or la- beled discs such as those shown in the illustrations. The use of such discs may damage the player or changer, or it may be impossible to eject the disc.
  • Page 233 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) MP3/WMA FILES WMA files can contain a WMA tag that is used in the same way as an ID3 MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3) and WMA tag. WMA tags carry information such (Windows Media Audio) are audio com- as track title, artist name.
  • Page 234 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) The MP3/WMA player does not play CD−R and CD−RW discs back MP3/WMA files from discs record- CD−R/CD−RW discs that have not been er using packet write data transfer subject to the “finalizing process” (a 001.mp3 (UDF format). Discs should be re- process that allows discs to be played 002.wma...
  • Page 235 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Recordings on CD−R/CD−RW cannot ISO 9660 format— WMA— be played using the DDCD (Double This is the international standard for the WMA (Windows Media Audio) is an audio Density CD) system. formatting of CD−ROM folders and files. compression format developed...
  • Page 236: Hands−Free Phone System

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Hands−free phone system— —Reference Phone Setup (see page 242) Security (see page 247) Delete Speed Dial Pair phone Set PIN The registered speed dial can be de- leted. To use the hands−free system, you The PIN can be set or changed. need to register your phone in the sys- List names Phone book lock...
  • Page 237 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Some basics This system supports Bluetoothr, The system may not function in the follow- wireless system that allows you to ing conditions and places: make or receive calls without taking The cellular phone is turned off. your hands from the steering wheel and The current position is outside the without using cables to connect the...
  • Page 238 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) When transferring ownership of the ve- NOTE: This equipment been hicle: FCC ID: BABBT010A tested and found to comply with the IC ID: 2024B−BT010A A lot of personal data is registered limits for a Class B digital device, MADE IN CHINA when you use the hands−free system.
  • Page 239 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Control and features DSteering switches and microphone 1. Volume control switch CAUTION: Radio Frequency Radiation To increase the volume: Push “+”. Exposure To decrease the volume: Push “−”. This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for When driving at 80 km/h (50 mph) or uncontrolled equipment and meets the more, the volume automatically increases...
  • Page 240 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 5. Microphone The microphone is used when talking on the phone or using the speech command system. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 241 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) DAudio unit 1. Display Displays such items as the reception lev- el, a party’s name and phone number. See “DISPLAY” described following page for further details about the display. 2. “AUDIO CONTROL” knob Turning the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob dis- plays the menu items, names, numbers, etc.
  • Page 242 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Phone Setup 2. Reception level display The phone setup menu includes the fol- lowing: Displays the cellular phone reception lev- els. This may not match the display on Pair Phone the cellular phone. The reception level of To use the hands−free system, you need some cellular phones may not be dis- to register your phone in the system.
  • Page 243 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Set PassKey To pair phones [The phone is paired and ready for use. Returning to the main menu.] is heard and The passkey can be changed. A 4 to 8 1. Push the talk switch and say [Pair [Paired] is displayed.
  • Page 244 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To select a phone When the phone is selected by using To change a name the knob: 1. Push the talk switch and say [Select 1. Push the talk switch and say [Change phone], or turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” [XXX selected.
  • Page 245 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) When the phone is selected by a voice When the phone is selected by using The system may not function in the follow- command: the knob: ing cases: [XXX (phone name) Push the talk switch [XXX Push the talk switch and say con- If no phone has been registered.
  • Page 246 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Select phone To set a passkey When using the knob: Push the talk switch and say [Select 1. Push the talk switch and say [Set 1. Turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob to phone], or turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” passkey], or turn the “AUDIO CON- select a number.
  • Page 247 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Security To delete a phone The system may not function in the follow- The security menu includes the following: ing cases: 1. Push the talk switch and say [Delete], Set PIN (Personal Identification Num- or turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob If no phone has been registered.
  • Page 248 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To enter the security menu To set a PIN When using a voice command: 1. Push the off−hook switch to turn the Push the talk switch and say [Set PIN], 1. Push the talk switch and say a new hands−free system on.
  • Page 249 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) If the PIN is to be changed: To lock the phone book When using a voice command: [There is a PIN number in place. Push the 1. Push the talk switch and say [Phone [XXXX (PIN number) Push the talk switch talk switch and say the correct PIN num- book lock], or turn the “AUDIO CON- and say confirm.
  • Page 250 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) The system may not function in the follow- When using a voice command: The system may not function in the follow- ing cases: ing cases: [XXXX (PIN number) Push the talk switch If the current number is not correct. and say confirm.
  • Page 251 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —System Setup —Phone Book The system setup menu includes the fol- To initialize The phone book menu includes the follow- lowing: ing: 1. Turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob until Adjust Guidance Volume [Initialize] is displayed and push the Add Entry knob.
  • Page 252 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To enter the phone book menu To add entry (a) By Voice 1. Push the off−hook switch to turn the The add entry includes the following: 1. Push the talk switch and say [By hands−free system on. voice], or turn the “AUDIO CONTROL”...
  • Page 253 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) If [Confirm] is said, then input a voice Confirm (b) By Phone tag. Push the talk switch and say [Confirm], or 1. Push the talk switch and say [By [Push the talk switch and say a name.] is turn the “AUDIO CONTROL”...
  • Page 254 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) (c) Call History Outgoing (d) Manual Input 1. Push the talk switch and say [Call his- 1. Push the talk switch and say [Outgo- 1. Turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob until tory], or turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” ing], or turn the “AUDIO CONTROL”...
  • Page 255 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To list names Input operation— Display: [995] The voice tags can be edited during the You say: [Nine, nine, five] Repeating the above operation deletes name playback. the last digits in reverse order of in- Voice output: [995 to store push the 1.
  • Page 256 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Editing the voice tags Delete Entry To delete entry The following can be performed: Push the talk switch and say [Delete 1. Push the talk switch and say [Delete entry], or turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” entry], or turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” Dial knob until [Delete Entry] is displayed and knob until [Delete Entry] is displayed...
  • Page 257 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To delete speed dial To change name When using a voice command: 1. Push the talk switch and say [Delete 1. Push the talk switch and say [Change [XXXX (phone number) Push the talk speed dial], or turn the “AUDIO CON- name], or turn the “AUDIO CONTROL”...
  • Page 258 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) When using the knob: To set speed dial When using a voice command: [Push the talk switch and say a new 1. Push the talk switch and say [Set [XXXX (phone number) To register this as name.] is heard.
  • Page 259 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Redial The following can be performed: Dial INFORMATION Dial Turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob until A shortcut to each of the following the number that you want to dial is dis- Delete functions is available. Push the off− played and push the knob.
  • Page 260 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Callback Store The following can be performed: INFORMATION 1. Turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob until Dial D Up to five outgoing calls can be the dial number that you want to regis- Delete stored in the system. ter is displayed and push the knob.
  • Page 261 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Dial Store INFORMATION Turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob until 1. Turn the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob until D Up to five incomming calls can be the number that you want to dial is dis- the dial number that you want to regis- stored in the system.
  • Page 262 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Making a phone call If the cellular phone is not registered, this To speed dial When using a voice command: system cannot be used. See page 242 for 1. Push the preset button where the de- [XXXX (phone number) Push the off−hook registering a cellular phone.
  • Page 263 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To dial by Number INFORMATION INFORMATION 1. Push the talk switch and say [Dial by D The phone numbers registered in D The system can recognize single Number]. the phone book can be retrieved. digits from zero to nine, #(pound), [Dial by number.
  • Page 264 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Receiving a phone call When receiving a phone call, a ring tone Display: [995734] Cancel operation— is audible and the system changes into Repeat the above procedure until the Do either one of the following: the telephone mode. entire number that you want to dial is D Push the on−hook switch at anytime When receiving a phone call, the display...
  • Page 265 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Talking on the phone To transfer a call to the phone: While talking on the phone, the display is To transfer a call from the phone: as follows. The display differs depending The received call can be transferred from Pushing the off−hook switch while talking on whether or not the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 266 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 267 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Manual air conditioning system Controls ..........Air flow selector settings .
  • Page 268: Manual Air Conditioning System Controls

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Manual air conditioning system— —Controls 1. Air flow selector 2. Fan speed selector 3. Temperature selector 4. “A/C” button 5. Air intake selector 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 269 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Fan speed selector In this position, air intake selector mode changes to FRESH automatically Turn the dial to adjust the fan speed—to to clean up the front view quickly. It is the right to increase, to the left to de- not possible to return to RECIRCULATE crease.
  • Page 270 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) “A/C” button To turn on the air conditioning, press the “A/C” button. The “A/C” button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1.
  • Page 271: Air Flow Selector Settings

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —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 272 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to Fan speed—Any setting except “0” RECIRCULATE, which will close off the Temperature—Towards WARM outside passage and prevent outside...
  • Page 273 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Ventilation Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the heating. This setting clears the front view For best results, set controls to: front view more quickly. more quickly.
  • Page 274: Automatic Air Conditioning System

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Automatic air conditioning system— —Controls 1. “TEMP” (driver side temperature control) button 2. Air intake selector 3. Air flow selector 4. Air conditioning display 5. “A/C” button 6. “DUAL” button 7. “PASS TEMP” (front passenger side temperature control) button 8.
  • Page 275 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) “AUTO” button “DUAL” button “PASS TEMP” (front passenger side temperature control) button For automatic operation of the air condi- Push the button to change the mode of tioning, push the “AUTO” button. An indi- the temperature setting. To increase the temperature, press the cator light will illuminate to show that the “...
  • Page 276 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 4. Floor/Windshield—Air flows mainly Windshield air flow button from the floor vents and windshield When this button is pressed, air flows vents. mainly from the windshield vents and This position allows the air intake to turns on the defogging function with the select FRESH automatically.
  • Page 277 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) “A/C” button When the ambient temperature is low, the following may occur: To turn on the air conditioning, press the “A/C” button. The “A/C” button indicator Air intake mode does not switch to will come on. To turn the air conditioning RECIRCULATE.
  • Page 278: Air Flow Selector Settings

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —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 279 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating Air conditioning road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: conditions, it is recommended that the —For automatic operation —For automatic operation air intake selector be temporarily set to RECIRCULATE, which will close off the...
  • Page 280 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Ventilation —For manual operation When the “A/C” button is not pressed in, pressing another air flow button turns off For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—To the desired fan speed the air conditioning. —For automatic operation Temperature—Towards high temperature On humid days, do not blow cold air to heat;...
  • Page 281: Side Vents

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Side vents In this position, the air intake selector mode changes to FRESH automatically to Open clean up the front view quickly. It is not possible to return to RECIRCULATE in Close this position. Pushing this button turns on the defroster− linked air conditioning.
  • Page 282: Air Conditioning Filter

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Checking and replacing the Air conditioning filter— air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter may clog af- ter long use. The filter may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air condi- tioning and heater experiences extreme reductions in operating efficiency, or if the windows begin to fog up easily in FRESH mode.
  • Page 283 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 1. Open the glove box. Slide off the 2. Push in each side of the glove box 3. Remove the filter cover as shown in damper as shown. to disconnect the claws. the illustration. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 284 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 4. Pull the filter out of the filter outlet. When inserting the filter in the filter Inspect the filter on the surface. outlet, keep the arrow pointing up. If it is dirty, it should be replaced. INFORMATION The air filter should be installed prop- erly in position.
  • Page 285 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock ............Power outlets .
  • Page 286: Clock

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Clock Power outlets (12 VDC) To reset the hour: Push the “H” button. To reset the minutes: Push the “M” button. If quick adjustment to a full hour is de- sired, push the “:00” button. For example, if the “:00” button is de- pressed when time...
  • Page 287 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Power outlet (115 VAC) NOTICE z To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12 V/120W (front and rear outlets to- gether). z To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
  • Page 288 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Appliances with high initial peak watt- NOTICE age: cathode−ray tube type televisions, z To prevent the battery from being compressor−driven refrigerators, electric pumps, electric tools, etc. discharged, do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when Measuring devices which process pre- the engine is not running.
  • Page 289: Glove Box

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Auxiliary box Glove box (overhead console) NOTICE During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deform- able such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside. To use the glove box: To use the box, open it as shown above.
  • Page 290: Luggage Storage Boxes

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Auxiliary box (instrument panel) Luggage storage boxes Front Rear (type B) To open the box, push the “OPEN CLOSE” button. To use the box, do the following. To close the box, push the “OPEN CLOSE” button again. Front: Remove the deck board.
  • Page 291: Rear Console Box

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Rear console box UPPER TRAY To access the upper tray, raise the con- sole box lid without touching the lock release lever. CONSOLE BOX To access the rear console box, pull up the lock release lever while raising the rear console box lid.
  • Page 292: Front Cup Holders

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Front cup holders Rear cup holders The cup holders are designed for hold- ing cups or drink−cans securely. For the rear/second seat cup holder: To use the holder, push down the armrest by pulling the strap forward. CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups or drink−cans in the cup holder,...
  • Page 293: Bottle Holders

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Bottle holders Tie−down hooks The bottle holders are designed to hold bottles securely. CAUTION Do not attempt to use the holder for any other purpose for which it was intended. Inappropriately sized shaped objects may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly in- jure people in the vehicle during a sudden braking or an accident.
  • Page 294: Grocery Bag Hooks

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Grocery bag hooks Luggage cover This hook is designed to hang things BEFORE USING LUGGAGE COVER such as grocery bags. Move the rear/second seats to the rear− most lock position. NOTICE To prevent damage to the hook, avoid hanging heavy load on it.
  • Page 295 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) USING LUGGAGE COVER To use the luggage cover: 1. Attach the front hooks of the lug- gage cover to the head restraint. 2. Pull out the rear luggage cover and hook it on the anchors. CAUTION Do not place anything on the lug- gage cover.
  • Page 296 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) STOWING LUGGAGE COVER (without third seats) 1. Open the deck board. 2. Remove the deck side cover. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 297 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 3. Insert the right end of the luggage 4. Compress the left end of the lug- When you stow the rear cargo net and cover into the hole in the luggage gage cover, and fit it into the hollow luggage cover together, stow the rear storage box as shown.
  • Page 298: Rear Cargo Net

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Rear cargo net To secure your luggage, use the rear NOTICE cargo net. You can also put loads on the net. z Do not place breakable items on the net. See “—Stowage precautions” on page 331 in Section 2 for precautions when loading z Do not place anything heavier than luggage.
  • Page 299 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) USING CARGO NET Compress the left end of the pipe, and fit it into the hole on the other side of the To use the net, insert the right end of the luggage compartment. pipe into the hole. Vehicles with third seat: When sitting in the third seat, you cannot use the rear cargo net.
  • Page 300 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) STOWING REAR CARGO NET (without third seat) 1. Open the deck board. 2. Remove the deck side cover. 3. Insert the right end of the rear cargo net into the luggage storage box as shown. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 301: Roof Luggage Carrier

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Roof luggage carrier 4. Compress the left end of the rear When you stow the rear cargo net and The roof luggage carrier consists of cargo net, and fit it into the other luggage cover together, stow the rear roof rails (1) attached to the roof and side of the luggage storage box.
  • Page 302: Floor Mat

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Floor mat CAUTION If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, When you load cargo on the roof lug- stop the vehicle now and then dur- gage carrier, observe the following: ing the trip to make sure the cargo remains in its place.
  • Page 303 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the vehicle carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driv- ing, it may cause an accident. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 304 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 305 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA Information before driving your Toyota Utility vehicle precautions ........
  • Page 306: Utility Vehicle Precautions

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Utility 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-...
  • Page 307: Break−In Period

    Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. winds than an ordinary passenger your vehicle: The special nozzle on pumps with un- car. Slowing down will allow you to...
  • Page 308 87 may result in engine is expected to be applied world wide. Toyota, be sure that it has an octane knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to The WWFC consists of four categories rating no lower than 87.
  • Page 309: Fuel Pump Shut Off System

    Operation in foreign countries GASOLINE QUALITY The fuel pump shut off system stops sup- If you plan to drive your Toyota in plying fuel to the engine to minimize the another country... In a very few cases, you may experience...
  • Page 310: Three−Way Catalytic Converters

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Three−way catalytic converters The three−way catalytic converter is an NOTICE emission control device installed in the exhaust system. A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three−way catalytic The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the converter may cause it to overheat exhaust gas.
  • Page 311: Engine Exhaust Cautions

    If you smell exhaust fumes in the as possible. Remember, your Toyota time to time. If you hit something, vehicle, open windows dealer knows your vehicle and its...
  • Page 312: Facts About Engine Oil Consumption

    It is normal that an engine should con- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil A new engine consumes more oil, since sume some engine oil during normal level be checked every time you refuel its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls engine operation.
  • Page 313: Iridium−Tipped Spark Plugs

    NOTICE NOTICE should quit while you are driving, you can Use only iridium−tipped spark plugs. only Toyota genuine iridium− bring the vehicle to a stop with normal Do not adjust gaps for engine perfor- tipped spark plugs and do not adjust pedal pressure.
  • Page 314 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) When the anti−lock brake system is ac- Effective way to press the ABS brake CAUTION tivated, the following conditions may pedal: When the anti−lock brake system occur. They do not indicate a malfunc- function is in action, you may feel the Do not pump the brake pedal if the tion of the system: brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise.
  • Page 315 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) CAUTION Driving with tire chains installed. Driving over the steps such as the overestimate anti−lock joints on the road. brake system: Although the anti−lock Driving on roads where the road brake system assists in providing ve- surface is pitted or has other differ- hicle control, it is still important to ences in surface height.
  • Page 316 Contact your lock brake system and the brake assist parking brake system. This type of brake Toyota dealer as soon as possible to system work properly, the light turns off system needs bedding−down of the brake service the vehicle.
  • Page 317: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators

    NOTICE while driving, have brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota Frequent maneuvering turning dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- over a long time may cause damage tor damage can result if the pads are not to the system in which the mecha- replaced when necessary.
  • Page 318 CAUTION If the electric power steering system warning light comes on, take your ve- hicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. In this case, more effort is required for the steering wheel to turn than usual. Drive your vehicle...
  • Page 319: Rear Step Bumper

    This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. Under the right front seat The rear step bumper is for rear end protection and easier step−up loading.
  • Page 320 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Engine number The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. 2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label. 3.5 L V6 (2GR−FE) engine 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 321: Theft Prevention Labels

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Suspension and chassis Your new vehicle carries theft preven- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 47 mm (1.85 in.) by 12 mm (0.47 in.). Do not modify the suspension/chassis The purpose of these labels is to reduce with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
  • Page 322: Tire Information

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Tire information— —Tire symbols This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “—Tire size” on page 324. 2. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “—DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)” on page 323. 3.
  • Page 323 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) 7. “TUBELESS” “TUBE The “DOT” symbol certifies that the TYPE”—A tubeless tire does not tire conforms to applicable Federal have a tube inside the tire and air Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. is directly filled in the tire.
  • Page 324 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Tire size —Name of each section of tire This illustration indicates typical tire 1. Section width 1. Bead size. 2. Tire height 2. Sidewall 1. Tire (P=Passenger car, 3. Wheel diameter 3. Shoulder T=Temporary use) 4. Tread 2.
  • Page 325 150 would wear conditions on specified government purchasers of Toyota vehicles with in- one and a half (1−1/2) times as well test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. formation on uniform tire quality grad-...
  • Page 326 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Temperature A, B, C—The tempera- ture grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis- tance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
  • Page 327 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power Accessory weight windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory−installed equipment (whether installed or not) tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 Cold tire inflation pressure...
  • Page 328 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Tire related term Meaning 68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second Normal occupant weight column of Table 1 that follows distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table Occupant distribution 1 that follows the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing...
  • Page 329 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Tire related term Meaning the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle Vehicle normal load on the tire its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows) and dividing by two Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire...
  • Page 330: Vehicle Load Limits

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Vehicle load limits Vehicle load limits include total load Seating capacity: Towing capacity: capacity, seating capacity, towing ca- Without third seat 2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine pacity and cargo capacity. Follow the Total 5 (Front 2, Rear 3) 680 kg (1500 lb.) load limits shown below.
  • Page 331: Cargo And Luggage

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Cargo and luggage— —Stowage precautions When stowing cargo and luggage in D Never allow anyone to ride in D To prevent cargo and luggage the vehicle, observe the following: the luggage compartment. It is from sliding forward during D Put cargo and luggage in the lug- not designed for passengers.
  • Page 332 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Capacity and distribution Cargo capacity depends on the to- (4) The resulting figure equals the tal weight of the occupants. available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For exam- (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac- ple, if the “XXX”...
  • Page 333: Types Of Tires

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Types of tires From this condition, if 3 more passen- Determine what kind of tires your CAUTION gers with the combined weight of 176 vehicle is originally equipped with. kg (388 lb.) get on, the available car- 1.
  • Page 334 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. Also, all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with summer tires in highway driving. The details about how to distinguish summer tires from all season tires are described on page 322.
  • Page 335: Starting And Driving

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .
  • Page 336: Before Starting The Engine

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) How to start the engine— Before starting the engine (a) Before cranking (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.
  • Page 337: 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. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 338: Driving In The Rain

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Driving in the rain Driving on a slippery road surface Do not drive in excess of the speed CAUTION Drive carefully when it is raining, because limit. Even if the legal speed limit visibility will be reduced, the windows may permits it, do not drive over 140 Sudden braking, acceleration and...
  • Page 339: Off−Road Driving Precautions

    Honor gates, barriers and signs that re- injure your hands. Keep both hands flooded, be sure to have your Toyota strict travel. and especially your thumbs on the dealer check brake function, changes d. Stay on established roads. When condi- outside of the rim.
  • Page 340: Winter Driving Tips

    Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” engine or other components does die than a person wearing a seat similar high quality ethylene glycol not occur.
  • Page 341: Dinghy Towing

    Section 7−3 tells you how to visually in- spect the battery. Your Toyota dealer and Do not use your parking brake when most service stations will be pleased to there is a possibility it could freeze.
  • Page 342: Trailer Towing

    2689 kg (5930 lb.) found at a highway weighing station, build- not overload your vehicle or trailer. Toyota With third seat ing supply company, trucking company, warranties do not apply to damage or 2825 kg (6230 lb.)
  • Page 343 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Four−wheel drive models The gross vehicle weight must not Without third seat exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Without towing package Rating (GVWR) indicated 2994 kg (6600 lb.) Certification Label. The gross ve- With towing package hicle weight is the sum of weights 3674 kg (8100 lb.) of the unloaded vehicle, driver, pas- With third seat...
  • Page 344 Tongue load brakes that conform to any applica- designed for the total trailer weight. 100 = 9 to 11% ble federal and state/provincial regu- Toyota does not recommend using a Total trailer weight lations. weight distribution (load equalizing) A safety chain must always be used hitch.
  • Page 345 BREAK−IN SCHEDULE form to any applicable federal, state/ damage occurs to the coupling unit Toyota recommends that you do not provincial or local regulations. If not, or hitch ball, there is danger of the tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a...
  • Page 346 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Because stopping distance may be in- Remember that when making a turn, Because of the added load of the trail- creased, vehicle−to−vehicle distance the trailer wheels will be closer than er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat should be increased when towing a the vehicle wheels to the inside of the on hot days...
  • Page 347: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer When restarting out after parking on a Improving fuel economy is easy—just take Slow down and downshift before slope: it easy. It will help make your vehicle last descending steep or long downhill longer, too.
  • Page 348 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Avoid long engine idling. If you have Keep front wheels in proper CAUTION a long wait and you are not in traffic, alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and it is better to turn off the engine and slow down on rough roads.
  • Page 349: In Case Of An Emergency

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .
  • Page 350: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start

    Have with your foot off the accelerator pedal. checked at your Toyota dealer. If none of If the engine turns over at its normal If the engine does not start after 15 se- your keys work, there may be a malfunc- speed but will not start—...
  • Page 351 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) (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 352 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Jumper cable Discharged battery Discharged Jumper cable battery Positive Positive Booster terminal terminal battery (“+” mark) (“+” mark) Booster Negative terminal battery (“−” mark) Connecting point 4. Make the cable connections in the or- c. Connect the clamp of the negative der a, b, c, d.
  • Page 353: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving

    “LOCK”, and try starting the engine vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle 7. Carefully dispose of the battery cover again. checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as cloths—they may now contain sulfuric If the engine will not start, see “If your possible.
  • Page 354: If Your Vehicle Overheats

    You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and...
  • Page 355: If You Have A Flat Tire

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, D Make sure to set the jack prop- CAUTION keeping a straight line. Move cau- erly in the jack point. Raising tiously off the road to a safe place When jacking, be sure to observe the vehicle with jack improper- well away from the traffic.
  • Page 356 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Required tools and spare tire 1. Get the required tools and NOTICE spare tire on the back door. Do not continue driving with a To prepare yourself for an emergency, deflated tire. Driving even a you should familiarize yourself with short distance can damage a the use of the jack, each of the tools tire and wheel beyond repair.
  • Page 357 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) To remove the jack, turn the jack joint To remove the spare cover: 2. Close the back door. Remove the by hand. spare tire cover. 1. Open the back door. Unhook the To remove: Turn the joint in direction latch handle which on the bottom 1 until the jack is free.
  • Page 358 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament Type A To remove the spare tire, turn the 2. Block the wheel diagonally op- hold−down nuts counterclockwise posite the flat tire to keep the with the wheel nut wrench and re- vehicle from rolling when it is move them.
  • Page 359 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Loosening wheel nuts 3. Remove the wheel ornament. CAUTION Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel nut wrench Never use oil or grease on the as shown. bolts or nuts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, CAUTION which could cause a serious ac-...
  • Page 360 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 5. Position the jack at the correct 6. After making sure that no one jack point as shown. is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the spare tire Make sure the jack is positioned on...
  • Page 361 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Changing wheels —Reinstalling wheel nuts 7. Remove the wheel nuts and Before putting on wheels, remove any 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts fin- change tires. corrosion on the mounting surfaces ger tight. with a wire brush or such. Installation Lift the flat tire straight off and put it Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end of wheels without good metal−to−met-...
  • Page 362 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION CAUTION D When lowering the vehicle, Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead make sure all portions of your to overtightening the nuts and body and all other persons damaging the bolts.
  • Page 363 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Stowing flat tire 10.Install the flat tire and spare tire CAUTION cover on the back door. Make sure that the rubber rings CAUTION are not installed to the wheel nuts for aluminum wheel. Other- Make sure flat tire and spare tire wise, the nuts may become loose cover are securely in place in and the wheel may fall off, which...
  • Page 364 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Guides On some models—Before stowing the To install the spare tire cover: 2. Attach the cover by hooking the flat tire, remove the center wheel or- 2 inner protrusions. 1. Insert the hooks under the guides nament by pushing from the reverse to the upper slots and lower the Check that the cover is securely at-...
  • Page 365 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Reinstalling wheel ornament Type A Type C 3. Open the back door. Lock the latch handle which is on the bot- 11. Reinstall the wheel ornament. tom of the cover. Type A and B— 4. Close the back door. 1.
  • Page 366 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —After changing wheels Type C— 12.Check the air pressure of the re- CAUTION placed tire. Push the wheel ornament into the center hole. Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- Before driving, make sure all the cation designated on page 427 in With a spare tire of different wheel tools and jack are securely in...
  • Page 367: If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) If your vehicle needs to be If your vehicle becomes stuck towed— If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, NOTICE (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it If you rock your vehicle, observe the forward and backward.
  • Page 368 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, dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- and abide by the state/provincial and local vice.
  • Page 369 (b) Using flat bed truck All models— If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota (c) Towing with sling type truck dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice. NOTICE...
  • Page 370 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Installing front towing eyelet NOTICE NOTICE z Only use specified towing eyelet; Use only a cable or chain specifically otherwise your vehicle may be dam- intended for use in towing vehicles. aged. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing eyelet provided.
  • Page 371 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) —Emergency towing eyelet precautions Before emergency towing, check that the eyelet is not broken or damaged and that the installation bolts are not loose. Fasten the towing cable or chain se- curely to the eyelet. Do not jerk the eyelet. Apply steady and even force.
  • Page 372: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever

    If you cannot shift the selector lever move, do not forcibly continue the out of “P” position to other positions towing. Contact your Toyota dealer even though the brake pedal is de- or a commercial tow truck service pressed, use the shift lock override but- ton as follows: for assistance.
  • Page 373: If You Lose Your Keys

    Vehicles with engine immobilizer system— Even if you lose only one key, contact your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If you lose all your master keys, you cannot make new keys; the whole engine immobi- lizer system must be replaced.
  • Page 374 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 375: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care

    APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
  • Page 376 Now, it is up to be dry. to see all the mud and dirt. It will do you. Proper care of your Toyota can help more harm than good to simply wet the High ambient temperatures can cause ensure long−term corrosion prevention.
  • Page 377 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Washing and waxing your Toyota Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa- Washing your Toyota Hand−washing your Toyota ter and dirt can accumulate under the Keep your vehicle clean by regular Work in the shade and wait until the floor mats and could cause corrosion.
  • Page 378 To prevent damage to the antenna, rub or press hard—you might scratch vent, you may experience trouble with re- make sure it is removed before driv- the paint. fueling or rough engine idling. ing your Toyota through an automatic NOTICE car wash. Plastic wheel ornaments:...
  • Page 379 Toyota dealer to Vinyl interior have the vehicle serviced. The vinyl upholstery may be easily cleaned with a mild soap or detergent NOTICE and water.
  • Page 380 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) First vacuum over the upholstery to re- Do not apply water—the best results are Air conditioning control panel, audio move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as panel, instrument panel, console panel, soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the possible.
  • Page 381 Toyota, your local cause discoloring. Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
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  • Page 383 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
  • Page 384: Maintenance Requirements

    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 on page 389 in pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
  • Page 385: General Maintenance

    Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supple- should investigate the cause or take your al information. ment” for the details. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Radiator, condenser and hoses fied service shop immediately. It is recom- mended that any problem you notice be...
  • Page 386 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Exhaust system Seats Parking brake If you notice any change in the sound of Check that all seat controls such as seat Check that the lever has the proper travel the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have adjusters, seatback recliner, etc.
  • Page 387: Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing

    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 Check the pressure with a gauge ev- indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
  • Page 388: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance (I/M) Programs

    Toyota dealer comes on. In this case, your vehicle may to prepare the vehicle for re−testing. not pass the I/M test and need to be repaired.
  • Page 389 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .
  • Page 390: Engine Compartment Overview

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Engine compartment overview D2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine 1. Fuse blocks 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Battery 6. Radiator 7. Condenser 8. Electric cooling fans 9. Engine oil level dipstick 10.
  • Page 391 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) D3.5 L V6 (2GR−FE) engine 1. Fuse blocks 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Battery 6. Radiator 7. Condenser 8. Electric cooling fans 9. Engine oil level dipstick 10.
  • Page 392: Fuse Locations

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Fuse locations Spare fuses 2007 RAV4 from July ’06 Prod. (ON42621U)
  • Page 393: Do−It−Yourself Service Precautions

    Toyota Warranty statement for details and exhaust manifold and spark plug where you may be exposed to flying suggestions. boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care- or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
  • Page 394: Parts And Tools

    It contains poi- nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. z Use only spark plugs of the speci- signed in metric sizes, so your tools must fied type.
  • Page 395: Positioning The Jack

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Positioning the jack Tools: ADDING WASHER FLUID Funnel (only for adding coolant) Parts: CHECKING BRAKE FLUID Water Parts (if level is low): Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid Tools: Tools:...
  • Page 396 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) When jacking up your vehicle with the Never get under the vehicle when jack, position jack correctly as the vehicle is supported by the jack shown in the illustrations. alone; use vehicle support stands. CAUTION Do not raise the vehicle with some- one in the vehicle.
  • Page 397 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
  • Page 398: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Checking the engine oil level NOTICE CAUTION Low level Full level z Be careful not to spill engine oil on Be careful not to touch the hot ex- the vehicle components. haust manifold. z Avoid overfilling, engine could be damaged.
  • Page 399 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) ENGINE OIL SELECTION 3.5 L V6 (2GR−FE) engine SAE 5W−30 “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent satisfy following grade viscosity. Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended viscosity: 2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine...
  • Page 400: Checking The Engine Coolant Level

    Toyota engines. Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and If you can find no leak, have your Toyota 45% deionized water. This coolant pro- Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- dealer test the cap pressure and check vides protection down to about −42AC...
  • Page 401: Checking The Radiator And Condenser

    Checking brake fluid If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi- tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer. CAUTION To prevent burning yourself, be care- ful not to touch the radiator or con- denser when the engine is hot.
  • Page 402: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Checking tire inflation pressure Remove and replace the reservoir cap by Keep your tire inflation pressures hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted at the proper level. line. This brings the fluid to the correct The recommended cold tire inflation level when you put the cap back on.
  • Page 403 In case of applying too If a tire frequently needs refilling, that the vehicle is balanced. much air, press the center of the have it checked by your Toyota deal- valve and release the air to adjust. 2007 RAV4 from July ’06 Prod. (ON42621U)
  • Page 404: Checking And Replacing Tires

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Checking and replacing tires CAUTION High tire pressure (overinfla- Tread wear indicator tion)— Keep your tires properly inflated. D Poor handling Otherwise, the following condi- D Excessive wear tions may occur and cause an ac- D Uneven wear cident resulting in death or seri- ous injuries.
  • Page 405 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) The tires on your Toyota have built−in If air loss occurs while driving, do not REPLACING YOUR TIRES tread wear indicators to help you continue driving. Driving even a short When replacing a tire, use a tire of...
  • Page 406: Rotating Tires

    Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries. Toyota recommends all four tires, D Do not mix radial, bias belted, or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set.
  • Page 407: Installing Snow Tires And Chains

    To equalize tire wear and help ex- WHEN SNOW TIRES CHAINS tend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires accord- Snow tires or chains are recommended ing to the maintenance schedule. when driving on snow or ice. (For scheduled maintenance infor- On wet or dry roads, conventional tires mation, please refer to the “Sched-...
  • Page 408 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) NOTICE Four−wheel drive models: Side chain Do not use snow tires of different If the wrong combination of tire and brands, sizes, construction or tread chain is used, the chains could dam- patterns, as this may cause danger- age the vehicle body.
  • Page 409: Replacing Wheels

    Otherwise, an accident may occur re- Correct replacement wheels are available When driving with chains installed, sulting in death or serious injuries. at your Toyota dealer. be sure to drive carefully. Slow Do not use wheels other than the down...
  • Page 410: Aluminum Wheel Precautions

    When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately. 2007 RAV4 from July ’06 Prod. (ON42621U)
  • Page 411 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
  • Page 412 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Checking the engine oil level NOTICE CAUTION Low level Full level z Be careful not to spill engine oil on Be careful not to touch the hot ex- the vehicle components. haust manifold. z Avoid overfilling, engine could be damaged.
  • Page 413 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) ENGINE OIL SELECTION 3.5 L V6 (2GR−FE) engine SAE 5W−30 “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent satisfy following grade viscosity. Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended viscosity: 2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine...
  • Page 414 Toyota engines. Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and If you can find no leak, have your Toyota 45% deionized water. This coolant pro- Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- dealer test the cap pressure and check vides protection down to about −42AC...
  • Page 415 Checking brake fluid If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi- tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer. CAUTION To prevent burning yourself, be care- ful not to touch the radiator or con- denser when the engine is hot.
  • Page 416 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Checking tire inflation pressure Remove and replace the reservoir cap by Keep your tire inflation pressures hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted at the proper level. line. This brings the fluid to the correct The recommended cold tire inflation level when you put the cap back on.
  • Page 417 In case of applying too If a tire frequently needs refilling, that the vehicle is balanced. much air, press the center of the have it checked by your Toyota deal- valve and release the air to adjust. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 418 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Checking and replacing tires CAUTION High tire pressure (overinfla- Tread wear indicator tion)— Keep your tires properly inflated. D Poor handling Otherwise, the following condi- D Excessive wear tions may occur and cause an ac- D Uneven wear cident resulting in death or seri- ous injuries.
  • Page 419 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) The tires on your Toyota have built−in If air loss occurs while driving, do not REPLACING YOUR TIRES tread wear indicators to help you continue driving. Driving even a short When replacing a tire, use a tire of...
  • Page 420 Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries. Toyota recommends all four tires, D Do not mix radial, bias belted, or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set.
  • Page 421 To equalize tire wear and help ex- WHEN SNOW TIRES CHAINS tend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires accord- Snow tires or chains are recommended ing to the maintenance schedule. when driving on snow or ice. (For scheduled maintenance infor- On wet or dry roads, conventional tires mation, please refer to the “Sched-...
  • Page 422 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) NOTICE Four−wheel drive models: Side chain Do not use snow tires of different If the wrong combination of tire and brands, sizes, construction or tread chain is used, the chains could dam- patterns, as this may cause danger- age the vehicle body.
  • Page 423 Otherwise, an accident may occur re- Correct replacement wheels are available When driving with chains installed, sulting in death or serious injuries. at your Toyota dealer. be sure to drive carefully. Slow Do not use wheels other than the down...
  • Page 424 When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 425 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .
  • Page 426: Checking Battery Condition

    ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) 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 explosive hydrogen gas.
  • Page 427 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) NOTICE z Be sure the engine and all accesso- ries are off before performing main- tenance. z When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the negative terminal (“−” mark) first and rein- stall it last. z Be careful not to cause a short cir- cuit with tools.
  • Page 428: Battery Recharging Precautions

    Charging necessary. Have battery Dark White checked by your NOTICE Toyota dealer. Good Blown Never recharge the battery while the Clear or Have battery engine is running. Also, be sure all light checked by your accessories are turned off.
  • Page 429 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) Type A fuses can be pulled out by using 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 430: Adding Washer Fluid

    When replacing comes on, the washer tank may be tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and empty. Add washer fluid.
  • Page 431 Back−up lights inside of the lens, or if there is water pooled inside light, contact your Rear side marker — Toyota dealer. lights License plate light Interior light — Front personal — lights Vanity lights —...
  • Page 432 If the connector is tight, wiggle it. The above illustration shows the left−hand Aiming is not necessary after replacing headlight. the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer. 2007 RAV4 from July ’06 Prod. (ON42621U)
  • Page 433 —Front fog lights marker and back−up lights If either the left or right front fog light burns out, contact your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Do not try to replace the front fog light bulbs by yourself. You may dam- age the vehicle.
  • Page 434 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608) —License plate light a: Rear side marker light Use a flathead screwdriver. b: Rear turn signal light c: Back−up light 2007 RAV4 from July ’06 Prod. (ON42621U)
  • Page 435 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weights ........Engine .
  • Page 436 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Dimensions and weights ∗ 1 : 215/70R16 tires ∗ 1 ∗ 2 4570 (179.9) : 225/65R17 tires ∗ 2 ∗ 3 4575 (180.1) : 235/55R18 tires Overall length mm (in.) ∗ 3 ∗ 4 4580 (180.3) : With spare tire cover ∗...
  • Page 437 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 2AZ−FE and 2GR−FE Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): Type: (Research Octane Number 91) or higher 2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine only 2AZ−FE engine Intake 0.19—0.29 (0.007—0.011) Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp.
  • Page 438 4.1 (4.3, 3.6) 3.5 L V6 (2GR−FE) engine With filter 6.1 (6.4, 5.4) Without filter 5.7 (6.0, 5.0) “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved Outside temperature “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent satisfy following...
  • Page 439 : Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af- of your vehicle. 8.9 (9.4, 7.8) ter the key is removed with all the lights Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- With towing package turned off ther details. 9.3 (9.8, 8.2)
  • Page 440 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) REAR DIFFERENTIAL STEERING (four−wheel drive models) Wheel free play: Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.) 0.5 (0.5, 0.4) Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL−5 Recommended oil viscosity: Above −18DC (0DF) SAE 85W−90 Below −18DC (0DF) SAE 80W−90...
  • Page 441 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Tires Tire size, cold tire inflation pressure and wheel size: Cold tire inflation pressure kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Tire size Tire size Wheel size Wheel size Front Rear Spare 215/70R16 99H 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32) 6 1/2J ∗...
  • Page 442 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Fuses ENGINE COMPARTMENT (No.1) 13. HEAD RL 10 A: Right−hand headlight (low beam) 1. SPARE 30 A: Spare fuse 14. AC INV 15 A: AC inverter 2. SPARE 20 A: Spare fuse 15. TOWING 30 A: No circuit 3.
  • Page 443 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) ENGINE COMPARTMENT (No.2) 13. ABS2 30 A: Anti−lock brake system, traction control system, vehicle stability 1. AMP 30 A: Audio system control system, “AUTO LSD” system, 2. AM2 30 A: Starting system downhill assist control system, hill−start 3.
  • Page 444 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. STOP Stop/tail lights, high mounted stoplight, automatic transmis- 1. S−HTR 15 A: Seat heaters sion shift lock system, multiport fuel 2. WIP 25 A: Windshield wipers injection system/sequential multiport 3. RR WIP 15 A: Rear window wiper fuel injection system, anti−lock brake system, traction control system, vehicle 4.
  • Page 445 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 19. RR DOOR 20 A: Power window (rear right door) 20. S/ROOF 25 A: Electric moon roof 21. CIG 15 A: No circuit 22. ACC 7.5 A: Audio system, power out- lets, power rear view mirror control, automatic transmission shift lock sys- tem, main body ECU, clock, rear seat entertainment system...
  • Page 446 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 447: Occupant Restraint Systems

    None of these systems, either individ- Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time to ually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the read Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual carefully.
  • Page 448: Event Data Recorder

    Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Section D Engine speed 1−3 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time D Whether the brake pedal was applied or not of ownership of this vehicle.
  • Page 449 EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include activating the VSC under which the VSC Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a EDR will record certain information. The VSC EDR may...
  • Page 450 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) New vehicle warranty Important health and safety information about your Toyota Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: D New vehicle warranty CAUTION D Emission control systems warranty WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-...
  • Page 451 Toyota Toyota A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accessories The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all require- for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. ments of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equipment You should know that Toyota does not warrant these prod- Standard.
  • Page 452 As the installation of a mobile two−way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as fol- lows, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precau- tionary measures or special instructions regarding installa- Tires and loading on your tion.
  • Page 453 In addition, this vehicle shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity than vehicle.
  • Page 454 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may include airbag, seat belt preten- sioners, and wireless remote control batteries. 2007 RAV4 from Dec. ’06 Prod. (OM42662U)
  • Page 455 ’07 Rav4_U (L/O 0701) U −8 Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ..D If your vehicle will not start ........D If your engine stalls while driving .

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